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TIARA
You might recognize me, I am the one and only Tiara. You guys literally saved my life with all your support, prayers and happy thoughts which you sent to me in abundance when Dogtown found me. Boy was that a scary time in my life. I never want to go back to that time. Thankfully […]
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VINNY
Hi there everybody! Vinny the Vindaloo here (yes, that is what the humans at Dogtown call me… strange bunch they are!). If you think I look handsome in my pics, you should see me in real life! I am a bit of a complicated character but I know the right home for me is out […]
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GEORGE
Hi there my name is George – “Little” George according to my carers. I am such a lucky furkid to have come to this suuuper duuuper hotel called DogtownSA. I have been living with a family but they are moving and will not be taking me with them. I didn’t know what was going to […]
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GAYLENE
Hiya, I am Gaylene. I would love to tell you more about me so that you can get to know me a bit better. I used to live outside a shopping centre, the grass was my bed and the shrubs was my kennel. Not ideal, I know. Problem back then was that I really didnt […]
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BLADE
Hi there everyone, my name is Blade and I’m one of them golden oldies, as the humans say. I’m a serious guy, I like to just check things out from afar. I am not overly enthusiastic about new things but I am happy to spend hours on my walk, just sniffing every tree, every bush […]
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KARISHMA
Hi there everybody, my name is Karishma but everybody here affectionately calls me Karishi. I don’t mean to brag but I am a very loving and docile girl and I’ve been told I have a cheeky playful streak I am a very social girl which means I get along with most dogs I meet. I […]
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GUNNER
Hi there everybody. My name is Gunner. I know I am super handsome and attractive but before you rush to Dogtown to come and meet me, I need to tell you that I have not had a great start to life and I am not ready to be adopted just yet. I am currently in […]
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Mr BIGGLES
Hey guys! Mr Biggles here… but don’t just be calling me Biggles… it’s Mr Biggles Im a fun, playful and comical guy who always has time for a laugh. I love cuddles and I looooove me some treats! I’m a smart boy so my caregiver is forever teaching me new things here at Dogtown, which […]
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COCO
Hello everybody, my name is Coco. I am no stranger at Dogtown, in fact, I’ve been around for a loooooong time waiting for my forever home. The trick is to find the right home for me. I’ve seen many of my friends at Dogtown go to their forever homes and I so wish that one […]
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ALLIE
Hi there, nice to meet you! My name is Allie. I have been waiting for a long time for my perfect family to come and adopt me. I really hope that happens soon, I feel like I am missing out on all this awesome “family stuff” that I keep hearing about. I am the smartest […]
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SAWYER
Hi everyone. My name is Sawyer. My sister and I were found as strays close to Dogtown. We were really in desperate need of saving, I don’t think our other humans cared about us all that much. We had lots of ticks and we were very hungry. Although being picked up and brought to Dogtown […]
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ASH
“Word up Barking Madders, Action-man Ash comin at ya! You peeps checked out those Avengers movies, where the superheroes saved the world from destruction. Like me all super heroes have a rough start but catapult themselves to greatness. I reckon I’m a superhero in training. My Dogtown homies keep telling me I have awesome skills […]
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PICASSO
The one and only Picasso here peeps! With me it really is a case of “you snooze, you lose” …. I don’t like to brag but I am kind of perfect! I mean, just look at me! Have you ever seen a dog as handsome as me? Come on, you know you want to agree […]
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MILA
Hi there, my name is MILA, the caregivers here have started calling me Mila-Moo…. I dont know why 😉 But I like it. Anyway, I would love to tell you all about myself if you have 30seconds to spare. Well my story is a bit long and windy but the long and the short of […]
