How much does it cost to adopt a dog in South Africa?

Adoption fees are R600 for cats, R800 for dogs and R940 for puppies and kittens under 6 months old. All adopted animals are sterilised, microchipped, vaccinated and dewormed. An initial non-refundable deposit of R202 must be paid to reserve the animal and once the home check has been approved, the balance must be paid.

What services do the SPCA provide?

Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA)

• Services include animal care centre, wildlife centre and unit, horse care unit, sterilization, mobile clinics, feral cat unit, education and animal healthcare.
• Can adopt dogs, cats, horses and other farm animals.

How much does it cost to adopt a dog from SPCA South Africa?

Our current adoption fee* is R1,000 for both cats & dogs (from which the R200 non-refundable deposit will be deducted). You are now at the end of the adoption process and the animal can go home after you have completed the Adoption Contract in person at our office. This is normally done when you collect the animal.

How do I surrender my dog to the SPCA in South Africa?

Giving up a pet

1. 1.) Schedule an appointment with your local BC SPCA shelter. Animals are admitted by appointment only, unless in special circumstances.
2. 2.) Get pet records and supplies ready.
3. 3.) Fill out a pet history information form.
4. 4.) At your appointment.

How much is a dog in South Africa?

The price of a single puppy ranges between R20,000 and R70,000. In Cape Town, the price of a commonly-coloured puppy is between R25,000 and R30,000, while in Johannesburg, the price range is between R30,000 and R50,000. Puppies in exotic colours fetch higher prices.

What is the full name SPCA?

Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

What animals do the SPCA look after?

SPCA stands for the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. This means any animal, whether it is a dog, cat, bird, reptile, horse, cow, sheep or goat.

What is the main task of SPCA?

preventing of cruelty to animals
As the name suggests, the SPCA’s main function is the preventing of cruelty to animals and to do this the society employs qualified inspectors, who are trained to react to any complaints when animals are alleged to have been abused.