animal welfare

Uniting Cape Town: The Rise of Cat Fostering

In Cape Town, cat fostering is a heartwarming way for people to help cats and kittens find loving homes. Local…

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A Day that Shook Olifantskop Pass

On March 5th, 2023, a peaceful day at Olifantskop Pass turned chaotic when a truck carrying four elephants tipped over.…

6 days ago

The Enigmatic Tale of Baanksy: Franschhoek’s Artistic Sheep

Baanksy, the famous painting sheep from Franschhoek, has vanished, leaving a trail of mystery and sadness behind. Celebrated for his…

4 weeks ago

An Enduring Beacon: The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) is a lifesaving organization that protects animals from human atrocities.…

6 months ago

The Unfortunate Irony: An Animal Sanctuary Becomes a Place of Rescue

A sanctuary in Cape Town meant to provide refuge for distressed animals turned into a location of neglect and overcrowding.…

7 months ago

“Running with Heart: The Tale of Run for the Dogs Movement”

Run for the Dogs is a community initiative that encourages people to join a run to help rescue dogs find…

8 months ago

Silent Victims: The Struggle of Animals in Severe Weather Conditions

Animal welfare society (AWS) has been flooded with distress calls following a recent spate of severe thunderstorms that have affected…

8 months ago

The Beacon of Hope for Animal Welfare: Cape Town’s Mission

Cape Town is a beacon of hope for animal welfare, with organizations and partnerships working together to address the issue…

9 months ago

The Cape of Good Hope SPCA Commemorates Toby: A Testament to Resilience and Hope

Toby was a dog who fought against animal cruelty and became a symbol of hope. Despite facing neglect and abuse,…

10 months ago

The 18th of May: A Special Day of Action for Cape of Good Hope SPCA’s Chief, Jaco Pieterse

Jaco Pieterse, Chief Inspector of the Cape of Good Hope SPCA, celebrates his birthday on the 18th of May by…

10 months ago

The Imperative to Counterbalance Illegal Pet Ownership: A Tale of Pi, The Lion Cub

Pi, a lion cub, was rescued from cruel conditions in Lebanon where he was exploited as a selfie prop and…

11 months ago

AWS SA’s Urgent Advisory to Pet Owners Amid Rising Safety Concerns

The Animal Welfare Society of South Africa (AWS SA) warns pet owners to be vigilant while walking their pets in…

11 months ago

The Unsettling Paradox: Human Convenience versus Animal Welfare

The paradox between human convenience and animal welfare has been brought to light after a ship carrying 20,000 live cattle…

1 year ago

The Inspiring Journey of Five Cambodian Dogs: A Triumph Over Animal Cruelty

Five dogs, Gamora, Pietro Maximoff, Falcon, Shadow, and Doctor Drax Walfram, escape a Cambodian slaughterhouse and find refuge in a…

1 year ago

A Distressing Tale of Three Lions at Fairy Glen Nature Reserve

All three were euthanized due to the severity of their injuries as three lions were found living in inhumane conditions…

1 year ago

Unleashing the Impact of the Tats4Tails Tattoo-a-Thon

The Tats4Tails TattooaThon is an annual event in South Africa that raises funds for animals waiting for their forever homes.…

1 year ago