Sars strikes pose a threat to animals
The NSPCA will continue to monitor the situation
In a recent press release, the National Council of SPCAs (NSPCA) stated they have grave concerns regarding animals that may be affected by the strikes at the borders by South African Revenue Services (Sars) employees over wage disputes.
“The movement of animals through South Africa’s land ports is extensive,” explained national inspector and special projects unit manager of the NSPCA, Arno de Klerk.
“Species include wildlife, farm animals and domestic pets.
“Road transport presents its own animal welfare problems, which include long-distance travel, overcrowding and associated injuries.”
De Klerk said long delays at border posts compromise the welfare of animals even further.
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“Furthermore, there are working detection dogs that are used by Sars at the borders.”
The animal cruelty prevention society claims a communication was sent to the revenue service in which the NSPCA highlighted concerns regarding animal welfare during these strikes.
“Sars responded with reassurance that their detection dogs would be cared for.
“However, there was no mention of the animals being transported through the borders and this remains a concern.”
De Klerk said they are appealing to all livestock and animal transporters to take the welfare of their animals into consideration and to schedule their transportation accordingly.
“This is to ensure that their animals do not suffer from prolonged transportation.
“We call on members of the public to report any concerns that they may witness at the borders during these strikes.”
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