SPCA reaches out to Daggafontein pet owners

Springs SPCA served the community of Daggafontein on Saturday.

“This is our monthly outreach in the informal settlements of Springs. We try and reach as many people as possible to see what animals need assistance,” said Annecia Morton, society manager and inspector.
The team dewormed and provided flea and tick treatment. The pets received new collars, drinking bowls and food.
“We would love to do more for them. And we will when we get more donations,” added Beverly Borchers, a volunteer.
Borchers said they have a great need for leashes.
Many of the dog owners used chains and other materials around the dogs’ necks, which may cause abrasions.

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Hendrik Ditshego, SPCA field officer, said the community needs to be educated more about common diseases that can affect their pets.
“A lot of the female dogs are not sterilised. Many owners did not understand that the more a dog gives birth, the more the chance of it getting mammary tumours,” he explained.
According to Ditshego, most female dogs can give birth twice every year.
“If they cannot afford to have their pets sterilised, they can hand them over to the SPCA.
“It is better for the dog’s health. I encourage most people to keep males dogs instead,” he added.
The team will continue with the outreach project in different communities in and around Springs.

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