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.

 

 

Adopt (pets in Foster care)

Pets in Need

You know the problem with Bess? Not a daggone thing, except that she’s an ordinary brown dog. Not flashy, no pedigree. If she had the name doodle tied to her, there would be a stack of applications. Oh wait, DNA testing of her puppies confirmed poodle in them, maybe we call her a mutt-a-doodle! The reality is she’s a Heinz 57. A little bit of this and a little bit of that.While Bess looks like an old soul, she is still a puppy herself. She gave birth in December and kept herself and her puppies alive after they were thrown outside with only a cardboard box for shelter. They were rescued on a cold, snowy, New Years Eve. Her puppies have long since been adopted but she’s still waiting.Bess is active, energetic girl and would enjoy hiking or daily walks. Her foster is working on not jumping on people. She’s great with other dogs, but will need one to match her energy level because she plays hard. Bess is a vocal girl and will let you know when she wants something. Especially when it’s time to go to bed. Bess is housebroken and can be left uncrated with perfect behavior while you are gone. She knows sit and let’s you know when she needs to go out. Loves to snuggle next to her human in bed at night. Loves to chew and destroy toys, but has not chewed ANYTHING that she shouldn't. Bess has been exemplary with kids she has met. While she has not been around cats, we don’t recommend as she has exhibited small prey drive. Shes not a girl that can be trusted off leash as she would run.If you can provide Bess with her happy ending please apply using the link in the comments below. Other pets in your home or previous pets must have a record of regular yearly wellness exams, routine vaccinations, spay/neuter, and prevention for flea/tick and heartworm. Saturday shares for our girl Bess! ... See MoreSee Less
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We have an event in New Straitsville on June 6th. We need some volunteers to help. This is not an all day commitment. We have 3 different shifts of 3-4 hours we could use some help. 9-1, 12-4, and 4-7. We need everything from working registration, helping move food from one location to another, selling raffle tickets. For those of you that can’t foster, this is a wonderful way to provide support to our organization. This side by side event will benefit both PAWS and the New Straitsville Methodist Church. Please share!!! ... See MoreSee Less
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It’s National Rescue Dog Day! Show us your rescue dogs! By the way, Bess is still patiently waiting to be rescued……. #rescuedismyfavoritebreed #waitingforyou ... See MoreSee Less
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Fiona was picked up on Monday and went to her new home. We have been so fortunate to find such amazing homes for Bella and her babies. Here’s to your happily ever after Fiona! ... See MoreSee Less
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We thought Angus had an adopter lined up, but they have since changed their mind. That’s ok, we want adopters to be thoughtful and cognizant of the time and commitment a puppy takes. It’s not for the weak.However, if you are in the market for a puppy, this would be the one you want. A puppy fostered by dog trainer! Angus is an 11 week old boxer mix. This boy has already learned all the skills to test for the STAR puppy test (sit, down, come, let’s go, and can sit and stay in place while owner walks away). He does excellent in his crate and will go to the door to signal his need to go out. He’s great with other dogs, cat and chickens. He especially loves kids. Angus already weighs 21 pounds, he will be a big boy once fully grown.The Brinks have fostered lots of dogs for PAWS. They have mentioned they wished they were in the market for another dog so they could keep him if that tells you how special this boy is. We need a foster to adopt home in Central or SE Ohio that can continue his vet care at one of our two clinics in Logan or Somerset, Ohio. Meet and greets are scheduled once applications are received and approved. To apply for Angus click the link in the comments below. If you have a dog they must be current on vaccines, spay/neutered, and on regular preventives for flea/ticks and heartworm disease. Regular wellness visits are an absolute must to be eligible to adopt. Please share to help us find the perfect home for Angus! ... 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.

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.