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The Citizen
6 days ago
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VIDEO: Local residents on sleepover mission for Durban and Coast SPCA
THREE Durban North residents are hoping to raise much-needed funds for the Durban & Coast SPCA at next weekend's Kennel Sleepover which will see residents brave the kennels at the association's Springfield Park premises overnight and be 'bailed' out to give back to animals in need. The event coincides with International Homeless Animals Day which aims to educate people about homeless and abandoned animals. Residents Saysha Till and Natalie Burne will be involved in their first sleepover while Senta Seele will be back for a fourth time. In all, 13 others will join them in the kennels at the Springfield Park premises which will be open to visitors from 16:00 to 18:00. Seele has set a fundraising target of R10 000 and explained why she got involved. 'Last year I raised R18 000 and while I would like to beat that, I've set the target at R10 000. My journey with the SPCA began when I was chairlady of the KZN Women In Business; the association was my charity that was voted in by our members. I worked so closely with them that I really saw a lot more into the heart of the SPCA and I've not looked back since then,' she said. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Northglen News (@northglennews) The feeling was similar for Till, whose first pet was adopted from the SPCA. 'Our first family dog came from the SPCA and I was three years old at the time. I've always known about the incredible work they do and I feel like anyone who loves animals should support them in whatever way they can,' she said. For Burne, another first-timer of the event and current president of the Umhlanga Women Achievers (UWA), getting involved was a no-brainer as she loves animals. 'I used to rescue, and I love animals, so this was something I've been wanting to do. I have visited every year because I have friends who have participated and now I can look forward to being part of the fun while raising funds for our animals. Whenever I get the opportunity I promote the SPCA as much as I can,' she said. The Durban & Coast SPCA kennel sleepover takes place on Saturday, August 16. The public can visit their friends in the kennels from 16:00 to 18:00 on the evening. To bail people out visit or go to the Durban SPCA Facebook page. For more from Northglen News, follow us on Facebook , X or Instagram. You can also check out our videos on our YouTube channel or follow us on TikTok. Click to subscribe to our newsletter – here
The Citizen
22-06-2025
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Locals to spend night in SPCA kennels for good cause
PREPARATIONS are well underway for two local residents as they get set to join around 20 others for this year's Durban & Coast SPCA Kennel Sleepover. The sleepover sees residents brave the kennels at the association's Springfield Park premises and be 'bailed' out to give back to animals in need. The sleepover coincides with International Homeless Animals Day, a day to educate people about homeless and abandoned animals. Also read: Durban & Coast SPCA unveil new mascot Senta Seele and Tilanie Grote are back for a fourth time this year and hope to raise more than R10 000 each for the SPCA. 'I bring my dog Billy with me who's been with me the last few sleepovers. What motivates me to keep coming back is meeting so many like-minded people who are all here for the same cause,' explained Grote. 'I have been involved with animal charities for over 10 years and I know the plight that is out there. I feel if there's anything I can do to help or get the word out there I'll do it for the animals. It is just one night of the year to give up.' Her thoughts were echoed by Seele. 'As much as we make it fun and lighthearted evening, ultimately it is about raising awareness. Spending the night in a small kennel you really put yourself in the dog's position, being alone and sometimes scared. A big motivation for me is getting more people involved and signed up. This year I was able to involve one of my friends. While you realise the plight of homeless animals you also get to see first-hand the amazing work the SPCA staff do on a daily basis,' she said. Good to know The Durban & Coast SPCA kennel sleepover takes place on Saturday, August 16 (15:00 to 06:00). The cost to participate is R200 per human (ages 16-17 are permitted if accompanied by a parent). There is also a R50 fee for your dog to join you. The fundraising event sees friends and family sponsor your 'adoption' out of the kennels for the goal you set – minimum R3 500) which includes dinner, fun games and a goodie bag. To book visit or go to the Durban SPCA Facebook page. For more from Northglen News, follow us on Facebook , X or Instagram. You can also check out our videos on our YouTube channel or follow us on TikTok. Click to subscribe to our newsletter – here At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
