World Animal Day! (WAD)

Join us for a tail-wagging celebration of World Animal Day with Paws-a-While — a vibrant day filled with rescue dog shows, a lively pet expo, and inspiring adoption drives. 

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 WAD – 2023 | 2024 | 2025

World Animal Day Celebration on the Sea Point Promenade!

Enjoy dog yoga, live music, delicious plant-based eats, and meet the heroes working to change the lives of animals across South Africa. Together, let’s celebrate compassion, raise awareness, and make a difference — one paw at a time.

🐶 Rescue Dog Show

🛍️ Pet-Friendly Market

🐕‍🧘 Dog Yoga Sessions

🏡 Adoption Drive

🎶 Live Music & Vibes

🌱 Plant-Based Food Trucks

About Us
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Celebrate, Educate & Take Action for Animals in Need

Join us for a joyful, meaningful day on the Sea Point Promenade — where rescue dogs strut their stuff, loving homes are found, and animal lovers unite!
From adoption drives and pet wellness to food trucks, live music, and feel-good fun, it’s a celebration of compassion for all creatures, great and small.

Rescue & Adoption Zone

Rescue & Adoption Zone

Connect with shelters and rescue organisations, fall in love with adoptable pets, and learn how you can foster, adopt, or support. Every wagging tail has a story waiting to be rewritten — maybe with you.

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Pet Expo & Experiences

Pet Expo & Experiences

Stroll through a bustling expo featuring local pet brands, expert advice, dog yoga, show-and-tell with rescue heroes, and a tail-wagging dog show that’s bound to steal your heart.

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Food, Music & Community

Food, Music & Community

Enjoy delicious vegan & vegetarian menus from our food trucks, live music, and engaging talks while supporting a cause that matters. Every bite, beat, and bark contributes to a kinder future for animals.

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 Volunteers Needed!

Apply as a Volunteer for World Animal Day 2025!

    I have experience with animals:

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    Pet OwnerDriversCar AccessMinor(s) U18

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    When would be best for us to make contact?

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    Feel-Good Vibes for a Good Cause – World Animal Day with Paws-a-While

    Partner in Compassion. Lead with Impact.

    Join us as a CSR sponsor for World Animal Day and help drive lasting change.

    Your support funds life-saving sterilisation, education, outreach, and adoption efforts —
    making a real difference for animals, shelters, and communities across Cape Town.

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    What Your Sponsorship Suppawts:

    Sterilisation & Vaccination Drives

    Protecting pets and preventing suffering in vulnerable communities.

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    Community Outreach & Education

    Empowering pet owners with knowledge and access to care.

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    Rescue & Rehoming Support

    Helping animals find forever homes through funded adoption drives.

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    Essential Resources for Shelters

    Supplying food, blankets, and medical aid where it’s needed most.

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    Event Impact & Amplification

    Your brand fuels awareness while covering critical event logistics.

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    WAD CSR PACKAGES

    Choose Your Package

    • Pawfect Pawtner! – Main Headliner R100,000
    • Platinum Paw R75,000
    • Golden Tail R50,000
    • Silver Whisker R35,000
    • Bronze Bone R15,000
    • Add-ons:
    • + Goody Bag Sponsor R10,000
    • + Photo Booth Sponsor R12,000
    • + Main Stage Branding R20,000
    • + Social Media Takeover R8,000
    • + Branded Volunteer T-Shirts R15,000
    DONATE

    Stay tuned for exciting events, pawjects, and news you won’t want to miss!

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