02/06/2022
There are just a few days until this year’s Hill’s 1000 Paws Walk, which takes place on Sunday 12 June at Highgate W**e Estate, next to Piggly Wiggly on the R103 outside Howick.
With the lifting of lockdown restrictions that were in place last year, this year’s event will see a return to the usual fun-filled family day that includes arena pet-and-owner competitions, a seated tea tent serving refreshments, various stalls, a kiddies’ playground, live music, and lots of lucky draws and prizes, in addition to the walks. This year, the walks are being labelled as the shorter “Puppies and Pensioners” walk and a longer, more challenging route with a steep hill climb - the “Adults and Athletes” walk.
Some tips to make this a happy day for you and your pooch:
* It is vital to ensure that your pet will have a fun time. Unfit, elderly, unsociable and nervous dogs will not enjoy themselves - rather come along on your own and tell them all about it later at home!
* Your dog is walking in a fur coat - make sure that they have plenty of water and are allowed to stop and drink (and paddle!) at the many water stations along the way.
* Make sure that your dog’s harness or collar and lead (no choke chains please!) fit comfortably and securely - we don’t want dogs on the loose being chased by their panicking owners!
* Vital for humans - comfortable walking shoes/boots, a hat or cap, sunblock and some spending money. Entry is R40 per adult, R10 per dog, with free entry for children under twelve.
The programme for the day is:
8:00 Walks open
8:30 Khazimula Marimba Band performance
9:00 Dog and owner look-a-like competition
9:20 Precious Pups (up to 6 months)
9:45 Khazimula Marimba Band performance
10:00 Terrific Teens (6 to 18 months)
10:20 Awesome Adult Dogs (18 months to 7 years)
10:45 Golden Oldies (8 years and older)
11:10 Most Special Rescue Dog (from any recognised rescue organisation)
11:30 Champion Dog (adopted from any SPCA)
12:00 Khazimula Marimba Band performance
12:30 Raffle draw
14:00 End of event
Let’s make this year a bumper Hill’s 1000 Paws Walk and raise as much possible for the area’s animals in need. For further information, contact Gaynor on 082 55 88 928.