Non-Profit Animal Rescue and Humane Society in Perry County, OH

– PAWS –
Perry Animal Welfare Society

Perry County Humane 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.

 

 

Adopt (pets in Foster care)

Pets in Need

PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society

16 hours ago

PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society
We are sharing this on behalf of our friend Grizzly. He is a resident at the Perry County Dog Shelter and Adoption Center. He has spent nearly 600 days in the shelter. Half of his life, without a place to call home. He is around 3 years old and is a mixed breed. He has been great with kids every time he has met them at the shelter, he likes other dogs but gets very excited and in their face and wants to play. He would need a dog that could match his energy. Cats are unknown but we expect he’d love to chase them. He does potty when he is taken out of the kennel, he's good on a leash, he does pull when excited but once he has gotten his energy out he is great on a leash, he will sit for treats, he was abandoned with his brother by their owner but his brother got adopted earlier this year. He is a bit of a Houdini. He can jump and climb fences so a committed leash walker is needed. You can meet Grizzly at the Perry County Dog Shelter and Adoption Center, 1650 Commerce Dr. New Lexington. Please share so Grizz doesn’t have to spend another day in the shelter. ...

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PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society

1 day ago

PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society
We took Eenie and Meenie in when they were just 2 weeks old after losing their mama. They’ve grown into sweet, affectionate kitties who are ready to find a family of their own.They are good with kids, cats, and dogs, making them a wonderful addition to just about any family! They’ve been waiting far too long. Let’s find them their happily ever after! Who has room in their heart and home for Eenie & Meenie? Link to apply is listed in the comments below. Please share! ...

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PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society

3 days ago

PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society
We are so grateful to everyone who came out, participated, dressed up, volunteered, and helped make today’s 5K a success. Our community continues to show up for the animals, and we couldn’t do it without you!🏆 TODAY’S WINNERS!🥇 Overall 1st Place: Sandra — 28:45!🏅Best Dog Costume: Luke the Shark🏅Best Human Costume: Meghan the Dalmatian🏅Best Dog/Human Combo: Katelynn & Milo — Vampire and Bat Dog Christy, Bugsy & Gerry🏅Best Group Costume: The Minion Family — Courtney, Vivian & Sassy!A special shout-out to Burroak State Park for partnering with us to hold this event, Logan Animal Clinic for donating our prizes and Ludowici for sponsoring our medals!As a small, volunteer-run rescue, events like this make such a difference. Every registration, donation, and helping hand helps us continue doing what we do for animals in need.Have pictures from today’s 5K? We’d love to see them! Drop your photos in the comments. Thank you for making Year 2 fun. We hope to see you next year! 🧡🐾 ...

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PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society

5 days ago

PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society
Zebo was rescued from flood waters back in August. He’s 1.5 years old and an undetermined mix of breeds. Zebo was a dog left outside and not properly socialized. He was incredibly shut down and terrified at the shelter. He wouldn’t walk on a leash. The pictures below show what some love, attention, and guidance from canine and human friends can doZebo is continuing to adjust to his foster home. He sleeps in his crate at night and is crated whenever is fosters are away. He does still like to sneak off and chew things up.Zebo is still working on pottying outside only. He goes outside about 95% of the time so expect an occasional accident. He is doing well learning basic commands.Zebo loves playing with his dog friends. He does well with other dogs. He is food motivated and enjoys treats. Zebo is very sweet and loves attention from those he trusts. If you’d like to help Zebo complete his doggie transformation, please apply using the link in the comments below. Please be prepared to provide proof of vaccinations, spay/neuter, and regular prevention if you have other pets.Please share for Zebo, he’s ready for his happily ever after! ...

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PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society

5 days ago

PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society
This happy, wiggly-butt boy is still waiting, and we need to get him out of the shelter. Dewalt came to PAWS in September as part of a humane case. His wounds have healed, but he’s heartworm positive and will be starting treatment soon. We desperately need a foster home where he can recover. Heartworm treatment requires strict activity restrictions, including crate time and leash walks only.Dewalt is dog friendly, but cats are unknown. He’s the sweetest boy with the biggest ears and a whole lot of love to give. We need a foster or foster-to-adopt home in central or southeastern Ohio that can get him to Mastersons Veterinary Clinic in Somerset for his continued care. If you have pets, they must be spayed/neutered, up to date on vaccines, and on flea, tick, and heartworm preventatives.Zero applications- This boy has already been let down by humans. Please help us find someone who will give him the chance he deserves.If you can help, please apply using the link in the comments below. If you can’t, PLEASE SHARE! Let’s get this wiggly butt out of the shelter and Into a home. ...

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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