This Week at the NSPCA
From opening a criminal case against one of the worst animal welfare disasters in recent history to celebrating the recovery of a beloved rescue dog, this week has been a powerful reminder of why we do what we do. We’re also gearing up for something truly special this Mandela Day: A collaboration that turns animal welfare stories into moving works of art. Don’t miss it.
NSPCA Files Docket Against Daybreak for Million-Bird Massacre
The NSPCA has filed criminal charges against the Board of Directors of Daybreak Farms following a catastrophic welfare crisis in which over one million birds suffered and died due to extreme neglect and mismanagement.
The charges come after a damning High Court ruling confirmed Daybreak’s failure to care for animals in its control, citing “financial mismanagement” and a “collapse of responsibility.”
However, with Daybreak entering voluntary business rescue, recovering our costs is uncertain. The NSPCA has already spent over R580,000 responding to the crisis and urgently appeals for public and private support to continue seeking justice and care for the surviving animals.
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Bobby’s Beautiful Comeback
Just days after being rescued from a heartbreaking case of neglect, Bobby, the emaciated dog who unknowingly appeared in a viral dance video, is thriving in SPCA care. Gone are the days of eating plastic to survive; today, Bobby is steadily gaining weight, handing out hugs, and wagging her way into everyone’s hearts.
Affectionate and trusting, she greets each person with eager cuddles, as if she knows she’s finally safe. Once she’s fully recovered, Bobby will be sterilised and placed up for adoption into a loving home – the kind every animal deserves.
Bobby, however, walks away not as a victim, but as a survivor.
Photo of the Week
Bobby enjoying cuddles from NSPCA Inspector Denise Govender, while on her road to recovery.
🦁Something Beautiful is Coming This Mandela Day…
This Mandela Day, get ready for a powerful collaboration that brings hope to life through art. The NSPCA has teamed up with South African watercolour artist Mareli van Zyl of Art by Mareli to create a stunning series of original artworks inspired by real rescue stories – from lions rescued from cruelty to vultures saved from the illegal wildlife trade.
“Karlos & Ivana”, painting #1 of our Mandela Day Collection, which will be for sale on our website soon.
Each painting tells a story of survival, resilience, and compassion. The full collection will be revealed on our social media channels and sold via the NSPCA’s online shop to raise vital funds for animals in need.
📌Keep an eye on our pages for exclusive artwork previews and the official launch!
That’s a wrap for this week’s Week in Review! If these stories resonated with you, check out the full articles and join the conversation on our social media pages.
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