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

PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society

26 minutes ago

PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society
Meet Howie. He has two strikes against him before he’s even had a chance.He’s a Lab/Pit Bull mix.And he’s black.Two things he didn’t choose. Two things that may cause people to scroll right past his picture without ever knowing what a sweet, deserving puppy is waiting underneath that black coat. He’s only 4½ months old and is truly one of the best puppies we’ve had the privilege of saving. He keeps a clean crate, has a great understanding of housebreaking, just don’t expect perfection yet. He’s a great playmate with other dogs, ok with cats and is recommended for children over 10 . Howie is food motivated so training is easy. Howie wants to play. He wants to learn. He wants a person to love. He wants someone to call his own.And right now, he needs someone willing to look past the label… past the color… past the assumptions… and simply see a baby who deserves a home. 🖤 Be the person who sees him. Be the person who chooses him. Be the person who gives him the chance he deserves.If you think Howie could be your forever friend, please apply using the link in the comments below. He needs a family that values regular veterinary care. Other pets must be vaccinated, on preventatives, and spay/neutered. Howie was neutered today is ready to be adopted.Sometimes the dog everyone else overlooks is the dog who ends up stealing your entire heart. Please share! ...

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PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society

23 hours ago

PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society
This looks like a dog laying on the sofa to you, and you’re not wrong. It’s also so much more. This is a dog that’s been shut down and hiding in his kennel. Afraid of everything and everyone except his canine foster siblings. We were able to pull Zebo from the shelter last week. He’s been in a foster home for 10 days and for the first time he felt comfortable enough to go to the sofa instead of his crate. This boy is going to be a project, and thankfully he’s with a family who has done this before. They are patient and kind and will give this most unique looking boy the tools he needs to become a wonderful pet. Zebo is nowhere near ready for a home of his own, but stay tuned for updates.This is rescue. Hard core. If you’d like to take part in changing a life, Zebo still has two siblings left at the shelter. Submit a foster agreement using the link in the comments below. Photos of his siblings will be there too. ...

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PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society

1 day ago

PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society
Now that Jersey has had time to settle into a foster home, we’ve learned so much more about him. Jersey is housebroken and crate trained. His crate is his safe space, and when things get loud or overwhelming, he may choose to retreat there. He may protest briefly when crated, but settles quickly.He LOVES toys — especially squeaky ones! He enjoys fetch, tug-of-war, and toys he can really thrash around with. Jersey loves playing and racing around with other dogs and does well with cats. He has shown no prey drive toward cats. Most of all, Jersey is a sweet, loving boy who wants cuddles and affection. Jersey is cautious and slow to trust, so he needs a patient person who will let him approach and engage at his own pace. Quick movements or reaching for him too quickly can scare him, but a calm, friendly voice helps him feel secure. His feet have healed and he is now comfortable having them touched by people he trusts. Jersey has come a long way, and we know there is someone out there who will give him the patience, love, and security he deserves.To apply, click the link in the comments below. Vet references are required if you have pets. Basic veterinary care is expected (spay/neuter, vaccinations, prevention). To apply click the link in the comments below. Please share and help us find Jerseys person! ...

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PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society

3 days ago

PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society
Nina is a 4.5 month old lab/pit mix. Shes been a gem in her foster home, they can’t say enough good things about her. Crate trained and potty training going well. Shes a sweet girl who is doing well with her furry foster siblings. She needs a foster to adopt home in Central or SE Ohio so she can continue her vetting with us. Vet references required if you have pets with basic veterinary care is expected (spay/neuter, vaccinations, prevention). To apply click the link in the comments below. Share!! ...

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PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society

4 days ago

PAWS - Perry Animal Welfare Society
Coming soon! Kitten cuteness overload! Stay tuned for more information on these fabulous felines. ...

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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