The Society for Animals in Distress

The Society for Animals in Distress Driving access to veterinary care. - WELFARE - VETERINARY CARE - COLLABORATION - EDUCATION - ANIMAL HEALTH TECHNICIANS - UPLIFTMENT - EMPOWERMENT -

Professional Welfare Veterinary Care Provider

Happy Valentine's Day from all of us at SAID! 🐾❤️Let’s celebrate a love that knows no bounds - the unconditional love of...
14/02/2025

Happy Valentine's Day from all of us at SAID! 🐾❤️

Let’s celebrate a love that knows no bounds - the unconditional love of our furry friends.

Did You Know? 🐾 A dog’s sense of smell is 40 times more powerful than ours! Their incredible noses can detect scents acr...
04/02/2025

Did You Know? 🐾

A dog’s sense of smell is 40 times more powerful than ours! Their incredible noses can detect scents across broad distances, making them heroes in search-and-rescue missions 🐕

🌱💩 Your Grass IS Greener Where Our Horse P**p Is! 💩🌱Looking to turn your garden into the talk of the neighbourhood?🌼✨ Ou...
28/01/2025

🌱💩 Your Grass IS Greener Where Our Horse P**p Is! 💩🌱

Looking to turn your garden into the talk of the neighbourhood?

🌼✨ Our organic compost is the secret sauce your soil has been begging for!

🦄💚 Carefully crafted by our very own herd of professional compost connoisseurs (a.k.a. horses who take their job very seriously), this magical mix will have your plants thriving like never before. 🌿

👉 Why settle for average when you can go full-on fabulous?
• 100% organic and natural
• Packed with all the nutrients your garden needs
• Smells... well, earthy (let's be honest, it is p**p, but it's GOOD p**p!)

📦 Grab your bag of greener goodness today! R65 per bag. Email [email protected] for more info and orders. We deliver in Gauteng (AA rates apply).

Your garden (and your neighbours) will thank you.

🛒 Shop Online & Support Our Cause—for FREE! 🐾Did you know you can donate to the Society for Animals in Distress without ...
28/01/2025

🛒 Shop Online & Support Our Cause—for FREE! 🐾

Did you know you can donate to the Society for Animals in Distress without spending an extra cent? It’s easy—just shop online through ww.shopdonation.co.za

Major webshops like Loot, CottonOn, and NetFlorist are part of this amazing initiative. You’ll shop as usual at your favourite stores, but by accessing them via our link, a free donation will automatically go to our cause.

💡 How it works:
1️. Visit https://www.shopdonation.co.za/said
2️. Shop as usual.
3️. With every purchase, you donate to us—at no extra cost to you!

Start shopping and make a difference today! 🛍️✨

Wrap your feet in warmth and your heart in love. 💕 Every pair of socks from our barn shop helps rescue animals and gives...
26/01/2025

Wrap your feet in warmth and your heart in love. 💕 Every pair of socks from our barn shop helps rescue animals and gives them a second chance. Your support makes all the difference—one step at a time. 🐾🧦

Leashes for walks, collars for safety, and carriers for the journey ahead 🐶🐱. We're in need of these items to give our r...
18/01/2025

Leashes for walks, collars for safety, and carriers for the journey ahead 🐶🐱. We're in need of these items to give our rescues the care they deserve.

Drop them off at our center, and spread some love today! 🐕💛

🚨 We’re Hiring! Temporary Animal Health Technician (Maternity Cover) 🚨Are you a qualified Animal Health Technician (AHT)...
16/01/2025

🚨 We’re Hiring! Temporary Animal Health Technician (Maternity Cover) 🚨

Are you a qualified Animal Health Technician (AHT) looking for an opportunity to make a difference? We’re looking for someone to step in and help care for animals in need while a team member is on maternity leave. 🐾

📍 Location: Vorna Valley, Midrand
📅 Start Date: Immediately
🗓️ Duration: 5 months (fixed-term contract)

What You’ll Do:
🐾 Provide top-notch care for animals.
🐾 Support rehabilitation efforts and monitor animal health progress.
🐾 Assist with community outreach and client education.
🐾 Work with an amazing, compassionate team making a real difference!

