April 2025 saw a wave of generosity from the Potchefstroom community, all in aid of the animals at PAWS (Potch Animal Welfare Society). From food and blankets to technical support and a surprise kitty tent, every bit of help counted. And while it might’ve felt like a small gesture to some, the folks at PAWS want everyone to know: it meant everything.

Cosy Cats and Culinary Comforts

Francois Fouché made a feline-friendly delivery that caused quite a stir, not among the humans, but among the cats. He dropped off a pet tent that had one curious kitty claiming it before it was even zipped up. Alongside the tent came a generous stash of cat food, ensuring full tummies for days to come. PAWS extended their heartfelt thanks, noting that the kittens will be both safe and snug thanks to Francois’ thoughtful donation.

Potch Gas Fires Up Daily Pet Meals

Without gas, there’s no warm food, and cold pellets aren’t much of a gourmet treat. Thankfully, Potch Gas Technical & Appliances stepped up, making sure the PAWS kitchen kept cooking. Thanks to their consistent supply of gas, warm meals for the dogs were sorted. The team at PAWS gave a big shoutout to the business, saying, “Ons waardeer julle opreg!” (We truly appreciate you!)

Till Slips Turned into Tuna

Sometimes small actions, like dropping your till slip in a box, lead to big results. Thanks to Pick n Pay Van der Hoff Park’s slip donation initiative, PAWS was able to stock up on cat food for their fabulous felines. A full trolley of 1.75kg bags made its way into the shelter, and every packet was a win for whiskers.

PAWS Powered Back Online by Einstein Electrical

It wasn’t all food and fluff. Behind the scenes, PAWS faced a serious issue when their electricity went out. With fridges full of meat and sick animals in need of care, this wasn’t just an inconvenience,it was a crisis. Enter Ivan Leach from Einstein Electrical, who jumped in, fixed the issue, and got the lights (and fridges) back on. No fanfare, just good work done well. PAWS summed it up best: “Dankie vir jou onbaatsugtige hulpverlening!” (Thank you for your selfless assistance!)

“To everyone who donated food, blankets, treats, or time: thank you. Whether it was captured in a photo or not, your kindness is felt every day in every full bowl and every warm tail wag. ‘No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.’ – Aesop.”

Dankie aan al ons donateurs! Whether it was a tent, some chow, or just a bit of electricity, PAWS Potchefstroom is stronger (and fluffier) thanks to you.