Non-Profit Animal Rescue in Perry County, OH

– PAWS –
Perry Animal Welfare Society

When you bring a furry friend into your home, you’re making a lifetime commitment to care for and love that pet. It means being financially responsible and having a stable lifestyle.  
Volunteers Who Match Pets with Loving Homes

Located in Perry County, OH,  PAWS – Perry Animal Welfare Society is a 501(c)3 that was established in 2018. Our mission is to re-home dogs and cats with loving and committed families.

We do not own or operate a shelter. We have an incredible team of volunteers and foster families who temporarily care for the pets we rescue.

We thoroughly review applications from those who apply to foster or adopt our dogs or cats. We do our best to ensure that the family or individual is committed to the pet’s care for its entire life.

We strive to make sure the pet is the best fit for the family or individual, and likewise.

 

 

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Pets in Need

PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society

1 day ago

PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society
Thursday, while you were gathered around the table with your loved ones celebrating Thanksgiving, we were gathered around Macy to say goodbye. She had declined significantly in the past two days and our worst fears were confirmed when she tested positive for distemper. The suffering this pup has endured is unimaginable. She knew love and kindness and was snuggled up to her foster as she peacefully passed. They stopped for chicken nuggets and ice cream before heading to the clinic to give her our final act of love by letting her go. The rest of this post is going to step on toes and point fingers so feel free to scroll on by if you are easily offended. We get pushback and complaints all the time that our adoption requirements are too strict. Macy, is exactly why we have those requirements. We aren’t asking for anything extraordinary, we are asking for BASIC veterinary care of regular vaccinations , spaying-neutering, and flea/tick/heartworm prevention. These are the basic things needed to keep your dog healthy. If you don’t provide these things for your dog, you are not a responsible dog owner. Period. Macy died because of an irresponsible owner. She was the product of a litter that never should’ve happened and then never vaccinated. She suffered horribly. We will never apologize for thoroughly screening our potential adopters to make sure they don’t end up in a home that will give them more of the same. LOVE IS NOT ENOUGH. If your dog isn’t current on vaccines, schedule your appointment TODAY. Spay/neuter your pets, there is no excuse for an unplanned pregnancy. If you can’t afford any of this, don’t get a pet! There are low cost options out there, look for them!Macy’s passing doesn’t eliminate the bills we must pay on her behalf. Please donate in memory of Macy. Anything we collect over the amount of her bills, will be used to save the next dog. You can donate using the link to our website in the comments below or via our Facebook page. Rest in peace sweet Macy. Your life mattered to us. ... See MoreSee Less

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PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society

3 days ago

PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society
Today we are thankful for everyone who has volunteered, donated, shared a post, fostered, and adopted. We couldn’t do this without you. Thanksgiving blessings to you and yours from the PAWS family. 🐾♥️🐾 ... See MoreSee Less

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PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society

5 days ago

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Look at our boy Rudy doing big boy things ♥️ ... See MoreSee Less

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PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society

6 days ago

PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society
We know, we know. Giving Tuesday isn’t until next week, but we’ve got a situation that needs us to start our fundraising efforts now. Last Tuesday, Macy was found in the middle of St Rt 204. The assumption was that she was hit by a car as she couldn’t walk. After a thorough exam there was no sign of trauma or pain. Finally by Friday she was able to take a few shaky steps. Saturday she went to a foster home. Unfortunately, we have seen no real progress and knew she needed a neurologist. Today we took Macy to MedVet for a consult. We are still without a diagnosis but they feel certain that some type of infection is attacking her central nervous system. In 3-5 days we should have the results and know more what we are dealing with and how to proceed.5 days in our clinic hospitalized, an emergency trip to MedVet and multiple expensive tests, and follow up visits with neurology have us reaching out to our Facebook family asking for help. You can donate via our website (link in the comments below), donate via our facebook page, or we can give you an address to mail a check. Please help Macy! If you can’t donate, please share!! ... See MoreSee Less

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PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society

7 days ago

PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society
Like his sister Opal, sweet Onyx is looking for a place to call home. This 5 month old boy is 30lbs. He is great with other dogs and loves snuggles most of all. He keeps a clean crate over night and is working on mastering housebreaking. He loves chew toys and bones. He sleeps all night in his crate. If you remember, Onyx and Opal had to be live trapped after being abandoned in the woods. You would never know that was their start in life as they are so social and trusting.We are looking for a foster to adopt home in Central or SE Ohio that can take him to his last several vet appointments at our clinic. Other pets in your home must be current on vaccines, spay/neutered and on regular preventative’s for flea/tick/heartworm. To apply for Onyx the link is in the comments below. Share!!! ... See MoreSee Less

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What We Do

Rescue Animals in Need of Care and a home

We help dogs and cats in Perry County, OH, that need to find loving homes.

Advocate Responsible Pet Ownership

Find out what it takes to be the best pet parent(s). Understand finances, vet care and laws.

Promote Spay & Neuter of Animals

Please don’t contribute to the over-population problems that exist today.

Find Pets A Loving Home

It’s more than providing food, water and shelter. It’s about LOVE.

Foster a Dog or Cat

Temporarily caring for an animal before it finds its forever home can be one of the most rewarding experiences. You will care for the animal and provide insight into its personality while it’s waiting on adoption.

Apply to be a Temporary Home

Sponsor an Animal's Adoption Fee

When you donate $250 to PAWS, you’re giving a dog or cat a new leash on life. You’re enabling our volunteers to intake pets in need, provide vet care, and find them a loving home — at no cost to the approved adopter.

Adopt a Dog or Cat

It melts our hearts to be able to see animals adopted and spoiled beyond belief by their new parent(s). If you have the space in your heart, your finances and your home — we welcome your application.

Fill out an application