Khayelitsha animal clinic flooded following severe storm

Mdzananda Animal Clinic, based in Khayelitsha, says the current storm has caused significant damage to its clinic, leaving both their clinic and shelter flooded.

COURTESY: Mzananda Animal Clinic

The clinic says both of its hospital and theatre roofs have sustained damages amounting to R20 000, and their sterilisation clinic requires R10 000 in urgent repairs.

“These unforeseen expenses are putting immense strain on our already tight budget, and we are in urgent need of public support,” says Marcelle du Plessis, Fundraising, Communications and Programmes Executive.

Despite needing to address the damage to their facilities, the team is patrolling the community, searching for chained-up dogs, dogs at risk of drowning, and strays.

“Our commitment to helping these vulnerable animals through the storm is unwavering,” says Carolyn Dudgeon, Programmes Manager.

COURTESY: Mzananda Animal Clinic

Apart from patrolling the community, their clinic and shelter are at capacity with a large number of sick pet patients and homeless dogs and cats. The team is making sure that every animal gets the care they need to recover and to stay warm at the facility during the storm.

"We are urgently calling on compassionate individuals to help us recover from this storm’s unexpected damage costs and to continue our mission to protect and care for animals in need,” says Marcelle du Plessis, Fundraising, Communications and Programmes executive

“The Mdzananda Animal Clinic thanks the community for their compassion, generosity and support during this time. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of countless animals affected by this storm,” says du Plessis.

 

Done By: Elona Sibunzi