There has been a sharp spike in rabies in Nelson Mandela Bay and at the same time one of the area’s main shelters has been forced to drastically cut back on services because of a lack of funding and no clarity from the metro as to when or if its contract will be renewed.
Stray animals in Kariega are becoming an ever-increasing concern, with animal welfare workers saying the safety of the public and their pets is under threat.
The Nelson Mandela Bay municipality, the police and animal welfare organisations have appealed to the public not to set off fireworks during New Year celebrations as pets are often left injured or missing.