ABUSED: Dog rescued in Lotus River
Image: Cape of Good Hope SPCA
The Cape of Good Hope SPCA, in partnership with the City of Cape Town’s Law Enforcement Animal Control Unit, has responded to its third dogfighting case in just over a month.
This latest incident, reported last week in Lotus River, follows similar cases in Ottery and Eerste River.
A concerned citizen alerted authorities to youngsters inciting dogs to fight, saying it as a regular occurrence in the area.
SPCA Inspectors and Law Enforcement Officers searched the vicinity and tracked down the individuals and their dogs a few streets away.
The condition of the rescued dogs was heartbreaking - their bodies bloody from fresh wounds and old scars showed clear evidence of repeated forced dogfighting.
Both animals have been seized and are now receiving critical medical care at the SPCA.
Investigations are ongoing, and charges of animal cruelty and illegal dogfighting are being prepared against those responsible.
Chief Inspector Jaco Pieterse says: “Dogfighting is a serious issue in our communities, and the Cape of Good Hope SPCA is committed to tackling it head-on.
“We act on every tip-off and work relentlessly to rescue animals from this brutal bloodsport. Justice will be served.”
If you suspect dogfighting in your area, report it to the Cape of Good Hope SPCA immediately.
The SPCA offers a reward of up to R5 000 for information leading to the arrest and successful conviction of individuals involved in dogfighting.