The story behind Humphrey - The dog that has a statue on the Umhlanga Promenade

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The owner of Humphrey, the famous "Dog in a Million" who went from being homeless to having his own life-size statue on the Umhlanga Promenade, joined East Coast Breakfast on Monday morning to share his inspiring journey. Humphrey, who was once abandoned, became a beloved ambassador for the Durban & Coast SPCA and touched countless lives. Although he has sadly passed away, his legacy lives on. Listen to the full story on the podcast at ecr.co.za, select East Coast Breakfast!
11 Nov 2024 1AM English South Africa Society & Culture · Daily News

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