Meet legacy supporter Anne Paul

What is it about working animals that interests you?

I’m an animal lover through and through, but particularly working animals because of the people they support. When I saw SPANA’s work in action in the Atlas mountains of Morocco, I remember seeing people who live hand-to-mouth. They have no savings, no pension. I could see how much they rely on their animals for everything.

Is there any part of SPANA’s work that stands out for you?

I think the focus on educating the young people is so, so important. It’s different too – I haven’t seen anyone else doing it. Education provides the momentum to improve things in the future. I remember seeing the school children visiting the SPANA clinic in Marrakech.

You could see how interested the children were and so engaged with what the SPANA vets and technicians were showing them. I just knew this was really going to make a big difference.

Do you support other charities?

Yes, three others. One is Guide Dogs charity. A family member has a guide dog which makes a massive difference to her life. I suppose guide dogs are working animals as well.