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Rediscovery of the Boosmansbos long-tailed forest shrew after 46 years
Conservationists rejoice as the Boosmansbos long-tailed forest shrew, a species lost to researchers for 46 years, is rediscovered in CapeNature’s Boosmansbos Wilderness Area, marking a significant milestone in wildlife conservation efforts.
Durban snake catcher retrieves sixth Black Mamba from Westville home
Nick Evans, a renowned snake rescuer in KwaZulu-Natal, returns to a Westville home to retrieve a remarkable sixth Black Mamba, revealing the surprising reasons behind the snake's frequent appearances.
K9 hero sustains injuries while apprehending suspect during housebreaking in Gqeberha
In a dramatic early morning clash in Gqeberha, a K9 officer gets injured while apprehending a suspect in a housebreaking case.
Join 350 paws at Sea Point promenade to raise funds for Mdzananda Animal Clinic, Khayelitsha
Join fellow dog lovers at the 'Paws on the Promenade' dog walk fundraiser on April 13 at 8:30 am. Dress in dog outfits or orange to support Mdzananda Animal Clinic and enjoy a fun-filled day with your furry friends
Innovative pet taxi revolutionises animal care in South Africa
Network for Animals and AfriPaw are transforming animal welfare in South Africa with their groundbreaking pet taxi, a bicycle-powered solution that delivers vital veterinary care to animals in need across the Cape Flats.
K9 Patrol Pet Army member arrested after supergluing dog's ear
A K9 Patrol Pet Army member faces animal cruelty charges after shocking footage reveals him supergluing a dog's ear, sparking an urgent SPCA investigation.
Dog accidentally shoots owner while lying in bed
A man is recovering after his dog, Oreo, accidentally shot him while they were lying in bed.
Khayelitsha's lifeline: veterinary care for stray dogs
The Network for Animals and a local veterinary clinic in Khayelitsha are providing essential care for injured and abandoned dogs, highlighting the urgent need for community support.
Skabenga, The Oyster Box's cherished cat, passes away at 19
Skabenga, the beloved feline of Durban's Oyster Box, has passed away at 19, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.
WATCH: Cape Town baboons cross the road like pros in viral TikTok video
Watch as Cape Town's baboons effortlessly cross the road in this viral TikTok video, showcasing their surprising skills and charm
Cape Town SPCA's third dogfighting bust in a month highlights growing concern
SPCA and City of Cape Town's Law Enforcement unite to combat the alarming rise in dog fighting cases, rescuing animals from cruelty and seeking justice.
WATCH: Meet the stylish cat blessing visitors at a temple in China
A stylish cat at a temple in China is capturing hearts and spreading joy with its unique high-five greeting.
Dog stuck in well for days is rescued after man hears barking from underground
A man was at his home in Longview, Texas, when he heard a distant barking and whining sound. He couldn’t pinpoint where it was coming from, and figured it was a neighbour’s dog. After a few days of hearing the faint but consistent woofs and whimpers, he suddenly looked down and decided to put his ear to the floor of his home.
Help Find Pip: Reward offered for information on missing baboon
Volunteers from the Cape Peninsula Civil Conservation are urgently seeking assistance to locate Pip, a young baboon last seen in Welcome Glen.
A tribute to Hurricane, the most decorated K-9 in White House history
The Belgian Malinois rose to fame more than a decade ago when he spotted a man hopping the White House fence. Hurricane, a Secret Service canine, kept his jaws locked onto the intruder’s arm even as the man kicked, punched and slammed him into the North Lawn.
Baboons make a splash: Cape Town's cheeky pool party goes viral
Watch as a troop of baboons turns a Cape Town backyard into a playful pool party, delighting social media users with their antics.
KwaZulu-Natal man gets bitten by black mamba during prayer
A KwaZulu-Natal man's prayer was interrupted by a black mamba bite, leading to a dramatic emergency response.
Private investigator hired to find Pretoria baboon Raygun's killers
A private investigator has been hired to find those responsible for the brutal killing of Raygun, a baboon in Pretoria, with a R20,000 reward offered for information leading to a conviction.
Owl Rescue Centre celebrates successful relocation of young male baboon, spotted in Pretoria
The Owl Rescue Centre successfully captured and relocated a young male baboon named Jasiri, bringing joy to animal lovers. However, this celebration is overshadowed by the tragic killing of another baboon, Raygun, prompting investigations by the National Council of SPCAs
Fatal Philippines plane crash: Four dead after aircraft hits buffalo
A tragic plane crash on a farm in southern Philippines has claimed four lives, with the aircraft splitting in half after colliding with a water buffalo.
Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife confirms the killing of one of three lions roaming around local village
Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife confirms the tragic killing of a lion in Gluckstadt, raising questions about the safety of local livestock and the fate of the remaining lions.
NSPCA to press criminal charges against a man caught on camera beating a Nile Crocodile
NSPCA launches investigation and criminal charges against a man filmed abusing a Nile crocodile, highlighting the alarming trend of animal cruelty on social media.
Inquest opened after grandfather dies in elephant attack at Kruger National Park
A grandfather tragically lost his life after being trampled by an elephant at Kruger National Park, while his grandchildren witnessed the horrifying incident.
Japanese man arrested for kicking rabbit as police probe 77 other deaths
Japanese police have arrested a man for allegedly kicking a rabbit on Okunoshima Island, where over 70 rabbits have mysteriously died in recent weeks.
'He's not breathing': Top Durban advocate plans to sue kennel owner after English bulldog George dies
A Durban advocate is taking legal action against a kennel owner after his bulldog, George, tragically died while in her care during a heatwave.