He’s pulled dogs out of drains, rushed to stranded sheep on the highway, sat in courtrooms fighting for justice, and answered calls in the early hours of New Year’s Day….
Hero in my Hood has kicked off 2026 with a meaningful posters project that supports animal welfare organisations! South Africa (01 February 2026) – Hero in my Hood is…
Love pours in for animal hero Diego as he recovers from a serious accident involving a taxi driver. Cape Town, South Africa (22 January 2026) – Kennel men are…
Steve and Daniel need to act quickly. They’re heading out to sea to save the monkeys before they hit international waters. Richards Bay, KZN (16 September 2025) – An…
One night, while worrying about animals without shelter during a terrible storm, a heartwarming idea was born. Today, that once-small idea is the Purple Kennel Project, a movement that’s put…
295 dogs and 505 humans united for one powerful promenade stroll in Sea Point and raised a small fortune for a charity carrying the veterinary care of Khayelitsha’s pets on…
When rescues happen, it’s often the act itself that takes the spotlight. Less often are we privy to the perspective of the rescuers. Recently, Field Officer Solly of the Tshwane…
Despite serious rain in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, Mpophomeni’s kids weren’t deterred from getting their animals to Funda Nenja for dog school or veterinary help. Mpophomeni, South Africa (16 April…
Heroes with paws, part of the K9 Search and Rescue Association of South Africa, suited up and prepared for the skies, thanks to their adorable (though if the dogs ask…
A new cohort of four-legged heroes got to enjoy their Guide Dogs’ Graduation recently. Now, they’re well on their way to helping humans who need them most. Johannesburg, South…
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"And now we welcome the new year. Full of things that have never been." - Rainer Maria Rilke
