A FOUR-LEGGED guest joined elderly Malvern residents in a bid to cheer them up.

Court House Care Home, on Court Road, welcomed a therapy dog into the home to enhance their residents’ well-being.

Beau, a Maltipoo, is a trained dog which specialises in providing companionship, comfort and joy to people living in care homes.

Jane Pugh, care home manager at Court House Care Home, said: “The joy and comfort that therapy dogs bring to our residents is immeasurable, and Beau brought huge smiles to all their faces.

"It’s just one of the many activities we provide to promote social interaction and help instil happy memories."