News

A round up of what's been happening lately
at the Durban & Coast SPCA

Kennel Sleepover raises R182 257 for homeless animals

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

“We want to adopt the dog that's been here the longest

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

Warm thanks from our orphans

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

Madiba Magic Touches our Mutts and Moggies

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

Remember the puppy rescued from a drain?

Two months later, the puppy has grown into a healthy, happy little guy who is now ready to go to his forever home.    Posted 2024-08-16 12:53:25

Message from the general manager

Unbelievably, this December marks ten years since I took over as General Manager of this wonderful organisation.    Posted 2024-08-16 12:49:38

3 ways to stop cruelty to animals

If you know, or suspect, that an animal is being neglected or abused, please speak up   Posted 2024-08-16 12:45:32

Myschool goes paperless

Popular community fundraising initiative, MySchool MyVillage MyPlanet, is no longer issuing physical cards.    Posted 2024-08-16 12:05:07

Humphreys everywhere!

Honorary SPCA ambassador dog Humphrey, and his owner, uMhlanga pharmacist Alwyn Immerman, have raised over a million rand to help stray and unwanted animals.    Posted 2024-08-16 12:00:38

Forget the Olympics - Team SPCA brings home the medals ... and the money

At the ABSA Run Your City race on 7 July, our amazing Team SPCA runners raised a total of R30 000 from family and friends   Posted 2024-08-16 11:55:51

Fun & games at the House & garden show

Thanks to everyone who stopped to say hello to us at the House & Garden Show   Posted 2024-08-16 11:52:58

Calling all young artists

Sharpen your tools and get creative and enter our colouring in competition   Posted 2024-06-05 07:31:40

Annual General Meeting

All active members are invited to attend our AGM on 25 July 2024   Posted 2024-04-18 11:08:39

Happy new year for Ghost

Last November, this beautiful dog lay trapped between two high concrete walls on the Ottawa bridge. Fortunately, a passer-by spotted him and called our SPCA for help.    Posted 2024-01-29 12:03:51

It’s a date ... 366 of them

What a great way to keep track of all your important dates in 2024, with our unique and beautiful SPCA calendar.    Posted 2024-01-29 12:00:40

Message from the general manager

It would be easy to feel over- whelmed by the steady stream of unwanted animals admitted our SPCA, as a result of economic pressure. But our commitment to them remains unwavering.   Posted 2024-01-29 11:58:04

Calling all kids who love animals

Why not become a member of the Durban & Coast SPCA Wags & Whiskers Warriors Club, and join us in making the world a better place for animals.    Posted 2024-01-29 11:52:26

Golf day raises R41 200 for furry orphans

Our annual charity Golf Day took place at Royal Durban Golf Club on 24 November – one of the hottest days of the month!    Posted 2024-01-29 11:48:44

Lost pets get back home

Fortunately for dogs, Cody and Brody, who went missing from their Greenwood Park home on 11 January, this story has a happy ending.    Posted 2024-01-29 11:46:21

Wanted: Your pre-loved books in good condition

All proceeds from book sales go towards feeding and caring for over 300 dogs and cats at our SPCA.   Posted 2024-01-29 11:37:55



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