JSPCA : Honey looking for a home
“The amazing thing is that after all she went through, she was one the friendliest dogs. We called her Honey because she is just so sweet.”
On July 28, Liana Marx from JSPCA said their inspectors found a dog lying on the side of the road.
“Upon arrival, we noticed this sweet, friendly Labrador; however, as our inspector got closer he noticed the dog had several injuries. “There were deep lacerations on her legs and thighs and the inspector rushed her back to the JSPCA for immediate medical attention, ” she said.
The JSPCA medical team cleaned her wounds and put her on pain medication.
“We cannot say for sure what happened to her as nobody has come forward to claim her. “The amazing thing is that after all she went through, she was one the friendliest dogs. We called her Honey because she is just so sweet.”
Now, Honey is desperate to find a loving home and up for adoption in the JSPCA kennels. Anyone interested in her can contact the kennels on 011 681 3600.
Some tips on what to do if you come across a stray dog:
• Always make your safety is a priority. Keep the dog’s safety in mind as well.
• When you spot a stray, remember a frightened dog can act unpredictably. It may become aggressive out of fear.
• If you feel unsure about approaching the dog, it is best to keep your distance and contact the SPCA to come and collect it.
• If the dog appears approachable, maintain caution and use your common sense.
• Check the dog for any identifying marks, such as ID tags, ear notches or scars from old injuries, which will help the dog to be identified by its owner.
• If you can, take the dog to a local vet and have it scanned for a microchip upon which the owner will be contacted.
• Take a picture of the dog and advertise on social media that a dog has been found and is at their local SPCA.
• By law, all stray dogs/cats should be handed to the SPCA.
• Once the owner is located, the SPCA will take necessary steps to ensure it is the rightful owner and they will be reunited.
• Remember, not every animal that ends up on the streets is due to the owner being at fault. Accidents happen and they can slip out of the gate before the owner notices they are gone.
• If you notice a stray dog and cannot bring it in, try and confine the animal and contact your local SPCA to come and collect it.
