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PAWS for GAWS: Our favourite walk of the year!

February 10, 2025

Last year, my husband Ryan and I participated in the Geelong Animal Welfare Society (GAWS) PAWS for GAWS walk, bringing along our Golden Retriever, Lonnie. It was such a great day that we and Lonnie really enjoyed! It’s a great community event for like-minded animal lovers, especially for our pups to meet new friends!

This year, we’re looking forward to returning, and our little fluffy family has grown! Lonnie will be joining us again for her second walk, and we’re so excited to also bring along our Border Collie puppy, Lucie. My Mum Lorraine will join us again, also bringing her Border Collie puppy Jasper, who just happens to be Lucie’s brother. It will be so much fun to all enjoy the walk together!

It was such a fantastic day! The energy, the community spirit, and seeing so many happy pups made it an event to remember. We loved every moment and can’t wait to do it again!

– Jess Guareschi

PAWS for GAWS is more than just a walk—it’s a chance to celebrate the incredible work GAWS does for animals and our community. Their dedication to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming animals is truly heart-warming. It’s comforting to know there’s an organisation so committed to giving every pet the chance for a loving forever home.

For me, this walk is about giving back to a cause that means so much. It’s also a fun day out with family—both two-legged and four-legged! The wagging tails, happy faces, and shared purpose of supporting GAWS make it a day to remember.

This year, we’re excited to make new memories, raise funds, and celebrate the amazing work GAWS does. If you’ve never joined, I highly recommend it—it’s a wonderful way to make a difference while enjoying a walk with your furry friend. Let’s come together for PAWS for GAWS and show our support for this incredible organisation!