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ABOUT US

Established 2008, LEAPS is a registered, non-profit animal welfare organisation.

We are dedicated to helping animals in need in the areas of Elands Bay, Lamberts Bay and Vredenburg (220km from Cape Town up the West Coast).

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WHO ARE WE?

LEAPS is a registered animal welfare non profit organisation tending to the needs of animals in the townships of Elands Bay, Lamberts Bay and Vredenburg up the West Coast, 220 kms from Cape Town. There is a population of approximately 8000 people in Vredenburg alone, with each household owning about 3 dogs.

Our team consists of 2 dedicated full time employees and a further contingent of wonderful volunteers, most of whom have full-time jobs. All of our volunteers personally visit the townships to tend to animals in need. We are entirely dependent on donations as we receive no funding from the local Municipalities or Government.

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Our aim is to educate township pet owners to better care for their pets. We are constantly fundraising to assist with the medical needs of the animals, particularly with regard to mass sterilisations, feeding programmes and providing shelter to thousands of animals. Our closest vet to two of our townships is 90kms one-way and we often have to transport ill or injured pets utilising our own vehicles. We currently walk door to door, and administer assistance in the street.

To date, we have spayed over 7500 animals, as well as assisting other surrounding towns with medical assistance and manpower for spayathons in their areas. We are also involved in education programmes for school children aimed at better caring for their pets.

LEAPS is dedicated to providing assistance and support to animals who require care and attention, such as those who are injured, abandoned, or abused. Through their efforts, LEAPS seeks to promote the welfare of animals and to foster a compassionate and humane society.

OUR TEAM

Our team consists of four dedicated full-time employees of which two are based on the West Coast by the rural communities that rely on LEAPS the most.

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Michell

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Jolene

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Rika

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Dot

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Terry

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Zelda

WANT TO GET INVOLVED?

There are multiple ways in which you can help the paw.

Not able to adopt or foster a pet?

Why not become a volunteer, make a donation, or attend one of our fundraising events?

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OUR MISSION

Our mission is to provide a better life for animals in need by ensuring they have a safe, healthy and loving home. We strive to support and empower pet owners, educate the community on responsible pet ownership and provide high-quality care and shelter to animals in need. Our ultimate goal is to create a world where every animal has a loving family that cherishes them and treats them with the care and respect they deserve.