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BOBBIE-GIRL
Hi there, my name is Bobbie-Girl. You may have visited Dogtown a few times and not even seen me, Im shy and keep to myself. Humans were not good to me in the past and although I have moved on and started a new chapter, sometimes I cant help but be nervous when a stranger […]
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Ryder
Hello hello hello! I am Ryder! Boy am I happy to introduce myself to you! You look great by the way! I am one of those “HAPPY ALL THE TIME” kind of dogs. I am not one for sitting around, soaking up the sun, I’m more of a “let’s get out there and do it” […]
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NENO
Well howdy doo folks. I am Neno. I am one big, soft hearted puppy and truth be told, I have no idea how big and strong I am, the humans at Dogtown say that I remind them o the Iron Giant My life before Dogtown consisted of confinement to the back garden where my sole […]
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JENNA
Hello world. I am Jenna. I know what you’re thinking, how can a girl as beautiful as me be without a home? Well let me quickly tell you my story. I lived in a home with my sister, but my family had to move to a flat and they could not take us with them. […]
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GILLIAN
Hi there, I am Gillian. A big name for a big girl If I had to describe myself, I would say that I am a soft natured girl who loves people and even though my previous family didnt take good care of me, I trust people I was not in a good way when I […]
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ALEXIS
Hi all, I am beautiful Alexis. I was dropped off at Dogtown when I was just a youngster. I have been patiently waiting for my forever home but I know that all good things come to those who wait. I am an independent girl, I am not needy but if you are handing out cuddles, […]
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Dexter
Dexter’s family are emigrating & he is not part of the plan. We have until mid-Sept to find him a new home. He is a 3,5 year old male who is neutered, vaccinated & dewormed. He is very lovable and wants to be around humans all the time. He is not dog aggressive but is […]
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Oliver
Oliver’s family are leaving SA & would like to find Oliver a new home before they leave. He is neutered, vaccinated & dewormed. Wonderfully loyal and energetic dog whom truly wants to connect, play and interact with his owner/s. Ollie is in a peak physical condition and feels most comfortable outside in nature. He loves […]
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Camrin
THIS IS CAMRIN– She is a beautiful 6 month old german shepherd x female puppy. She is a very happy little girl, loves the water and other dogs – all sizes. Please contact us to come and meet her.
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Riley
THIS IS RILEY– SHE IS A 9 WEEK OLD LITTLE MIXED FEMALE PUPPY. SHE IS VERY AFFECTIONATE AND LOVES ALL SIZE DOGS, CHEWIE TREATS, TEDDIES AND ROPE TOYS. PLEASE CONTACT US TO MEET HER .
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Jody
2 year old boy Jody was abandoned on a property when the owner moved … the mind boggles. Jody is a beautiful boy – as you can see in the pics, he looks very much like a Yorkie, but is possibly Yorkie x Maltese, as he is more Maltese size, so he is not a […]
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Angel
4 year old Angel needs a new home. She was adopted from Adorabull Terrier Rescue, but unfortunately her family are struggling financially and have to move. They are devastated- especially the children. Angel needs to be an only dog but absolutely loves children.
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Remi
Remi was abandoned by his previous family. Sadly the current foster can no longer keep him & is hoping that he will find his own forever family who will love him. He will be neutered, vaccinated & dewormed before homing. He is a lively puppy and gets on with other dogs. He’s very friendly and […]
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Mia
Witvoet, renamed to Mia was surrendered by her township owner in the hope of a better future for her. She was treated for TVT and is in perfect good health now. She is a friendly, playful girl, approx 2 years of age, gets on with both dogs and cats and adores children. If white chested […]
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Georgia
THIS IS GEORGIA– SHE IS A 9 WEEK OLD LITTLE MIXED FEMALE PUPPY. SHE IS VERY AFFECTIONATE AND LOVES ALL SIZE DOGS, CHEWIE TREATS, TEDDIES AND ROPE TOYS. PLEASE CONTACT US TO MEET HER .
