Gemma & Wally

Challenge Complete! Final Day: 2km + 5.03km Walks!

Thursday 31st Oct Today, I finished the last stretch of my 90km journey for Battersea Dogs and Cats with two final walks, covering 7.03km. This brings my total to 90km! It’s been an incredible journey, and I’m so grateful for everyone who has supported me along the way. Thanks to your generosity, we’ve raised £160, but we’re still aiming to reach the target to provide even more support for animals in need. Every donation goes directly to helping dogs and cats receive the care, shelter, and love they deserve. If you’d like to help us cross the fundraising finish line, please consider a donation: https://events.battersea.org.uk/fundraisers/gemmalyons Thank you for being part of this journey! Share

Day 30 Update: Two Walks Completed – 4km + 4.05km! One day left and 7.09km to go!

Thursday 31st Oct Today was a big day with two walks completed, adding 8.05km to my total. I’ve now covered 82.91km out of 90km for Battersea Dogs and Cats, leaving just 7.09km for tomorrow – the final day of this challenge! So far, we’ve raised £160 to support dogs and cats in need, but we’re not quite at the target yet. Every donation helps provide essential care and support for these animals while they wait for their forever homes. If you haven’t already, please consider sponsoring and helping us reach the finish line. Thank you so much to everyone who has donated and supported this journey! Let’s finish strong! Share

Day 29 Update: 1.23km Done, 15.14km to Go

Tuesday 29th Oct I’ve added 1.23km today, bringing my total to 74.86km out of 90km for Battersea Dogs and Cats! With just 15.14km left and a few days remaining, I’m pushing hard to complete the challenge and help animals in need. Did you know that rescue animals are often healthier than people think? Many just need a bit of love and care before they thrive in their new homes. Your donation helps give them that chance. Thank you so much for your continued support! Share

Day 28 Update: 5.38km Done, 16.37km to Go!

Monday 28th Oct I’ve completed another 5.38km today, bringing my total to 73.63km out of 90km for Battersea Dogs and Cats! With just 16.37km left and only 4 days to go, I’m determined to finish strong and make every step count for animals in need. Did you know that it can take up to 8 weeks or more to rehome a shelter pet? Your donations help cover food, medical care, and shelter during that waiting period, giving them the best chance at finding a loving home. Please consider donating and supporting these animals: https://events.battersea.org.uk/fundraisers/gemmalyons Thank you so much for being part of this journey with me! Share

Day 26 Update: 4.21km Done, 21.75km to Go!

Sunday 27th Oct Another 4.21km completed today, bringing my total to 68.25km out of 90km for Battersea Dogs and Cats! With just 21.75km left, I’m getting closer to the goal, and every step helps animals in need. Did you know that senior pets are often the hardest to rehome, despite being some of the most loving companions? Your donation can help provide these animals with the care and attention they deserve while they wait for a second chance. Thank you for your continued support! Share

Day 24 Update: 3.24km Done, 25.96km to Go!

Thursday 24th Oct Today I completed another 3.24km, bringing my total to 64.04km out of 90km for Battersea Dogs and Cats! With only 25.96km left, the finish line is in sight, but there’s still time to make a difference. Did you know that rehoming a dog from a shelter can take several months, especially for larger breeds? Your donation helps ensure these animals receive the care they need during their wait. Thank you so much for your generosity and support! Share

Day 23 Update: 4.02km Done, 29.20km to Go!

Wednesday 23rd Oct I’ve added another 4.02km today, bringing my total to 60.80km out of 90km for Battersea Dogs and Cats! With just 29.20km left, we’re getting closer to the finish line and making a real difference for animals in need. Did you know that it costs UK shelters an average of £1,000 to care for a dog during their stay? Every donation helps provide food, shelter, and medical care until they find a loving home. Please consider donating here: https://events.battersea.org.uk/fundraisers/gemmalyons Thank you for all your support! Share

Day 22 Update: 4km Done, 33.22km to Go!

Tuesday 22nd Oct I completed another 4km today, bringing my total to 56.78km out of 90km for Battersea Dogs and Cats! With 33.22km left, I’m grateful for all the support so far as we raise funds for animals in need. Did you know that nearly half of all animals in UK shelters are surrendered due to owners being unable to care for them? Your donation can provide these pets with food, medical care, and a safe place while they wait for a new family. Share

Day 21 Update: 4.21km Done, 37.22km to Go!

