Dawn Association NPC 2025/365511/08

20/05/2026

As members of DAWN we will ensure that anyone caught shooting, trapping or deliberately harming any wild animal is prosecuted to the full extent of the law.
Wildlife Rescue

04/05/2026

Thank you Happy Tails for raising awareness of what DAWN is working to achieve in KZN.

Across South Africa, animal welfare organisations work tirelessly to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome animals who’ve been failed by humans.

02/04/2026

Animals aren't "property"; they are sentient beings.

DAWN is leading the charge in KZN to update local bylaws to reflect this truth. By supporting us, you’re helping rewrite the legal future for every dog, cat, and horse in Durban. Your voice is their power.

Join the advocacy movement today. ➡️ Sign the Petition: https://dawnassociation.org/petition/

31/03/2026

At the heart of every DAWN decision are the Five Freedoms.🤚

1. Freedom from Hunger.
2. Freedom from Discomfort.
3. Freedom from Pain.
4. Freedom to Express Normal Behaviour.
5. Freedom from Fear.

If these principles are the foundation of your organisation, you are already one of us in spirit. Why not make it official? Let’s ensure every animal in KZN lives by these rules.

➡️ Membership info: https://dawnassociation.org/membership/

30/03/2026

‼️URGENT PETITION‼️
Please sign and share

👉We are asking EVERY animal lover to sign this very important petition to help change the animal By-Laws in KZN so we can effectively and decisively as animal rescue, change what is happening on the ground.

💙💛Cape Town has successfully done it - come on KZN, let's stand together and make real changes happen.

🐾EVERY signature is going to count. Please add yours by clicking on the link and joining as one voice to help those who do not have a voice.

https://dawnassociation.org/petition/

30/03/2026

In a world of "backyard rescues," transparency is everything.

Donors often ask: "How do I know this organisation is legit?" The answer is the DAWN Member List. Our members undergo rigorous vetting to ensure every cent you donate is used ethically and effectively.

Choose transparency. Choose DAWN.

➡️ https://dawnassociation.org/

27/03/2026

Not all rescues are created equal.

Ethical rescue means more than just taking an animal off the street; it means providing medical care, behavioural support, and a legal paper trail. At DAWN, we vet organisations so you don't have to. When you support a DAWN-accredited member, you’re supporting the gold standard of welfare in KZN.

➡️ Sign the Petition: https://dawnassociation.org/petition/

25/03/2026

Are you a registered NPO, a licensed vet, an animal trainer, or a wildlife rehabilitator? DAWN is a broad self-regulatory organisation with one singular focus: high-standard welfare.

🏥 Whether you handle TNR, transport, or activist advocacy, if you operate with integrity in KZN, there is a seat at the table for you. We are looking for the dedicated, the ethical, and the brave.

Check our membership categories today and see where you fit: https://dawnassociation.org/membership/

23/03/2026

Rescue work shouldn't be a solo mission.

🐾 In a landscape filled with fragmented efforts, DAWN (Durban Animal Welfare Network) stands as the unifying force. We aren't just a group; we are a professional body dedicated to setting the "Gold Standard" for animal care.

By joining us, you transition from a lone rescuer to a recognised, accredited professional within a powerful network. Ready to elevate your impact? Visit our website to learn about our mission.

➡️ Membership info: https://dawnassociation.org/membership/

26/01/2026

Is advocating for animal wellbeing "extremist"? Or is that just a label used to protect the commercial wildlife industry? 🦁

Dr. Stephanie Klarmann breaks down the misleading language used to justify exploitation and why animal sentience belongs at the heart of conservation.

Read more: https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/opinionista/2026-01-20-ensuring-animal-wellbeing-is-not-an-extrt-an-extremist-movement-as-commercialuse/

It’s time to set the record straight.Antagonistic narratives surrounding the commercial use of wildlife have seen a significant upswing in recent months with renewed vigour given to the dated notion o