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

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PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society

20 hours ago

Everyone wants a puppy, yet this guy can’t get a second look. Howie says it’s officially sweater weather! The chilly morning had this short haired boy shivering!Howie came from a sad situation. He was not properly socialized so there’s lots of things he’s not been exposed too. Now that he’s fully vaccinated we are trying to get him out and about as much as possible. Yesterday he went to a soccer game and today he was at a softball game. The majority of the time he sat in his fosters lap and took it all in. He had many children request permission to pet him. Thank you, parents for teaching your children to ask before approaching a dog. While Howie wasn’t excited to see all the children he wasn’t uncomfortable letting them pet him. The small children that are loud and move fast scared him some so we are definitely recommending a home with children 10 and up who are dog savvy.Yesterday, Howie had a play date with former PAWS dog Bess. He had the best time and was thoroughly exhausted when he got back to his foster home. How plays hard, but crashes hard too. His play style could be described as rough. He’s only 20 pounds but easily holds his own with a 60 pound dog. Howie would be too much for a small dog. Howie has an excellent understanding of housebreaking. He rarely has an accident and keeps a clean crate.This boy loves toys and to snuggle. He’d like nothing more than to sleep with his head on your shoulder. Fair warning, he snores a little but hey, don’t we all. He’s an excellent passenger when riding in the car. Howie is fully vetted and can go anywhere. He’s such a well behaved pup. He needs someone willing to continue showing him how wonderful life can be. He is 4.5 months old and a Lab/Pitbull mix. To apply click the link in the comments below. If you have or had other pets, be prepared to show proof that you provided regular veterinary care such as prevention, vaccinations and spay/neuter. Howie deserves the best and we want to make sure he gets it! Please share! ...

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PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society

2 days ago

Ginny is still waitingNot one application. Not one person asking about her.Ginny was rescued from the floodwaters and is now safe, loved, and learning what it means to be a dog. She is as sweet as they come — very loving, good with dogs and kids, enjoys car rides, and does well in her crate.She’s still learning the basics and needs someone patient who will give her time and structure. She doesn’t need a fenced yard — just someone willing to dedicate time to leash walking and help her learn where potty time happens.She does best in a cat-free home. To apply, click the link in the comments below. Please share. Her person is out there. 🐾 ...

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PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society

3 days ago

Help! It’s became abundantly clear this week that we can no longer, as a board take care of everything ourselves . We need transport drivers. Someone to pick up animals and deliver to foster homes or adoptive home. Deliver food and supplies to our foster homes. Occasionally we need help with a vet appointments depending on the animal. We are looking for people that live in Perry, Hocking, Athens, Fairfield, Licking, and Muskingum counties as we literally have fosters everywhere. If this sounds like something you would be able to do, please send us a private message. ...

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PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society

3 days ago

UPDATE! We found a kitty uber for Love Bug! Thanks Amanda!!!We are looking for someone who can help us get this boy to Zanesville tonight to his new foster home. Send us a private message if you can give Love Bug a ride!! Pick up in the Shawnee/New Lexington area. ...

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PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society

3 days ago

This sweet boy is still waiting for someone to see what we see in him. Jersey has really blossomed in his foster home. He’s housebroken, crate trained, playful, affectionate, dog-friendly and cat-friendly. He loves squeaky toys, playing fetch, tug-of-war, and running around with his dog friends.But Jersey isn’t the kind of dog who immediately runs up to everyone he meets. He’s a little cautious and needs time to trust. He does best with someone who will be patient, move slowly, and let him come to them. Once he feels safe, you get to see the sweet, cuddly boy underneath it all.His crate is his safe place when he needs a break, and he’s learning that people can be trusted. His feet have healed, but his future family should continue to take things slowly with handling them until he’s completely comfortable.He’s waiting. And we’re really hoping his person is out there. Please share Jersey. Maybe the person who is meant to find him just hasn’t seen him yet. To apply, click the link in the comments below. ...

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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