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 www.quicket.co.za or go to the Durban SPCA Facebook page.
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