Come on! Adopt an animal!
It was this time last year that I adopted my little Bonzo from Kloof Highway SPCA, it was the most fulfilling thing I'd ever done!
Too many people believe that a dog from a shelter is almost second grade compared to buying one from a breeder or pet shop, and that is absolutely not true! They are just as sweet and loving.
I'd even go so far as to say that they are even MORE loving and loyal simply because they've been given a second chance.
Remember that there will be an adoption fee that varies from shelter to shelter, and there will also be a compulsary home check before you can adopt any of these animals.
Have a look at these little faces, how can you resist?
1. Gypsy - 4 Paws & A Tale Rescue
This 4 month old girl was rescued when still in her mom's tummy. She is a mix with clear signs of Ridgeback coming through. Sweet and playful, active and curious she will fill her forever home with joy and laughter! 4 of her siblings are also still waiting for homes!
She is available for adoption in the Durban and surrounding areas and South coast down to Margate.
Please contact Nicky on 084 626 5508 / [email protected] or visit https://www.facebook.com/4PawsAndATaleRescue for more info.
2. Snowy - Phoenix Animal Care & Centre
Snowy and her sister Lilly are just 6 weeks old. They are Collie mixes so will likely to be medium in size when fully grown.
They are very sweet and special girls who are seeking lots of love and attention. Snowy is pictured, but Lilly also needs a home!
If you would like to apply to adopt one of the pups, please contact David on 0743390405, [email protected]
3. Bunnies - Bunville Rabbit Rescue
Our goals include the rescue, rehabilitation and placement of abandoned and abused rabbits, as well as public education regarding proper rabbit care and the importance of sterilisation to combat the ever escalating overpopulation problem.
We want the public to know that gone are the days of a lonely rabbit in a hutch at the bottom of the garden, the house rabbit is the way of the future. All our bunnies have great personalities, Interact with other pets, cuddle, play and are litter trained!
The domestic rabbit is the poster child in the companion animal category of neglect and abuse. People buy them at a whim for a "starter pet" for young children, yet they are extremely fragile and sensitive little creatures with extremely complex diets.
We hope to raise awareness and find the best possible homes for our bunnies because every bunny needs some bunny to love and sometimes happy endings come after sad beginnings.
You can contact us via email on:
[email protected]
https://www.facebook.com/BunvilleRabbitRescue
4. Foxy & Floppy
These sweet boys were abandoned in a park as small puppies and managed to survive for months on their own. The only way we could tell these boys apart in the bush was by their ears, and so their nicknames Foxy and Floppy came about.
Floppy - to begin with we thought that Floppy might be deaf. He didn't always hear us coming and seemed to rely on Foxy for warnings of “danger”. Even a few days after being rescued he was shut down and non-responsive. Seems this was his way of dealing with the stress of living in the bush, scavenging for scraps, being chased away by residents, dodging cars and basically surviving – he just switched off and blocked it all out. There is absolutely nothing wrong with Floppy’s hearing. Floppy is an easy going but playful boy.
Foxy – on the other hand – heard EVERYTHING. He was permanently on guard, always aware of our presence and we couldn't get anywhere near him. He was therefore only rescued 15 days after Floppy (by trap). He was petrified when he arrived at his foster home and just curled up into a ball behind the toilet. All this changed the second he was re-united with his brother Floppy - after lots of tail wagging and kisses Foxy realised he was finally safe (such a beautiful moment). After a week of good food, a warm bed and TLC, one ear flopped, then the day after that the other one went down too. Seems his beautiful ears were pinned up straight with anxiety, fear and from being on full alert 24/7. As he relaxed so his ears did too. Foxy is such a sweet and clever boy.
They have been in their foster home for a month already and have adjusted to a life ”in captivity” far too well. They love children, are good with other dogs and are house trained. They are around 9 months old (medium in size), have been neutered and their vaccinations are up to date. They are really hoping and praying that they find the perfect home TOGETHER.
Please contact Grant Guerin [email protected] if you'd like to offer these pups some love!
