Ella joins HESC APU unit
Poachers beware; the newest member of our K-9 anti-poaching unit will start with her training this week. Ella, now eight weeks old, is a Dutch Shepherd dog that was donated…
Ensuring the safety of our animals – a Black Mambas Update
The alarming escalation of poaching in South Africa has resulted in HESC increasingly being requested to provide sanctuary to injured and orphaned elephant and rhino calves. But, providing treatment and…
Why we love the APU dogs
It is said that dog and man initiated their relationship between 10 000 and 20 000 years ago when dog ancestors followed man throughout his migrations. Dogs are known as man’s best…
Update on Bullet, our anti-poaching puppy
Time sure does fly! This cute little bright-eyed puppy will be turning nine months soon. Bullet is not only growing fast, but he’s turning into a handsome young chap. Bullet is…
Bullet’s visit to the vet – 19 July 2016
On 19th July, we took Bullet to ProVet Wildlife Services, in Hoedspruit, for his vaccination and general examination. Dr Liesel Steinmann was the vet on call, and attended to the…