Animals cannot speak for themselves — but you can speak for them.
If you witness neglect, abuse, or any situation where an animal is suffering, please report it to the Vereeniging & Vanderbijlpark SPCA immediately.
Your call could save a life.
How to Report Cruelty
To report a cruelty complaint, please contact us:
📞 016 422 1505 (Office) or 083 292 5862 (24/7 Emergency Line)
📧 info@spca-ver.co.za
🏢 58 General Smuts Avenue, Duncanville, 1939
When reporting cruelty, please provide as much information as possible:
- The exact location or address
- A clear description of the animal(s) involved
- The nature of the concern or abuse
- Any photos or videos (if it is safe to take them)
- Your contact details (kept strictly confidential)
This information helps our Inspectors respond quickly and effectively.
Your Details Are Confidential – We understand the fear of retaliation in certain communities.
The SPCA never discloses the identity of a complainant unless we have your written permission to do so, and only if required for legal proceedings.
You may remain anonymous if needed — your safety matters to us.
What Happens After You Report Cruelty
Once we receive your report:
- An SPCA Inspector assesses the urgency and severity.
- An inspection is conducted as soon as possible.
- Where necessary, our Inspectors may issue warnings, remove animals in distress, or pursue criminal charges in terms of the Animals Protection Act 71 of 1962.
- All cases are documented, monitored, and followed up to ensure compliance and animal welfare.
Our team is trained, authorised, and committed to protecting animals through lawful enforcement action.
What Is Considered Animal Cruelty?
You should report:
- Animals without food, water, shelter, or vet care
- Injured, sick, or abandoned animals
- Neglect, hoarding, or poor living conditions
- Beatings, abuse, or intentional harm
- Dogfighting or any organised animal fighting
- Animals kept in chains, confined spaces, or dangerous environments
- Livestock welfare concerns
- Any situation where an animal is suffering or in distress
If you are unsure whether something is cruelty — report it anyway. We will assess it.
We Rely on Your Eyes and Your Voice
The SPCA receives no government funding to perform Inspectorate work.
We rely on the public to report cruelty and on donors to help us continue the fight against animal abuse.
By reporting cruelty, you make a direct difference in the lives of animals who cannot ask for help.