The process of adopting – what breeds are found at the SPCA

The SPCA Tshwane recently took in two Vizsla dogs – a mother and her pup, who were quickly adopted by a loving owner with a soft spot for the breed.

The SPCA explained to Rekord what the adoption process is like for pure- and mixed breeds.

“It was evident that the two females were well-trained, well-mannered and well-bred. They are companion and family dogs. It’s no secret that many people prefer purebred dogs, so we suspected that the mom and pup duo would be noticed quickly,” says SPCA Tshwane spokesperson Elsa Daniels.

“It was important to place these dogs with people who know and understand the breed.”

After some enquiries, it was found that the mother dog was KUSA registered and was imported from Hungary about eight years ago, at a price of around R60 000.

Both dogs were adopted by a man who had recently lost his male Vizsla to cancer, and has since peacefully settled into their new life, with their new loving owner.

“The SPCA Tshwane would like to inform the public that we take in all animals – from cross breeds to purebreds. Please visit the society first, before you search elsewhere for a pet to adopt. Adoption fee for pets includes microchips, vaccinations and sterilisations,” Daniels concludes.

The costs are as follows:

– Adult dogs older than six months – R748.00.

– Puppies up to six months – R889.00.

– Adult cats older than six months – R546.00

– Kittens up to six months – R 889.00.

To adopt any animal from the SPCA, you’re required to:

– Visit the desired Tshwane SPCA branch to select the animal you are interested in adopting. Fill out the paperwork.

– To start the adoption process, an administrative deposit of R250 is payable. This goes towards fuel consumption for home visits.

– After a home visit is concluded and approved, the animal will be medically assessed, micro-chipped and sterilised before it goes to its new home.

– The process takes about five to seven days, after which the owner can collect the animal and take it home.

The general procedure followed is:

– When an animal is brought in to the facility, it is medically assessed, checked for a micro-chip and safely housed in the “stray kennel”.

– The animal is kept in this part of the kennel for seven days in case someone comes in to claim it.

– After seven days without being claimed, the animal is moved to the adoption kennels, where it officially becomes the SPCA’s duty to look for a new home.

– Depending on the well-being of the animal, it can be swapped or moved to the Centurion branch, where it would also be put up for adoption.

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