Rainbow Paws SA

27/05/2026

Cape Town pet parents…

We’re bringing Rainbow Paws SA to TWO indoor winter markets this June & July — and trust us… your fur-babies are going to want in on this one

Think:
🐾 Locally handmade pet lifestyle pieces
🐾 Beautiful premium fabrics
🐾 Matching aesthetic moments for stylish pets

☕ Warm indoor market vibes
🐶 One-of-a-kind goodies you won’t find in stores
Because honestly… winter is better when your pet is spoiled too.

If you’re the kind of pet parent who:
✔ Calls them your child
✔ Takes 100 photos a day
✔ Talks to them like a human
✔ Buys them gifts “just because”

…you’re our kind of people

Come visit our Rainbow Paws SA stand, and shop handcrafted pieces made right here in Cape Town with love, quality, and personality stitched into every detail

📍 Uitsig Winter Market 24th June – 4th July
📍 Proteahoogte Winter Market 26th – 4th July

Uitsig Kersmark

25/05/2026

On Africa Day, let's celebrate and protect every voice in nature 🐾

We join the continent in celebrating Africa’s rich heritage, resilience, creativity, and shared future

24/05/2026

Good Luck Team SPCA 🎉🎉🎉

23/05/2026

🐾🐶 Healthy Treats Week Wrap Up 🍎🥕

What a fun week exploring a few healthy fruits & veg for our furry friends. We loved watching, and listening to the videos of your pups munching apples, cauliflower and carrots 😂

We covered Carrots, Sweet Potato, Blueberries, Pumpkin and Apples. We know there are loads more and want to hear from you. Which healthy treat is your dogs favourite?

Thank you for following along with our short Healthy Treat series, we loved sharing our tested fun tips with our Rainbow Paws Community 🌈🐾

23/05/2026

🫐 Tiny little blueberries causing BIG excitement at treat time? Very possible 🐶

These little superfoods may be small, but dogs often love them, especially frozen!

🫐 Packed with antioxidants
🫐 Great low calorie treat
🫐 Easy enrichment snack

Wash thoroughly and serve them fresh or frozen
A small handful a few times a week is perfect 🐶

Some dogs pick them up one by one..Others, chase them across the kitchen floor like a full sport. Would your dog enjoy blueberries or completely ignore them?

22/05/2026

International Day for Biological Diversity

This day highlights how the variety of life on Earth sustains, economies and human health 🌍


Repost Ellie May

21/05/2026

🍎 APPLES FOR DOGS 🐶

The crunch dogs make when eating apples might be one of the cutest sounds ever!

Refreshing, juicy and surprisingly good for them, apples can make an amazing healthy snack, when prepared properly

🍎Why dogs enjoy them: Naturally refreshing
Good source of vitamins A & C
Contains fibre for digestion
Helps freshen breath naturally
Low fat snack option

🍎 Best way to enjoy them:
Wash thoroughly, and remove seeds and core completely
Slice into small pieces and serve fresh or frozen

⚠ Apple seeds should never be fed to dogs ⚠

🐾🐶 How often? A few slices 2-3 times a week makes a delicious healthy treat

But let's be real...Some dogs delicately nibble apples, others attack them like furry lawnmowers 🤣 Which one is your dog?

