My name is Riaan van Zyl, a devoted husky dad from Brakpan, South Africa. In April 2025, I was retrenched from the job I had dedicated years to, and since then, I’ve been struggling to survive, while doing everything I can to care for my two beautiful Siberian Huskies, Nala and Lexi. These girls are not just pets, they’re my family, my strength, and the reason I keep fighting. I’m humbly asking for support to help us stay together, stay safe, and get through this storm with dignity.

MEET MY FAMILY: NALA & LEXI

I never imagined I’d be in this heartbreaking situation, reaching out for emergency support just to survive. But today, I’m doing exactly that, with humility and hope in my heart.

Let me tell you a little about my dogs. Nala and Lexi are both Siberian Huskies and have been my loyal companions for over eight years. They are more than pets, they are my family. They’ve brought me peace, laught...