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RANDBURG – The SPCA takes to Diepsloot and the Joy Dogs visit Ann Harding Cheshire Home.

David Reese enjoys being visited by the dogs.
David Reese enjoys being visited by the dogs.
Manager of the Ann Harding Cheshire Home Mandla Mhlanga  can't wait to touch the dogs.
Manager of the Ann Harding Cheshire Home Mandla Mhlanga can’t wait to touch the dogs.

 

Diepsloot resident Caroline Kwemba and her dog Max also received a generous dog food donation from SPCA Randburg.
Diepsloot resident Caroline Kwemba and her dog Max also received a generous dog food donation from SPCA Randburg.

 

Michelle van Namen loves stroking the dogs.
Michelle van Namen loves stroking the dogs.

 

Many pet owners gratefully receive pet food from SPCA Randburg.
Many pet owners gratefully receive pet food from SPCA Randburg.

 

Danielle Cassutto, also a resident at the home, finds the dogs delightful.
Danielle Cassutto, also a resident at the home, finds the dogs delightful.
Inspector Jessica Long hands dog food to pet owners in Diepsloot.
Inspector Jessica Long hands dog food to pet owners in Diepsloot.
Sue Green visits the Ann Harding Cheshire Home in Northwold with her Joy Dogs, pictured here with resident Kristel Gilles.
Sue Green visits the Ann Harding Cheshire Home in Northwold with her Joy Dogs, pictured here with resident Kristel Gilles.

 

Although it was fantastic to see how many people took part in the 67 minutes initiative for Mandela Day, 18 July, it also pays to remember those who devote every working day to their communities.

Randburg SPCA inspectors Benjamin Sithole, Debbie Kegel and Jessica Long took to the streets of Diepsloot with animal activist Irene McKenzie Fraser to hand out dog and cat food, parasite control and find animals in need.

These visits to the informal settlements happen regularly, and have saved countless animal lives. The Randburg SPCA staff members work tirelessly to defend the rights and welfare of animals – day in and day out.

Another fun and inspiring way to spend Mandela Day with other animal lovers took place at the Ann Harding Cheshire Home for the physically disabled in Northwold.

Sue Green brought her amazing Joy Dogs to visit the residents of the home, much to their delight. Jazmine, Oscar and Yola put big smiles on the residents’ faces, and even got to lick a cheek or two while going around and sharing hugs with everyone.

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