We exist to lessen the suffering of abandoned, injured and abused dogs and cats by rescuing them, providing for their well being and placing them into loving homes; reduce the numbers of unwanted animals by providing free sterilisations in disadvantaged communities; provide humane education to the people to create an awareness of the moral and ethical treatment of the animals whose world we share.

The Emma Animal Rescue Society is a Pro-Life organisation whose core aim is to rescue, rehabilitate and re-home abandoned and abused domestic dogs and cats. Sterilisation and primary health care of animals in disadvantaged areas, including education, is also a priority. With The Emma Animal Rescue Society pro-life policy animals are only euthanised when ill with no hope of recovery. Our kennels are situated in close proximity to the areas that are the primary focus of The Emma Animal Rescue Society activities, like Masiphumelele and Red Hill Informal Settlements, and Ocean View and Mountain View Townships. The desperate need of the animals in the areas mentioned has resulted in us growing at a rate not anticipated.
 

At our rented kennels we care for over 250 rescued animals, providing them with food, shelter, veterinary care, exercise and positive interaction with people. Prospective owners are interviewed to ensure suitability, and each home is visited to confirm compliance with our conditions. The Emma Animal Rescue Society is very proactive in finding homes by taking animals to craft markets, exhibitions, and other venues. We respond to calls from the public, throughout the Peninsula, when they encounter injured or abandoned animals requiring help. We believe in the importance of education in animal care and endeavour to teach the pet owners how to care for their animals.