Entries by Bronwyn Hayes

10 Best Pet-Friendly Restaurants in Cape Town

October 7, 2025 in , , /by

10 Best Pet-Friendly Restaurants in Cape Town Find a restaurant that welcomes your entire family – including your four-legged members! Cape Town has an abundance of eateries that will serve you & celebrate your pets. From wine farms with sprawling lawns to cosy beachside cafes, this article covers some of the best spots in the Mother City that offer a great experience for you & your canine companion.  Whether you’re exploring the city or lounging at home, it’s always reassuring to know that your pets are taken care of when it comes to regular vet appointments or with unexpected medical […]

Fake Inspector Arrested After Trying to Dupe the SPCA

October 6, 2025 in , , /by

Fake Inspector Arrested After Trying to Dupe the SPCA The National Council of SPCAs (NSPCA) confirms that a man who attempted to pass himself off as a qualified SPCA Inspector was arrested last week and has since appeared in court. The individual applied for a vacancy at the Cape of Good Hope SPCA, initially presenting a CV that made no mention of being an SPCA Inspector. But in a second application, his story grew bolder: he claimed to be a Qualified NSPCA Inspector and Field Officer, registered with the South African Veterinary Council as an Animal Welfare Assistant. To seal his fiction, […]

World Animal Day 2025: “Save Animals, Save the Planet!”

October 4, 2025 in , , , , /by

World Animal Day 2025: “Save Animals, Save the Planet!” Use the FOUR PAWS Animal Welfare Advocacy Guide to take small steps of Kindness this World Animal Day On 4 October, South Africans will join the global community in celebrating World Animal Day, a time to pause and reflect on the animals who share our lives, our land and our homes. This year’s theme “Save Animals, Save the Planet!”, reminds us that animals are not just part of our environment, but part of our communities and caring for them is our shared responsibility.  Instead of a physical gathering outside Parliament this […]

World Rabies Day 2025: The Time To Act Is Now!

September 19, 2025 in , , , , , , , /by

World Rabies Day 2025: The Time To Act Is Now! As we approach World Rabies Day on 28 September 2025, it’s time to unite behind the 2025 theme, “Act Now: You, Me, Community,” in the fight against one of the world’s most deadly zoonotic diseases that affects humans and mammals alike: Rabies. In 2025, we are urging individuals, organisations, and decision-makers alike to take action and work collaboratively toward effective rabies control and prevention. This is a call to responsibility, urging all of us to make a tangible difference in the fight against this life-threatening disease. The time to act […]

Parrot Cages

October 4, 2025 in , , , , , , , , /by

Parrot Cages Your parrots cage should be a safe space that it enjoys being in and out of. When buying a cage for your bird, there are things to consider.  What “style” cage do you want- do you want a cage with a play top or able to open at the top, etc? Do you like the way the door opens- this could make it easier or more difficult when cleaning & adding toys. Is the cage the appropriate size for your bird- will you bird have enough space to move & stretch freely and have toys in their cage? […]

Australia Approves First Vaccine To Save Koalas From Chlamydia

October 5, 2025 in , , , , , , /by

Australia Approves First Vaccine To Save Koalas From Chlamydia A vaccine to protect Australia’s koalas against chlamydia has been approved for the first time, a development that scientists believe could stop the spread of the deadly disease that has ravaged populations of the beloved endangered animal. Chlamydia, which also affects humans, accounts for up to half of all koala deaths in the wild.   “Some individual colonies are edging closer to local extinction every day,” Peter Timms, professor of microbiology at the University of the Sunshine Coast said in a statement on Wednesday. His team spent more than a decade […]

Woolrich: Still Ignoring Animal Cruelty

October 3, 2025 in , , , , , /by

Woolrich: Still Ignoring Animal Cruelty The last big outdoor brand to sell fur from raccoon dogs and other species – Will Woolrich’s Arctic Parkas soon be without animal fur? Woolrich is one of the last international fashion brands without a fur-free policy even though most of its competitors – including Canada Goose, The North Face, Parajumpers, Patagonia, Fjällräven, MAMMUT, Jack Wolfskin and Napapijri – are already or have gone fur-free. Fur production is cruel to animals, bad for the environment, a risk to public health and completely unnecessary since quality alternatives are available. URGE WOOLRICH TO GO FUR FREE While the Italian brand […]

Warriors Against Dog Fighting

October 2, 2025 in , , , , , , /by

Warriors Against Dogfighting Dog fighting and the barbaric cruelty and immense suffering involved in this criminal activity receive our focused attention. In striving to address this growing crime, a multi-disciplinary approach has been adopted which encompasses taking action against perpetrators, rescuing the animal victims who suffer severe injuries and trauma and empowering affected communities through awareness campaigns and the distribution of literature. Our Special Projects Unit is committed to bringing those involved to justice and to vigorously pursuing all who partake in or support dog fighting. Join as a warrior against dog fighting and help stamp out abusive cruelty to […]

What’s next in the fight to Stop Live Export

October 1, 2025 in , , , , , , /by

What’s next in the fight to Stop Live Export THE VOTES ARE IN and South Africans want better for our animals! 17,536 individuals and organisations submitted comments on the draft live export regulations, with a staggering 95% of respondents believing that Live Export cannot be regulated and should be banned. A big thank you to all of our supporters who submitted their comments to government and helped to spread the word, we could not have done it without you!   WHAT’S NEXT The Department of Agriculture will review and analyse all the submissions received and prepare a “Response to Comments” report. A revised […]

Leave a Legacy: Make a Difference This National Wills Week

September 17, 2025 in , , /by

Leave a Legacy: Make a Difference This National Wills Week National Wills Week (September 15-19, 2025) is currently underway, and it’s the perfect time to think about the legacy you want to leave behind. While many of us focus on planning for the future, it’s also a great chance to consider how we can continue making a difference—long after we’re gone. This year, TEARS Animal Rescue is inviting you to think about including a small gift in your will to help support the animals who need it most. Don’t worry, it doesn’t have to be a big amount—even the smallest […]