22 August 2026 · 10am–8pm · B1, The Star Plaza (Star Vista)
Event Highlights
Pick up practical pet first aid tips, take part in activities and meet organisations supporting responsible pet care.
Cats and Dogs First Aid Demo
Dog Obstacle Area
Partner Booths and Pet Marketplace
Photo Spot
Goodie Bags and Freebies!
Plan Your Day
Come for the conversations and pet first aid talks, then stay for the marketplace, partner activities and demonstrations.
Morning Talks & Programme
Paws & Prepare Begins
The Responsible Pet Care Conversation
Are We Prepared When Our Pets Need Help?
Moderated by Eunice Olsen.
Hear from Hope for Animals, Beecroft, Pet Care Medic and Singapore Red Cross Academy as they discuss gaps in pet first aid readiness, preparing for veterinary emergencies and what pet owners can do in the crucial first moments before professional care is available.
Partnership Signing
Marking our shared commitment to extending the Chain of Care to animals through pet first aid education.
Pet First Aid Talk 101
Find out how to recognise emergency warning signs, when to seek urgent veterinary help, common mistakes to avoid and what information can help your veterinarian assess your pet.
Pet First Aid in Action: Bandaging for Cats & Dogs
Marketplace & Activities
Pet Marketplace and Partner Booth Activities
Browse pet booths, complete activities at four main partner booths and take on the dog obstacle course.
The Pet Marketplace and activities continue until 8pm. Programme timings and activities are subject to change.
Goodies & Giveaways
Pre-register, check in and take part in the activities to unlock event-only goodies and prizes.
Free Cat or Dog Goodie Bag
Complete the activities at all four main partner booths to redeem one cat or dog goodie bag filled with pet items worth up to S$60.
Pre-register and Check In
Complete All Four Activities
Redeem Your Goodie Bag
Pre-registration is required but does not reserve or guarantee a goodie bag. Participants must complete all four main partner booth activities to qualify. Goodie bags are available while stocks last, and the type issued is subject to availability. Contents may vary and cannot be exchanged for cash or other items.
Free Pet Caricature!
Be among the first 20 participants to complete all four main partner booth activities and redeem your goodie bag to receive a complimentary pet caricature by Love Within.
Limited to the first 20 qualifying participants. Each participant is entitled to one caricature featuring one person and one pet only, subject to the artist’s availability and event conditions.
Goofiest Pet-and-Pawrent Photo Challenge
Strike a pose with your pet at the Paws & Prepare Photo Spot and stand a chance to win smart pet-care prizes from Petcaso, plus a Pets First Aid Class for two and limited-edition Snoopy goodies from Singapore Red Cross Academy
How to Enter
- Take a photo of yourself and your pet at the Paws & Prepare Photo Spot using your own phone or camera.
- Share the photo on your Instagram Story by 8pm on 22 August 2026.
- Follow @sgredcross.academy and @petscaso on Instagram.
- Tag both @sgredcross.academy and @petscaso in your Story.
- Keep your Instagram account public until the winners are announced.
What You Could Win
Photo Challenge Terms and Conditions
- Both the participant and their pet must appear in the photo.
- The photo must be taken at the Paws & Prepare Photo Spot.
- All entry requirements must be completed for the submission to qualify.
- Each participant may submit one entry only.
- Winners must present their winning Instagram account and notification message during collection.
- Prizes are not transferable or exchangeable for cash or other items.
- Unclaimed prizes may be awarded to another eligible participant.
- Eligible entries may be reposted by Singapore Red Cross Academy and Petcaso with attribution.
- The judges’ decision is final.
Pre-registration is required but does not guarantee a goodie bag, giveaway item or activity slot.
Sponsors & Partners
Paws & Prepare is made possible with the support of our programme partners and sponsors.
Organised by
Programme Partners
Media Partner
Prize Sponsor
Goodie Bag Sponsors
Lead Goodie Bag Sponsor
Supporting Goodie Bag Sponsors
Participating Vendors
Event Terms & Disclaimers
- Programme timings, activities and giveaways are subject to change without prior notice.
- Goodie bags are available while stocks last and limited to one per participant, upon completion and verification of the required booth activities.
- Pets attending the event must be kept on a leash or in a suitable carrier at all times, in line with venue rules. Owners are responsible for their pets’ behaviour and wellbeing throughout the event.
- Photographs and videos may be taken at the event for Singapore Red Cross Academy’s publicity and documentation purposes. By attending, you consent to the reasonable use of such materials.
- Demonstrations at this event are for general awareness only and do not replace formal training or professional veterinary advice.
- Singapore Red Cross Academy reserves the right to amend the event details, terms and mechanics where necessary.