Get Involved
Save an Animal
Adopt a pet
The bond between a rescue pet and their owner is incomparable. The love and gratitude they share is simply like no other. You can find a variety of adoptable pets at KAWS. Each pet has so much love to give.
Even if you don’t live on the Garden Route, you can adopt your four-legged soulmate at KAWS.
Donate
We rely on generous, compassionate donors to enable us to:
- Give rescued animals a temporary home while waiting for their loving forever home. During this time, we make sure that they receive adequate medical treatment, food and a roof over their head.
- Enable us to finance our outreach projects in our fight against animal abuse and over-population
what you should know
Pet Adoption Notes
WHY YOU SHOULD ADOPT
The biggest reason to adopt, is that you’ll save a life!
Each year, it’s estimated that more than 920 00 adoptable dogs and cats are euthanised in South Africa, simply because too many pets come into shelters and too few people consider adoption when looking for a pet.
adoption tips
The first few days in your home are special and critical for a pet. Your new pet will be confused about where he/she is and what to expect from you. Setting up some clear structure with your family for your pet will be paramount in making the transition as smooth as possible.
What Drives Us
Our Mission
Knysna Animal Welfare Society’s Mission is to provide primary health care, to prevent overpopulation of dogs and cats in our community through education on the responsibilities of pet ownership with the emphasis on sterilisation, to provide a temporary shelter for stray, unwanted or homeless animals, and to maintain a vigorous adoption program that includes health screening, vaccinations and mandatory spay or neutering. All activities are in compliance with the national and municipal laws and regulations and performed by a team of humane and professional staff.