He wrote an open letter to his new neighbours, the response was more than he ever expected

manchestereveningnews.co.uk:

A widowed pensioner who sent a heart-warming letter to his neighbours says the response he has received has 'far exceeded' his expectations.

Recently, David Whitehead, 75, moved into a leafy suburb in Chorlton and posted a note asking his new neighbours if he could meet anyone with pet dogs and join them on their walks.

The heart-breaking letter detailed how the former professor of ancient history could not have pets due to living in a rental property, but he missed 'canine contact' after previously looking after rescue dogs with his late wife.

The letter was later shared to a social media group with his permission, leading to a barrage of kind messages and offers of company.