A VETERINARY practice in Darlington is holding a sponsored dog walk this month to raise money for a cancer charity.

Staff at the Stanhope Park Veterinary Practice will take part in the nine-mile round walk from Darlington to Walworthgate in aid of the Douglas Macmillan Cancer Relief Fund.

The walk, which will take place on Thursday, May 27, is being held as part of the national Macmillan Miles Challenge campaign.

Fifteen members of staff from both Darlington branches, in Stanhope Park Road South and in the village of Middleton St George, will be taking part.

The event will also mark the beginning of the national Pet Smile Month campaign, and the veterinary practice is offering free dental checks for dogs throughout June.

Anyone wanting to sponsor the walk can contact Helen Geldard on (01325) 380111.