There 180 animals being cared for at the sanctuary (Image: Dean Farm Sanctuary )

An animal sanctuary caring for rescued animals in Wales is "desperate" for donations as costs rise and donations fall. Dean Farm Sanctuary, based near Chepstow, has launched an urgent appeal to help feed and care for its 180 rescued animals this winter.

The winter hay appeal was launched due to a severe shortage of grass and hay which has come about after long dry months, price rises and a drop in people making donations. The sanctuary relies on donations and is looking to raise over £5,000.

Many of the animals in the care of the sanctuary have come from backgrounds of neglect, abuse or were rescued after being unwanted by their owners. For the biggest stories in Wales first, sign up to our daily newsl

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