Dargle Dale Kennels and Cattery

15/07/2024

Forwarded Post from Assagay Residents exposed to Rabid Dog:

RIP Mika

Heart broken, devastated and guilt-ridden..... Letting you go has been the most difficult to process decision I've ever had to make.

I'm SO sorry we couldn't do more or fight harder for you my girl but I want you to know that i couldn't have wished for a more amazing companion, protector and family member.

You will be sorely missed by each of us and remembered for your gentle temperament, special bond with the M&Ms, love for food, and that wiggle bum each time I came home.

So so sorry my girl, love you forever.

Love all of us xox

For those pet owners reading this, I URGE you to make sure your pets vaccinations are up to date!

We had an incident earlier this week where a stray dog managed to enter our property, naturally our dogs confronted it and chased it off. The stray was picked up and dropped off with the nearest vet who immediately suspected a possible rabies case. The dog was euthanized and the state vet was alerted.

Whilst waiting the rabies results, we had our local vet give each of our dogs a rabies booster shot, even though there was no clear bite or visible wounds on either of the dogs.

Our 2 older dogs were fully vaccinated for rabies, but our dear Mika(barely over a year old) had only received 1 rabies vacc to date, with her annual follow up due in September this year.

We received the devastating news yesterday from the state vet, confirming the stray was infected with rabies. Our hearts dropped.

Due to Mika only having had 1 vacc, she was deemed 'unvaccinated' and high-risk to all that she comes into contact with. Compounding the issue, is rabies can present itself anywhere form 0-6mths after being contracted.

By law we had to euthanize a perfectly healthy pet because we did not have her vaccinations fully up to date.

I wouldn't wish this scenario on anyone, so please check your dogs/cats vaccinations books/records, and ensure you sort them out ASAP.

Secondly check you properties fence/perimeter walls for any access points to prevent unwanted contact and potentially infected visitors mixing with your pets.

I hope this post saves at least 1 pets life, so that our Mika's loss was not in vain.

21/04/2024

Do you have an older puppy, 4 to 6 months and missed early training. I have a new puppy course starting this coming Saturday at 2pm. Contact Rachel on 0796058474 for more information.

03/11/2023

Keep your pets safe with the up coming fireworks. We are offering a 20% discount on bookings over the Diwali time. Bookings for the 3 days, 11 to 13 Nov inclusive. Quote *Dargle 23* to redeem the discount.

26/10/2023

We love feedback like this and always try our best to do a little bit extra. Thanks Marashene for bringing Dexter to visit

18/10/2023

Lina and Tilda dropping Noodle and Scruffy off for a little holiday. We look after all pets😍😂

09/09/2023

Please make sure your pets Rabies vaccinations are up to date.

𝐑𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐞𝐬! 𝐕𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐔𝐩 𝐓𝐨 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞?👀

Today we had our first confirmed 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 case of rabies! Please ensure your furbaby's vaccines are all up to date!👏

22/08/2023

Such sad news. Our dear friend and colleague Victoria Kwali passed away on Sunday night from a suspected heart attack. Victoria has been the backbone of our kennel business, being in charge of the clipping and grooming as well as overseeing the welfare and care of all the boarding dogs. She has worked at Dargle Dale for 36 years, arriving as a 20 year old enthusiastic, energetic animal lover in 1987.
Victoria was a strong woman, strong physically and strong mentally and full of love. She ran the 21km Mandela Marathon in 2019 and always enjoyed running. She was the matriarch of her family and extended family in Mpophomeni supporting them with love and care.
Victoria we are going to miss you so much as a friend, confidant, advisor and as the "eyes and ears" of the kennels. Rest in peace our dear friend, you deserve it. Love from all at Dargle Dale and all who knew you. X###

01/07/2023

Beautiful Jack came for his bath and pamper session this week. The kindest boy, we love being able to look after him

21/06/2023

These 2 sweet boys are looking for a new home after being abandoned in kennels. Gigi is the J*p Spitz he is 10. Kai is the pom he is 3. Both neutered and up to date with vaccs. Contact Rachel 0796058474 or 033 330 6035

15/06/2023

The 2 little doggies are still available.

13/06/2023

Dear friends, we have sadly had 2 doggies abandoned here at the kennels. A Toy Pom and a J*panese Spitz (large toy pom)
Both neutered males.
Gigi the J*p Spitz born 2013.
Kai the Toy Pom born 2020.
Both gorgeous fluffy dogs, fully vaccinated.
We are looking for a loving home for them and someone who would be willing to pay their boarding fees.
Please private message me.
Love
Liz
(Owner of Dargle Dale Kennels)

27/05/2023

Have you got a new puppy? Wanting to build a great bond and have some fun at the same time? New round of classes starting on Sat 3 June at 1pm, at Dargle Dale Kennels in Merrivale. Please pop me a message for more info. 0796058474

29/04/2023

All the doggies warm and cosy tonight with their infra-red heater lights on. 🥰😍🤗

28/04/2023

Our precious Choccy

27/04/2023

Abigail-Sarah Stuart can take your dogs for an extra special adventure walk while they stay with us at Dargle Dale Kennels. This is over and above our normal exercise routine. Perfect for those dogs who are used to long daily walks or high energy working dogs.

