INVITATION from Paws Abilities!
To Join Our Annual Fun Day,
“DOG CHALLENGE”.
ALL ARE VERY WELCOME!
WHERE: Paws Abilities Behaviour & Learning Centre
ADDRESS: Plot 72, Fifth Road, Cloverdene, Benoni.
WHEN: 24TH October 2009
TIME: 10:00 AM sharp!
HOW MUCH: R10 per dog
CONTACT US: (082-231-3568) or (082-890-0905) louthomp@mweb.co.za
REQUIREMENTS: A social, non-aggressive, controlled dog!
IN ADDITION: Eats and Drinks will be on Sale! Fun Prizes to be WON!
RALLY OBEDENCE! LOG SURVIVOR!
HULA HOOP HULA!
COUNTRY AGILITY
MYSTIC MAZE!
HANDLER HIDEOUT!
UP AND UNDER’s!
HOOP LINE
WATER RETRIEVE
DAZZLE DISTRACTION
TUG A LUG
TANGLE ROPE!
COME AND JOIN IN THE FUN AND GAMES!
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
NSPCA NEWSLETTER
E-NEWSLETTER
13 OCTOBER 2009
FARM ANIMAL UNIT
Protecting sheep and other livestock is an important issue. Our concerns include how predators are deterred and so it is heartening to see some of the Karoo farmers taking the humane alternatives in protecting their sheep, goats and even larger farm animals. This is by placing Anatolian sheepdogs amongst their herds and the results are very positive.
There are still pitfalls and being realistic, we appreciate that there are never easy answers but this method is proving to be part of the solution. Some of the farms in question are 2000 - 3000 hectares and each dog 'patrols' about 200-300 acres. The dogs are provided with food, water and kennels. These dogs are not "humanised" but are sufficiently socialised so that should they need veterinary care or primary health care it is not an issue.
One visual shows an Anatolian sheepdog with sheep and the other visual is what can and does happen when humane methods are not sought and used: - a sickening scene of dead jackal strung up along perimeter fencing as a deterrent to other jackal.
FIRST FRUITS FESTIVAL
This issue has been attracting a great deal of media attention. May we please refer readers to www.nspca.co.za where an updated document has been placed which outlines the N SPCA's position and lists our actions to date. The matter is ongoing. We have requested a meeting with President Zuma and follow up on our communications with him weekly.
WILDLIFE UNIT
The selling of live animals via the print media and the keeping of wild animals as pets raises many welfare concerns. When these issues come to the attention of the N SPCA, Nature Conservation offices are contacted to alert them to the possible illegal trade in these animals. The most recent case was that of a lion caught on a farm in Gauteng and advertised for sale for R15000. Gauteng Nature Conservation is investigating the matter. Through this interfacing with Nature Conservation the Wildlife Unit is able to assist wildlife in situations which fall outside of our jurisdiction.
RESCUE KITTEN UPDATE
You may recall that on 30 April, a schoolboy from Germiston walked to the N SPCA with a kitten he had found on the school field. An appeal through our newsletter led to one reader donating a bicycle for the kind youngster who walked to school daily after his own bicycle was stolen.
We thought you'd like to see Panienka (it means "Little Miss") now. She is six months old, fully vaccinated, spayed and well - we just love happy endings!
DIWALIA statement has been issued to the media on Diwali which states: - "The National Council of SPCAs (N SPCA) recognises and respects the cultural and religious practices - not limited to Hindus - which involve the use of light and we note the protection of them in terms of Act 108 of 1996: - namely the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa.
Nevertheless, Constitutional rights in this regard must be considered in the context that they are permissible only if the rights of others are not compromised and no laws are broken.
Diwali is the festival of light. Big bangs have no part in Diwali because they were not part of the tradition."
A copy of the full statement can be found under MEDIA RELEASES on www.nspca.co.za . It may be copied, forwarded and circulated provided the source is accredited as being the N SPCA.
Until next time
With kind regards Chris Kuch
13 OCTOBER 2009
FARM ANIMAL UNIT
Protecting sheep and other livestock is an important issue. Our concerns include how predators are deterred and so it is heartening to see some of the Karoo farmers taking the humane alternatives in protecting their sheep, goats and even larger farm animals. This is by placing Anatolian sheepdogs amongst their herds and the results are very positive.
There are still pitfalls and being realistic, we appreciate that there are never easy answers but this method is proving to be part of the solution. Some of the farms in question are 2000 - 3000 hectares and each dog 'patrols' about 200-300 acres. The dogs are provided with food, water and kennels. These dogs are not "humanised" but are sufficiently socialised so that should they need veterinary care or primary health care it is not an issue.
One visual shows an Anatolian sheepdog with sheep and the other visual is what can and does happen when humane methods are not sought and used: - a sickening scene of dead jackal strung up along perimeter fencing as a deterrent to other jackal.
FIRST FRUITS FESTIVAL
This issue has been attracting a great deal of media attention. May we please refer readers to www.nspca.co.za where an updated document has been placed which outlines the N SPCA's position and lists our actions to date. The matter is ongoing. We have requested a meeting with President Zuma and follow up on our communications with him weekly.
