French bulldogs have long been one of Britain's most popular breeds - but a Liverpool animal rescue says it is now struggling to keep up with the number of 'designer dogs' being dumped at its doors.
Carla Lane Animals In Need in Melling has been inundated with up to 150 monthly appeals from desperate dog owners unable to look after their pets.
Rescue founder Fran Ellis said: "Most dogs coming through are between six and 18 months old. Today alone I've taken in 12. A beagle, a labrador, an American bully - we're getting French bulldogs at a rate of five a week.