CONGRATULATIONS to Abbeyfield Veterinary Centre. I have been with the practice since Mr Hughes joined as a very new partner in a house in Haxby Road.

Seven of my dogs have been treated and cared for there (sometimes by the other partners) and even the Queen's corgis could not have had better treatment.

My last dog was put to sleep five weeks ago, causing much heartbreak. However, she was in her own home and knew nothing. Unfortunately, illness prevents my getting anyone to take her place as a panacea.

Mrs D M Steel,

Stockton Lane,

York.