Animal-lovers got to go behind the scenes of Ilford PetAid and meet the hospital’s four-legged patients today at an open-afternoon.

Ilford Recorder: The puppy partyThe puppy party (Image: Archant)

A dog show and agility test, puppy party and raffle were held, and children had their faces painted and enjoyed a teddy bears’ picnic. There were also tours of the consulting and operating rooms, so visitors could learn more about how the hospital is run.

Ilford Recorder: The puppy partyThe puppy party (Image: Archant)

All money raised will go to the PDSA. For more information visit www.pdsa.org.uk

Ilford Recorder: The puppy partyThe puppy party (Image: Archant)