Fostering Animals

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“To stop the spread of disease, we need to face the problem together. When our community stands united, real change happens.”

Fostering Animals helps ensure that animals in need receive timely care, protection, and support.

Providing support and guidance for animals in need.

The organisation assists animals through:

• Assisting animals in need
• Running feeding schemes for hungry or abandoned animals
• Rescuing pets in distress or neglect
• Handling medical emergencies for pets and strays
• Responding to dog-fighting incidents
• Providing help when a veterinarian isn’t available
• Participating in the Steri-Thon event

Fostering Animals guides the public on the correct steps to take in each situation and, when necessary, intervenes to ensure animals receive the care and protection they need.

Through expert advice and hands-on support, Fostering Animals plays a vital role in improving the welfare of animals in Gansbaai and the surrounding areas.

Steri-Thon

Fostering Animals plays a central role in Gansbaai Steri-Thon, ensuring that every animal participating receives the care and attention it needs. 

During scheduled events, the organisation assists in:

• Preparing and caring for animals before and after sterilisation procedures
• Administering sterilisation, deworming, tick and flea control, and rabies vaccinations
• Running feeding schemes for hungry or abandoned animals brought to the event
• Rescuing pets in distress or neglected conditions identified during the Steri-Thon
• Handling medical emergencies alongside veterinarians
• Responding to urgent situations, including dog-fighting injuries
• Educating the public on responsible pet ownership and proper post-care
• Supporting Steri-Thon’s pay-it-forward initiative to help animals whose owners cannot afford treatment

By coordinating with veterinarians, volunteers, and the community, Steri-Thon not only provides sterilisation and basic medical care but also addresses the wider welfare needs of each animal.

Here are ways you can be involved in Steri-Thon:

• Book a sterilisation appointment for your pet: Call Dee Henderson - 081 753 5868.
• Donate to support Steri-Thon’s pay-it-forward goals for those who don’t have a voice or finances. As mentioned earlier, these funds will be used for all animals in need. Strays and ones with loving owners.
• Contribute to the wish list (cardboard boxes, newspapers, blankets, and old towels)
• Volunteer your time: Call Sheryll Steyn - 072 808 8145
• Share information about the event with as many people as possible

Buy a Paw / Sponsor an Animal:

• Buy a Paw: R10, R20, R50, R100, or R250
• Sponsor an animal: R700

Bank Details:

• Bank: First National Bank
• Account Name: Steri-Thon
• Account Number: 6317 588 5591
• Reference: Your Name

Remember, when the community stands together and provides hands-on involvement, it gives every participating animal a healthier future and reinforces the project’s goal: a safer, more compassionate Gansbaai for all pets and their owners.

Why Sterilise Your Pet?

Fostering Animals encourages pet sterilisation.

Sterilisation is one of the most responsible things you can do as a pet owner. Neutering and spaying prevent unwanted litters, reduce the number of stray animals on the streets, and help curb the overpopulation of dogs and cats.

The Problem with Irresponsible Breeding

Uncontrolled or irresponsible breeding contributes heavily to overpopulation. Puppies and kittens are often born without homes, left to fend for themselves, or even abandoned. Some end up in shelters, and many do not survive. 

Sterilisation is a simple and effective way to stop this cycle and ensure every animal has a safe, loving environment.

Beyond population control, sterilisation improves your pet’s health, lowers the risk of certain cancers, and can reduce aggressive or territorial behaviours. 

By choosing to sterilise, you are giving your pet a healthier, happier life and helping build a safer, more compassionate community for all animals.

Partners

Fostering Animals partners with the following businesses and organisations for Steri-Thon:

• Overstrand Animal Action (OAA)
• South African Animal Welfare Inspectorate Association (SAAWIA)
• Vets@Gansbaai
• FirstRand Volunteers
• EberVet
• Ellis Real Estate 
• Xplorio
• Volunteers from the Community

Donations

Fostering Animals thanks you for your interest.

Every donation, no matter how small, goes towards the organisation reaching its goals.

Bank Details:

• Account Holder: Fostering Animals
• Bank: Nedbank
• Account Number: 131 895 9993
• Branch Code: 198765
• Reference: Your Name

Wish List:

• Dog Food (dry, canned, fresh, frozen)
• F10 Ointments & Sprays
• Tick, Flea & Deworming Tablets 
• Dog & Cat Crates
• Cat Traps
• Kennels
• Blankets
• Pillows
• Towels
• Cardboard Boxes
• Newspapers
• Feeding Bowls
• Ice Cream Tubs
• Toys

Any items you wish to donate can be dropped off at the Gansbaai Tourism Office or at Pet Food Express (please state they are for Fostering Animals).