AB Petsitting Services

15/03/2026

I dont have words. Rest easy my girl. You were the most loved baby i ever knew. No more pain. Delia Garrett Du Preez

07/03/2026

Well done to our sitter Cindy Boucher

05/03/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Craig View Veterinary Clinic Easter Egg Charity Challenge Issues Warrant of Arrest for Ward Councillor Mary Goby: A Reluctant Step in the Pursuit of Charity

Craig View Veterinary Clinic, organizers of the annual Easter Egg Charity Challenge, today regretfully announces the issuance of a Warrant of Arrest for Ward Councillor Mary Goby of Benoni.

This action, authorized under special permissions from the local magistrate, stems from the pledge made by Councillor Goby to donate 100 boxes of Easter eggs to support vulnerable children and families in the Ekurhuleni community this holiday season.

Councillor Mary Goby, representing City of Ekurhuleni, is widely known for her tireless advocacy on behalf of residents, particularly in addressing service delivery issues such as electricity outages, water leaks.

As a dedicated Democratic Alliance (DA) councillor, she has earned a reputation as a hardworking and responsive leader, often acting as a direct line of support for her constituents in Benoni.

Her efforts have been praised in local media for contributing to a more functional metro compared to neighboring areas, and she has been instrumental in pushing for improvements in infrastructure and public services.

“We deeply regret having to issue this warrant against such an honest and committed politician,” said Dr. Bull, lead organizer of the Easter Egg Charity Challenge at Craig View Veterinary Clinic. “Councillor Goby’s contributions to the community are invaluable, and it’s with a heavy heart that we take this step.

However, the spirit of the challenge is to hold everyone accountable for their promises—no exceptions—in order to maximize donations for those in need.

We hope this serves as a fun reminder to fulfill pledges and inspire others to join in.”
Bail for Councillor Goby has been set at 100 boxes of Easter eggs, which must be delivered to Councillor Goby or Craig View Veterinary Clinic (clearly marked MG) no later than March 23, 2026.

04/03/2026

🌸🐾 EASTER & SCHOOL HOLIDAYS ARE APPROACHING 🐾🌸

With the Autumn School Break (28 March – 7 April 2026) and the Easter Weekend (Good Friday 3 April & Family Day 6 April) ahead, many families are preparing for a well-deserved getaway.

If you're travelling, choose professional, structured pet care you can trust.

💗 AB Petsitting Services
We take care of your pets like you do
Est. 2008

For your peace of mind:
✔️ Professional Stay-in Pet Sitting
✔️ Daily & Twice-Daily Visits
✔️ Intensive Care Options
✔️ Carefully Selected Sitters
✔️ Sitters trained and required to pass our in-house assessment programme

All AB sitters complete structured training and must successfully pass a written competency assessment before being entrusted with clients’ homes and pets. We believe your pets deserve knowledgeable, capable and confident caregivers.

As an established service since 2008, we pride ourselves on reliability, discretion and genuine love for animals.

📅 Holiday spaces are limited and high-demand dates fill quickly.
📩 Contact us directly to secure your booking.
Travel with confidence.

Come home to happy, settled pets. 🐶🐱✨

04/03/2026

Well done Laurelle Kathleen Litkie

27/02/2026

Day 8 – Kaizer 🤍

This will be my final update.

We took our boy to the vet today to go to heaven.

He woke up very sore this morning. I gave him soft tinned food for breakfast, and then we got ready to go. The moment he saw his lead, he got so excited. When he saw the car door open, he was even more excited. I had to help him into the car because his legs just didn’t want to cooperate.

We stopped at McDonald’s for a cheeseburger and an ice cream — but they didn’t have ice cream 😪 so he got two cheeseburgers instead. He loved them.

At the vet we weighed him. 28.7kg. He had lost another 2.3kg since last Friday.

Dr Sam was incredible — so gentle and kind. My son and I held him, told him how much we love him and what an amazing boy he has been for the 9 years we had the privilege of caring for him.

He went to heaven peacefully, surrounded by love, at 10:50 this morning.

My heart is shattered into a million pieces. The house is so quiet. I can’t stand being here. I just want my boy back. But I know this was the right decision. Keeping him longer would have been unfair. He was always our first priority.

Thank you to everyone who helped financially — we are so grateful. And to my dear friend who took us to the vet last week and again today… you are so special to me ❤️

Dr Sam will call when we can fetch Kaizer’s ashes.

Forever my boy. 🤍

26/02/2026

Day 7 with Kaizer 🤍

Today he slept most of the day. My brave boy only got up once to go outside to the toilet. Even though he is so sore and so tired, he still won’t make a mess in the house. That’s just who he is.

We are waiting on confirmation of the last donation that was promised directly to the vet tonight. Once I receive proof of payment, tomorrow will be 100% confirmed. Tomorrow we will say goodbye. Tomorrow he will finally be free from his pain.

