Put your best paw forward at this weekend’s Doggy Hike

The three and four kilometre hike will take place at the scenic La Belle Esperance Adventure Farm.

November 29, 2019

Tersia Gopi 1 minute read

Karin and Robin Waite with Heather Gero of the Newcastle SPCA encourage the community to attend the first ever annual Christmas Doggy Hike.

Robin and Karin Waite are hosting a Christmas Doggy Hike on December 1, together with the Newcastle SPCA.

The aim of the hike is to attract dogs and their owners, as well as individuals who are searching for an adventure, while raising funds for the Newcastle SPCA.

The three and four kilometre hike will take place at the scenic La Belle Esperance Adventure Farm, adjacent to Majuba Mountain and situated eight kilometres outside Volksrust, about 45km from Newcastle.

All proceeds of the event will be donated to the SPCA.

The farm trail will be alongside the river of about 500 metres long with well-manicured lawns, braai facilities and food stalls (boerewors and hot dog rolls, and pancakes) for the whole family to enjoy.

The community is encouraged to attend this social event and bring along their picnic baskets. Children can enjoy face-painting, fun on a trampoline and learn about dog care and training.

“Dog obedience training will also offer owners insight on how to care for their pets,” said Waite.

Entry to the hike is R20 per dog on a leash and children can enter free of charge. A nominal fee of R20 for non-dog owners, will include tea and refreshments.

Many prizes are up for grabs for cutest dog, best behaved dog, dog with the most character, funniest dog and more.