October/November 2018

Business - Leisure - Lifetyle
THE AFRICAN DOG WHISPERER
LOCAL resident Emmanuel Gwabeni - a passionate, young
individual blessed with a natural talent - his inherent connection
with dogs.
Emmanuel grew up on Mazarat Farm in Hillcrest where he
took an interest in horse riding. He regualrly visited and
assisited his grandmother, who was employed at the kennels,
with grooming and walking dogs.
Emmanuel’s passion grew as he watched other trainers
interact with dogs. “I like animals so much that when they
are in pain I feel that and understand them more.”
His relationship he never had with his father impoverished
him at a point in time in his life. He was lead into unfavourable
temptation however he fast dug himself out
of this deep dark place when he found his calling - HIS
LOVE FOR ANIMALS.
He is employed by the Freedom Power Breed Rescue Centre
in Assagay. This organisation is currently facing financial
constraints and welcomes any form of sponsorship
towards making the lives of their animals better.
Emmanuel is also a motivational speaker at rural schools,
educating the children to combat dog fighting.
Despite the many challenges he faces daily, one of which
is trying to make ends meet, he is still passionate and positive
about the future.
Emmanuel now runs a private dog training service on the
premises of Freedom Power Breed Rescue Centre to supplement
his income. He is available to make house calls
and is also willing to travel to make your life easier. Emmanuel
is confident to promise a service to discipline even
the most unruly fur kid on the block.
GET IN TOUCH WITH EMMANUEL
“I came from a very
poor background
with an alcoholic
mother and I still
don’t know my
father... I am grateful
for the opportunity
GOD gave me to interact
with animals”
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