Aug 21, 2024
Vaccination schedule for puppies and kittens Vaccinations are crucial to protect pets against serious diseases, some of which can be transferred to humans. And when it comes to vaccinating your pets against these diseases, it’s a case of the sooner the better!...
Jun 19, 2024
5 compelling reasons to have your pets sterilised If you are in any doubt about the need to sterilise your cat or dog, please visit one of the SPCAs or animal shelters across the country. You’ll come face to face with the heart-breaking reality: there are too...
May 7, 2024
Dog bites – prevention and treatment Dog bites are the most common animal bites treated in emergency rooms across the country. Young children are the most common victims, because they are at a similar eye level to a dog. They may also inadvertently...
Feb 15, 2024
Charitable giving is good for your soul – and your wallet, thanks to Section 18A Did you know that when you make a donation to a registered charity like the Durban & Coast SPCA, you receive a Section 18A Certificate – which you can submit with your tax...
Jan 27, 2024
No hot dogs, please Every summer there are cases of dogs dying after being left locked in a car for ‘just a minute’ while their owners pop into a store or run an errand. This is a tragedy that should never occur. Durban summers can be brutal but even when the...
