AS ISIPINGO Pet Rescue’s dog food stocks were depleting, the non-profit organisation took to the streets for a dog food drive.

Organisation founder Nirvana Ramlall said that Isipingo Pet Rescue volunteers often use their own resources to help and rescue furry friends in need. She was elated that in its time of need, community members assisted the organisation.

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“I had volunteers come through and help me, and they stood in the sun with me for three hours. Our biggest donor was Mowbeth Scrap Metals, which donated over 400kg of dog food. I am so grateful to all the donors on the day, as well as the volunteers. We were having a very hard time as we had to feed our dogs rice and gravy to keep them going. This food drive helped us out tremendously; at least for the next two months we can use our energy towards fundraising. After losing my Facebook page, I feel invisible online right now and because of this, we have lost a lot of support. Having these food drives is very valuable. Right now, Isipingo Pet Rescue is in dire need of such community support to keep doing the work we do,” said Ramlall.

To assist Isipingo Pet Rescue donations can be made into the following account:

Bank name: Nedbank

Account holder: Pet Rescue Isipingo NPC

Account number:  1251 3373 76

Swift key: NEDSZAJJ

Reference : Vet bills

Donations made to the rescue account are eligible for a section 18A tax exemption certificate. For more information or to send proof of payment, contact Ramlall on 062 633 0544.

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