Entries by Bronwyn Hayes

Khayelitsha Animal Clinic Celebrates 29 Years of Compassion and Care

November 2, 2025 in , , /by

Khayelitsha Animal Clinic Celebrates 29 Years of Compassion and Care The Mdzananda Animal Clinic and shelter is proud to celebrate its 29th anniversary this October, marking nearly three decades of dedicated service to the animals and pet owners of Khayelitsha. What began in 1996 as a simple dog bathing initiative on an open field has since grown into a fully operational veterinary clinic, hospital, and animal shelter, now caring for over 1,500 animals each month. To mark this milestone, Mdzananda hosted a community dog show, bringing together Khayelitsha pet lovers and their furry companions for a day of fun, celebration, […]

Charlie’s Journey: From Mange to a Loving Home

November 1, 2025 in , , , , , /by

Charlie’s Journey: From Mange to a Loving Home TEARS Animal Rescue is honouring the golden oldies and long-stay legends—the dogs with greying snouts and patient eyes, the quiet souls in the back kennels who’ve waited far too long for a place to belong. And one of those legends, Darwin, now renamed Charlie, has finally found his forever home. Charlie’s story began in heartbreak. Rescued by TEARS in June last year, the young Greyhound-Pointer-Africanis mix arrived in a state of severe neglect. Mange covered his entire body, leaving him almost hairless, with thick, scabby skin and a compromised immune system. But […]

‘What I saw as a worker at a monkey breeding facility for animal testing and research’

October 30, 2025 in , , , , /by

‘What I saw as a worker at a monkey breeding facility for animal testing and research’ For more than two decades, Kathleen Conlee, our vice president of Animal Research Issues in the U.S., has been working to end the use of animals in testing and research. But before she became an advocate for animal protection, she worked at a breeding facility that supplied primates to laboratories for research and testing. In this guest blog, I’ve invited her to tell us more about how this shaped her perspective and what life is like for animals inside these places.  It all started […]

New Chilean Bill Seeks To Ban Octopus Farming Nationwide

October 31, 2025 in , , , , , /by

New Chilean Bill Seeks To Ban Octopus Farming Nationwide Chile has become the first country in Latin America to propose a nationwide ban on octopus farming. Aquatic Life Institute is an international non-profit organisation that works on advancing aquatic animal welfare in both aquaculture and wild capture fisheries globally Bill 17913-12 was introduced this week by Representative Marisela Santibáñez with support from seven additional congress representatives, and now moves to the Commission of Environment and Natural Resources to be discussed. This bill would prohibit the intensive farming of octopuses, focusing on the potential harmful effects that this industry could pose for […]

Hill’s Science Plan Perfect Weight for cats

October 29, 2025 in , , , , , /by

Hill’s Science Plan Perfect Weight for cats Hill’s Science Plan Perfect Weight cat food is a breakthrough blend of natural ingredients that will help your cat to burn more calories and prevent excess energy from being stored as fat. By managing your cat’s weight with high-quality calorie-controlled nutrition, you can help them to live a longer and healthier life. The Benefits of Hill’s Perfect Weight Cat Food Hill’s has created this cat food using their many years of expertise in the field of pet nutrition and weight management. The food has the following benefits for cats: An easy way to help […]

The Ear-y Tale of Ear Infections in Pets: Uncover Causes, Powerful Solutions & Relief

October 28, 2025 in , , , , , /by

The Ear-y Tale of Ear Infections in Pets: Uncover Causes, Powerful Solutions & Relief Ear infections, particularly otitis externa, are a prevalent concern in veterinary practices. Studies indicate that otitis externa affects approximately 10% to 20% of dogs, making it one of the most common reasons for veterinary visits. We have been led to believe that the predisposing cause of ear infections in dogs and cats is due to their long, narrow ear canals that trap moisture, wax, and debris. Supposedly, breeds with floppy ears have limited airflow, predisposing them to infections. The truth is, most ear infections are the result […]

Siya Continues To Run For CHPA

October 15, 2025 in , , , /by

Siya Continues To Run For CHPA Siya Runs Again – For the horses he makes comfortable in their work Can you believe it? Siyabonga Mfanta is back on the road and he’s going further than ever before! In 2025/2026 Siya is once again lacing up his running shoes to take on not one, not two, but three of South Africa’s most iconic races, the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon, the Two Oceans Marathon, and the mighty Comrades Marathon, again, all in support of the Cart Horse Protection Association (CHPA). Why does he do it? Because Siya believes every horse matters and we therefore need funds to make sure each […]

From Forgotten to Family: TEARS Highlights Feral Cats Ready for Adoption

October 26, 2025 in , , , , /by

From Forgotten to Family: TEARS Highlights Feral Cats Ready for Adoption They may not be lap cats, but the ferals and semi-ferals at TEARS Animal Rescue are proving that with time, patience, and compassion, even the most timid cats can learn to trust again – and are ready for homes of their own. Once too shy to approach anyone, cats like Ommi and Bebe, two striking long-haired calicos, now step out to greet caregivers, accept strokes, and even enjoy a gentle brush. Dobby, a ginger boy, has grown from hiding at the back of his enclosure to leaning into the […]

15 Fascinating Maned Wolf Facts

October 25, 2025 in , , , /by

15 Fascinating Maned Wolf Facts Maned wolves are commonly mistaken for foxes and wolves. But this unique animal species is neither. Read our top maned wolves facts to learn about these elusive, long-legged creatures. Learn more about these ‘foxes on stilts’ Maned wolves belong to the canine family and are the largest canine in South America. They play an important role in their grassland habitat, helping to spread seeds and control small mammal populations. But few people know much about these striking but solitary animals. Here, we put that right, with 15 fun facts about maned wolves, revealing maned wolf […]

As Forests Are Cut Down, Butterflies Are Losing Their Colours

October 24, 2025 in , , , , /by

As Forests Are Cut Down, Butterflies Are Losing Their Colours The insects’ brilliant hues evolved in lush ecosystems to help them survive. Now they are becoming more muted to adapt to degraded landscapes – and they are not the only things dulling down he world is becoming less colourful. For butterflies, bold and bright wings once meant survival, helping them attract mates and hide from prey. But a new research project suggests that as humans replace rich tropical forests with monochrome, the colour of other creatures is leaching away. “The colours on a butterfly’s wings are not trivial – they […]