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Did you know that MySchool – South Africa’s popular charity beneficiary programme – is being phased out? After 31 December 2025, both MySchool and WRewards cards will no longer work.    Posted 2025-10-10 05:39:03

Don’t you just love seeing animals that were lost, abandoned or unwanted finding love again?   Posted 2025-10-10 05:32:39

On Friday, 16 August, 16 dedicated supporters braved the rain, mosquitos, and a sleepless night as they took part in our annual SPCA Sleepover in honour of International Homeless Animals Day.    Posted 2025-09-22 13:39:21

Well done to our dedicated Inspectorate team for achieving their second conviction for the year!    Posted 2025-05-13 10:52:14

When we shared the story of poor little Mia with you, you didn’t hesitate to rush to the rescue with generous donations to cover the cost of her veterinary treatment and care. Thank you!    Posted 2025-04-22 06:26:47

Our onsite coffee shop re-opened on 3 March 2025 under the new management of Julie Webster.    Posted 2025-04-22 06:21:37

Whilst we all love a happy ending, Pixie’s story highlights the importance of having pets microchipped   Posted 2025-04-22 06:13:51

Recently we have dealt with an unprecedented number of heartbreaking cases of dogs and puppies being beaten – usually by their owners.   Posted 2025-04-22 06:09:40

Durban animal lovers took their support to a whole new level when they tackled the challenging aQuellé Midmar Mile to raise funds for our SPCA.    Posted 2025-04-22 06:04:27

Our amazing Dog Box volunteers not only work hard to raise funds for animals at the SPCA, they’re also willing to roll up their sleeves and get involved in caring for the environment.    Posted 2025-04-22 06:01:03

Field Officer Nathi responded to a call for help from a goat’s owner, finding the animal trapped on a narrow ledge, bleating piteously - probably because it knew there was a hungry python headed its way.    Posted 2025-04-22 05:56:31

Introducing our newest Yard Cat, who turned up out of the blue one day and took up residence at our SPCA   Posted 2025-04-22 05:49:44

On 17 February 2025, a man accused of dumping two young cats at the side of a busy road in Morningside was convicted of animal cruelty in the Durban Magistrate’s Court.   Posted 2025-02-20 10:10:00

Many thanks to our wonderful supporters who made generous donations to ensure we had everything we needed to cope with the huge influx of lost, abandoned, unwanted and rescued pets over the festive season..   Posted 2025-01-17 10:34:44

We would like to invite all animal lovers to join us on Saturday for the final farewell of Humphrey    Posted 2024-11-12 05:49:05

We are very sad to let everyone know that beloved SPCA ambassador Humphrey crossed the Rainbow Bridge on 11 October 2024.    Posted 2024-11-12 05:38:23

We commemorated International Homeless Animals Day with a kennel sleepover at the SPCA   Posted 2024-08-26 14:44:00

When an amazing family visited our SPCA on Mandela Day, this was their request.    Posted 2024-08-16 13:00:41

Thank you to everyone who contributed towards fluffy new blankets to keep our orphans cosy this winter.   Posted 2024-08-16 12:58:05

It was our biggest and best Mandela Day yet, with the challenge going out to local companies to see who could raise the most food donations for our SPCA.    Posted 2024-08-16 12:56:02