WILDLIFE UNIT
The selling of live animals via the print media and the keeping of wild animals as pets raises many welfare concerns. When these issues come to the attention of the N SPCA, Nature Conservation offices are contacted to alert them to the possible illegal trade in these animals. The most recent case was that of a lion caught on a farm in Gauteng and advertised for sale for R15000. Gauteng Nature Conservation is investigating the matter. Through this interfacing with Nature Conservation the Wildlife Unit is able to assist wildlife in situations which fall outside of our jurisdiction.
RESCUE KITTEN UPDATE
You may recall that on 30 April, a schoolboy from Germiston walked to the N SPCA with a kitten he had found on the school field. An appeal through our newsletter led to one reader donating a bicycle for the kind youngster who walked to school daily after his own bicycle was stolen.
We thought you'd like to see Panienka (it means "Little Miss") now. She is six months old, fully vaccinated, spayed and well - we just love happy endings!
DIWALIA statement has been issued to the media on Diwali which states: - "The National Council of SPCAs (N SPCA) recognises and respects the cultural and religious practices - not limited to Hindus - which involve the use of light and we note the protection of them in terms of Act 108 of 1996: - namely the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa.
Nevertheless, Constitutional rights in this regard must be considered in the context that they are permissible only if the rights of others are not compromised and no laws are broken.
Diwali is the festival of light. Big bangs have no part in Diwali because they were not part of the tradition."
A copy of the full statement can be found under MEDIA RELEASES on www.nspca.co.za . It may be copied, forwarded and circulated provided the source is accredited as being the N SPCA.
Until next time
With kind regards Chris Kuch
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
NEW CONSULTING ROOMS NUMBER
Hi Everyone,
Forgot to let you all know my new consulting rooms number:
My new office number is now:- 082-231-35
My mobile number also still applies and is 082-890-0905
The old office number will still be in operation for a while, but will be discontinued in the near future.
Thanks
Lou
Forgot to let you all know my new consulting rooms number:
My new office number is now:- 082-231-35
My mobile number also still applies and is 082-890-0905
The old office number will still be in operation for a while, but will be discontinued in the near future.
Thanks
Lou
What is Justice?
Johan Lee from Middelburg - After seeing the video footage of you savagely beating your dog with a pick ax handle I am disgusted at the pathetic sentence handed out by the courts in Middelburg.
Of the R3,000 fine - R2,000 was suspended - My what a hardship you will have to endure!
Prison - 30 days - again suspended for 2 years. My that will give you sleepless nights - you poor thing!
40 hours community service at the dog unit - is just a joke!!!!
If a man can do that to his own dog - what is he capable of doing to a child or even his wife?
It is about time that the courts started to take animal abuse far more seriously. Research has indicated that there are direct links to animal abuse and other serious crimes especially psychological problems - most serial killer start off by abusing and mutilating animals!
If the courts stating handing out appropriate sentences - it might act as more of a deterrent!
We the public need to make more noise!!!
The law does provide for far stiffer sentences. I would like to know who is not doing their job!!!
Until next time.
Louise
Of the R3,000 fine - R2,000 was suspended - My what a hardship you will have to endure!
Prison - 30 days - again suspended for 2 years. My that will give you sleepless nights - you poor thing!
40 hours community service at the dog unit - is just a joke!!!!
If a man can do that to his own dog - what is he capable of doing to a child or even his wife?
It is about time that the courts started to take animal abuse far more seriously. Research has indicated that there are direct links to animal abuse and other serious crimes especially psychological problems - most serial killer start off by abusing and mutilating animals!
If the courts stating handing out appropriate sentences - it might act as more of a deterrent!
We the public need to make more noise!!!
The law does provide for far stiffer sentences. I would like to know who is not doing their job!!!
Until next time.
Louise
Dissappointing Result of the Boerboel Assault Case
FEEDBACK - BOERBOEL ASSAULT CASE
Readers may recall that criminal charges in terms of the Animals Protection Act were laid against Johan Lee of Middelburg, Mpumalanga following a malicious and unprovoked attack on his own Boerboel. Footage from a security camera showed him hitting the dog with a pick handle and rendering a further blow as the dog lay unconscious.
He entered a plea of guilty in Court on 06 October. He was sentenced to a R3 000.00 fine of which R2 000.00 is suspended for three years, the R1 000.00 being payable to the SPCA Middelburg. A 30-day prison sentence was also imposed, suspended for three years. He was additionally sentenced to 40 hours of community service to be undertaken at the Middelburg SAPS dog unit.
Until next time
With kind regards Chris Kuch
Readers may recall that criminal charges in terms of the Animals Protection Act were laid against Johan Lee of Middelburg, Mpumalanga following a malicious and unprovoked attack on his own Boerboel. Footage from a security camera showed him hitting the dog with a pick handle and rendering a further blow as the dog lay unconscious.
He entered a plea of guilty in Court on 06 October. He was sentenced to a R3 000.00 fine of which R2 000.00 is suspended for three years, the R1 000.00 being payable to the SPCA Middelburg. A 30-day prison sentence was also imposed, suspended for three years. He was additionally sentenced to 40 hours of community service to be undertaken at the Middelburg SAPS dog unit.
Until next time
With kind regards Chris Kuch
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