It’s hard not to get caught up in the commercial side of Christmas — gifts go on sale in October and it feels like the pressure is on as soon as the first leaves start to fall. But how much of what we give truly means something? For every well thought out, lovingly handmade gift, there is a rushed, re-gifted, plastic-coated present that gets passed around. So, this year why not do things a little differently? There are a wealth of charities out there who are desperate for essential funding to continue the great work they do for our animals and planet. We shine a light on some, so you can give a gift that really gives back this year.