Phalaborwa SPCA

10/04/2025

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...

10/04/2025

🌍On World Health Day, we stand with the global call for healthier lives. This year, we're shining a light on a bigger picture of health: the deep interconnectedness of people, animals, and the environment. ✨

At the NSPCA, we believe real health includes the wellbeing of all living beings, our animal companions included. 🐾💙

🙌Preventing animal cruelty isn’t just about animals, it’s about creating a healthier, safer world for everyone.🤝

10/04/2025

🚨 A flood warning has been issued for communities living in low-lying areas around the Vaal River, including the Vaal Triangle, Parys, and regions downstream from the Bloemhof Dam.

With the Vaal Dam currently at 109.39%, and multiple sluice gates opened to manage the overflow, serious flooding is expected in farms and communities near the riverbanks.

We urge farmers and community members to protect animals that may be in danger due to rising water levels.

🐄🐕 IMPORTANT TIPS:
- Move livestock and domestic animals to higher ground as a priority. Floodwaters rise quickly and unpredictably.
- Check that dogs are not chained or confined in areas where they cannot escape rising water.
- If animals are housed in paddocks or pens near the river, relocate them.

Should evacuation be necessary, do not leave animals behind – their survival depends on your actions.

📢 See animals in distress or abandoned in flood-affected areas?

📍 Report them to your local SPCA (https://nspca.co.za/report-cruelty/ ) or call the NSPCA on 011 907 3590 immediately.

Let’s ensure that animals are not the forgotten victims of natural disasters. Your vigilance can save lives. 💙

10/04/2025

10/04/2025

📢Last year, we told the story of Transnet's dedication to the tortoises of the Western Cape. 🐢

Today, we'd like to applaud Transnet SOC Ltd for its continued commitment to animal welfare 🙌. As promised, Transnet has completed the modification of around 60km of railway line between Leeu-Gamka and Beaufort-West. 🚊

By creating small culverts along the line, Transnet has ensured that tortoises can safely cross tracks without getting trapped between the rails. ✨🙏

It is this kind of compassion for our wildlife that makes us proud to be joining forces with Transnet! 💙

➡️If you love success stories like these, please consider supporting our Wildlife Protection Unit by donating here: https://nspca.co.za/adopt-a-project/call-of-the-wild/

10/04/2025

10/04/2025

How humans treat animals matters to US who are working for the SPCA movement 🐾

10/04/2025

From the dusty roads of the Northern Cape to the rural villages of Limpopo, our Donkey Upliftment Team travels far and wide to bring relief to South Africa’s most overworked and under-protected animals.

But helping animals isn’t free. Just look at the costs:
🚛 Fuel per litre: R19.32
🐴 Bit: R236.00
🛡️ Cheek Protector: R41
🐎 Bridle & Bit: R650.90
🧰 Breastplate & Padding: R607.20
🧴 Tick Grease: R20 per donkey

Every item prevents suffering. Every visit makes a difference. ❤️ Every donation helps us reach another donkey in need.

👉 Donate today and stand up for South Africa’s silent workers: https://nspca.co.za/adopt-a-project/donkey-upliftment/

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.