World Spay Day: 207 animals sterilised in Cape Town
A two-day mass sterilisation drive in Lavender Hill and Cafda Village has resulted in 207 dogs and cats being sterilised, as the Cape...
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...
Careers That Count: Building a Future in Animal Welfare
Choosing a career goes beyond earning an income. You want work that reflects your values, uses your skills, and leaves a meaningful mark....
How the Public Plays a Vital Role in Animal Welfare
Animal welfare in South Africa does not rest on the shoulders of the National Council of SPCAs (NSPCA) alone. Every day, our ability...
When You Can No Longer Care for Your Pet: Making a Difficult Decision with Compassion
Across South Africa, rising living costs are forcing many households to make painful financial choices. Families are balancing school fees, transport, food and...
Living Together: Pets and Community Life in South Africa
As estate living, townhouses and sectional title developments continue to expand across South Africa, questions around pets in shared spaces are becoming more...
Cruelty for Clicks: Understanding Animal Abuse on Social Media
The rapid growth of social media platforms in South Africa has changed how people consume and share content. While these platforms support education...
Summer travel tips for furbies
Summer is often the period when we venture out for holiday breaks. If you’re anything like us, you refuse to venture from your...
Adopting from the SPCA: What to Expect and Why It Matters
We often hear people say they are “buying” or “getting” a pet from the SPCA. We gently correct this, not to be pedantic,...
