SPCA battles load shedding

Last week, Midrand SPCA battled load shedding, wet weather and food shortages.

Manager Elsje Naicker said the in-house vet had to cancel a castration operation due to load shedding and the phone lines were down, making it challenging for the public to contact the SPCA in case of animal-related emergencies.

Naicker said that, if their phone lines were down, the public should rather contact the inspectors on their cellphones or send a message via the SPCA Facebook page.

Naicker also appealed to the public to donate blankets for the animals as well as pet food.

Pet food for small breeds is especially needed.

Details: Midrand SPCA inspectors, 083 441 1564 or 083 441 1565 or visit the Facebook page, Midrand SPCA.