Rita Fernandes, Pedigree® brand custodian says that she hopes that the project will highlight the importance of what nourishing food can do for man’s best friend.

“We’re acknowledging the plight of the countless abandoned and rescued dogs in South Africa and we want to play our part by providing the good food that these dogs need to be at their best, and in some fortunate cases, a better state of health to aid those finding permanent, loving homes,” says Fernandes.

Pedigree® has partnered with Woodrock Animal Rescue in Centurion Gauteng to rehabilitate Juno, an abandoned, malnourished dog that has recently entered the shelter. Her transformation has already begun and over the course of the next eight weeks Juno will be monitored by veterinary professionals and her caretakers at Woodrock and fed a nutritious and healthy Pedigree® diet. Her transformation will be closely monitored and will be documented on the Pedigree SA Facebook page.

Fernandes says, “Pedigree® is the world’s biggest dog food brand and with that title comes the responsibility to have a positive impact on as many dogs’ lives as is possible. We’ll be showcasing just one dog in this campaign, but we’re hoping to create a much more wide-spread awareness of the plight of abandoned dogs in South Africa.”

Stella Meldau from Woodrock says that the rescue shelter is immensely proud to be part of the transformation. “Not only will Juno’s life change dramatically through this campaign, but the awareness created is priceless.”

“Every pet lover in our country can make a difference, whether they support their local animal shelter, take the important decision to adopt an abandoned dog or even just provide their own pets with the best nutrition available to them,” concludes Fernandes.

Follow the amazing transformation of Juno on the Pedigree Facebook Page or Pedigree SA YouTube channel.