What You Need:
✔️ A relevant AHT qualification
✔️ Registration with the SAVC
✔️ Experience in a veterinary or animal welfare setting
✔️ A passion for animals and people

Why Join Us?
💙 Work in a supportive environment dedicated to animal welfare
💙 Hands-on experience making a real impact

How to Apply:
📧 Send your CV and cover letter to [email protected]

Don’t miss this chance to help animals and communities thrive. Tag a friend who’d be perfect for this role or apply today! 🐾

🛒 Shop Online & Support Our Cause—for FREE! 🐾Did you know you can donate to the Society for Animals in Distress without ...
15/01/2025

🛒 Shop Online & Support Our Cause—for FREE! 🐾

Did you know you can donate to the Society for Animals in Distress without spending an extra cent? It’s easy—just shop online through shopdonation.co.za/said !

Major webshops like Loot, CottonOn, and NetFlorist are part of this amazing initiative. You’ll shop as usual at your favorite stores, but by accessing them via our link, a free donation will automatically go to our cause.

💡 How it works:
1️⃣ Visit shopdonation.co.za/said
2️⃣ Shop as usual.
3️⃣ With every purchase, you donate to us—at no extra cost to you!

Start shopping and make a difference today! 🛍️✨

📚 Calling All Book Enthusiasts! 📚Do you enjoy organizing, sorting, and discovering hidden literary treasures? Your skill...
15/01/2025

📚 Calling All Book Enthusiasts! 📚

Do you enjoy organizing, sorting, and discovering hidden literary treasures? Your skills can help make a difference!

SAID is looking for book volunteers to assist us with sorting and pricing donated books.

Here’s your chance to:
🌟 Explore a wide variety of books
🌟 Connect with fellow book lovers
🌟 Support a meaningful cause that helps animals in need

📩 Interested? Please contact Sally at [email protected] to join the team.

With every sock you buy, you’re not just treating your feet—you’re saving a life. 🐶🐱 All profits go directly to the anim...
13/01/2025

With every sock you buy, you’re not just treating your feet—you’re saving a life. 🐶🐱 All profits go directly to the animals in need, ensuring they get the care and love they deserve. Thank you for making a difference! 💖

Full tummies is all we need. Please donate tinned dog food.Drop them off at our centre, and spread some love today! 🐕💛 ...
11/01/2025

Full tummies is all we need. Please donate tinned dog food.

Drop them off at our centre, and spread some love today! 🐕💛

Step into comfort and make a difference! 🧦💖Every pair of socks you buy from our barn shop directly supports the animals ...
06/01/2025

Step into comfort and make a difference! 🧦💖

Every pair of socks you buy from our barn shop directly supports the animals we rescue and care for. Your purchase gives them the love and care they deserve.

Together, we can create a brighter future for these furry souls in need. 🐾✨

We’re running low on tinned food! 🐕🥫Our shelter pups need you! We’re in urgent need of tinned food for both adult dogs a...
04/01/2025

We’re running low on tinned food! 🐕🥫

Our shelter pups need you! We’re in urgent need of tinned food for both adult dogs and puppies. Your donation, big or small, will make a huge impact in ensuring these sweet souls are well-fed and cared for.

💛 Can you help?

Happy New Year! 🎉 May 2025 bring you endless joy, new beginnings, and unforgettable moments. Here’s to fresh starts, big...
01/01/2025

Happy New Year! 🎉 May 2025 bring you endless joy, new beginnings, and unforgettable moments. Here’s to fresh starts, big dreams, and embracing every opportunity that comes your way. Cheers to a year full of love, laughter, and growth! 🥂✨

Make our tails wag with a simple donation of collars, leashes and pet carriers.Drop them off at our centre, and spread s...
27/12/2024

Make our tails wag with a simple donation of collars, leashes and pet carriers.

