A young Scottish girl who is aiming to become a vet has been helping out at the Abandoned Animal Association (AAA) dog sanctuary in Luqa.

Francesca Wood, 15 from Glasgow, today ends a six-week stay combining a holiday with training in animal care.

"Where else can you get such hands-on experience if not at the sanctuary," she said yesterday as she accompanied Alfred Fenech from the AAA to The Times offices with some puppies which he is trying to home. The puppies were found roaming in Qawra.

AAA's volunteers have a stand at Sliema (near The Fortizza) daily from 5 to 10 p.m. and at Bay Street, Paceville during the whole day on Fridays.

Mr Fenech can be contacted on 9946 4182.

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