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The Citizen
4 days ago
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Participants geared up for Durban and Coast SPCA Kennel Sleepover
DURBAN residents Claudette Lingenfelder and Robyn Meloni are among those who will brave the night at the Durban & Coast SPCA Kennel Sleepover on Saturday, August 16, and are looking for sponsors to support their fundraising efforts. 'Yip, I'm back for my favourite, fluffiest fundraiser,' said Meloni, who will spend Saturday night at the Springfield Park premises for the third time. She said, 'For one night, I'll be swapping my cosy bed for a kennel – all in the name of raising funds for the animals in care at the SPCA Durban & Coast. You can get involved too. 'Adopt' me for the night and help me reach my target of R10 000, although I'm going to aim to match or surpass my 2024 amount of R15 000.' Lingenfelder is looking to raise a minimum of R3500 by 'spending 24 hours in a cage at the SPCA'. The passionate animal lover said, 'I'm doing this to understand a small part of what they go through. Hundreds of animals are abandoned or surrendered to shelters on a daily basis. They go from loving, warm homes to being put in a cages – and in some instances put down. 'Please help by supporting this initiative to raise funds. Every rand counts and your donation goes directly to the SPCA to help re-home these animals, cover veterinary bills (as some animals surrendered come through in terrible condition), food, shelter and rescuing animals from dangerous and neglectful situations. Help me turn one night of discomfort into a lifetime of comfort for them.' Also Read: Coffee Cats Café launched under new management at Durban SPCA Lingenfelder and Meloni will be joined by 14 other participants in the kennels at the Springfield Park premises, which will be open to visitors from 16:00 to 18:00. First time sleepover guest is Durban & Coast SPCA spokesperson, Tanya Fleischer. 'I organise it every year and I like to give back in some way. I love animals and the SPCA and earlier this year I raised funds at the 10km ABSA Run Your City event in Durban. When you think that our SPCA sees more than 13 000 homeless animals through our doors each year, some abandoned, some unwanted, some living on the streets and collected, some abused, hungry, cold, frightened, this is what makes nights like this so important,' she said. To support Lingenfelder, visit her fundraising page and to 'adopt' Meloni visit ***Good to know**** 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 Berea Mail, follow us on Facebook, X and 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!
