Vryheid SPCA adoption fees increase
Adopting a pet from the SPCA means that you do not pay for the animal itself, but only for a percentage of what it costs to have it sterilized, vaccinated and dewormed.
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“Petting, scratching, and cuddling a dog could be as soothing to the mind and heart as deep meditation and almost as good for the soul as prayer.”— Dean Koontz
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Vryheid SPCA has several cats and dogs available for adoption. Adopting a pet from the SPCA means that you do not pay for the animal itself, but only for a percentage of what it costs to have it sterilized, vaccinated and dewormed.
Inevitable increases in veterinary service fees, necessitated a rise in the adoption fees.
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“The increase may seem drastic, but our fees remained static for several years,” stated Natalie Meyer, Vryheid SPCA’s Treasurer, on social media. “In comparison with buying a pet and having it sterilized and innoculated privately, you will find our prices are still very low.”
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From June 1, the adoption fees are as follows:
- Small female dog (eg Yorky or Jack Russell ) R950,
- Medium female dog (eg Sheep dog, Staffie) R1000,
- Large female dog (eg German Shepherd) R1050,
- Extra large female dog (eg Great Dane) R1340,
- Small male dog R620,
- Medium male dog R680,
- Large male dog R720,
- Extra large male dog R820,
- Female cat R680 and
- Male cat R420.
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Adoption fees for poultry, farm animals and fish will be published at a later date.
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A donation of R60 will be appreciated when taking animals to the SPCA to be euthanised.
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