Mission Statement

To prevent overpopulation and suffering of companion animals, to teach kindness and responsibility toward them, and to promote the remarkable capacity of pets to enrich human lives through pet-assisted therapy programs.

People Helping Animals

• Adoption
• Veterinary Services
• Animal Foster Care
• AniMeals–Providing food for the animals of homebound Citizens
• Pet Protection Program –With this service, we provide shelter for pets of displaced families until the victim is able to re-establish themselves and bring their pets back into their families. This may be due to emergencies including domestic violence, fire, and environmental evacuation.
• Education Services–Providing an age-appropriate curriculum for children of all ages, teaching animal kindness and safety
• Deployment Options– Options for your pet during deployment

Animals Helping People

PAWS to Read
Partnering with the area schools and libraries to assist youth working to improve reading skills

PAWS for Healing
Visiting Senior residents of retirement and nursing homes and assisted living facilities with unconditional pet love and attention

Play PAWS
Brightening the lives of children hospitalized in the Children’s Center of Columbus Regional Medical Center

Do you have a dog that would make a great therapy pet? Click HERE for more information!

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