Phalaborwa SPCA

02/04/2025

BREAKING NEWS: NSPCA finds shocking evidence of cruelty and neglect at notorious predator facility near Klerksdorp, North West province, South Africa.

During a pro-active follow up inspection in January 2025 by the NSPCA at a large-scale tiger breeding facility, inspectors uncovered a scene of unimaginable suffering and neglect. This exposes once again the grim reality behind South Africa’s commercial captive predator industry.

A tiger found wounded during a previous inspection had resorted to self-mutilation to an unimaginable extent. She was unable to walk and struggled to eat her food. The NSPCA had no choice but to humanely euthanise her.

The NSPCA states “the extent of her suffering did not happen overnight – it would have taken several days for her condition to deteriorate this severely. And yet, the facility’s owners did nothing to intervene.”

When the NSPCA Wildlife Protection Unit attempted to remove the carcass for veterinary examination, the owner refused – callously stating, “That’s money”.

Read the full article here: https://nspca.co.za/nspca-finds-shocking-cruelty-at-notorious-predator-facility/

Image Credit: NSPCA - National Council of SPCAs

02/04/2025

🗣️In this episode of NSPCA Today, we take you inside the investigation into the brutal killing of Raygun, a beloved baboon whose case has captured national attention. We speak with Chief Inspector Douglas Wolhuter, Manager of the NSPCA’s Wildlife Protection Unit, who led the investigation.🔎

We uncover the challenges faced, from evidence tampering to community reluctance, and discuss the crucial role of public support in the fight for justice. What happens next in the legal process⚖️? And what does this case mean for the future of wildlife protection in South Africa?🇿🇦

📻Tune in to hear the full story - and find out how you can support the NSPCA’s vital work.

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➡️ Visit our website: https://nspca.co.za/inside-the-investigation-justice-for-raygun/

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02/04/2025

The NSPCA has successfully countered legal manoeuvres by the defence in the ongoing animal cruelty case against the Vrede Integrated Farming Trust (formerly Estina Dairy Farm). The accused, facing charges under the Animals Protection Act (APA) 71 of 1962, attempted to evade criminal liability by arg...

01/04/2025

Our Special Projects Unit (SPU) has a diverse portfolio that includes regular inspections at borders to ensure that the welfare of working dogs is prioritised. 🐾🐕

🔎SPU Inspectors check and monitor the conditions under which the dogs work to make sure they are handled gently and are not pushed beyond their limits. 💪

These incredible animals serve with loyalty and courage 🐕, and our Inspectors make it their mission to safeguard them every step of the way.💙

Recently, Senior Inspector Moseki and Inspector Lebethe conducted an inspection at the Nakop border in the Northern Cape. There, they carefully observed the working dogs in action, engaging with handlers and border officials to reinforce the importance of humane treatment of the dogs in line with the Animals Protection Act 71 of 1962.⚖️

🤝Your support helps us continue this vital mission across all ports of entry, ensuring every working animal receives the care, dignity, and protection they deserve.✨

➡️If you'd like to support our SPU Inspectors, please consider donating here: https://nspca.co.za/adopt-a-project/border-initiative/

We can only do what we do because of you!💙

30/03/2025

We hope you haven't forgotten about our exciting new WhatsApp Channel 😉.

Just in case you have, this is a gentle reminder that the NSPCA is now on WhatsApp. Join our Channel to keep up-to-date with our work in animal welfare.🐾

👉 Follow our official WhatsApp channel here: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb3Gy24Fi8xkJhHji70Y

Join us today!💙

30/03/2025

🌍 Happy Human Rights Day! 🇿🇦

Today, as South Africa reflects on the fundamental rights and freedoms of all people, let’s extend that same spirit of justice and dignity to animals.

Rights come with responsibilities. Let’s choose compassion. Let’s choose action. Let’s create a world where no being is left behind.

30/03/2025

30/03/2025

30/03/2025

There is always a choice for a more compassionate and kinder way. 💙

In the past, research and education used animal models to teach and learn. 🥼With today's incredible advancements in technology, we no longer have to rely on causing harm to animals to learn.🔬

✨Humane alternatives like interactive tools, computer simulations, and life-like models bring anatomy and biological complexes to life in a kinder and often more effective way than traditional animal-based methods.🐾

One of the greatest benefits of humane and ethical alternatives is that students can practice over and over again until they fully grasp a concept, all without the irreversible loss of a living being.🙌

💪We stand firmly in our belief that no animal should be harmed for classroom dissections.

