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Man sentenced for cruelty to 68 Boerboels in Hartenbos The Garden Route SPCA has welcomed the sentencing of a man found guilty of breeding and neglecting 68 Boerboels in appalling conditions. The case, which highlights the ongoing issue of irresponsible breeding and animal cruelty, serves as a stern warning to those who fail to provide…

Boerboel breeder sentenced in South Africa The dogs were crammed into tiny enclosures surrounded by electric fencing, many with inadequate shelter and little to no bedding GARDEN ROUTE NEWS – Mossel Bay businessman and owner of Plaaswag Boerboele Lionel Marais, who was found guilty of animal cruelty charges in July last year, was sentenced on…

Full list of Banned Dog Breeds in the UK Full list of Banned Dog Breeds in the UK: Which Breeds are Legal? The full list of banned dog breeds in the UK. Which breeds are illegal or banned? Learn which dog breeds are banned and the history of banning dog breeds in the UK. In…

Are Boerboels Legal in the UK? “Are Boerboels legal in the UK?” is a common question we see on social media and online. The simple answer is yes. Boerboels have not been covered specifically by breed under the UK Dangerous Dogs legislation. The original legislation, Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 (as amended 1997 and 2024) does…

Boerboel breeder sentencing postponed again in South Africa Boerboel breeder sentencing postponed again in South Africa. Marais was found guilty in July this year after 68 Boerboels in various stages of neglect were removed from Plaaswag Boerboele in May 2022 by the Garden Route SPCA. MOSSEL BAY NEWS – The sentencing of a Mossel Bay…

Police officer faces serious charges for neglecting boerboels in South Africa Police officer faces serious charges for neglecting boerboels in South Africa A police officer has breached one of society’s most fundamental and caring protections, the humane treatment of animals, resulting in the confiscation of two boerboels and a third dog, Cape {town} Etc reports. Despite…

Boerboel breeder found guilty of animal cruelty in South Africa Boerboel breeder found guilty of animal cruelty in South Africa The Mossel Bay Magistrate’s Court found him guilty of three counts of animal cruelty in terms the Animal Protection Act 71 of 1962. GARDEN ROUTE NEWS – A local businessman and owner of Plaaswag Boerboele…

Boerboel Breeder convicted in landmark Tail Maiming & Neglect Prosecution in South Africa Boerboel Breeder convicted in landmark Tail Maiming & Neglect Prosecution in South Africa The owner of 68 severely neglected Boerboels, Mr Lionel Marais of Plaaswag Boerboels in the Western Cape, was found guilty as charged by the Mosselbay Magistrates’ Court on 10…

SPCA takes boerboel breeders to court in South Africa SPCA takes boerboel breeders to court in South Africa The owners of the facility are facing several charges of animal cruelty under the Animals Protection Act No 71 of 1962, including the failure to provide the animals in their care with sufficient food and necessary veterinary…

Tackling Tail Maiming in South Africa Tackling Tail Maiming in South Africa The NSPCA Special Projects Unit recently conducted a crucial inspection at the recent SABBS (South African Boerboel Breeders Society) Show and Appraisal. The Special Projects Unit, along with Vereeniging & Vanderbijlpark SPCA and Sedibeng K9 Unit, executed the inspection under warrant.  View this…