Annabel – Glossop’s next top model

Spanish-born Podenco hunting dog Annabel, has won Victoria Vet’s competition to become the new face of the practice. She will now front their vaccination reminder campaign, which encourages local dog owners to make sure that their dog’s vaccinations are up-to-date.

Annabel’s story is a true tale of triumph over adversity; she is a very special dog with an indomitable spirit. She was discovered by local lady Valerie Wood in a log yard in Spain, struggling to survive in the cold winter, nothing more than a skeleton and to Valerie’s horror was providing for her young pup. Not only this, but she suffered from misshapen front legs which affected her ability to walk.

Valerie took in both mum and her pup, Annabel underwent surgery to correct her more misshapen front leg. Her pup Corky found a new home with Valerie’s friends, and, helped by the care provided to her by Valerie and her family, Annabel’s personality began to develop.