South Africa
The Animal Welfare Society in Stellenbosch (AWSS) are working hard to eradicate poor welfare, disease, and suffering among cats and dogs.
South Africa
Pet over-population is a serious problem throughout South Africa - particularly in
poorer communities, like Stellenbosch. A lack of resources and funding for animal
welfare has resulted in over-breeding and an increase in the spread of fatal
diseases shared between animals and people, like rabies.
The Animal Welfare Society Stellenbosch (AWSS) plays a crucial role in helping
control the pet population and preventing disease and suffering through vaccination
and safe, humane neutering. Their essential community outreach clinics bring
much-needed relief to less fortunate pet owners and their pets - providing food,
resources, veterinary care, and wellbeing support.
A person’s pet is often their best friend, and without them, life wouldn’t be worth
living. And the biggest need for pets is human companionship - they don't need a
fancy home or a life of luxury. But each day is a struggle for so many pet owners in
parts of South Africa and there are few resources for their animals. Primary
veterinary healthcare and pet care packs from AWSS make the lives of pets a little
easier and healthier!
We made our first donations to AWSS in 2022. The Edgard & Cooper Foundation pledge will help reduce the number of unwanted and neglected animals, and support owners who need a helping hand.
2022
Our donation will neuter, de-worm, and de-flea 1,500 animals. That's 70% of the animal population in one of the communities in Stellenbosch!
€42,670 pledged
Safe neutering is a way of reducing the number of stray and unwanted cats and dogs
that live a life of suffering, and often end up being inhumanely killed.
By helping to control the population of strays through neutering, we can reduce aggression and fighting between male dogs. We'll also help to decrease the burden on over-crowded animal shelters in Stellenbosch.
In addition to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming thousands of animals at AWSS,
their community work is crucial. Whether it is a cruelty complaint, education about
welfare, annual vaccinations, neutering, or lifesaving work, the team show
compassion and kindness to every animal and every situation.
With Edgard & Cooper Foundation donations, we'll help reduce the spread of
disease, improve animal welfare, and alleviate the strain on veterinary services in
Stellenbosch. AWSS will be able to give each cat and dog the care and attention they
deserve.