Our Stats for the Month of January 2018: 21 surrenders 5 strays 2 from other rescue orgs 1 in foster care We homed 9 dogs for the month (Codi, Shiya, Skye, Talini, Leah, Storm, Maya, Misty, Spice).
Reasons You Were Denied Adoption
So your adoption was denied and getting told “no” is difficult in any scenario, but remember: A shelter’s first priority is looking out for its animals’ well-being. Rejection is frustrating. Whether you’re applying for a loan, asking for a date or even trying to adopt a pet, that getting-the-door-slammed-in-your-face feeling is tough. Though it’s natural…
Our Adoption Policy & Procedure
Thank you for taking the time to fill out our application and for considering a rescued animal. The application contains many questions concerning various facets of husky ownership. This is so that we can match potential adopters with animals that they will be compatible with, and to avoid the undue stress (for you and the animal)…
Nova is in good spirits
Nova went to the vet for a check up – thanks Billy Scheepers for being his chauffeur. Nova was in good spirits and definitely feeling better. However he still has a long way to go. His skin is improving but still itchy so he requires regular dipping with sebaderm. He is still full of parasites so is…
Mental Stimulation Ideas For Dogs
Here are some great ideas on how keep your dog/s mentally stimulated Dogs need both mental and physical exercise to be balanced and healthy. Finding ways to do this can be challenging. Understanding the need for and providing opportunities for physical exercise is relatively common knowledge among dog owners. But the concept that having a…
The Heart of One who Loves
I need a hand to hold, an ear to listen and a heart that understands NOVA needs your help, he was picked up by R.A.D during their outreach work in Grabouw on the 24th of January and they are asking us to help, how can we say no?
Beautiful Misty went to her new home
Beautiful Misty went to her new home and met her much older brother Levi. He was a bit unsure at first but soon accepted that she wasn’t going to be a threat to his position and is accepting her. The two girls are in for a BIG surprise!!!
Dog Flu Outbreak in the USA – What All Dog Owners Need To Know
Dog Flu … Bird flu, swine flu, MRSA, the Zombie apocalypse… in this internet age, we are constantly bombarded with warnings of the biological downfall of civilization. But if you’re like me, I never take the panic to heart, however real the threat may or may not be. (If I catch the flu, it’s nothing…
Adopting A Husky: What To Expect
Adopting a Husky or a Snow Dog is a wonderful way of helping a dog who may otherwise face the reality of being put to death. Sadly, Huskies and Malamutes end up dumped off in shelters for no other reason than people get these dogs without doing any research or giving thought to what it…
Resource Guarding
Resource guarding is attributed to 44% of all dog bites to children under the age of 6. It’s not a fun behavior to manage, and in severe cases it’s a major liability. The advice in this article is only recommended for dogs with mild resource guarding. Does your dog guard their food? Do they get stiff and…
The power of love and new beginnings for Leah
The power of love and new beginnings for Leah who came into Husky Rescue Cape Town last year. The amazing Peggie Chan fostered her and made it official today that Leah is a FOSTER FAIL. What a transformation!!
Bidding Farewell to Natai
It took nearly 3 years of dedication and patience but we were delighted to announce that Natai left us on the 26th of December to go to his forever home in Cape Town, many happy tears were shed and we will miss your antics at the Haven.
Valentine MOPSI is 9 years old
10 Great Reasons to Open Your Heart to a Senior Pet (by Dr Becker) 1) OLDER DOGS HAVE MANNERS. Unlike puppies, many grown-up dogs have spent years living with a family and being socialized to life with humans. They may have received obedience training and respond to commands like Sit, Stay, and Down. Many are…