NPO to host ‘pawty’
NEERI Naidoo, co-founder of Phoenix Animal Care and Treatment (PACT), said in celebration of their 12th anniversary they would host a party for their dogs – with the hope of finding them foster or forever homes.
The non-profit organisation, which focuses on the rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming of abused, abandoned and unwanted animals, as well as sterilisation and education, has assisted more than 70000 animals since its establishment in 2012.
“We hope to find them homes, as for every dog who gets a home, we can save two more dogs. Right now, we have reached our intake capacity, but the demand is still so great.
“We hope people will attend the party, and not only get to play with the dogs and unwind, but to possibly meet their ‘soulmate’ in one of our dogs.
“We hope people come through and see that ‘second-hand’ dogs do make first-class pets,” she said.
Naidoo said there would also be fun activities for the whole family such as jumping castles for the children, a cupcake-decorating stand, and photo-and-kissing booths with the dogs.
She said the organisation was also asking for “gifts” in the form of dog or cat food.
“We use over a ton (1000kg) of food a month. It would really assist us, as we rely on the generosity of the public to aid us in our efforts to help animals in need.
“We also need volunteers to help us transport and handle the dogs on the day. We want to ensure that no dog misses out on their party,” she said.
The party will take place at William Campbell Park (opposite La Lucia Mall) on April 27, starting at 9am. For more information or to assist, contact Naidoo at 073 005 4275.