A Fresh New Start

Finding Help for Our Animal Families in the Year to Come

Paws Humane Society plays a vital role in our community by providing essential services and support for animals in our community. Offering a lifeline to over 17,000 furry companions who need help each year. Each staff member is committed to enhancing the quality of life for these animals and curbing shelter populations, Paws Humane Society employs a multifaceted approach that includes an adoption center, an affordable veterinary clinic, community outreach, and various life-saving programs.

Embark on a pet’s transformative journey through the corridors of Paws Humane Society, where every day unfolds as a new chance for these animals:

1. Shelter Haven

Paws Humane Society serves as a sanctuary for over 100 homeless dogs, cats, and critters daily. Functioning as a limited admissions shelter, it opens its doors to animals from Columbus Animal Care and Control, surrendered pets, and those facing emergency situations. With no time constraints, each animal receives quality care for the duration of their stay, offering them the time needed to find their forever home.

2. Compassionate Veterinary Care

The society’s low-cost, high-quality spay/neuter and wellness Veterinary Clinic prioritizes shelter medicine, ensuring every animal, regardless of their condition, receives top-notch medical attention. From spay/neuter surgeries to

microchipping and heartworm treatment, the clinic serves as the first stop for every shelter pet, with additional specialized care provided in collaboration with local veterinarian partners.

3. Foster Families and In-Home Heroes

Puppies and kittens, some just days old, as well as adult pets in need of healing and rehabilitation, find solace in the homes of loving foster families—Paws Humane Society’s

in-home heroes. These dedicated caregivers provide the necessary love and care, helping animals build confidence and prepare for adoption.

4. Beyond Boundaries

As animals reach readiness for adoption, Paws Humane Society’s Transport program extends their journey to new horizons. Partnering with shelters in states with a demand for pets, such as New York and Pennsylvania, the program addresses the shortage of adoptable animals and ensures that every pet finds a loving home.

In addition to adoption services, Paws Humane Society places a great emphasis on promoting responsible pet ownership. They offer various educational programs, including workshops and seminars, that engage the community in understanding the needs and responsibilities of owning a pet. By imparting knowledge on topics such as proper animal care, nutrition, and training, they actively contribute to reducing the number of abandoned and neglected animals in our area.

5. Healing and Enrichment

Recognizing the stress of shelter life, Paws Humane Society prioritizes the well-being of its animals through enrichment activities. From playgroups and socializing to food puzzles and games, expert trainers and behaviorists guide animals on a path of healing and confidence building, ensuring each pet experiences tailored care, even including special outings to parks or a stop at Starbucks for a puppuccino.

6. A Forever Home

The joyous culmination of the journey is when pets find their forever homes. Paws Humane Society remains committed to adopters by offering ongoing support for training, medical advice, and more.

7. Keeping Our Shelters NO Kill

Another crucial aspect of their work is tackling the issue of pet overpopulation through spaying and neutering programs. By providing affordable or even free sterilization services, Paws Humane Society effectively helps prevent unwanted litters and reduces the strain on local animal control facilities. This helps maintain a healthier and more balanced pet population, while also avoiding the tragic fate of countless animals left without homes.

Furthermore, Paws Humane Society frequently collaborates with other organizations, both within and outside our community, to ensure the welfare of animals extends beyond their immediate reach. They actively engage in advocacy and lobbying efforts, working towards animal rights, improved legislation, and the overall well-being of pets in our society.

This New Year, consider the life-changing impact of providing a new beginning to a shelter pet. Join Paws Humane Society in its mission to create a brighter future for our furry friends.