08/10/2025
HOW TO ADOPT FROM THE PIETERMARITZBURG SPCA
1. To adopt a pet from the SPCA, you must be over the age of 18, your property must be fully enclosed, you must be able to afford the services of a private vet and you must have your own transport to take your pet to the vet.
2. Adoption fees are R850 for male and female dog. R550 for a male or female cat.
3. There is an upfront nonrefundable Re 100 fee in order for the SPCA to attend to the pre home inspection property check.
4. Each successful adoption from an SPCA includes spaying or neutering, de-worming, vaccinations, a physical exam, Identity Tag.
4. ID and proof of residence is required with the completion of the adoption application.
5. A meet and greet between your current pet and your prospect adoption pet is imperative as part of the adoption process
6. IF all works out and your adopted pet is ready for its forever home, you will be notified and you can continue the adoption process.
7. The SPCA Pietermaritzburg, has the right to approve or decline an adoption application as being the current owners on many grounds as questions truthfully answered and full disclosure of previous animals owned, forms the basis of a decision
PLEASE NOTE:
๐ Adoptions outside of our area are allowed, but prospective adoptive families need to be able and willing to travel to the kennels in person to meet and collect the dog. Home check needs to be approved by their local SPCA.
๐ We DO NOT ADOPT PUPPIES or KITTENS outside our area of operation.
๐ If you can't adopt and would like to donate:
Pietermaritzburg SPCA
Bank: STANDARD BANK CURRENT ACCOUNT
Bank Code: 057525
Account:250068052