Monday 21st Oct Today, I’ve added another 3.32km, bringing my total to 52.78km out of 90km for Battersea Dogs and Cats! With 37.22km left, I’m so grateful for all the support so far as we raise money for animals in need. Did you know that older dogs are often the last to be adopted, sometimes waiting years for a home? Your support can help give them the care and comfort they need while they wait for their second chance. Please consider donating to make a difference 🐶 Thank you so much for your generosity and support! Share

Day 18 Update: 3.32km Done, 41.43km to Go!

Saturday 19th Oct Today, I’ve added another 3.32km, bringing my total to 48.57km out of 90km for Battersea Dogs and Cats! With 41.43km left, I’m so grateful for all the support so far as we raise money for animals in need. Did you know that, on average, a dog spends over 30 days in a shelter before finding a home? Some stay much longer, waiting for that perfect family. Your donation can help provide these animals with the care and comfort they need during this time. Please consider sponsoring and helping make a difference: https://events.battersea.org.uk/fundraisers/gemmalyons Thank you again for all your support! Share

Day 18 Update: 3.85km Done, 44.75km to Go!

Friday 18th Oct I’ve just completed another 3.85km today, bringing my total to 45.25km out of 90km for Battersea Dogs and Cats! There’s still 44.75km left to go, and every step is helping raise funds for animals in need of a loving home. Your support means the world to these dogs and cats. If you haven’t donated yet, please consider sponsoring to make a real difference in their lives. Share

Day 15 Update: 3.54km Done, 48.60km to Go!

Tuesday 15th Oct Day 15 is complete, and I’ve just added another 3.54km, bringing my total to 41.40km out of 90km for Battersea Dogs and Cats! With 48.60km still ahead, we’re making great progress toward our goal of supporting animals in need. Every donation helps provide care, shelter, and love to dogs and cats waiting for their forever homes. If you haven’t yet, please consider donating to this important cause. Thank you for all your continued support! Share

Day 14 Update: 2.87km Done, 52.14km to Go!

Monday 14th Oct I’ve added another 2.87km today, bringing my total to 37.86km out of 90km for Battersea Dogs and Cats! With 52.14km left to go, we’re making steady progress toward helping animals in need. Thousands of dogs across the UK are still waiting for a loving home. Your donation can provide the care and support they need while they wait for their second chance. Thank you for being part of this journey and making a difference! Share

Day 13 Update: 3km Done, 55.01km to Go!

Sunday 13th Oct Day 13 Update: 3km Done, 55.01km to Go! Another 3km completed today, bringing my total to 34.99km out of 90km for Battersea Dogs and Cats! With 55.01km still ahead, I’m grateful for all the support so far as we continue raising funds for animals waiting for their forever homes. There are still many dogs in the UK looking for love and care. Your donation can help give them the second chance they deserve. Thank you so much for your kindness and support! Share

Day 12 Update: 3.65km Done, 58.01km to Go!

Saturday 12th Oct

I’ve just completed another 3.65km, bringing my total to 31.99km out of 90km for Battersea Dogs and Cats! There are still 58.01km to go, and every step helps raise awareness and funds for dogs and cats in need of loving homes.

Your support makes a huge difference in providing shelter, care, and hope for these animals. If you haven’t donated yet, please consider sponsoring to help make an impact today.

Sponsor here:

https://events.battersea.org.uk/fundraisers/gemmalyons

Thank you so much for all your generosity!

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Day 11 Update: 3.08km Done, 61.66km to Go!

Friday 11th Oct Day 11 is complete with another 3.08km added, bringing my total to 28.34km out of 90km for Battersea Dogs and Cats! There are still 61.66km to go, and we’re making great strides to raise awareness and funds for this wonderful cause. Did you know that over 50,000 dogs are abandoned each year in the UK, many of them struggling to find their forever homes? Your donation can help provide the care and support they need while they wait for that special chance. Please consider sponsoring and making a difference. Thank you so much for your ongoing support! Share

Day 10 Update: Rest Day, but You Can Still Help!

Friday 11th Oct Today is a rest day, but the mission continues! I’ve completed 25.26km so far, with 64.74km still to go in support of Battersea Dogs and Cats. Even though I’m taking a break, the animals in need don’t get one—they still need our help. Your sponsorship can make a huge difference in providing food, shelter, and medical care for dogs and cats waiting for their forever homes. If you haven’t yet, please consider making a donation today. Thank you for your support and generosity! Share

Day 9 Update: 3.40km Done, 64.74km to Go!

