Animal sanctuary needs help for abandoned pets
4 Paws and a Tale Rescue is caring for 54 dogs and eight cats while feeding hundreds of dogs in surrounding areas.
Scottburgh-based animal sanctuary, 4 Paws and a Tale Rescue, desperately needs donations after being inundated with more abandoned puppies and kittens needing food, medical attention, and more.
The organisation’s Nicky Koekemoer said she is currently caring for 54 dogs and eight cats while feeding hundreds of dogs in the surrounding areas.
However, another batch of puppies in need has just come in.
Koekemoer added animals in need cannot be turned away. It now means the sanctuary has to be extended to accommodate the growing numbers.
“We are calling for donations of building blocks (not bricks) to extend our wall, giving more space for our beloved pups to run free,” she said.
She added that the running cost of the sanctuary, as well as their outreach programme, runs into the thousands of rands as food, sterilisation and medical costs all have to be covered.
She said the organisation is wholly reliant on outside donations and community support, and the need continues to grow.
Speaking about how the public can help, Koekemoer said: “Fund or donate building blocks which can be dropped off at the Umzinto sanctuary. Donate dog and cat food, blankets, kennels, or tick and flea medication. Support the Tale End Charity Shop in Thira Village, 142 Scott Street, Scottburgh. Adopt a pet or donate cash to support sterilisations, food programmes and running costs.”
For years, Koekermoer and her team of volunteers have cared for abused and neglected strays, fought to prevent animal abuse, and re-homed dogs and cats to forever homes.
Realising her dream, Nicky now has an animal shelter at her farm, but it has reached maximum capacity.
For more on 4 Paws and a Tale Rescue, contact 084 6265508 or email koekemoernicky4paws@gmail.com.
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