Posted 10 March 2013

Doggie of the Week

Homeless and pregnant Jacqueline had no choice but to have her puppies on the pavement in one of the local townships. Luckily we where alerted and where able to move her and her day old pups out of danger. She is a lovely little dog, who will great you with a huge smile and a wag in her tail. She is good with other dogs, not been exposed to cats and great with kids. She has been on treatment for TVT which means having to go to the vet every week and has become a firm favourite with all the staff. They can't believe what a lovely lady she is. She would suit a home where she can be with her people most of the day, would love a canine friend to play with and some children to watch over.

Should you be interested in adopting Jacqueline please get in touch with Denay. For contact details and directions to Uitsig please see our Contact and Map page.

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Posted 08 Janaury 2013

Pet tags

Inge, a loyal Uitsig supporter makes these gorgeous tags for our furry friends. They cost R45 each, with a name and telephone number on the back. They will ensure that if your pet goes missing the chances of being reunited are increased. Inge's cell no is 082 852 9596. For her email please This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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Posted 18 December 2012

Molly - an inspiration

Credits to Angelo Marsiglia

"Toni Pluke brought her dog Molly to her last SPCA Wiggle Waggle Walkathon this year. Molly is terminally ill and has been diagnosed with cancer. According to Toni, Molly has about three months to live so she wants to make her time as happy as possible and therefore decided to not let her miss out on the biggest dog event of the year!"

This story comes from the Cape Of Good Hope SPCA Facebook page.

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Posted 04 December 2012

Uitsig 2013 Calendar

Our calendars will be available from Monday the 10th of December at the following outlets:

  - Goedemoed Vet - Lubbe Street, Durbanville
  - Brackenfell Petshop – Fairbridge Mall, Brackenfell
  - Rondebosch vet
  - Uitsig Farm
  - Parow area – Please This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
  - Blouberg / Tableview area - Please This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
  - We can also post it to you for a small postage fee. Please This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for this.

Calendar ia A4 size and price is R100.00. All proceeds from the sale of these calendars goes to improving the lives of the rescued animals at Uitsig

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Uitsig Tip Of The Week

Cat vocabulary: understanding cats strange ways

Sharing your home with a cat can be a rewarding yet often frustrating experience. One minute they're purring away contentedly on your lap and the next they’re lashing out at you or decide to skulk off into another room! While this mixture of affection and fierce independence makes for fascinating pets, by understanding your cat’s body language, your relationship with them could be even more rewarding.

The cat's sense of smell, touch and hearing are the most important senses they have, and cats use them far more keenly than humans. They also use body language to communicate many emotions, from fear and aggression to pain and contentment. By understanding your cat's body signals and strange ways the more you appreciate their natural instincts, and the greater chance of achieving a balance between their lifestyle and yours.

An attention-seeking cat
Although cats can appear aloof they love affection as long as it's on their terms so, when a cat wants attention, she will jump up onto your lap or bed and lean against you purring (the latter normally means she wants to be stroked). She will knead at the bed or your limbs as she receives love and enjoys every minute of your undivided attention. She will blink slowly and might even lovingly nip you in enjoyment. You will know you've been accepted by a cat when they weave between your legs – this is their way of mingling both your scents. A great way to reciprocate is to blink slowly at them - which are a sign of reassurance used between cats. (Just make sure you don't stare at them as this will be perceived as a threat.) If you shower your cat with kisses from an early age it's likely they'll seek out those kisses by head-butting you.

A playful cat
A playful cat will be full of mischief – she will have boundless energy and will playfully tap at anything in her path. Claws will usually be retracted and the tail curved, moving fluidly to keep her balanced while she gets on with her antics. She may playfully crouch and stalk a toy or jump sideways-on towards the object of her play and sometimes toss it into the air with her paws and she will pull her 'prey' in toward her belly with her front paws and kick it energetically with her hind legs. A cat in play mode is mimicking 'attack'. She will have her eyes fully focused on the object she is toying with.

An angry cat
When a cat is angry she will sweep her tail in quick wide movements from side to side, her ears back and her whiskers will be drawnback against her cheeks. Her eyes will be angry slits and she will open her mouth and have her lips curled back and her teeth showing. She will have her claws out and verbally she might give a low, throaty warning growl. She may also even give you a paw swat, spit and give you a nipping bite.

A cat in hunting mode
This cat will be all ears and eyes, her attention riveted on the prey. Her body will be on the alert, all tension and her tail level with the ground with perhaps only the tip flickering in anticipation of a catch. Her head will follow every movement and when she is some distance from her prey she will only crouch slightly; as she nears it she will drop into a crawl position with her chin flattened to the ground. The ears will be pricked forward and attentive to her goal and if the prey is out of reach she might 'chatter' in frustration. Her whiskers will be very mobile..

A sleepy cat
She will move slowly and be floppy. Her eyes will only be half open and she will yawn lazily, flopping onto her side.

A hungry cat
She will weave about your legs, her tail straight up and perhaps flickering, showing her pleasure at seeing you and purr with pleasure in response to attention from you. She might rub her face up against you and even get vocal if it is mealtime and you are taking too long to dish up her dinner.

A cat in pain or sick
A cat in pain will not be very mobile and seek out a place to hide. Her tail will be drawn in close or between her legs. She will usually be in the crouch position unless it is not possible for her to crouch due to injury. Purring at this time indicates pain or illness and she might growl a warning to anyone who tries to pick her up and may even bite in defensiveness. Sick cats are normally uninterested, listless and lack appetite. Their bodies are limp, eyes dull and their fur might be standing up slightly. They also may keep their ears at an odd angle, may be breathing laboured and their tails will be hanging between their legs.

A scared cat
She will be on full alert, tense and will stare at you with dilated pupils, watching your every move. Her tail will be upright and if she feels threatened she will fluff it out, turn sideways and stand tall, arching, to look larger and more intimidating. Her ears will be flattened backwards and she will crouch to prepare herself for fleeing. When optimally scared, a cat will fluff all her body hair up and if hreatened any further she may spit and prepare to bite, lips curled and mouth open – all ready to go on the offensive. She may lash out with claws extended, aiming to hurt. (Unlike dogs who seek humans for comfort, a scared cat will rather look for a safe, dark, quiet spot to hide in.)

A happy, contented cat
A relaxed cat will have her ears upright, be gently alert, responding lazily to noises about, her eyes will serenely keep watch of things and if seated, she will be upright and her eyes will be open, watchful, blinking slowly. If she is mobile she will have a relaxed, balanced gait. Her tail will be in a relaxed question mark above her or just hanging gently in line with her body.