The SPCA won a case in December against a man who attacked a dog with a panga, leaving it to die an angonising death.
Sibongile Papu of Extension 6 tied a piece of rope around the dog’s neck, beat it with a golf club and then
proceeded to hack at it with a large panga knife. The dog fought to get away but was overcome.
The SPCA won a case in December against a man who attacked a dog with a panga, leaving it to die an angonising death.
Sibongile Papu of Extension 6 tied a piece of rope around the dog’s neck, beat it with a golf club and then
proceeded to hack at it with a large panga knife. The dog fought to get away but was overcome.
The female cross-breed dog had apparently killed his chicken, which had wandered onto the dog owners’
property.
When the dog owner offered to pay for the chicken, Papu refused and proceeded to pursue the animal.
Neighbours and passersby saw what was happening and phoned the SPCA who dispatched a staff member
to the scene.
Upon arrival the SPCA staff found the dog still breathing, going in to shock and unable to move. The police were also phoned but did not arrive.
“We get a lot of cases of people attacking animals out of anger or revenge,” says SPCA Chairperson, Brenda Lisk.
“We must remember that it is not the animal’s fault. This dog was on its own property and acted instinctively.
“Mr Papu’s actions were unnecessary and cruel. The SPCA’s approach is usually one of education, but in this case, the full hand of the law must be extended.”
In December 2009 Papu pleaded guilty to six offences under the Animals Protection Act No.71 of 1962.
He is yet to be sentenced, but the SPCA has requested denial of ownership of any animals for the maximum
period.
Please report all cruelty cases to the SPCA immediately on 046 622 3233 or 079 037 3466 (for emergencies
after hours). If you don’t do it, who will?
