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Why PAWS?

The Pet Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) has been helping animals in need since 1962. Our dedicated staff and volunteers provide shelter, medical attention, and love to the dogs and cats in our care.

How Can You Help?

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Donate

We exist solely on the contributions of individual animal lovers like you.

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Adopt

See our current cats and dogs, you may just find a new family member!

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Volunteer

It all has to get done and it has to get done every day.

Celebrating 60 Years

Why Choose PAWS?

Latest Adoption Stats

Pet Adoptions in 2024

Cats/Kittens: 422

Dogs/Puppies: 111

Pet Adoptions
Year To Date

Cats/Kittens: 269

Dogs/Puppies: 62

Pet Adoptions in 
September 2025

Cats/Kittens: 28

 Dogs/Puppies: 12

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*Please Take Note* 

Pets featured on social may no longer be available for adoption. Please see up to date, available, pets on our adoption pages linked below.

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