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Game-Changers: TEARS Mobile Education and Veterinary Outreach Clinics
On Wednesday the 17th of December, with great excitement, Donors, Supporters, TEARS Board Members, Media, TEARS Staff and Special Guests gathered at the TEARS Kennels to mark a momentous occasion: the launch of two Mobile Education and Veterinary Outreach Clinics. These trucks will bring veterinary care and community education into areas where it is needed…
Read MoreMange today and gone tomorrow
Murphy & Lore were brought to TEARS Veterinary Hospital from two different communities, both unwanted and uncared for. Murphy (about 2years old) and Lore (about 6 months old) both suffered from serious malnutrition and severe Sarcoptic Mange. Their skin was covered in scabs and sores, and both had lost a significant amount of fur. As…
Read MoreGive your #GivingTuesdays to TEARS Animal Rescue
Join the global #GivingTuesday Movement that Unleashes the Power of Radical Generosity. The aim is to inspire generosity around the world, with a common mission to build a world where generosity is part of everyday life. This #GivingTuesday Campaign TEARS is inviting our supporters to get behind this campaign and do something to make a…
Read MoreAdeline Needs You: Together, We Can Help Her Walk Again
Adeline’s journey began in May 2024 as a 6-month-old stray struggling to survive in an overcrowded, under-served community. Her life took a tragic turn when she was hit by a car, shattering the bones in her right hind leg. With no one to care for her, she endured weeks of agonizing pain as her wounds…
Read MoreEnrichment Toys for Our Furkids
Are you ever bored, anxious, or nervous? How many of us pick up our phones to play a game of Wordle or Sudoku, self-soothe by browsing social media, or binge-watch our favourite yet mindless reality shows on Netflix? We all have our ways of keeping busy, calming our minds, and soothing our souls. But what…
Read MoreA Fight for Life from the Brink of Death
Your Support Prevents Suffering Through Veterinary Outreach Meet Oliver Twist, a young puppy who has already faced more hardship than most. Oliver was surrendered to the TEARS Mobile Clinic from an under-resourced community, unwanted and in dire condition. He was on the brink of death. When Oliver arrived, he was severely infested with ticks,…
Read MoreWink’s Spirit Shines Brighter Every Day
Your donations provide critical care and new beginnings for rescued pets On 28 May 2024, TEARS received an anonymous call out about a young puppy who was badly bitten by an adult dog in the under-resourced community of Vrygrond, in Cape Town. The TEARS Mobile Clinic went to collect her, and on arrival they were…
Read MoreTEARS to host free Rabies Vaccination Drive to mitigate risk to pets
The WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE has issued a media statement today confirming a case of dog rabies in the Southern Peninsula of Cape Town after a pet dog residing in the Capri area contracted the disease. The infected dog, which had exhibited symptoms such as fever and increased aggression, together with three other dogs…
Read MoreEscaping Tragedy and Overcoming a Harrowing Ordeal
Remi has shed her bandages, and is ready for love. Meet Remi, a courageous survivor with a heart full of love! Remi escaped a harrowing ordeal that sadly claimed her furry companion. Rescued from the tragic aftermath of a shack fire, she emerged with singed fur and severe burns. Remi was surrendered to TEARS for…
Read MoreOur Pizza Place Puts a New Spin on Pet Adoption
Local Pizza Chain Collaborates with TEARS Animal Rescue and Aid4AID to Promote Pet Adoption Our Pizza Place, a beloved local pizza take-away, is bringing a creative and compassionate touch to their take-away experience. Co-owner Jacques van Velze proudly announced the launch of a new initiative – featuring posters of dogs and cats up for adoption…
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