NATIONAL NEWS - The Centurion SPCA rescued 10 puppies from a stormwater pipe in the Kloofsig area in Centurion, Rekord Centurion reports
SPCA inspector Diale Ratsela said the rescue team worked for about an hour to save the pups as their protective mother looked on.
Ratsela said a resident had reported hearing the puppies crying in the pipe near the Tek Base military facility to the SPCA.
The puppies are currently at Centurion SPCA awaiting a medical check-up by veterinarians on Thursday.
“I am however confident that they will all be in good health,” Ratsela said.
“It appeared that the mother had given birth in the pipe.”
Ratsela said he had used dog food to lure the pups out.
“The mother was very protective and was watching my every move.”
He said when the pups were taken to the SPCA, they appeared in good condition.
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