💙Compassion and knowledge can go hand in hand.🤝

➡️Please consider supporting the critical work our Animal Ethics Unit does by clicking on this link to donate: 🔗https://nspca.co.za/adopt-a-project/animals-in-science/

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30/03/2025

🗣️In this episode of NSPCA Today, we talk aquaculture 🐟

On World Day for the End of Fishing and Fish Farming (29 March), we shine a light on the overlooked suffering of fish in South Africa’s aquaculture industry 🐟. While fish feel pain, weak regulations and poor management allow millions to endure cruelty in silence 🚫. The NSPCA’s Farm Animal Protection Unit has uncovered shocking welfare violations at fish farms, exposing the urgent need for change.‼️

🔊Join us as we reveal the hidden realities of aquaculture, discuss our latest investigations, and explore how consumers can demand better welfare standards.

👂Tune in to uncover the truth about fish farming and how you can help. There are two ways to listen to our podcasts.
➡️ Follow our channel on Spotify: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/bvY7Bh3ksRb
➡️ Visit our website: https://nspca.co.za/aquaculture-the-overlooked-suffering

You can also read the full story here: https://nspca.co.za/the-nspca-talks-aquaculture-the-overlooked-suffering/

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30/03/2025

Welcome to the NSPCA’s Week in Review! The NSPCA remains relentless in its fight against animal cruelty, exposing shocking neglect at a notorious predator facility, seeking justice for Raygun the baboon, and uncovering illegal gambling linked to cockfighting. We also shine a light on the often-ove...

25/03/2025

🐾 We are hiring - SPCA PHALABORWA 🐾

Position available: Kennel Assistant / Driver

Requirements:
- VALID South African driver’s licence
- Be of sober habits and presentable
- Experience working with animals would be an advantage
- Have the ability to communicate in English and Afrikaans (oral and written).
- A third local language would be an advantage
- Maintain a high standard of ethics and discretion regarding sensitive information
- Must be prepared to work irregular hours (overtime/weekends/standby/evenings)
- Must be prepared to sleep in on the SPCA property. Due to sleep in requirements this position is suitable for a male candidate.
- Must have Police Clearance or be prepared to obtain such
- No criminal record
- Be able to follow instructions which may include other duties, reasonably required of you
- Have the ability to work independently as well as within a team
- Must be able to assist with the public when required to do so
- Accompany and assist with call-outs when required to do so
- Carry out general maintenance including maintaining the garden and surrounds on a daily basis
- Be available for and undergo continous training in order to improve your work performance
- Treat animals humanely, with compassion and concern both on and off duty
- Cleaning and disinfecting of all buildings and kennels on a daily basis
- Feeding of all animals on a daily basis
- Have a commitment towards the values of the NSPCA and SPCA as the work for the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is done within our Rules and Regulations

Please email a copy of CV to : [email protected]

Please note that NO calls, comments, messenger or WhatsApp messages will be attended to.

Only apply for the position if you qualify in the requirements as mentioned for the position.

Closing date for applications is end of business on 31 March 2025

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

19/03/2025

Though we dream of a world where all animals do not suffer and all animals have loving homes, we need to realize at some point that this is far from reality. It's so easy to criticize the SPCA for doing the work nobody else is prepared to do.

Yes, unfortunately this includes euthanasia to keep an animal save from any prolonged suffering, rejection or heartache. All those animals WILL feel loved until their last breath, even if it's love that they experience for the very first time in their lives by the very same person who has to help them cross the rainbow bridge!

So next time, please think of animals that are suffering under the very hands of humans who is supposed to love them and keep them save and that there will never be enough responsible owners to home ALL the animals to.

Please, be careful about criticism against the SPCA who serves to protect all animals, even if you don't agree in the manner it is done 🐾

19/03/2025

Dear

We are in need of cat litter, dog and cat food.

We appreciate your generous and ongoing support.

If you wish to donate via EFT herewith our banking details:

FIRST NATIONAL BANK
Acc Name: SPCA PHALABORWA
Acc no: 53314273532
Branch code: 270452
Proof of payment to: [email protected]

Thank you kindly
Stay blessed 🐾

19/03/2025

Turning away vulnerable animals does not spare them from suffering - it condemns them to an even worse fate. In a recent case, a surrendered dog who was turned away from an NPO was later found tied to a tree without food, water, or shelter. When animals are refused by welfare organisations or left t...