SPCA Purina Woefie Wandel

Take your pooch to join in the fun with hundreds of other dogs at this year's SPCA Purina Woefie Wandel doggie-walk that takes place at the lovely D'Aria Wine Estate in Durbanville on Sunday, 30 March 2014. You and your dog(s) don’t want to miss this! In 2012 more than 1200 walkers and nearly 1000 dogs took part in the walk and we’re expecting even more animal-lovers and their companions to take part in this 4 km scenic dog walk through charming vineyards this year! The walk, organised by the Cape of Good Hope SPCA and leading pet food company PURINA, offers a great way for owners to spend quality time with their dogs, while at the same time making a huge difference in the lives of thousands of shelter dogs at the SPCA. Before and after the walk, participants and their dogs can relax and socialise at the beautiful D’Aria Winery while enjoying wine-tasting, delicious eats and treats on offer, and taking part in fun giveaways, lucky draws and competitions. Being an off-road country walk, the SPCA urges all entrants to wear proper walking shoes suitable for walking on dirt roads. “We also want to caution owners of short-nose breeds (i.e. bulldogs and pugs) and those with older dogs with joint problems, to consult their veterinarian before committing to take part in the walk. Puppies under four months are not permitted to take part. Owners of large breed dogs 18 months or younger, should also consider walking a shorter distance which will be indicated along the route , as extended walking can put undue pressure on delicate skeletal structures”, said CoGH SPCA Events Coordinator, Juan August. Water and cool-off points for both dogs and owners will be available along the routes. SPCA Inspectors and Animal Welfare Assistants will be on hand to ensure human and canine walkers are kept safe along the routes. HOW TO ENTER: Enter online here! Entrants who enter before 17h00 on Friday 28 March, will qualify for a discounted entry fee of R35 per person and R25 per dog and no cost for children in prams. Entries on the day of the event will open at 07h00 at a cost of R40 per person an R30 per dog (with children in prams free). ALL ENTRANTS HAVE TO REGISTER ON THE DAY. REGISTRATION FROM 7H00-8H45 Click here for more information on the routes, venue and registration details or contact the CoGH SPCA on 021 700 4141/80