Month: February 2026
FOUR PAWS Welcomes Mpumalanga’s Move to End Captive Lion Breeding
FOUR PAWS has welcomed the announcement by the Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency that the province will no longer allow captive lion breeding,...
BarkingMad South Africa launches national shelter standards initiative
BarkingMad South Africa has announced a national initiative to develop the country’s first sector-led minimum standards for companion animal shelters. The project addresses...
Wags and Waves: Beach Days for Homeless Dogs
The Mdzananda Animal Clinic and Shelter has launched a new community initiative called Wags and Waves, a series of monthly beach days for...
Rescue dog Tyson finds new home after loss in Cape Town
By Venecia Valentine Tyson’s world changed the day his beloved owner passed away. For years, he lived the life many dogs long for....
Tick season warning for pet owners
Summer is in full force, and for pets and their owners, that means tick season. Ticks are parasites that transmit serious diseases to...
The Pet Parent Playbook: 10 Expert Tips for Dog and Cat Wellbeing
If your dog could talk, it wouldn’t just ask for more walks or tastier food. It would ask you to look deeper into...
Beacon Valley Dog Attack: SPCA and City of Cape Town Launch Community Outreach
In the wake of the recent fatal dog attack in Beacon Valley, the Cape of Good Hope SPCA, together with the City of...
Hot Cars Kill Dogs: Know the Risks
Every summer, SPCA Inspectors respond to urgent calls about dogs trapped inside parked vehicles at shopping centres and beachfronts. Many owners believe they...
How Rooibos Tea Supports Dog Health Naturally
Rooibos tea is a staple in many South African homes, but its benefits extend beyond the teacup. Increasingly, pet owners and holistic veterinarians...
Mr D Expands Pet Care with Absolute Pets
Mr D has partnered with Absolute Pets to bring specialist pet care products directly to customers through the Mr D app. From 17...
