New room to run, hop, stretch, and do zoomies in!
Garden Route, South Africa (18 March 2026) – When we think about what animals at a shelter might need, food and veterinary care are two that generally come to mind first, but there’s something else that shapes their wellbeing just as much, and that’s space.
Because it’s freedom. It gives an anxious dog room to decompress, makes a shy cat feel safe enough to eat, and allows an animal recovering from illness or injury to move and be. It affects their behaviour and health, and is a major factor that contributes to the quality of life. Animals need to touch grass just as much as people do.
Space is one of the valuable things a shelter can offer the animals it cares for, and it’s also one of the hardest to come by. That’s why the upgrade at George SPCA is happy news! More room for the zoomies.
“We’re so proud to share that we’ve added 3 new play pens on top of the 10 we already have. This gives our animals more space to stretch their legs, to play and to just enjoy a bit of freedom outside their kennels. These pens are also used for our tortoises, rabbits and farm animals when needed.” shares George SPCA – Garden Route.
“For some of our animals, having more space to themselves makes a huge difference to how safe and comfortable they feel while they wait for their forever homes. These small improvements go a long way in helping them heal, feel calm, and be a little happier every day.”
We’ll add that it’s also a reminder of why adoption matters. Every animal that finds a forever home frees up space for another who needs it.
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