The Birkenhead star was a renowned animal lover
Battersea Dogs and Cats Home's veterinary hospital will be named after the charity’s late ambassador Paul O’Grady.
After his death, the animal charity set up a “tribute fund” in his honour which has raised £480,000 to date. On what would have marked the 11th anniversary as an ambassador for the charity, it announced that the funds will be spent on “life-saving and transformative medical procedures” for dogs and cats who need specialist care and treatment.
Paul’s husband Andre Portasio said: "Seeing how loved Paul was by so many has been truly touching. Paul was so passionate in his support of rescue animals, and it gives me some comfort to know that through the hard work and commitment of Battersea and other charities Paul’s legacy will live on. The chief executive of Battersea Dogs & Cats Home, Peter Laurie, added: "We’ve been overwhelmed and deeply touched by the generous donations from thousands of people following the death of our beloved ambassador, Paul O’Grady. It really is a testament to how loved Paul was, and we shall always be forever grateful for everything he did for us.
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