SECONDHAND clothing, toys, books and jewellery are required by the Bolton and Bury branches of the publicly-funded People's Dispensary for Sick Animals (PDSA).

Residents are asked to donate the items to boost funds. Volunteers are also needed.

The PDSA last year carried out 1.3 million free treatments on sick and injured pets costing £25.7 million. Contact Bolton PDSA on 01204 396351 and Bury PDSA on 0161 736 1044.