Drop them off at our centre, and spread some love today! 🐕💛

On this Day of Goodwill, let's spread kindness, compassion, and love to everyone around us—two-legged and four-legged al...
25/12/2024

On this Day of Goodwill, let's spread kindness, compassion, and love to everyone around us—two-legged and four-legged alike. 🌍❤️ Whether it’s a smile, a helping hand, or a little extra love for our furry friends, every act of goodwill makes the world a better place. 💫🐾

Address

Anton Hartmann Street, Vorna Valley
Midrand
1686

Opening Hours

Monday 07:00 - 16:00
Tuesday 07:00 - 16:00
Wednesday 07:00 - 16:00
Thursday 07:00 - 16:00
Friday 07:00 - 16:00
Saturday 08:00 - 16:00
Sunday 08:00 - 16:00

Telephone

+27836408825

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A merry Christmas from our cheeky donk, Zeus

In the heart of Ivory Park, our mobile unit came across something that looked like a mop... but it was moving. To our surprise, we found Snoopy, a lovable dog whose fur had become so severely matted that it weighed him down and caused him great discomfort, especially in the intense heat. 🐾💔 After speaking to Snoopy’s owner, who agreed to take responsibility and have Snoopy sterilised, we knew we couldn’t overlook the immediate need for grooming. That’s when we reached out to @The Dog Father Mobile Grooming who graciously stepped in to give Snoopy a full pampering session – free of charge! 🙏 Half a kilo of matted fur was removed, revealing a whole new Snoopy underneath! 🐶✨ Today, Snoopy is being sterilised and will soon return to his loving family. Our team will continue working closely with them, providing the necessary education and resources to ensure Snoopy never faces this condition again. This case highlights the vital role SAID plays in communities like Ivory Park. We're here to find and care for animals who need help but may go unnoticed. Thank you to everyone who supports our work – we cannot do it without you! https://animalsindistress.org.za/donate/

Help Cloe Heal – Your Support Can Make a Difference! Cloe, a sweet little Yorkie, recently faced a heartbreaking accident when she was run over by a car. With her tibia and fibula fractured, her loving family rushed her to SAID, desperate for help. Thanks to our dedicated team, Cloe underwent a two-hour surgery to plate and pin her broken bones. Now, she’s resting under our care, but her family cannot bear the cost of her medical expenses alone. The surgery costs have amounted to over R8 000.00, and Cloe’s family comes from a challenging background. They simply can’t afford to pay the full amount, and we couldn’t turn Cloe away. We need your help to give this brave pup the second chance she deserves. By donating, you can help Cloe recover fully, so she can run, play, and be reunited with her family without pain. Every bit of kindness counts, no matter how small. EFT Banking Details: Account Name: The Society for Animals in Distress Bank: First National Bank Branch code: 252105 Bank account number: 5147 0054 747 Reference: CLOE Please donate today, and let’s get Cloe back on her feet. Together, we can make a difference!

The Society for Animals in Distress - Driving Access to Veterinary Care Since 1958
The Society for Animals in Distress - Driving Access to Veterinary Care Since 1958

Welcome to the Society for Animals in Distress, where compassion meets action. For over 65 years, our mission has been to alleviate suffering and uplift the lives of animals and their communities. Nestled in the heart of Midrand, our state-of-the-art facilities and dedicated mobile clinics offer vital veterinary care, education, and sustainable development programs. Join us in our journey of hope and healing, as we work tirelessly to bridge the gap between wealth and want, ensuring every animal receives the love and care they deserve. Together, we can make a difference. Together, we can change lives.

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‘Driving access to veterinary care’. The Society for Animals in Distress, although the name may suggest it, is far from an animal shelter and actually an established veterinary care provider that has been serving South Africa’s rural, impoverished (indigent) population for over 60 years. More commonly referred to as SAID. Annually we provide 100 thousand veterinary treatments and educate some 74 thousand people on responsible animal care to empower communities. Our hospital not only provides access to veterinary care via our mobile clinic services, but is also instrumental in the post-graduate sphere of veterinary care for rural, black animal health technicians through offering graduate internships, graduate programmes, employment and increasing their scope of management, business and technical expertise to further their economic and social impact on the country. SAID gives back in capacitating other animal welfare organizations with our skills, expertise, and experience. Our operational methods are geared towards sustainability which is illustrated by our commitment to community-based skills and business development. In terms of Clause 3.2 of Code 700 of the Codes of Good Practice, all contributions made by entities to The Society for Animals in Distress may be included as Socio-Economic Development contributions by such entities. Seventy-five percent of the value of the benefits of SAID accrues to natural persons who are Black people. The Society for Animals in Distress has less than 51% black ownership and therefore offers Level Four B-BBEE procurement recognition. In terms of the revised B-BBEE Codes of Good Practice No 36928, SAID is categorised as an entity with an annual revenue less than R10 million and is, therefore an Exempt Micro Enterprise (EME).