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Arlo
Arlo is such a beautiful boy. He is almost 5-months-old and is looking for his special forever laps. He is a little shy at first, but then….he loves to sit in peoples’ laps. Arlo is complex….sensitive. He would make a super companion when he trusts you…just needs little time and TLC. He is such a […]
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Max
Max was dumped overnight in his current family’s property 4 years ago. He is estimated to be 7 years old. He is neutered, vaccinated & dewormed. His family now feel that their home is not the right fit for him so he is looking for a new forever home. He is a loving dog and […]
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Sox
Sox was rescued a few months back dodging traffic – no owner has come forward to claim her & sadly despite her fitting in with the family, she can’t stay permanently. Sox will be sterilized, vaccinated & dewormed before homing. She currently is living with other dogs & a cat. She loves children & is […]
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Luna
We have Luna …. Melting hearts where ever she goes … Luna is very much a “people’s person” and enjoy humans entertaining her – she is full of confidence. Can be rehomed country wide given that certain criteria are met. To offer a home, please contact 072 1762 175 or erma.voigt@yahoo.com
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Cody
Cody & the new male dog in the home are not seeing eye to eye – Cody gets along with other dogs but for some reason these 2 do not get along. Cody is neutered, vaccinated & dewormed. He is an amazingly loyal companion. He loves to play ball and go for walks. He is […]
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Daisy and Hachiko
Daisy & Hachiko are being homed due to emigration. Daisy is a gorgeous labrador girl who is 7 years old. Hachiko is her son who is a Labrador x husky boy of 6. They are sterilised, vaccinated & dewormed. They both walk well on a leash. They are both loving, very obedient, house trained, […]
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Josie
THIS IS JOSIE– She is a beautiful 6 month old german shepherd x female puppy. She is a very happy little girl, incredibly affectionate and gives lovely hugs and loves the water and other dogs – all sizes. Please contact us to come and meet her.
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Sam, Roger & Rudy
Their owner needed to go to a retirement home. Sam is a Maltese and 10 years old. Roger and Rudy are Maltese crosses (maltese size) and are 6 years old. They are all loving boys, good with people, dogs and cats. To offer a home please contact Hillary at Graaff-Reinet SPCA 049-8910256 / 073 217 […]
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Star and MoMo
Star and MoMo are female and male labradors. They are sterilised, vaccinated & dewormed. Sadly their family have moved & feel that the new space is too small for them. They love playing with each other and also grew up around children. They are beautiful dogs with great personalities and will fit in well with […]
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Spotty
Hi everyone My name is Spotty, or as Auntie Tinky calls me, Spotter. Auntie Tinky says its time for me to get my forever home. She says that Ive made enough progress, but she admits I do have some fear issues that I still need to work on. But she also says that she is […]
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Rusty & Blacky
Rusty and Blacky are in need of a new home due to their human dad moving to an old age home. They are sterilised, vaccinated & dewormed. They are both healthy, boisterous brothers who are outside dogs. They enjoy nothing more than a great game of catch. They are known to give very friendly greetings […]
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STOLEN – Li-Li
Stolen from her home in Parklands Estate, Moot. Spayed but not chipped. Her name is Li-Li.
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MISSING – Levi
Levi has been missing since 4 August 2019 from Terenure. Chipped, neutered – wearing a red collar with tag. Reward offered for safe return.
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MISSING – Brie
This little girl disappeared from Good Hope Street in Wynberg. She is 4-months-old and microchipped. If you have any information on her whereabouts, please urgently contact Karen on 076 792 8710 all hours.
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MISSING – Mila
This is Mila. She has been missing from Hoff Street, Peerless Park East in Kraaifontein since the 1st August 2019. She is not microchipped or wearing a collar/tag. Please contact me on 072 601 0518 if you have seen her or know where she is.
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MISSING – Fudge
Our little Fudge went missing on the 16th July 2019 from Plumstead/Southfield. She is 3 years old, spayed and microchipped. Colour: Tortoiseshell/Calico, slinky build, pink nose. This is out of her character as she only goes to visit the neighbors during the day while we are at work and is ALWAYS home when we get […]
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FOUND – Muizenberg
Neutered male, approximately 5 years old, Shepherd/Husky mix. He was found in Marine Estate, Muizenberg. Currently at TEARS.
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FOUND – “Pepper”
This sterilised, male was found in Brackenfell….he was unable to walk. He is not microchipped or wearing a collar/tag. Please contact Celeste on 084 941 1313 if you know who he belongs to. Update – 28/07/2019 – Cape Town Feral Cat Project: Pepper had his dislocated back hip put back into place. He also had surgery on […]
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MISSING – Timmie
Timmie’s Details: Last Seen: Wednesday, 10 July 2019 Missing from: Angiers Rd, Sauvignon Complex, Brackenfell Age: 8 years old Sex: Male Color: Ginger Breed: Domestic Short Haired House Cat What identification was worn if any: No Tag Sterilized or not: Neutered Microchipped: Yes Our contact […]
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MISSING – Moonlight
Her name is Moonlight. She is a 4 month old female, black with white markings. She hasn’t been chipped nor sterilised yet as we were going to do that at 6 months of age. We live in Ruwari, Brackenfell. She’s been missing since 24/04/2019. I’ve phoned the vets in the area and animal welfare but […]
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MISSING – Steve
He went missing last night from Middelvlei Apartments in Burgundy Estate. He is very shy so won’t easily go to people but please let me know if you see him.
