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IN NEED OF A HOME: These cute kittens were two of the many animals rescued by the EL SPCA after the recent heavy stormsPicture: MATTHEW FIELD

Storm leaves SPCA low on supplies

The East London SPCA is running low on critical supplies after the recent storms resulted in a large influx of animals. General manager Andries Venter said that the SPCA was working with authorities to assist where they could. “We had a…

East London SPCA staff fired for animal cruelty, national office takes over local branch

The SPCA’s national office has stepped in to run East London SPCA after three local staff members were dismissed and charges were opened against them for the inhumane slaughter of an injured pet goose. The incident, which was captured on…

ANIMAL HELPERS: EL SPCA kennel manager Melanie Fraser, right, standing with general manager Sonja Slabbert during the construction of the cattery last yearPicture: MATTHEW FIELD

The journey to adopting a pet

Don’t shop, adopt is the unofficial motto at the East London SPCA and kennel manager Melanie Fraser says they take the adoption process very seriously. While the SPCA has plenty of animals looking for a home – including dogs, cats,…

COMING SOON: EL SPCA general manager Sonja Slabbert and kennel manager Melanie Fraser stand outside by the new cattery, which is still under constructionPicture: MATTHEW FIELD

EL SPCA funds running low

Last Sunday was World Animal Day, an international event meant to bring attention to the rights of animals. To celebrate the special occasion, the EL SPCA held an open day at their premises. “We tried to focus on adoptions this year, to…

IN THE PINK: The Pink Fairy and his assistants met at Table 58 in East London recently, preceding the annual Kwelera to Kei Mouth (K2K) mountain bike ride on November 23. Picture: SUPPLIED

Pink Fairy, assistants gear up for next K2K

The annual Kwelera to Kei Mouth (K2K) 70km mountain bike ride will take place on November 23 in a bid to raise funds for SPCA. Mike Webb, known affectionately as the Pink Fairy, will ride out together with a host of supporters for a fun…

FOR THE ANIMALS: From left, SPCA EL general manager Susan Holmes, Miss SPCA EL Jessica Bezuidenhout, SPCA management committee Shaun Petzer and Fundraiser Margaret Pautz. Picture: SUPPLIED

SPCA market, open day fun

The annual East London SPCA Open Day and Winter Market took place on Saturday at the organisation’s grounds in Amalinda. Various stallholders took part in the fun event, and some much-needed animal adoptions took place. Fundraiser…

WHAT A TEAM! The EL SPCA staff enjoyed a fun team-building exercise where they got to know each other better and bonded through various activitiesPicture: SUPPLIED

Barking-good day for EL SPCA team

There was much excitement and laughter at the East London SPCA last week as staff members took part in a special team-building day, courtesy of Level Ground Training Solutions. The fun activities were held on one of the open areas at on…

SPCA in need of public’s help

Dedicated professional people are needed who are able to commit time, effort and expertise to ensure the survival of the East London SPCA. The East London SPCA has been through a tumultuous time and needs strong leadership at the helm to…

PARK OFF FOR A CAUSE: The Captured Stance Crew held their inaugural SPCA Park Off at Hamiltons Club on Saturday. Picture: AMANDA NANO

Motoring fans roar to the aid of SPCA

Modified cars and chest-thumping sounds were on display at the inaugural SPCA Park Off held at the Hamiltons Sports Club in Selborne, East London last on Saturday. Low suspension, exquisite rims and some classic cars were on display as…

Number of lost pets increases

The festive season is finally over. Fun memories were made by some, but not by those who lost their furry family members friends during the holidays. Margaret Pautz, of East London SPCA, said on the SPCA social media page that 60 dogs and…

Show convenor Mike Webb, also known as the Pink Fairy, said the highlight of the day will be a parade of rescue dogs led by a SPCA vehicle .

Pink Fairy geared to raise funds for SPCAs

Mike Webb, affectionately known as the Pink Fairy, is looking to raise funds for both the King William’s Town and the East London SPCA. To do so, he will be taking part in the annual Kwelera to Kei (K2K) 70km Mountain Bike Race on…

FITNESS SPLASH: The East London leg of the Worldwide Aquathon took place at Virgin Active in Quigney on Saturday Picture: AMANDA NANO

Swimmers take part in Aquathon Day at gym

Enthusiastic swimmers took part in the annual Worldwide Aquathon Day at Virgin Active Gym in Quigney, East London on Saturday. Event organiser Rose Hartzenberg said the sport was aimed at everyone, including children. “I started looking…

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GOOD DOG: One of the many participants in Saturday’s Bully Show Picture: AMANDA NANO

Show dogs strut their stuff

South Africa’s Finest Bully Show took place at Hamilton Sports Club on a sunny Saturday morning, a first for the city of East London. The show saw canine lovers come together for a display of their four- legged friends, with many…

Spring breakfast to benefit EL SPCA

East London SPCA will host a fundraising event, the EL SPCA Ladies Spring Breakfast, at The Venue in Hemingways Mall tomorrow. SPCA fundraiser, Margaret Pautz said they were will be hosting this event to raise funds for their monthly…