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Rescued from a flooded drain and battling parvovirus and ehrlichiosis, Ponzo defied the odds to become the Animal Welfare Society's mascot and a beloved family pet.
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From Drain Rescue to Forever Home: Ponzo’s Incredible Journey

By Shannon-Lee Beukes, adoptions manager at Animal Welfare Society of South Africa Five years ago, when I started working at the Animal Welfare...

ByJune 8, 2026
After losing his owner, Tyson was surrendered to the Animal Welfare Society of South Africa. Today, he has found a loving new home.
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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....

ByFebruary 23, 2026