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Why You Shouldn’t Apply Your Fad Diet To Your Dog
Why You Shouldn’t Apply Your Fad Diet To Your Dog By Mary-Jane Gallagher Fad diets are often quick “fixes”. In fact, 69% of them fail to show any significant results. Although trendy, they often promise an unattainable goal. Oftentimes, what becomes a fad diet amongst humans become a fad diet for their pets as well. Thus, it […]
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O is for Opal
Hi Peeps, My name is Opal. I have seen so many of my friends at Dogtown go to their forever homes, this past weekend my roomie Sierra was adopted too. I am really happy for her but I really, really wish that one of these days it will be my turn to be adopted. I […]
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Alleviate Boredom in Dogs through Entertainment and Exercise
Alleviate Boredom in Dogs through Entertainment and Exercise by Mary-Jane Gallagher Did you know that dogs’ brains shrink when they’re bored? Their brains shrink because neurons in the dogs’ brain will die if they are not stimulated. Pet owners may envy their canine companions lying around the house sleeping and snoring, but scientists warned about the […]
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Sawyer, a shy guy with a heart of gold
Hi everyone. My name is Sawyer. My sister and I were found as strays close to Dogtown. We were really in desperate need of saving, I don’t think our other humans cared about us all that much. We had lots of ticks and we were very hungry. Although being picked up and brought to Dogtown […]
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Adopt Jack
Name’s Jack, Ive been told I’m a stand up little man! I love long hikes on the walking trails which is where I gained my nick name, Mr. Sniffalot, because I leave no bush unturned. A walk with me is really more of slow stroll, so if you are take it easy kind of person, […]
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Basic Commands To Help Your Dog Adapt to Your New Baby
Basic Commands To Help Your Dog Adapt to Your New Baby by Mary-Jane Gallagher South Africa is without a doubt a canine-loving nation with even celebs like J-Something and Pearl Thusi being self-proclaimed pooch lovers. While the humble dog has not been hailed man’s best friend without a very good reason there are some situations […]
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May’19 Adoptions
There is literally nothing that makes us happier than seeing our special furkids joining their, new forever families and starting their new lives. Please take a few minutes to read all about our happy homings in May 2019. Who remember’s Summer (now called Whiskey), the little kitten that was a few weeks ago? Well his […]
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Wendy’s story
Joanna, one of the trainers at Dogtown, tells the story of Wendy’s journey at Dogtown from wary to adoptable. Wendy was named by Dogtown after her previous owners abandoned her and left her to look after herself and she ended up living under an old wooden Wendy house in an empty dwelling. After this wretched […]
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Handsome Harry – homeless again :(
Who is this handsome lad you see before you? Surely he is waaay to handsome to be homeless! I bet that’s what you’re thinking hey? Well to answer your question, my name is Harry and yes, I am too handsome to be homeless but somehow I am. That’s all about to change though, because YOU […]
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Strut Your Mutt – 7 September 2019
Come and join us on the 7th of September at DogtownSA for our annual Strut Your Mutt event. We would love to see all your rescued furkids entered into the various categories! The categories include: – Wiggliest Bum – Cutest Trick – Mr & Miss Rescue – Biggest Smile Entries are R50 each and you […]
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Upcoming Events
LEAPS Foster Appeal – ongoing
LEAPS has so many precious pooches waiting for foster homes for so long …Read More »
LEAPS Bingo Night – 7 September
LEAPS Bingo is back and better than ever – Don’t miss out …Read More »
Appeal for Puppy Food – 18/7
Hi Folks Please can you assist me. We have a new puppy …Read More »
Help for Willow – 30/6
Friends, supporters and animal lovers I need your help ☹️💔 Its …Read More »
Husky Rescue Golf Day – 2/8
Golfing for a Cause is Par for the Course It’s that time …Read More »
