The SPCA Tshwane operates solely on donations, caring for more than 400 animals each month.

Despite having a limited staff of 38 members and a fleet of seven vehicles, it extends its services across a vast area spanning 6,400 square kilometres. This area encompasses locations ranging from Brits to Bela Bela, and from Bronkhorstspruit to Olievenhoutbosch.

SPCA Tshwane provides a vital service to the communities across the city and beyond, from taking in surrendered pets to site inspections and interventions to save vulnerable animals. They are pleading with the public to help with dog jerseys and fleecy blankets in this bitterly cold weather.

It receives no funding from the government, with all funds coming from donations, adoptions and fundraising events.

SPCA Tshwane runs at R800 000 per month and services an area of 6 400 square kilometres, from Brits to Bela Bela, and Bronkhorstspruit to just before Midrand.

The regional SPCA has two branches in the city: Centurion and Waltloo in the east of Pretoria.

To run the facility, the organisation has a bi-weekly market on Thursdays and has charity shops and stalls selling household items from donations.

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