It's a dog's life: Owner of George, the seven foot Great Dane, lifts the lid on life with the world's largest mutt

There aren’t many humans of her age who would still be up for a game of football on a grey December day.

But 59-year-old Anne the elephant is enjoying a magical new lease of life as she prepares to spend her first Christmas in her new home at Longleat safari park – courtesy of generous Daily Mail readers.

Yesterday she splashed in her paddling pool and played with a huge red ball, a festive gift from a wellwisher who sends money every month.     More Read