Last week was all about paws, purpose, and protection! From vaccinations to disaster-readiness training, Mdzananda Animal Clinic and partners hit the streets of Khayelitsha to ensure this community’s beloved pets stay healthy, safe, and loved.
Cape Town, South Africa (24 March 2026) – Last week was a wonderful week in Khayelitsha! The animals and their owners received much-needed care, support, and education.
The Mdzananda Animal Clinic, together with Human World for Animals and the City of Cape Town Disaster Risk Management & Safety department, came together to make a difference in a community where people love their animals despite the odds stacked against them.
On Wednesday, the animal welfare squad organised a lively mobile clinic where they vaccinated 100 dogs and 42 cats, treated animals for ticks and fleas, and helped get unsterilised pets scheduled for sterilisation at Mdzananda’s clinic.
The best part? All of this was completely free, and there was an incredible turnout of community members who showed up eager to ensure their beloved pets received the care they deserved.
Thursday focused on sharing valuable knowledge with animal owners about how to look after their furry friends and prepare for natural disasters like floods and accidents like fires that can threaten both families and their beloved pets.
“On Thursday, we shifted our focus to education. Over 40 community members joined us for an important disaster preparedness workshop, where we shared practical guidance on fire prevention, as well as how to protect both families and pets in the event of fires or floods.”
For Khayelitsha, flooding is an unfortunate reality each winter.
“Homes are often submerged, belongings are lost, and pets can easily go missing in the chaos. By sharing this knowledge, we hope to empower the community to be better prepared and safer when disaster strikes.”
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The Mdzananda team extended a heartfelt thank you to Humane World for Animals for its continued support of their work in Khayelitsha, especially during times of crisis, as well as to the City of Cape Town Disaster Risk Management & Safety team for the invaluable knowledge shared with the community.
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