A LIFE-SAVING dog shelter is terrified they won’t be able to save anymore pups if they are forced to shut their doors from a lack of help.

Islay Dog Rescue in Ayrshire is on the brink of closure due to a massive shortfall in volunteers meaning they can’t save anymore dogs from 'death row'.

But the shelter said to fail now would be ‘unthinkable’ and is determined to get the facility back on its feet, but they need help.

They are calling on punters to come forward and volunteer to save the charity which has rehomed over 600 dogs.

Helpers will be treated to lunch and refreshments in reward for walking the adorable dogs and can even give them a bath.

The charity is also looking for DIY projects to be carried out on the kennels and gates.

They are also hoping to attract a gardener to come look after the grass and plants to make the area look beautiful for the punters and pups.

Shelter boss, Lorriane Jardien, 54, said: “At the minute dogs are dying because we don’t have the resources to take in anymore at the moment which is devastating.

“We save dogs from death row.

"They are usually perfectly healthy but no one can take them on, that’s where we come in.”

“We are desperate for volunteers to help us look after the dogs. It would be great to have some dog walkers that’s something we are really lacking.

“We have a fully operational wash room that need a groomer to wash the dogs, they don’t need to be a professional they just need to be up to the task.

“We need some work done on the gates and the portacabin outside. Just general pieces like that would make a massive difference.

“We could do with someone who has an interest in gardening as well to make the place look nice and welcoming.

“The dogs we have here are all lovely they are just down on their luck and need some TLC.

“They need someone to come take them to Dumfries House, Ayr beach, and other outings that they can enjoy together.

“We welcome volunteers every day between 9-5 as long as they are over the age of 14 and they can stay for an hour or all day if they like.

“We are also trying to raise £13,000 for the kennels and are only £2,000 away so if you can’t volunteer any donations would be really appreciated.

“We are really picking up from scratch here and need all the help we can get.

“The shelter is a serious risk if we don’t get some more volunteers. We have rehomed over 600 dogs, so to fail now would just be unthinkable.”

Call 07876 561545 to volunteer.