Cape of Good Hope SPCA inspectors, backed by the City of Cape Towns Animal Control Unit, encountered violent opposition on Tuesday while attempting to seize dogs in Delfts Voorbrug area, Cape town Etc reports.
Armed with a warrant under the Animals Protection Act, the team aimed to rescue dogs subjected to cruelty, according to the organisation .
The warrant allowed SPCA inspectors to seize two dogs found in appalling conditions - chained without shelter, deprived of water and living in unsanitary conditions.
Despite prior warnings to the owner, conditions remained unchanged, prompting the need for intervention to protect the dogs welfare.
The owner attacked SPCA inspectors and law enforcement during the execution of the warrant, joining forces with family and later residents, hurling bricks and attempting to use a knife.
