Kindness Rules After Wheels Stolen Off SPCA's Dog Trailers

Photo Credit: Kimberly SPCA / DBV

Support got the wheels turning for the Kimberly SPCA, after theft caused a major setback in their work protecting and assisting the community’s vulnerable animals.

Northern Cape, South Africa (23 June 2026) – It hasn’t been an easy month for SPCAs in South Africa.

Earlier this month, a theft left the Vereeniging and Vanderbijlpark SPCA without essential items.

This week, the Kimberley SPCA was hit by a crime too, when thieves stole the wheels off both of their dog trailers, which allow the inspectorate to respond to emergencies, rescue animals, and transport them safely.

It is an incredibly sad and unfair scenario when organisations that work to support the needy are struck by thoughtless crimes like these.

“Those trailers are our lifelines. Without them, our ability to respond to emergencies, rescue animals in distress, and transport them to safety is severely compromised. By stealing from us, these culprits didn’t just take pieces of metal or tyre—they took away a vital tool used to save lives.” the Kimberly SPCA shared.

There is a golden thread that runs through both of these stories. It is the incredible support that South Africans show when animals are in need.

Support has flooded the Vereeniging SPCA in the past few days. Blanket and food donations have piled up, all stolen items were replaced, and the property was able to bolster its security. Read about that here.

Another wave of kindness washed over the Kimberly SPCA, too.

After sharing that the theft had left them unable to adequately respond to animals in need, supporters quickly stepped in to ease the burden. Teams rushed to replace the stolen wheels, and two anonymous donors stepped in with funds to help cover the new wheels – including a spare!

“To everyone who shared our plight, sent kind words, or offered support: THANK YOU. You turned a terrible situation into a beautiful reminder of local spirit. We are fully mobile and back to doing what we do best for the animals!” the SPCA shared in a happy update.

Each day, we are bowled over by the compassion of South Africans – especially when it comes to looking out for vulnerable, four-legged souls. We’ll always be the loudest and proudest nation of animal lovers.

“When we discovered our dog trailers’ wheels had been stolen, our hearts sank. It’s tough when an organisation dedicated to helping vulnerable animals is targeted. But our incredible community reminded us that kindness always wins!”