The Springs SPCA rescued three dogs, two Rottweilers and a Jack Russell, after they became trapped inside a deep, disused concrete reservoir in Delmas.

According to Springs SPCA manager Annecia le Roux, the organisation received an urgent call from a concerned community member reporting that animals were stuck inside a deep water structure.

The reservoir was lined with plastic, filled with stagnant water and had steep walls which prevented the dogs from climbing out on their own.

Le Roux said the rescue was difficult because of the high slippery vertical walls, lack of footing, and water and sludge at the bottom of the reservoir.

She added that the size of the two Rottweilers also made manoeuvering and safely lifting the dogs out a physical challenge.

“Robyn Schroeder was lowered into the reservoir while maintaining a calm and reassuring composure to prevent the dogs from becoming distressed.

“Once at the bottom she assessed each animal before securing them individually with a dog leash,” Le Roux said.

The ground crew then coordinated with Robyn from the top and hoisted her and each dog to safety once they had been secured.

Le Roux said the dogs were severely exhausted and moderately dehydrated when they were rescued, but none had critical or life-threatening injuries. Unfortunately, the Jack Russell later passed away from biliary

She confirmed that the Jack Russell’s death was unrelated to the time it spent trapped inside the reservoir.

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“The Jack Russell passed away from biliary, also known as tick-bite fever. The two Rottweilers have since shown an extraordinary bond and rely on each other for comfort,” she said.

Le Roux added that both dogs will be adopted together.

“They exhibit gentle, affectionate temperaments and have demonstrated an extraordinary, bonded relationship,” she said.

The SPCA is now looking for a suitable home for the two dogs.

Le Roux said the ideal home would be one where the owners have extensive knowledge of the Rottweiler breed and are able to handle two large dogs.

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“The property should also be spacious and securely fenced with high walls or gates to ensure the dogs remain safe.

“They would be best suited to a quiet and loving household that can provide them with sufficient daily exercise and attention. The home must also have no cats,” she explained.

Anyone interested in adopting will undergo a mandatory home check and pre-inspection while anyone adopting the dogs will have to agree that they remain together.

The standard adoption fee covers sterilisation, microchipping, deworming and vaccinations.