A Word Horse Squad Volunteer:- Rachel

Hi, I’m Rachel and I’ve been a volunteer at Dassenberg for the past four years. I absolutely love spending time with the horses and have really been enjoying the opportunity to share these special moments with some of my fellow students from Stellenbosch University.
Mia is a recent addition to our Stellenbosch volunteer group and has been able to take on Rosy and her positive reinforcement training. Rosy was due to be euthanized before Dassenberg stepped in as she was considered a danger – tending to react to pressure aggressively. Attempts to train her using typical negative reinforcement (which relies on pressure and release) often ended in a fight – and not one you could win. Positive reinforcement has been a useful way to teach Rosy her boundaries and create an environment in which she is willing and eager to participate in each training session. It’s amazing to watch her transform – she’s almost a new horse!
In the videos included, Mia is practicing some target training with Rosy.

A Word From Dog Squad Volunteer:- Grenville

Seasoned volunteer, Grenville, helps to settle in dogs that have been surrendered as a result of the growing economic pressures experienced due to Covid.  Here is an impassioned letter, written by Grenville about the situation on the ground at our Centre.

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If you’d like to sponsor one of these rescue animals, please see our banking details:

Bank: FNB (First National Bank)
Branch Name: Table View
Branch Code: 250655
Account Number: 62025532004
Swift code: FIRNZAJJ
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