05/04/2023

Husband and wife drive themselves to the kennels.

29/03/2023

Our kitty cabins are a very popular choice for our feline guests.

02/03/2023

We had the pleasure of grooming Induku and Kiwi today. Thanks for the lovely message and pictures Mike. (before and after)

Thanks Rachel and staff from Dargle Dale Kennels for having Induku and Kiwi for the day and pampering them so they are nice and fluffy again.

07/02/2023

Now that the festive season rush is over and things have settled down into a New Year routine we have time to share some pics of our special guests. 🥰

25/12/2022

Wishing all our special clients a very happy Christmas.

05/12/2022

Always such a pleasure to groom Spca dogs💞 Gina is a special girl, looking for the best Christmas present ~her forever home. Contact Umgeni Spca Umngeni

01/12/2022

We are heading for our very busy season over school holidays, Christmas and New Year. So we decided to treat ourselves to an early Christmas Lunch. A lovely visit to the Howick Falls. The area is looking clean and beautiful. And then a delicious lunch at Woodstone Resturant. We are now ready for the busy season and looking forward to looking after precious pets. X###xx

22/11/2022

Many of you will have met Choccy. He is a very special boy, who was rescued on the streets of India as a tiny puppy. Hand reared and brought home to South Africa by his loving family. He is completely blind, but such an inspiration to all of us💞

08/11/2022

Sweet Phoebe is a regular at Dargle Dale. She is such a lovely girl and we all love her very much. She lost her sight due to an accident on the farm, but that doesn't deter her at all.

04/11/2022

"Induku had a pamper day, bath,shampoo and nails done at Dargle Dale Kennels. Can highly recommend them, she was most certainly looked after and came back a clean and happy girl"
Thank you Mike for trusting us with you special girl. Can't wait for her next session ❤️

02/11/2022

We have had the privilege of looking after Scruffy for a month while his owners went to visit family in Australia. He was safe and lovingly cared for while his owners were away. Here are some photos of when he arrived home after his stay at The Country Hotel For Pets.

25/10/2022

Jack and Sam looking so handsome after their grooming today. Both such sweet, easy going boys. Always such a pleasure to groom them

27/09/2021

Please make sure your pets are up to date with their vaccinations. Unfortunately we are unable to look after any pets who's vaccinations have lapsed.

Rabies Report 20 – 27 September 2021

We are sorry to bring you the devastating news that a person has died from rabies in the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro in the Eastern Cape. This is so upsetting, we are thinking about them, their family and their community.

As you will see in the report below, the rabies outbreak in the Eastern Cape continues to be very severe.

Eastern Cape:
1. 19 (nineteen) Dogs, Nelson Mandela Bay Metro, Sarah Baartman District
2. 3 (three) Dogs, Buffalo City Metro, OR Tambo District
3. Cat, Buffalo City Metro, OR Tambo District
4. Dog, Intsika Municipality, Chris Hani District

KwaZulu-Natal:
1. Dog, Vuma, Umlalazi Municipality, King Cetshwayo District
2. Dog, Phoenix, Ethekwini Metro
3. Dog, Westville, Ethekwini Metro
4. Dog, Mandeni town, Mandeni Local Municipality, iLembe District Municipality
5. Dog, Malengeni, Umdoni Municipality, Ugu District
6. Dog, Izingolweni, Ray Nkonyeni Municipality, Ugu District
7. Dog, KwaNgcolosi, Ethekwini Metro
8. Dog, Odidini, Ethekwini Metro
9. Dog, Newcity, Ezimbokotweni, Ethekwini Metro
10. Dog, Kwanzimakwe, Ray Nkonyeni Municipality, Ugu District
11. Dog, Mathambo, Mfolozi Municipality, King Cetshwayo District
12. Dog, Hluhluwe, Big 5 Hlabisa Municipality, Umkhanyakude District

What to do in the event of a bite OR SCRATCH from ANY MAMMAL that could have rabies:
1. Wash any scratches or wounds with running water and soap for 10 minutes.
2. Get to a doctor or hospital for a course of 4 vaccinations. Do not let a clinic turn you away – insist on speaking to someone that can advise you about vaccination. If the clinic does not have vaccine, ask them to find out for you the nearest one that does. If you have a bite you will also need injections of rabies immunoglobulin (RIG) into the wound.
YOU HAVE A RIGHT TO CALL AN AMBULANCE IF YOU NEED TRANSPORT.

14/07/2021

This gorgeous boy is looking for a home. His owner is no longer able to care for him. He is 6 years old, fully vaccinated but not neutered.
He is with us at the kennels at the moment.

01/06/2021