On Tuesday, the Cape of Good Hope SPCA, accompanied by the City of Cape Town Law Enforcement: Animal Control Unit, rescued four dogs from a makeshift box on a Kensington property, Cape {town} Etc reports.
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A concerned individual had reported unlawful breeding and terrible treatment of canines on the site, prompting the rescue.
Despite several attempts, SPCA Inspectors were initially unable to obtain access to the property.
Inspector Lee Prins obtained a warrant from the Cape Town CBD Magistrates Court in accordance with the Animals Protection Act 71 of 1962.
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Inspector Prins searched the premises thoroughly, accompanied by Inspector Lwazi Ntungele and police from the City of Cape Town Law Enforcement: Animal Control Unit.
The team discovered four canines locked in a metal box that severely restricted their mobility. A female dog and her newborn puppies were also discovered; however, three of the puppies had already died.
Two of the dogs also had highly matted fur, which caused great discomfort and anguish.
Inspector Lee went on to seize all of the dogs and puppies on the premises. The dogs and puppies are currently in the custody of the SPCA, where they will be treated by the in-house veterinary experts.
The owner is now facing allegations of animal cruelty, with potential penalties including a fine of up to R40 000 or 12 months in prison, as well as a criminal record if found guilty.
‘Animal cruelty will not be tolerated. We will ensure that justice is served, and that the owner faces the full might of the law,’ said Chief Inspector Jaco Pieterse.
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Picture: Cape of Good Hope SPCA
