Twice as many woes for SPCA
Media officer for the organisation, Stacey Wall said, “Today we are reminded how at risk we really are, as a puppy we sent for testing has come back positive for rabies."
While the world faces the coronavirus, the dedicated staff of SPCA Amanzimtoti tackles another major concern. Rabies. This comes after a puppy tested positive for rabies, which bumps the organisation’s collective cases up to 17 for this year. This is highly troublesome because a total of 16 cases was handled by the organisation, last year.
Media officer for the organisation, Stacey Wall said, “Today we are reminded how at risk we really are, as a puppy we sent for testing has tested positive for rabies. Spare a thought for our dedicated inspectors and field officer, who form part of essential services, and put their lives at risk daily to go out and attend to animal related emergencies during this time. Although our inspectors and field officer are most at risk, this is a risk all our staff members face daily. But the animals need us, and that is our priority.”
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Despite this, management and staff of the SPCA, thank all donors and sponsors who have assisted.
“Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your support and generosity during this time. So many businesses and individuals have come together to help raise the R150 000 we need to get through this lockdown without our sources of income,” she added.
To assist the organisation, use the following bank details, Amanzimtoti SPCA, First National Bank, current account, account no, 62807184552, branch code: 220127.
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