Knysna Animal Welfare Society

05/07/2025

Congratulations to everyone who finished the today - most importantly to this beautiful pooch who joined the runners about 2km in and ran the ENTIRE route. Our unexpected champion of the race!

She was absolutely exhausted at the end. Thank you to the amazing Shelley for bringing her to the KAWS stall on the field. She is safe in our hospital for now while we look for her owner.

04/07/2025

🧌 BEAST IS BACK ON THE MARKET 🧌

He went to a foster home, gave it a good sniff, and loved it… but it turns out, the resident cat wasn’t on Beast’s guest list! 🚫

Looks like Beast and the cat couldn’t quite agree on the house rules - he’s more of a “fetch and belly rubs” kinda guy, whilst the cat prefers “plot world domination.” No hard feelings, just a classic case of dog vs. cat! 😼🐶

So Beast is back up for adoption, still on the lookout for a forever home that’s ready to welcome his big heart (and maybe a cat-free home to keep the peace).

Want to welcome this gentle giant to your home? WhatsApp Belinda on 082 767 0847 to adopt Beast or fill in an application form here: https://knysnaanimalwelfare.co.za/dog-adoption-application/

04/07/2025

‼️ DUE TO POOR WEATHER, OUR FUN RUN HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE ‼️

02/07/2025

- it's been a minute! We have lots of new faces to introduce to you this week, and we hope that these precious pooches and kitties will crawl so deep into your heart that you have to make them part of your family

Our new dogs 🐶🐕

CASSIDY was found roaming in town and never claimed. She is an absolute joy.

REX & BOBBIE are surrenders from Brackenhill. Rex is playful and outgoing, whilst Bobbie is more shy. Both boys are magnificently handsome.

THE SECRET SEVEN - Luna, Noodle, Georgie, Gus, Milly, Tiddles and Happy are 7 beautiful babes rescued by our outreach team. Mom is medium sized, dad is the postman.

LANDO is a true survivor and a champion, just like his namesake. He was found as a stray, survived parvo, and now would love to spend his days cuddled on your lap, watching himself win F1🏎

ZOE the Mini-pit is pint sized for her age. She adores being held in your arms. She will need to go to a family familiar with the breed.

Our new cats 🐱🐈

JUNE-BUG is all things cuddly, wrapped up in a tiny, wild-cat looking body. She loves her food and will wrestle you for treats. She is stealing hearts 💕

MILEY is a large lass, 8 years old and surrendered as her owner was moving. She is very friendly and quickly becoming a cattery favourite.

We have no doubt that one of these specials will be just the right fit for your family.

Please Whatsapp Belinda on 082 767 0847 for more info or visit www.knysnaanimalwelfare.co.za for an adoption application form

01/07/2025

🎉 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁-𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗤𝘂𝗶𝘇 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁! 🎉
𝘛𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘬 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘵𝘰 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘴𝘶𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘴, 𝘥𝘰𝘯𝘰𝘳𝘴 & 𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘰𝘳𝘴

Thanks to your amazing support, our ‘Let’s Go on Safari’ Quiz Night raised a fantastic total of R22,422 for KAWS! Every ticket purchased, prize donated, and kind word shared made a difference.

A very special thank you to Belvidere’s Linda-Jane Thomson, donor of the bottle of Hennessy Cognac, which raised R1,000 in a raffle. Another generous Belvidere donation came from Jenny Crocker, which was reinvested into four beautiful hampers - together, their raffle brought in an incredible R5,500!

We are deeply grateful to our generous sponsors:
🏡 Dream Knysna Property Sales & Marketing
🍽️ 34 Degrees South Restaurant Knysna
🍺 Bosuns Pub & Grill
☕ The Village Cafe Knysna
🍓 Princess Jams
🌱 Elements Nursery & Landscaping
🎁 DCD Laserworx
🛡️ Allsound Security
🎳 Knysna Bowling Club

Thank you, community, for a 𝙥𝙖𝙬𝙚𝙨𝙤𝙢𝙚 fundraising achievement! 🐾

01/07/2025

🌟 𝗔 𝗛𝘂𝗴𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗼 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗤𝘂𝗶𝘇 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝘄! 🌟
𝘛𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘬 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘵𝘰 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘷𝘰𝘭𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘦𝘳𝘴 & 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘛𝘦𝘢𝘮
Our 'Let’s Go on Safari' Quiz Night was our most successful yet - and it wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible organising team of Irene Jacobs, Cathie Garner, and Elaine Elliott. A huge thank you to these amazing women for making it all happen!

