At Khulula Animal Welfare Society (KHAWS), every happy bark, wagging tail, and contented purr tells a story of hope, compassion, and unwavering dedication to animal welfare.
In just one year and four months of serving the community, KHAWS has welcomed countless animals through its doors. Their mission remains clear — to ensure the emotional, mental, and physical wellbeing of every animal while finding them loving forever homes where they can live free from hunger, pain, and uncertainty.
Over the past few months, the organisation has celebrated a wonderful increase in adoptions, with 15 animals finding homes in the last month alone. While this has been a tremendous success, KHAWS has also experienced a decline in donations. Despite limited resources, the team continues to maintain exceptionally high standards of care, hygiene, health, and love for every animal entrusted to them.
As a non-profit organisation, KHAWS relies entirely on the generosity and support of the community. Their dedicated staff and volunteers each play a vital role in creating a nurturing environment for the animals. An animal behavioural specialist works closely with the animals daily, helping them build trust and identifying the ideal family match for each pet.
Every weekend, volunteers spend countless hours walking dogs, giving them freedom, exercise, and affection, while cats are comforted with warmth, attention, and calm companionship — helping every animal prepare for a fresh start in life.
KHAWS has also received incredible ongoing support from Jan Beselaar, owner of Ricky B Trucking. From sponsoring water and electricity to assisting with maintenance, painting, equipment transport, and preparing walking trails, his contributions have played a major role in the shelter’s growth and development.
Several exciting improvements are currently underway at the shelter. Drainage systems at the cattery have been upgraded, office buildings secured with new doors and gates, and renovations are taking place to create proper staff facilities. Roofing upgrades are also in progress, particularly at the cattery where recent rainfall has caused discomfort for the cats. KHAWS is still seeking assistance with a few remaining roof sheets to complete this important project.
Another exciting development is the planned construction of a “Catio” — an enriched outdoor space designed to improve the cats’ quality of life through stimulation, exercise, and exploration. This long-awaited dream project is expected to begin within the coming month.
Looking toward the future, KHAWS is also entering the planning and development stages for a brand-new boarding kennel facility. The project aims to provide the TEKS area with a much-needed safe and reliable pet boarding service while simultaneously creating a sustainable additional income stream for the shelter.
The proposed boarding kennels will feature spacious covered sleeping areas and large outdoor yards where dogs can safely enjoy sunshine, fresh air, and playtime throughout the day. Dedicated boarding facilities for cats are also part of the vision, ensuring comfort and stimulation for feline guests as well.
KHAWS is inviting community members, businesses, and organisations to become part of this exciting journey. Contributions of building materials, fencing, grass, labour, expertise, fundraising assistance, or volunteer support can all make a meaningful difference. The organisation is also able to issue Section 18A tax certificates, making donations beneficial for both donors and the shelter.
Those wishing to support Khulula Animal Welfare Society can donate via their Yoco link (https://pay.yoco.com/khulula-animal-welfare-society-npc), contact the office on 069 999 3371, email hello@khaws.co.za, or follow their journey on social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Khulula Online.
Together, the community can help KHAWS continue changing the lives of animals — one rescue, one adoption, and one act of kindness at a time.
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