Premises in Beaconside are set to become a brand new dog rescue centre.

Senior Staffy Club, which already has rescue centres in Stoke-on-Trent and Worcester, has purchased a new site in Stafford.

The charity was set up by dog-lover Kate Lee with the aim of rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming Staffordshire Bull Terriers aged seven and over.

It is often difficult to find new homes for older dogs because they can have health problems which can make them more expensive to look after.

Since opening in 2012, the charity has rescued and rehomed around 550 Staffies.

Donations can be made online (image via Senior Staffy Club)

As the property was previously a dog boarding business, there are some pre-existing kennels which the charity plans to convert into luxury kennels.

An area will also be created where potential owners can meet dogs as well as a vet room, a grooming room and a play barn.

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The new centre has been purchased using public donations and should open in the next six to 12 months.

The site is being renovated (image via Senior Staffy Club)

Senior Staffy Club said: "From the day they are with us, every dog receives the best care we can possibly provide, to make sure their physical needs are met, and just as important, their mental needs. 

When a dog loses its home and family, finding itself in a strange place, with strange people, not knowing what is going to happen to it, it can be very scared and insecure.

"Amazingly, the majority are still loving and want to make friends and if they are scared and grumpy, the rescue just gives them the space they need and time to realise that they are safe.

It can be hard to find new owners for older dogs (image via Senior Staffy Club)

"The charity has ensured that there are sufficient funds to begin the refurbishment work needed before dogs can take up residence, but aims to raise a year's worth of running costs before opening to put the rescue on a firm footing for the future."

Senior Staffy Club is currently looking for volunteers to assist on and off the site this could include general labour, fundraising, media and marketing.  

To find out more or make a donation, click here.