PAWS for WCDS core mission is to provide support to the Wayne County Dog Shelter and Adoption Center.

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PAWS For WCDS – Promoting Animal Welfare in Wayne County

PAWS for WCDS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, charitable organization, whose core mission is to provide support to the Wayne County Dog Shelter and Adoption Center.

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Who We Are

PAWS for WCDS  is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, charitable organization, whose core mission is to provide support to the Wayne County Dog Shelter and Adoption Center. 

PAWS assists in providing the highest level of care both physically and mentally to dogs in Wayne County, works to reduce the stray dog population through spay and neuter initiatives, and provides educational and training opportunities to the staff and public alike.

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Volunteering at PAWS - how you can make a difference

Volunteering: How You Can Make a Difference

Highlights of the various ways people can get involved in helping their local shelter, or helping at PAWS from volunteering time to becoming a member.
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The Importance of Spaying and Neutering

Helping pets live healthier, happier lives starts with us. Let's do our part by making responsible decisions for their future and the future of animal welfare.
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The Journey of a Rescue Dog: From Shelter to Forever Home

The journey of a rescue dog is filled with challenges, but it is also filled with hope. Each step, from the shelter to the forever home, is an opportunity for growth and healing.

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Together We Can Accomplish So Much!

Memberships and Sponsorships Allow Us To Do The Following:

  • Installed acoustic panels to reduce noise in the kennels
  • Replaced 10 intake kennels at the shelter
  • Provide the Leptospirosis vaccination to all dogs entering the shelter
  • Installed fencing for 3 additional play yards
  • Provided play structures in each play yard
  • Landscaped and added trees for shade and privacy to the play yards
  • Provide monthly heartworm prevention to all dogs at the shelter
  • Annual contributions to the Dog Shelter Medical Fund assisting every dog in need of veterinary care.
  • Annual Spay in May contributions to the Spay in Neuter Fund

$65,000.00

Annual Amount Needed To Fund Spay And Neuter Program

700+

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Discover Your Next Best Friend at the Wayne County Dog Shelter!

Find your new loyal companion at the Wayne County Dog Shelter, where countless loving dogs are waiting to become your next best friend. Visit today and experience the joy and happiness of giving a dog a forever home.

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Your Support Makes A Difference

To help you meet your philanthropic goals, we accept a variety of gift types in keeping with our Gift Acceptance Policy. All financial donations are eligible for a full tax exemption. Our FED ID# is: 84-4434213.
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Upcoming Events

Tickets are available to purchase from now through December 6, 2024. The grand drawing will take place live during the Santa PAWS event on Friday, December 6th, at 7 PM.

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Dine at Buffalo Wild Wings® in Wooster on the first Wednesday of every month, and when you mention PAWS, 15% of your bill will be donated back to PAWS. 

Join us on December 6th between 4-8pm at the Wayne County Dog Shelter for their annual Santa PAWS Open House. Bring your dog for a picture with Santa. 

Greystone Event Center – 50 Riffel Rd, Wooster, OH 44691

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