Sage: Left to Die, But We Will Not Allow Her to be Forgotten

She was hurt, abandoned, and left alone. This is Sage’s story — and how you can help make sure justice is done.

Sage’s Story

On Sunday, January 11^th,  Sage, a black-and-white Pitbull-type dog, was found outside Woodrock Animal Rescue in Hennops River Valley. She was critically injured, clearly in pain, and had been abandoned when she needed help most.

All the signs pointed that this girl’s severe injuries and suffering was the result of a brutal and illegal practice.

Sadly, it was also evident that she had puppies and was full of milk. Despite our team’s immediate care, it would not be enough to save her from the pain she was enduring.

Justice for Sage

No animal should endure what Sage went through and we are resolute that she should not be forgotten. We are grateful that the National Council of SPCAs (NSPCA) agrees, and are investigating this case as suspected dog fighting, abandonment, and failure to obtain veterinary care. These are serious criminal offences, and Sage deserves accountability.

Woodrock Animal Rescue and the NSPCA are offering a joint reward of R5,000 for information leading to a successful prosecution.

If you know what happened.

If you recognise Sage.

If you’ve seen dog-fighting activity in your area.

Please speak up.

All tips are treated confidentially.

If you have any information, please contact nspca@nspca.co.za or 011 907 3590.

Dog fighting thrives in secrecy. It only ends when people choose to report it.

Remembering Sage

Sage deserved safety, love, and compassion. She may be gone, but her story can still save lives. Help us bring justice for Sage — and protect other animals at risk.

Watch Woodrock’s Jacqui Martheze’s plea in the name of Sage here:

Please support us in our drive to not let her death be in vain.