Johannesburg SPCA rescues young animals found in bag and dustbin
Hazel and Greta are recovering at the Johannesburg SPCA after being found abandoned under horrific circumstances.
Two young animals, Hazel and Greta, are safe, growing stronger and discovering life surrounded by kindness at the Johannesburg SPCA.
Hazel’s remarkable progress
Hazel first came into the care of the organisation after being found inside a plastic bag. Today, she is a very different little girl.
She is eating her caregivers out of house and home, growing stronger, playing, exploring, and becoming increasingly naughty. She is now enjoying her milk, has started eating grass and is developing into a happy, playful youngster, having also gained a friend along the way.
A new friend named Greta
At about 01:00 on Saturday, the Johannesburg SPCA Inspectorate received a call from SAPS about another young animal needing help.
Greta had been found inside a dustbin, with her legs bound and her mouth tied closed. SAPS brought Greta to the Booysens property, where she could be placed somewhere safe and receive the care she needed.
Despite the difficult circumstances in which both were found, their story is changing. Hazel and Greta have become firm friends.
The two spend their days playing, exploring and keeping each other company. Their friendship has brought a wonderful sense of joy to their recovery, and they are beginning to experience safety and happiness.
They have even made friends with Charlie, the resident cat, who has welcomed them into his circle.
Care when they need it most
Stories like Hazel and Greta’s are a reminder of why the work of the SPCA matters. When animals are found vulnerable, frightened or unable to protect themselves, they need someone to step forward.
The team works every day to provide animals in need with shelter, nourishment, veterinary care, protection and the opportunity to heal. For Hazel and Greta, that journey has already begun.
From a plastic bag and a dustbin, they now have full bellies, safe surroundings, a new friendship and people who care about what happens to them.
Help the SPCA care for animals
Providing care for vulnerable animals requires ongoing support. Food, veterinary treatment, medication, shelter and daily care all come at a cost.
Members of the public who would like to contribute towards Hazel and Greta’s care can contact the Johannesburg SPCA on pr@jhbspca.co.za or 011 681 3600.