21/05/2026

💛 Meet Chaka – A Bundle of Joy Ready to Steal Your Heart 🐾✨
Chaka is pure sunshine in puppy form. This cheerful little guy is always ready to be the centre of attention - whether it’s for cuddles, playtime, or just soaking up all the love he can get. With his happy spirit and affectionate nature, he brings joy wherever he goes. 💛
Still just a young pup, Chaka is discovering the world with curiosity and excitement. He’s playful, social, and absolutely thrives on interaction. Whether he’s chasing a toy or snuggling up for some affection, he lives every moment to the fullest - and he’d love a family to share all those moments with. 🐾
Chaka would do wonderfully in a home with children and could happily grow up alongside other pets, given gentle introductions. As he grows, he’ll likely remain a smallish medium-sized dog, making him a great fit for many living situations. With guidance, love, and a bit of training, he’s going to blossom into an incredible companion. 🌈
📌 Quick Facts
🐾 Age: ±4 months
🐾 Breed: Mix Breed
🐾 Gender: Male
🐾 Size: Small (expected small-medium as an adult)
🐾 Energy Level: Medium – playful, happy, and full of life
🐾 Kids: Could share his home with children 👧
🐾 Dogs: Could live with another dog with gradual introductions 🐕
🐾 Cats: Could live with cats with gradual introductions 🐈
🐾 Ideal Home: Adaptable – could suit many living environments 🌟
✨ Looking for a joyful, loving pup to grow up with your family? Chaka is ready to meet you.
👉 https://pulse.ly/h7sobaiukm
📍 Cape of Good Hope SPCA, Cnr 1st Ave & First Rd, Grassy Park, Cape Town
📞 (021) 700 4140 | ✉️ [email protected]

💛 Meet Chaka – A Bundle of Joy Ready to Steal Your Heart 🐾✨

Chaka is pure sunshine in puppy form. This cheerful little guy is always ready to be the centre of attention - whether it’s for cuddles, playtime, or just soaking up all the love he can get. With his happy spirit and affectionate nature, he brings joy wherever he goes. 💛

Still just a young pup, Chaka is discovering the world with curiosity and excitement. He’s playful, social, and absolutely thrives on interaction. Whether he’s chasing a toy or snuggling up for some affection, he lives every moment to the fullest - and he’d love a family to share all those moments with. 🐾

Chaka would do wonderfully in a home with children and could happily grow up alongside other pets, given gentle introductions. As he grows, he’ll likely remain a smallish medium-sized dog, making him a great fit for many living situations. With guidance, love, and a bit of training, he’s going to blossom into an incredible companion. 🌈

📌 Quick Facts
🐾 Age: ±4 months
🐾 Breed: Mix Breed
🐾 Gender: Male
🐾 Size: Small (expected small-medium as an adult)
🐾 Energy Level: Medium – playful, happy, and full of life
🐾 Kids: Could share his home with children 👧
🐾 Dogs: Could live with another dog with gradual introductions 🐕
🐾 Cats: Could live with cats with gradual introductions 🐈
🐾 Ideal Home: Adaptable – could suit many living environments 🌟

✨ Looking for a joyful, loving pup to grow up with your family? Chaka is ready to meet you.
👉 https://pulse.ly/h7sobaiukm

📍 Cape of Good Hope SPCA, Cnr 1st Ave & First Rd, Grassy Park, Cape Town
📞 (021) 700 4140 | ✉️ [email protected]

20/05/2026

🎃 Pumpkin has a reputation in the dog world, and honestly, it deserves the hype 🐶

Dog parents swear by it for sensitive tummies, but would YOUR dog actually eat it?

🎃 Why pumpkin gets so much attention:
Supports digestion
Rich in fibre
Packed with nutrients

Best served: Plain cooked pumpkin only, no sugar, spices or seasoning

🐶🐾 How often? A spoonful a few times a week is usually plenty
Some dogs lick the bowl clean, some act deeply betrayed 🤣

Does your dog enjoy eating pumpkin?

20/05/2026

Celebrating International Rescue Dog Day 🐶🐾

International Rescue Dog Day, celebrated each year on May 20th, honours the resilience of shelter dogs while promoting the significance of adoption

This day is an excellent opportunity to advocate for local animal welfare. Consider adopting, fostering or supported the committed organisations operating in South Africa 🇿🇦

In Cape Town, on our doorstep, we have the Grassy Park SPCA located on the corner of 1st Avenue and First Road

Support Animal Rescue Organisations who are need of essentials like blankets, dog food and toys. Find out how to volunteer, sponsor a sterilisation, walk the dogs or apply to find your forever furry friend

📸 Featured: Popcorn and Muffin, 2 rescue poms from Gauteng, sporting our Rainbow Paws SA "Wanted Chosen Loved Adopted" slip bandana

Share your rescue dog story with us 🐾