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ANIMAL WELFARE
Swellendam SPCA is dedicated to the promotion of good animal welfare and prevention of cruelty to animals. Our Society educates the public, exposes perpetrators of cruelty, enforces the Animal Protection Act and promotes responsibility, care and compassion for all animals. Cruelty does not only affect pets, it also affects farm animals and wildlife.
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Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals
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Freedom from Hunger and Thirst - by ready access to fresh water and a diet to maintain full health and vigour. |
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Freedom from Discomfort - by providing an appropriate environment including shelter and a comfortable resting area. |
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Freedom from Pain, Injury or Disease - by prevention or rapid diagnosis and treatment. |
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Freedom to Express Normal Behaviour - by providing sufficient space, proper facilities and company of the animal's kind own. |
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Freedom from Fear and Distress - by ensuring conditions and treatment which avoid mental suffering. |
Swellendam SPCA believes that animal welfare, whether for pets, farm animals, animals in transit, or at a place of slaughter should be considered in terms of the 'five freedoms':