Animal Angels Network, with the help of various animal welfare organisations, held a Easter Mud Pupper Walk at Thornhill Stables in Walkerville on April 2.
The day was held as a fund-raiser for various animal welfare organisations and gave animal lovers the chance to take their furry friends for a walk or put their dog through its paces on an agility course.
There were more events like a fancy dress competition for dogs and an Easter egg hunt for children planned but, unfortunately, due to a rain, the events were cut short.
The fun day saw lots of families coming through to enjoy the various stalls, ranging from home-baked goods to toys and care products for animals.
Some of the organisations present at the walk:
Cause4Paws
Cause4Paws is situated in Jackson informal settlement, Eikenhof. They have over 2 500 animals that need assistance. Once an owner agrees to sterilisation, their dog or cat is put in a kennel with blankets, bowls. They also hand out a large bucket of food monthly.
Beagle Rescue South Africa
Beagle Rescue South Africa specialise in beagles that are surrendered and help them get homes quickly. Beagle Rescue works alongside reputable breeders to help with education about the specie to ensure surrenders don’t happen that often.
Dare2Dream
Dare2Dream is in the South of Johannesburg and specialises in horses and does therapy with horses. Horses share a special connection with people and has been used for years as a way of doing therapy with people suffering from PTSD, anxiety and depression. Dare2Dream works with various children’s homes to help the children overcome past traumas.
Rainbow Nation Animals
Rainbow Nations Animals specialises in animal welfare in townships. They provide education to owners, veterinary care for the animals, as well as shelter if needed.