This Christmas, PAWS Haven's workshop is running on pure love and tail wags. The shelter has assembled a special team of fuzzy helpers who have been tasked with the most important jobs of the season. These dedicated dogs, affectionately known as Santa's Pawsome Pit Crew, are ready to fill their forever homes with maximum sparkle, cheer, and holiday dazzle. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations The Pawsome Crew of Helpers The crew members are taking their festive roles very seriously

Across the country, animal shelters play a vital role in protecting vulnerable animals, often under immense pressure and limited resources. Yet in recent years, shelter staff have increasingly found themselves at the receiving end of relentless criticism, verbal attacks, and online hostility. This growing trend of public negativity not only affects the emotional well-being of these workers but also directly influences the quality of care animals receive. This article examines

This week, Paws Haven places a special focus on its feline residents, from strays brought in for safety to foster kittens finding new beginnings. The organisation continues its ongoing mission to reunite lost pets with their families, secure loving forever homes, and engage the Potchefstroom community in meaningful animal welfare support. A Week of Feline Success Stories Paws Haven and its dedicated foster community celebrated multiple successful cat and kitten adoptions this

A Day on the Greens for a Pawsome Cause Animal lovers and golf enthusiasts alike can look forward to a fun-filled day on the greens this November, all in support of Paws Haven’s ongoing rescue and care efforts. The annual Paws Haven Charity Golf Day  will take place at the Potchefstroom Country Club on 28 November 2025 , promising a perfect blend of sport, community spirit, and compassion. The event begins at 11:00 AM  with a Shotgun Start , following the Better Ball Scramble

At Paws Haven, every wagging tail and gentle purr tells a story of hope, resilience, and love waiting to be shared. These beautiful dogs have been cared for, nurtured, and are now ready to find their forever families. Each one has a unique personality, a loving heart, and an abundance of joy to offer. Whether you’re looking for a playful adventurer, a calm companion, or a loyal guardian, there’s a perfect match waiting just for you. Take a moment to meet the furry friends - t

This week at Paws Haven  has been filled with heartwarming moments and reminders of what community kindness can achieve. From playful pups and gentle giants still waiting for their forever homes, to joyful adoption successes and precious rescues finding safety, every story reflects compassion in action. Gentle Hearts Waiting for Love 💕 Every animal that arrives at Paws Haven  carries a unique story, some of resilience, others of hope. These furry friends are now ready for th

A Community Reminder on Microchipping Every week, the dedicated volunteers at Paws Haven  encounter lost and frightened animals wandering the streets - often hungry, exhausted, and dangerously close to traffic. Too many of these pets have no form of identification, making it difficult or even impossible to reunite them with their families. That’s why microchipping  has become one of the most important life-saving measures for pets. A tiny chip, no bigger than a grain of rice,

As the mid-October sun shone over Potchefstroom, Paws Haven had one of its busiest and most heartwarming weeks yet. From spreading awareness at Aardklop  to celebrating new adoptions and receiving generous community donations, the week was filled with hope, wagging tails, and reminders of how deeply local kindness continues to sustain animal welfare efforts. Paws Haven at Aardklop 🌼 Paws Haven’s team joined this year’s Aardklop Arts Festival , bringing their message of compa

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Paws Haven Potchefstroom continues its mission of rescuing, caring for, and rehoming cats in need. Every week, the shelter welcomes...

Adoption isn’t just about giving a dog a home, it’s about making space for more rescues and creating a ripple effect of kindness. At Paws...

A group of character-packed Dachshunds and their crossbreed cousins are looking for second chances at Paws Haven Potchefstroom. This lot...

Potch Businesses, Get Ready for the Kennel On 8 August 2025, local animal welfare organisation PAWS will once again unleash one of its...