Wednesday 9th Oct Day 9 is complete with another 3.40km added, bringing my total to 25.26km out of 90km for Battersea Dogs and Cats! There are still 64.74km to go, and I’m grateful for all the support so far. Sadly, thousands of dogs are abandoned in the UK every year, with many never finding a permanent home. Your donation can help provide the care these animals need while they wait for their second chance. Please consider donating and supporting this important cause. Thank you for your generosity and ongoing support! Share

Day 8 Update: 3.79km Done, 68.14km to Go!

Tuesday 8th Oct I’ve just completed another 3.79km, bringing my total to 21.86km out of 90km for Battersea Dogs and Cats! There are 68.14km left, and we’re making steady progress toward our goal. Every step helps raise awareness and support for the thousands of dogs and cats still waiting for their forever homes. If you haven’t donated yet, there’s still time to help make a big impact on their lives. Please consider donating! Thank you for all your support! Share

Day 7 Update: One Week Done! 4km Down, 67.93km to Go!

Monday 7th Oct I’ve just wrapped up another 4km, bringing my total to 22.07km out of 90km for Battersea Dogs and Cats! With 67.93km still ahead, we’re making great progress in raising funds and awareness. Did you know that many dogs in UK shelters are there through no fault of their own, often because of changes in their owner’s circumstances? Your donations can help give these dogs the second chance they deserve. Please consider donating today! Thank you for your continued support! Share

Day 6 Update: Rest Day, but Still Time to Make a Difference!

Sunday 6th Oct Today is a rest day, but the journey isn’t over yet! I’ve completed 18.07km so far, with 71.93km still ahead in support of Battersea Dogs and Cats. Even though I’m resting, the dogs and cats in shelters still need our help. Your donations provide essential care and support for these animals while they wait for their forever homes. If you haven’t donated yet, now’s the perfect time to get involved! Thank you so much for your continued support! Share

Day 5 Update: 1.94km Done, 71.93km to Go!

Sunday 6th Oct Day 5 is in the books with another 1.94km completed, bringing my total to 18.07km out of 90km for Battersea Dogs and Cats! There’s still 71.93km to go, and we’re continuing to raise funds to help the many dogs and cats in need of loving homes. Every donation goes a long way in supporting these animals, so if you haven’t yet, please consider sponsoring today. Together, we can make a difference! Thank you for your support! Share

Day 5 Update: 1.94km Done, 71.93km to Go!

Sunday 6th Oct

Day 5 is in the books with another 1.94km completed, bringing my total to 18.07km out of 90km for Battersea Dogs and Cats! There’s still 71.93km to go, and we’re continuing to raise funds to help the many dogs and cats in need of loving homes.

Every donation goes a long way in supporting these animals, so if you haven’t yet, please consider sponsoring today. Together, we can make a difference!

Thank you for your support!

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Day 4 Update: Another 3.91km Done, 73.87km to Go!

Friday 4th Oct Day 4 Update: Another 3.91km Done, 73.87km to Go! Day 4 is complete with another 3.91km added, bringing my total to 16.13km out of 90km for Battersea Dogs and Cats! There are still 73.87km to go, and we’re raising crucial funds for this great cause. Did you know that there are over 100,000 dogs in UK shelters each year waiting for homes? Your donation can help provide the care and support these animals need until they find their forever families. Please consider donating and making a difference today! Thank you again for all your support! Share

Day 3 Update: 4km Done, 77.78km to Go!

Thursday 3rd Oct Day 3 Update: 4km Done, 77.78km to Go! I’ve just finished another 4km today, bringing my total to 12.22km out of 90km for Battersea Dogs and Cats. There’s still 77.78km to go, and we’re making great progress raising funds for this amazing cause! If you haven’t donated yet, there’s still time to make a difference. Every bit helps provide shelter, care, and love for animals in need. Please consider sponsoring and supporting this important cause. Thank you so much for your continued support! Share

Day 2 Update: Another 3.91km Done, 81.78km to Go!

Wednesday 2nd Oct Day 2 Update: Another 3.91km Done, 81.78km to Go! I’ve just wrapped up Day 2 with another 3.91km added to my 90km walk for Battersea Dogs and Cats. We’re making great progress raising money for this amazing charity, but there’s still more to do! If you haven’t had a chance yet, you can still sponsor and help us reach our goal to support dogs and cats in need. Every donation counts! Thank you again for all your support. Let’s keep going! Share

Day 1 Update: 4.31km Down, 85.69km to Go!

Tuesday 1st Oct Share