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Animals Matter

aniMals Matter CoMpetition

Are you creative? Do you have a pet that makes you laugh, smile, or say “aww”?
Then this is the competition for YOU!

nimals Matter is on the hunt for
the most imaginative kids on the
estate – with a little help from
Ayour furry, fluffy, or feathered
best friends!

Whether your pet is a dog, cat, hamster,
bird, or even a fish, we want to see how
much they mean to you!

There are three awesome ways to enter and
stand a chance to win:

1. Best hand-drawn picture of your
critter
Grab your pencils, crayons, paints,
whatever you like and draw your pet!
Your picture can be colourful or black and
white, silly or serious, realistic or cartoon-
style. Just use your imagination and show
us your critter in action!

2. Cutest dress-up photo of you and
your critter
Does your pet look adorable in a bow tie or
sunglasses? Do you like dressing up too?
Put together your cutest look – just make
sure your pet is comfy and happy, and snap
a photo together.
TIP: Have someone ready to take the photo Before we hand out the prizes…
quickly so your pet doesn’t get grumpy! You’ll get to see a clicker training demo, where we’ll show how animals learn with kindness
and fun.
3. Best written story about a critter
Tell us about a special moment you had How to enter:
with any animal – it could be your own • Open to all kids aged 15 years and under
pet, a friend’s pet, or even a wild animal • You can enter once in each category
you saw at the zoo or in a game park. • Email your entry to: jeanette@animalsmatter.co.za
Your story should be no longer than 500 • Or pop it in the entry box at the Clubhouse (make sure your parent signs the back!)
words and must tell us what happened and • Include your name, age, phone number, and email
how it made you feel. We can’t wait to read • Deadline: Midnight on 31 August 2025
your adventures! • Prize Giving: Saturday, 20 September 2025 at 10:00am

So, what are you waiting for? Show off your critter, get creative, and most of all – have FUN!

Jeanette Furstenburg is a certified animal behaviourist. She holds a diploma in Companion Animal
Behaviour (DipCABT) with distinction. She is a member of the COAPE Endorsed Association of Applied Pet
Behaviourists and Trainers International (CABTi), which is a member of the UK Dog Behaviour & Training
Charter 2025. She is part of the International Companion Animal Network (ICAN). In addition, she on the
board of the South African Board for Companion Animal Professionals (SABCAP).

For more information, call 082 445 8422,
email: jeanette@animalsmatter.co.za or visit: www.animalsmatter.co.za

Fourways Gardens • 20 • July 2025