Aacl
Animals in Durban North

It is South Africa's second largest independent Animal Welfare Organization, relying entirely on the generosity and goodwill of the animal-loving public for financial support. The Animal Anti-Cruelty League (AACL), has been protecting and caring for animals since 1956.

We have always preferred the method of education before prosecution and where necessary, our inspectors readily impart advice to the public, which will assist them in the correct care of their animals. In some instances, it is necessary for the inspectorate to confiscate animals and depending on the circumstances, the League may prosecute the owner under the Animals Protection Act. Their mobile clinics regularly visit disadvantaged areas and treat animals in need at a minimal fee. Awareness campaigns, which address issues such as the importance of sterilisation, are ongoing and it is mandatory that every pet is sterilised by the AACL, before being re-homed. Many schools visit our headquarters and our inspectors and education officers visit schools regularly, to educate learners on the importance of animal welfare issues and pet care responsibilities. A non-profit making organisation, and do not receive a subsidy from the government. The Animal Anti-Cruelty League has been protecting and caring for animals since All monies donated or raised, are parsimoniously managed, to ensure that every Rand is accounted for and makes the difference to as many needy animals as possible. We are an organization that gets involved with all aspects of animal welfare. Operate welfare hospitals and provide primary veterinary case for lower income groups. Regularly address schools and clubs on the challenges of animal welfare. Hundreds of animals are treated each week during consulting hours. The income generated from fund raising subsidizes such cases. The hospital ward has isolation units and two hundred individual cages for animals requiring hospitalization. All calls received from the public relating to suspected cruelty are investigated. As the Animal Anti-Cruelty League is an independent organisation there is no maximum holding period. Every effort is made to ensure that animals are well taken care of during their time with us. At the Johannesburg Society, we have exercise runs, constructed on grass, and our dogs and pups are given the opportunity on a rotational basis, to spend quality time in a natural environment. For corporates to take with them the knowledge that they have personally benefited the animals that are in the care of the League. To shift their expectations of a welfare organization, i.e. During 2006, the Johannesburg Society launched a unique Old Age Village for their more mature cats and dogs. The village is located on grass, with well equipped Wendy houses providing snug and warm sleeping quarters. These more mature pets, while still being available for adoption, are provided with a quality age-appropriate lifestyle during their time with the AACL, away from the hierarchical pressures of younger and more dominant animals. With your help, we can continue improving the lives of animals. Boss became the mascot of the League when he was rescued by a passing motorist who had seen him lying on the side of the road, for 3 days, initially presuming him dead.