Midrand SPCA drives a successful outreach day in Ivory Park

The Midrand SPCA organised an outreach day in Ivory Park, leaving behind paw prints of compassion and hope.

The outreach in mid-May saw more than 200 animals receive rabies vaccines, deworming, and on-site treatments, and their owners were given food bowls, beds, and treats for their pets.

The palpable sense of care and compassion filled the air, creating a lasting impact on all those present.

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Among the numerous services provided, a notable highlight was the booking of 19 animals for sterilisation. The successful completion of the first two outreach sterilisations in early June marked a significant milestone in the journey towards creating a healthier and more sustainable environment for these furry companions.

Pam Pretorius, the dedicated general manager of Midrand SPCA, shared insights from the outreach day, emphasising the removal of chains and ropes from the animals, replacing them with collars and leashes, symbolising newfound freedom and care.

The success of the outreach day was not a solo effort but a collaborative achievement thanks to the invaluable contributions of sponsors, donors, volunteers, the SPCA team, and every individual who lent a helping hand.

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Pretorius conveyed sincere gratitude to all those who supported the cause, highlighting the essence of unity in bringing about positive change in the community.

“Driving outreaches is also a community effort as the biggest need is funding to support sterilisation campaigns in areas where owners are unable to afford these,” she explained.

“There were many requests for our assistance to help sterilise animals, but our SPCA does not have the financial means to fund this on our own. With financial support from the general public, we can do outreach, educational drives and sterilisation campaigns to curb the uncontrolled breeding that happens in these areas where assistance is so greatly needed.”

As the Midrand SPCA team prepares to continue their door-to-door outreaches and follow-ups, the spirit of compassion and dedication that permeated this outreach day served as a beacon of hope for a future where every animal is cared for and cherished.

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