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SPORTING LEGEND: Michael Webb, known as the Pink Fairy, finishes another Comrades Marathon. Picture: SUPPLIED

Pink Fairy’s marathon effort raises R23k for Qonce SPCA

Michael Webb, affectionately known as the Pink Fairy, recently completed the Comrades Marathon to raise funds for animal welfare. He ran his 23rd consecutive marathon and raised R23,000 for the Qonce SPCA. For the past 11 years, Webb has…

DUE DILIGENCE: Make sure your pet will be safe if you give them up for adoption Picture: PIXABAY

The dangers of ‘free to a good home’

You’ve no doubt seen the posters before, either pinned to a shop noticeboard, taped to a window or posted on social media: a picture of a cute looking animal, usually a dog or a cat, above the words “free to a good home”. On the surface,…

Wiggle those hips in aid of animal welfare in East London

EVER fancied yourself as an exotic belly dancer? Well, here’s your chance to realise that dream! On May 30, a “Helping Hips” introductory session to belly dancing will not only get East London residents moving and grooving, but also raise…

WELCOME GIFT: The King William’s Town SPCA is most grateful to Corry Viera, who made these toys for pets for both the East London and King William’s Town SPCA Picture: SUPPLIED

Urgent need for pet adoptions, donations

THE King William’s Town SPCA kennels and cattery are full of animals in desperate need of adoption. Annette Rademeyer of the SPCA said this week that the animal welfare body would also be facing various challenges during the year. These…

A furry family in need of a home

AN UNUSUAL trio has created a special bond which proves that family is as real in the animal world as it is in the human sphere. Daisy, Luna and Sarge arrived at Pet Pals in East London over six months ago, when their family decided to…

Teaching pupils to care for animals

By Guy Rogers A new animal welfare education programme has been launched in Nelson Mandela Bay, driven by a five-year sponsorship support plan. The programme has been initiated by the Eastern Cape Agricultural Show Association (Ecasa),…

Say ‘I do’ to charity high tea

Wear wedding gown for ELAW EAST London Animal Welfare (ELAW) will be hosting a Bridal Nostalgia High Tea event in aid of the animal charity. “The day is about having a wonderful time for a wonderful cause. The event requires ladies to…