My boy is tired.

He doesn’t know what tomorrow means. He doesn’t know that we will never see him again. And I am completely breaking inside.

I know with everything in me that this is the right thing to do. But there’s a selfish part of me that just wants to keep him here. Just a little longer. So I can rub him. So when I’m hurting, he can still be my comfort. He has been my rock for 9 years.

He leaves behind his brothers Bailey (9) and Bacon (3), and his sister Sophia (11). And then there’s me and my two 2-legged boys who don’t know how we’re supposed to walk into a house that doesn’t have that goofy face waiting at the door.

How do we drive past McDonald’s again without thinking of how much he loved their ice cream?

Tonight I used the last of my money to buy him a big steak. Medium rare, just the way he deserves it. I mixed it with rice and he gobbled it up. I could give his pain meds without worrying because his tummy was full.

Tonight my boy goes to sleep with a full belly.

Tomorrow, before the vet, we will stop one last time for his favourite ice cream. A few final spoils for the best dog in the whole world.

I will never love another dog the way I love Kaizer. 🤍

Edit: I just received the proof of payment.

25/02/2026

Day 6 with Kaizer 🤍

This is one of the hardest updates I’ve ever had to write.

An incredible angel who wishes to remain anonymous has offered to cover Kaizer’s euthanasia costs. I am beyond grateful. That kindness means more than I can explain.

We have made a preliminary booking with Craigview Veterinary Hospital for Friday.

But we urgently still need funds for his cremation.

The cremation cost is approximately R1800.
So far, R390 has been donated.
That means we still need about R1 410, and we basically have one day to raise it.

If the cremation is not paid, they will not cremate him — and I desperately need to bring my boy back home.

If you would like to help, you can:
• Pay directly into the vet’s account (I can send the banking details). Please send me proof of payment so I can tally everything and update when we’ve reached the full amount.
OR
• Pay into my account (I can send those banking details as well). My number is 068 218 7559

Kaizer is not good today. This evening I noticed his right front leg is now swollen, and I don’t know what’s causing it. He is tired. I don’t want to say goodbye to my dog… but keeping him here while he is struggling would be selfish.

If you’ve only recently started following our journey, you can read from the beginning on Kaizer’s page here:
https://www.facebook.com/share/1DWRzpbY5S/

Please, if you can, have compassion for my boy. Help me give him a peaceful rest and bring him home with dignity.

Thank you to every single person walking this road with us. 🤍

Kaizer is our 9-year-old German Shepherd entering his final chapter. This page shares daily updates.

24/02/2026

Hi everyone 🤍

I’ve been a little quiet on here lately. The past while has been heavy, and I needed to focus on what’s right in front of me — especially Kaizer. We’re still taking things one day at a time with him. Some days are harder than others, but he’s still here, still loved, and still surrounded by everything familiar and comforting.

Thank you to everyone who has checked in, supported us, and kept us in your thoughts. It truly means more than I can explain.

Even through everything, AB Petsitting is still running with the same love and dedication as always. Caring for animals isn’t just my work — it’s my heart. If you’re planning a trip or need trusted, compassionate pet care, I’m here.

Life has reminded me lately how fragile and precious time is. So for now, we’re choosing presence, patience, and one day at a time 🤍

If you’re also carrying something heavy, please know you’re not alone.

23/02/2026

💔 Kaizer Deserves a Dignified Goodbye

Many of you have been walking this journey with us and supporting the previous BackaBuddy campaign. From the bottom of my heart, thank you. I closed that campaign because Kaizer’s needs have now changed.

Kaizer has been diagnosed with discospondylitis, along with hip dysplasia and severe arthritis. Over the past few days, his condition has deteriorated so quickly. He is struggling to use his legs, standing is wobbly and painful, and even going outside takes so much out of him.

Some moments he still shows a tiny spark — a brief interest in his ball, a little look in his eyes that reminds me of my boy — but it fades so quickly. The vet has given pain medication for a month, but watching how fast he is declining, I don’t want him to endure weeks of suffering just because my heart isn’t ready.

Loving him means protecting him from pain.

I truly believe:
“Better a week too early than a day too late.”

I have started a new BackaBuddy campaign to help cover the costs of his euthanasia and cremation, so Kaizer can leave this world peacefully, with dignity, and surrounded by love.

If you are able to donate or simply share, it would mean more than I can say. Every share helps. Every small donation helps.

🔗 https://www.backabuddy.co.za/campaign/kaizer-deserves-a-dignified-goodbye

Thank you for holding us up during this heartbreaking time. Please keep my beautiful boy in your thoughts. 🤍🐾

Kaizer has been a beloved companion for many years, bringing joy, love, and laughter to everyone around him. Earlier, we ran a “Back a Buddy” campaig...

22/02/2026

Kaizer is our 9-year-old German Shepherd entering his final chapter. This page shares daily updates.