Redemption Dogs Rescue and Rehab

12/11/2024

🐾 LAST CHANCE to join exclusive The IMDT Workshops with Redemption Dogs and Dogtown South Africa! 🐾

Calling all dog handlers, owners, and enthusiasts! Whether you’re aiming for a better-behaved pet, looking to upskill as a trainer, or just passionate about animal welfare, don’t miss this unique opportunity!

🎓 Learn from Gordon Banks, DogTown SA’s head behaviorist, as he shares expert insights in three hands-on workshops:

📅 Choose Your Workshop:
• Happy Recallers & Loose Leaders | 14 &
18 Nov
• Canine Body Language | 15 & 17 Nov
• Canine Aggression & Rehabilitation | 16 &
19 Nov

Enjoy hands-on learning, network with fellow dog lovers, and refuel with treats from our generous sponsors, Knead Bakery & Café and Monster Energy!

Don’t wait—support rescue work and gain practical skills to enhance your bond with your dog.

📍 Venue: Roxy Woodstock, Cape Town
🎟 Book now on IMDT South Africa’s website: https://www.imdt.co.za/imdt-courses/

11/11/2024

Today, we received news that’s left us all a bit speechless. Just shy of a month ago, we shared with you that a community member had come to us, asking for help in saying goodbye to his beloved dog, Bruno. A difficult request, but one that spoke to the strength of their bond and the respect he held for his friend’s comfort and peace.

Shortly after that day, a little girl in the community brought us Eddie, a young puppy she’d found and wanted to help. It seemed like a sign—the cycle of love and compassion continuing. We helped Eddie find his way, just as we had helped Bruno.

This morning, though, we received the sad news that Bruno’s owner, Godfrey, has also passed away. It’s a difficult blow, one that reminds us of the strength of his love and the many animals whose lives were brighter because of him. But even as we grieve, we take comfort in knowing that Godfrey and Bruno are together again, reunited on the other side.

And in a bittersweet, almost serendipitous turn, just after learning of Godfrey’s passing, another man from the same community approached us. He had heard about Godfrey and Bruno, and it had inspired him to bring his own young pup to us for help. He wanted to make sure she had the best chance at a happy, healthy life. So, together, we spoke about the cost and commitment of caring for a pet, and he agreed wholeheartedly. He signed up for our outreach program, committing to vaccinations, regular tick and flea treatments, and even scheduling her sterilisation when she turns six months old.

Through conversations like these, we build relationships in the community. We listen, we share knowledge, and we show by example what it means to be a responsible pet owner. In this case, it’s led us to the home where both Eddie and little Dora had come from. Soon, we’ll visit and hope to start a conversation about sterilising the parents to prevent more litters. In so many cases, owners genuinely want to do right by their pets but lack the resources. With trust and understanding, many are open—and even relieved—to know there are ways to help their pets without overwhelming their finances.

Thanks to partnerships with Animal Rescue Organisation and TEARS Animal Rescue, we’re able to offer these services at reduced costs, lifting a burden and giving families a chance to provide a better life for their animals. And we know it’s because of our supporters that we can keep doing this work. You are woven into every story, every life touched. Your donations make each rescue, each act of care, each transformation possible. With you beside us, we’re not only helping animals but helping people in our community learn what love and care can accomplish.

So today, we remember Godfrey and Bruno with love, knowing that their legacy lives on—not just in memories, but in the way they’ve inspired others to care a little more, to do a little better. May they be reunited in peace, walking side by side once more. 🌈 🙏🏼🤍

11/11/2024

Beautiful boy Blaze that we assisted in uplifting from Macassar back in April of last year has finally found his very own family, complete with big sister and lots of love and spoils from mom and dad.

Thank you to our partner Jack's Rescue for persisting with this gentle giant and never giving up hope. 🙏🏼🤍

29/10/2024

28/10/2024

🚨 Help Us Shield Vulnerable Community Dogs This Tick Season! 🚨

With tick season at its peak, our community dogs face deadly risks from diseases like biliary. Redemption Dogs has a rare chance to purchase NexGard at 17% off wholesale, but we need to act fast—this offer ends 31 October!

