Peter Andre to host Battersea Dogs & Cats Home’s celebrity fundraiser

PETER ANDRE to host Battersea Dogs & Cats Home's celebrity fundraiser Collars and Coats Gala Ball.

Media star Peter Andre has pledged his support for one of the UK's most loved animal charities, Battersea Dogs & Cats Home, by hosting its unique red carpet event, The Collars & Coats Gala Ball. Held in the presence of the charity's President, TRH Prince and Princess Michael of Kent, the star studded ball takes place on Friday 11 November at Evolution in Battersea Park, London.

Peter will be one of the many A-list celebrities amongst the guests for an event that celebrates Battersea's unparalleled work caring for thousands of lost, abandoned and unwanted animals. The Home's legendary Guard of Honour, made up of dozens of Battersea dogs, will line the red carpet entrance, treating the guests and assembled media to an emotional welcome they will never forget.

Commenting on his association with Battersea Dogs & Cats Home's prestigious gala event, Peter Andre says: "I'm really looking forward to hosting a night to remember in aid of Battersea Dogs & Cats Home. I'm a real dog lover so it gives me a lot of pleasure to support a charity like Battersea that gives a second chance to thousands of homeless dogs and cats every year."

The Collars and Coats Gala Ball promises an unforgettable evening, with a distinguished guest list that boasts the showbiz and entertainment glitterati, influential business leaders, society and public figures, stars from the world of sport and British Royalty. Guests include celebrated British actresses Prunella Scales and Martine McCutcheon, fashionista Brix Smith Start, television presenters Esther Rantzen, Kate Walsh and Jasmine Harman, Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel-Horwood, and celebrity hair-dresser Nicky Clarke. Previous attendees have included Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Brian May of Queen, Alexandra Burke, and Dame Judi Dench. The event's top-billing performances include an eclectic mix of A-List musical acts which will shortly be unveiled.

During the event revellers will also have the opportunity to bid in an exclusive money-can't-buy auction with an array of luxury, bespoke gifts donated by some of the Home's supporters. The Ball will raise vital funds to ensure that Battersea's important work in rescuing and rehoming unwanted and abandoned dogs and cats continues.

Speaking about Peter Andre's support of the charity's work, Claire Horton, Chief Executive of Battersea Dogs & Cats Home says: "We're really thrilled to have Peter Andre bringing his undoubted star quality to our Collars & Coats Gala Ball. This event is so important to Battersea in supporting the work we do day in, day out, to care for thousands of animals desperately in need of our help. Peter's huge popularity along with his style and charisma promises to make it an un-missable evening of entertainment."

Tickets for the Collars & Coats Gala Ball can be purchased by calling 020 7627 9309 and further information can be seen at http://www.collarsandcoats.org.uk/. For further information on Battersea Dogs & Cats Home and to pledge donations, please visit www.battersea.org.uk