The Million Paws Walk is the initiative of Dr Cam Day (the RSPCA Queensland's Operations Manager and Veterinary at the time) as a fundraiser for the many disadvantaged animals.

Our Veterinary Nurse, Melanie Buschor is the primary coordinator for Maleny's Million Paws Walk. Maleny's first Million Paws Walk was held in May 2000, from the Practices' building to Tesch Park, where prizes were awarded, sample bags handed out, and entertainment abounding. In more recent years, as the number of the participants (and their owners) has increased, and we now walk to Show Grounds (Evan Evan's Park).

Maleny Veterinary Services was the first to privately run a Million Paws walk in the State. 100% of funds raised through merchandising, and pet and owner participation at this annual event are donated directly to Queensland's RSPCA.

Many thanks go to the many volunteer, companies and organisation/groups who donate their time, products and/services to ensure that the day is a success.