Just the cost of:

• 100g of biltong can protect a small dog for 5 weeks at R61.51

• a polony chip roll and 500ml Coke can protect a medium dog for 5 weeks at R63.83

• 6 Black Label dumpies can protect a large dog for 5 weeks at R79.93

• a Masala Steak Gatsby can protect an extra-large dog for 5 weeks at R99.81

Every bit counts in helping us fight these preventable diseases in our community dogs.

💳 Donate here in seconds: https://redemptiondogs.org/donate/

Your support goes straight to keeping our community dogs safe this season. Thank you for standing by them!

27/10/2024

A HUGE thank you to Purina South Africa for their generous donation of puppy and cat food! As we’re still in our early stages and primarily self-funded—our biggest costs being food, vet bills, and parasite control— this support is INVALUABLE.

If you’d like to help us make a tangible difference, please consider donating via our website. EVERY bit goes a long way and directly impacts the lives of the animals in our care, and those in the community who rely on us!

Thank you for being part of our journey!

Donate here: https://redemptiondogs.org/donate/

18/10/2024

“Alexa, play Who Let the Dogs Out.” 🐾

17/10/2024

Share with a friend, colleague or loved one who could use a reason to smile today. 😊☺️

16/10/2024

Yesterday was a mix of emotions. We helped a heartbroken community member say goodbye to their dog, and just as we thought our work was done, a brave 6-year-old girl brought us a new rescue—a puppy she saved from being mistreated in the street.

Living testament to our ethos that compassion and understanding begets compassion and understanding!

Even though our limited resources are already stretched thin, with our seniors Jana and Bruno, and rambunctious Chico still waiting for forever homes, we couldn’t ignore this little guy, full of worms and covered in ticks.

With help from our partner Animal Rescue Organisation, he’s been treated, fed, and now, with the help of our friends at TEARS Animal Rescue, we’re looking for a temporary foster home!

We are beyond grateful to you, our supporters, and partners in rescue. Your help allows us to provide for animals in need every day.

Now, we need your help again! This little nugget needs a name. Drop your ideas below and help us give him the fresh start he deserves!

05/10/2024

Tiger is a loving, gentle soul. 🤍

We had the honour of assisting with his upliftment, but please note that his adoption is being handled exclusively by our partner Jack's Rescue and thus you would need to contact them directly for further information, or should you be interested in adopting Tiger.

🙏🏼🤍

04/10/2024

Admittedly, few acts of cruelty still overpower our emotions and move us to tears.

This infuriating, frustrating act of injustice has done just that.

This is the very reason we will never give up the fight against breed specific legislation.

01/10/2024

UPDATE 09/10/24: STILL AVAILABLE

Hi, we’re Jana and Bruno, a pair of 11-year-old Weimaraners who’ve spent our entire lives together. We’re not siblings, but you’d never know it—we’re a bonded pair through and through, and we must stay together. Despite our age, we still feel young at heart and have plenty of love and life left to share!

I’m Jana, and if you’re looking for a gentle, nurturing dog, especially around children, I’m your girl. I’ve always had a soft spot for kids and love being around them. I’m calm and gentle, and I just want to be part of a family again. Even though we’re seniors, Bruno and I still have our playful, mischievous moments, but always in an innocent, loving way.

And I’m Bruno! I might have an autoimmune condition that affects the skin on my nose, but it’s really no big deal—just a little maintenance, and I’m good to go! It doesn’t slow me down, and I’m still ready for adventures and walks. Jana and I love our slow strolls, and we’d love a home where we can enjoy easy walks to rebuild our strength and just be with our humans.

We’ve had a rough few years. After spending our first 8 years as beloved family pets, we lost our home when our humans divorced. We were rehomed to a farm, but it wasn’t the best situation for us. Then, we were abandoned and nearly faced euthanasia when the new owners relocated. It was heartbreaking, but we’re so hopeful that there’s a loving family out there who will welcome us with open arms.

We’re not reactive to other dogs, but after all we’ve been through, we’d love to spend our twilight years as the only pets in a calm, loving home. We’re healthy, spirited, and even though we’re older, we’re far from slowing down completely! We just want a soft, secure place to land, where we can finally feel safe and loved, truly forever this time.

If you’re looking for loyal, loving companions who’ll fill your home with warmth and affection, we’re ready to meet you!

Oh! One last thing- no cats, please.

🔗 Adoption Application: https://redemptiondogs.org/adoption-application/