Neglected dogs removed
A number of dogs had to be put down after they were removed from a smallholding in Kameeldrift on Thursday. The animals were found to be in poor condition.
More than 30 neglected dogs were removed from a smallholding in Kameeldrift, north of Pretoria, on Thursday.
Tshwane SPCA spokesperson Korky Levanon said a warrant was obtained from the Cullinan Magistrate’s Court to enter the property of a dog breeder after complaints from residents about the condition of the animals on the premises.
“The Tshwane SPCA, accompanied by the NSPCA, found over 300 dogs, mainly Yorkshire terriers, being kept in poor and dirty conditions on the property. Some had tumours, rotten teeth and other medical conditions that urgently needed veterinary treatment,” said Levanon.
“There were also dogs kept in very small cages for breeding purposes.”
Levanon said the Tshwane SPCA confiscated more than 30 dogs from the breeder, who was registered with the Kennel Union of South Africa.
“In our opinion, the breeder in concern operates a backyard facility that is not compliant in terms of animal protection legislation. Sadly, 21 of the confiscated dogs had to be put down because of poor health. The other dogs are safely in the care of the Tshwane SPCA.”
Charges of animal cruelty under Animals Protection Act would be laid.
Levanon said the SPCA was opposed to the uncontrolled backyard breeding of animals.
“We urge the public to adopt animals from reputable animal organisations like the SPCA instead of buying animals from breeders.”
Tshwane SPCA chairperson Jaco Pieterse added: “Many people are not aware that very often the cute puppy bought over the internet or from a pet shop was born to an animal that had to endure such suffering and pain as was seen today.”
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