Special thanks go to Debbie, Janine, and especially Tyra, who worked tirelessly from morning setup to late-night raffle hustle, your dedication truly carried the night!

To those who kept everything running smoothly on the night, we are deeply grateful:
🦓 Lesley Fox
🦒 Mary Anne Jeffrey
🦁 Pen Howie
🐘 Tyra Lee Nel - again, a powerhouse from start to finish!

Warm thanks also to our soup donors, your contributions were as comforting as they were delicious:
🍲 Elaine Hunneysett
🍲 Louis Krige
🍲 Janet Burns
🍲 Elaine Elliott

Your generosity and energy made this night a roaring success 🐾💛

30/06/2025

💘 Lonely Hearts Club: Feline Edition 💘

Name: Skye
Age: 2-3 years young and emotionally mature
Relationship Status: Single, but ready to love you unconditionally

About Skye:
Tall and devastatingly handsome. He’s the strong, silent type. He doesn’t meow much, but says a lot with his big, blue eyes (even if they don’t point in the same direction).

Looking for a long-term commitment with someone who enjoys cuddles on the couch, slow blinks across the room, and the occasional philosophical stare into the void.

Fill out that adoption form. Let’s make it official—you bring the catnip, Skye will bring the snuggles: https://knysnaanimalwelfare.co.za/kaws-cat-adoption-application-form/

28/06/2025

𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘁𝘁𝘆 𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 - 𝘃𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘂𝘀! 🐾❤️🤍🖤

The shelter with the most love will receive half a ton of soft blankets — a lifeline for animals in need this winter.

28/06/2025

🚨 DUE TO POOR WEATHER, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO A LATER DATE. DATE TO BE CONFIRMED 🚨

🐾𝗞𝗔𝗪𝗦 𝗢𝗬𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗔𝗟 𝗙𝗨𝗡 𝗥𝗨𝗡 - 𝗙𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗬 𝗗𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡!🎭
📅 Sunday, 6 July
📍 Totties Country Market, Rheenendal

Get ready for a paw-some day out with your furry best friend! Join KAWS for a fun and festive 𝗙𝗮𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗗𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗙𝘂𝗻 𝗥𝘂𝗻 as part of the Knysna Oyster Festival, winding through beautiful forest trails. Dress up yourself AND your pet - festival style! 🐶
👟 𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲:
– 2.5km or 5km easy forest route
🐕 Dogs strictly on leads, please - safety first!

🕙 Event Schedule:
– Registration opens: 9:30 AM
– Fancy Dress Parade: 10:30 AM - includes a short 500m 'Cat Walk' for all dressed-up entrants to strut their stuff!
– Final judging & group photo: 11:00 AM
– Prize giving: 11:15 AM
– Run starts: 11:30 AM
⚠️ Only fit and healthy pets (and owners!) permitted on the run.
⚠️ Please don’t overextend or overwhelm your furry friend - welfare first.
☕ Not running? Totties will be open for coffee, food, and shopping!
🎟️ 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗙𝗲𝗲𝘀:
– R150 per adult
– R75 per child
– R75 for fancy dress entry only
Book early via Quicket, or register on the day.
https://www.quicket.co.za/events/322173-kaws-oyster-festival-fun-run-fancy-dress-edition/

🎉 Prizes for Best Dressed - Get Festive!
🥇 Best Pet & Owner Look-Alike
👑 Best Dressed Dog
😂 Funniest Outfit

🍴 Totties restaurant and stalls will be open for food, drinks & post-run cheer.
🩺 A vet will be on emergency call (please note: owners are liable for any vet related charges)
📸 Don’t forget to tag us in your photos!
All proceeds support the rescue, rehabilitation, and rehoming of animals in need.

28/06/2025

Kittens, approx 5 months old, found in Trotter Street, Knysna Central.

Please call our office on 044 384 1603 on Monday to claim them. Proof of ownership required.

27/06/2025

Who can resist a Sunday Market & Car Boot Sale? 👀
Grab a coffee from one of the food stalls, soak up the vibes, and wander through all the stalls - including ours! 🛍️

🐾 KAWS Charity Shop will be there with lovely linen, collectables, bric & brac, and upmarket clothing! 🐶🐱

📍 Corner of Waterfront Drive & Hedge Street
🗓 Sunday, 29 June | 🕘 9:00 – 14:00

Come pop in to say hi - we’d love to see you there! 💛