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Cape Town storm: About 30 animals in distress across the city rescued amid heavy downpours
Several animals have been rescued amidst heavy rain in parts of Cape Town. Dogs, cats, rabbits and cattle are among the animals rescued since Wednesday. The Animal Welfare Society said six puppies died during the inclement weather. Dogs, cats, rabbits and cattle were among about 30 distressed animals the Cape of Good Hope SPCA and Animal Welfare Society (AWS) rescued amid heavy downpours on the Cape Flats. And the SPCA anticipates more rescues as the cold, wet weather persists over the weekend. AWS spokesperson Allan Perrins said teams managed to rescue several dogs, including puppies, and rabbits from drowning and dying from hypothermia on Thursday evening. 'We focused on a number of low-lying informal settlements on the Cape Flats with a focus on Pine Acre Farm informal settlement, that is behind the Ottery cemetery, and Kampies opposite the Philippi SAPS station. 'Things were quite hectic and a lot of the animals were in serious need of shelter and food and the necessary help to nurse them to good health in this cold weather,' he said. LIVE | Cape Town braces for more rain amid additional weather warning According to Perrins, the Pine Acre Farm community comprises around 80 corrugated iron shacks. The area was flooded when AWS arrived. Perrins said: We also discovered a litter of seven tiny puppies. Six, unfortunately, either drowned or succumbed to the elements of the cold weather. We, however, managed to resuscitate and save one of the litter. SPCA spokesperson Belinda Abraham said the organisation would continue to liaise with the City of Cape Town's Disaster Risk Management Centre to ensure that the SPCA could respond to any crises as efficiently as possible. 'We have moved farm animals to higher ground and actively sought out animals exposed to the elements and those living on chains, who will have no chance of escape should flooding escalate. 'We're also actively monitoring canals close to informal farming areas,' Abraham added. She said teams would remain on high alert as wet weather conditions persist. 'If flooding escalates, wildlife may also be displaced, we generally see porcupines flooded from their storm water drain homes or snakes flooded from their dens and baby birds blown from their nests, so we're keeping an eye out for that as well,' she added. Meanwhile, the Mdzananda Animal Clinic in Khayelitsha said the torrential rains had left parts of the area submerged, with animals fending for themselves. 'Homes are knee-deep in floodwater, and countless pets have been left stranded, shivering, and vulnerable to the elements,' said spokesperson Marcelle du Plessis. She said the organisation's field team had been working around the clock, wading through flooded streets to find and help animals in distress. 'We've found dogs chained in the rain, cats soaked and hiding under rubble, and families doing their best to protect their beloved pets with the little they have,' she added. The clinic is appealing to the public for emergency donations to fund the ongoing rescue and relief efforts. In addition to rescuing animals, the team is distributing food parcels, blankets, and kennels to pet owners in need. 'We will continue patrolling during the storm and throughout the winter. We will not let any pet be forgotten,' Du Plessis added.
Yahoo
01-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Dog lovers: Here's what's happening at Bark in the Park this year
The Animal Welfare Society is hosting its annual Bark in the Park event on Saturday, June 7. According to a community announcement, the event will take place at Jefferson Memorial Park on Forrest Avenue in Charles Town, West Virginia, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., with registration starting at 9:30 a.m. This year marks the 73rd anniversary of the society and the 17th annual Bark in the Park fundraiser. Participants and their dogs can enjoy a variety of activities, including a Blessing of the Animals, an Interactive Dog Walk, and canine demonstrations. Games such as the Biscuit Walk and the Puppachino Challenge will also be featured. Canine contests will include Best Kisser, Best Tail Wagger, Best Vocalist, Best Trick and Best Dressed. 3 Dog Farm will provide a Lure Course for dogs to enjoy. Vendors will be present, including dog rescues and those selling handmade crafts. Food options will include hot dogs and snacks. A $10 donation per dog is required for registration, which includes a doggy bandana and a 'wag' bag. Dogs must be current on vaccinations to participate. For more information, go to the AWS website at or email Jane Tarner at jst107@ This event aims to benefit homeless pets at the Animal Welfare Society shelter. This story was created by Janis Reeser, jreeser@ with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at or share your thoughts at with our News Automation and AI team. The Herald-Mail is growing its local news: Send your news to us This article originally appeared on The Herald-Mail: Animal Welfare Society Bark in the Park event in Charles Town, June 7
