Diamonds are a girl's best friend - but dogs are Sandra's.

I just love dogs and so instead of presents I’m raising money to benefit Blue Cross Animal Charity.

Paddy and I used to volunteer for this Charity back in London, giving talks on how to be safe around dogs and how to care for pets. I did all the talking and Paddy got the tummy rubs.

It's a great charity and they also have hospitals to provide vet care for people on low income.

To donate to Blue Cross would mean more to me than any presents so please give whatever you are comfortable with.

Thanks a lot!!!!!

More information about Blue Cross: The Blue Cross is Britain's pet charity, providing practical support, information and advice for pet and horse owners. Through our network of animal adoption centres we rehome thousands of animals each year. Our hospitals provide veterinary care for the pets of people who cannot afford private vets' fees.