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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PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society

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🐾 🎨 PAWS Paint & Sip: Pet Portrait Edition 🎨🐾Ever looked at your pet and thought, you belong on a canvas? Now’s your chance to make it happen! Grab your friends and join us for a fun-filled afternoon where you’ll create a custom painting of your pet’s face (yes—just that adorable face we all love most)No experience needed—just send us a clear photo of your pets face ahead of time, and we’ll have your canvas sketched and ready to go. We’ll guide you step-by-step so you can bring your furry friend to life.Paint your pet instruction provided by Sue McKenzieThe Dirty Oar, Buckeye Lake. 11272 Avondale Rd, Thornville Sunday, April 19th 2:00 PM – 4:00 PMDoors open at 1 PM for pizza and a ticket auctionPizza and non-alcoholic drinks will be providedOptional cash bar available$40 per personPayment is due at the time of reservationPay via Venmo or the PAWS website (select donate button) Please submit proof of payment to Amber Heavener 740-684-6025 along with your name and phone number and animals face to reserve your spot.✨ Please note: To allow adequate time for preparing each canvas, registration, payment, and your pet’s photo (one face per person) are kindly requested by 4-12-26. We are unable to offer last minute spots. Only 40 Spots available, so be sure to reserve early! Come enjoy a great time, great food, and help support animals in need. 🐕 🎨 🐈 ... See MoreSee Less

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Have you ever locked eyes with a rescue pet and just knew they were yours?Remember the first night they finally felt safe? Would you like to create that moment for another animal?That’s what this fundraiser is all about. Every item donated and every bid placed helps us continue saying “yes” to animals who need us—covering vet care expenses, food, supplies and the second chances that change everything. If you’re looking for a meaningful way to give back, we’re still accepting donations and are incredibly thankful for the support pouring in. Items can be dropped off at Ludowici, Peoples State Bank, or we’re happy to coordinate a pickup.We still have a few corporate/family tables available. Thank you to those that have already partnered with us and confirmed your table. Special shout out to the American Legion Post 376 - Junction City for purchasing two tables! Table sponsors are:- Ludowici- Peoples State Bank- Mastersons Veterinary Clinic- Logan Animal Clinic- Goebel Funeral Home- Sayre Seals & McMillan Real Estate- Fast Traxx Motoplex- Jennifer Turnes, Turning Tails Pet Company and Angela Fry, Keller Williams of Greater Columbus - The Wurz Company- Brinks K-9 Training- Derek Householder, Auditor. Chief Gill and Capt. Newlon, NLPD. TJ Rugg, Prosecutor.- Southeastern Ohio Jeepers- American Legion Post 376 Junction City (two tables!)- Genesis Healthcare System- Dr. Monica Dunlap and family- The Stickdorn - Bringardner family- The Gaitten family- The Berry family- Perry County Community Club Keep watching—we’ve got amazing items coming your way, and you won’t want to miss them. We can’t wait to share this special night with our community.🐾❤️ ... See MoreSee Less

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Mama Bess and Scout. Our NYE rescue when their owner placed mom and litter outside when the babies were only 2 weeks old. A cardboard box was their only source for shelter in freezing temperatures and snow. It’s still just a miracle to us that these babies survived. They are being spayed/neutered today and are ready for their forever family. Mama is 1 year or less and Scout is 3.5 months old. They both have wonderful, friendly dispositions. While there are no other dogs in their foster home, Mama Bess previously lived with other dogs. Cats unknown. Mama is housebroken and Scout is doing great but as a puppy still, accidents are to be expected. 2025 was not kind to them, let’s give them a year to remember with people who love and value them. Other pets in your home must be spay/neutered, current on vaccines, and on regular prevention for fleas/ticks and heartworm. The link to apply is in the comments below! Please share!!! ... See MoreSee Less

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Have you fostered for us? Have you adopted from us? This fundraiser is how we covered the vet bills, food, collars/leashes, for the dog or cat you love and cared for. Please consider donating an auction item in honor of your PAWS pet. Thank you to everyone who has donated items or reserved a table. We’re still welcoming donations for the event. If you’d like to contribute, donations can be dropped off at Ludowici or Peoples State Bank, or we can make arrangements to pick up. We still have a few corporate/family tables available. Thank you to those that have already partnered with us and confirmed your table. Special shout out to the American Legion Post 376 - Junction City for purchasing two tables! Table sponsors are:- Ludowici- Peoples State Bank- Mastersons Veterinary Clinic- Logan Animal Clinic- Goebel Funeral Home- Sayre Seals & McMillan Real Estate- Fast Traxx Motoplex- Jennifer Turnes, Turning Tails Pet Company and Angela Fry, Keller Williams of Greater Columbus - The Wurz Company- Brinks K-9 Training- Derek Householder, Auditor. Chief Gill and Capt. Newlon, NLPD.TJ Rugg, Prosecutor.- Southeastern Ohio Jeepers- American Legion Post 376 Junction City (two tables!)- Genesis Healthcare System- Dr. Monica Dunlap and family- The Stickdorn - Bringardner family- The Gaitten family- The Berry family- Perry County Community Club We’ll keep sharing some of the great items that will be available, so stay tuned. We’re looking forward to a wonderful evening with our community! 🐾♥️🐾 ... 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