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Just a few years ago, cats with feline leukemia (FeLV) were considered unadoptable due outdated assumptions about their quality of life. Now, one couple is on a mission to open their home to as many of these special cats as possible! Since adopting their first “felvie” in 2019, Taylor and Ed have saved seven feline […]
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Us watching a hurricane approach during Mutt Strut week 🤨 We’re keeping a VERY close eye on Ian’s path in the next 24 hours, and will be making a final call regarding our rain date (October 2) by midday tomorrow. Please cross your fingers, paws, and toes for a change of course so we can Strut as planned this Saturday!
#PAWSMuttStrut #phillypaws
Check out this week's ringworm kitten roundup! We've got a few new faces as well as some old ones, and every one of them is hoping to finish their treatment in a foster or forever home with you. We're especially worried about tiny Penguin, who's all alone at just 10 weeks old, and Bob & Linda, who have stopped eating after coming down with kitten colds.
If you have room in your home and heart for a sweet fungal friend or two, please email foster@phillypaws.org with the subject “ringworm kittens”!
Some ringworm fast facts:
🔹 It’s not a worm — it’s a fungal infection of the skin that usually shows up as small patches of hair loss in pets.
🔹 It’s a mild infection, but contagious to people and pets, so a separate room for fosters is the best way to prevent it from spreading during treatment.
🔹 It usually takes 4-8 weeks to clear up (and many of these babies are already a few weeks into their treatment)!
🔹 We have twice weekly “dip days” at our Grays Ferry clinics for ringworm fosters/adopters to drop their kitties off for medicated baths — no need to do it at home!
#getyourrescueon #kittensofinstagram #ringwormkittens #fosteringsaveslives #phillypaws #phillypawsfoster
Check out this week’s ringworm kitten roundup! We’ve got a few new faces as well as some old ones, and every one of them is hoping to finish their treatment in a foster or forever home with you. We’re especially worried about tiny Penguin, who’s all alone at just 10 weeks old, and Bob & Linda, who have stopped eating after coming down with kitten colds.
If you have room in your home and heart for a sweet fungal friend or two, please email foster@phillypaws.org with the subject “ringworm kittens”!
Some ringworm fast facts:
🔹 It’s not a worm — it’s a fungal infection of the skin that usually shows up as small patches of hair loss in pets.
🔹 It’s a mild infection, but contagious to people and pets, so a separate room for fosters is the best way to prevent it from spreading during treatment.
🔹 It usually takes 4-8 weeks to clear up (and many of these babies are already a few weeks into their treatment)!
🔹 We have twice weekly “dip days” at our Grays Ferry clinics for ringworm fosters/adopters to drop their kitties off for medicated baths — no need to do it at home!
Just 3 days to go until the PAWS Mutt Strut! We'd like to give a HUGE thanks to all the amazing Strutters who've been working their tails off to fundraise this year, with an extra shout out to our 2022 fundraising teams. Teams have always played a vital role in the success of the Strut, and we were thrilled to welcome several new groups to the PAWS family this year!
One new team is the Fishtown B*tches, a group of four animal-loving friends (Bill, Jenny, Beth and Jen) who live in Fishtown and are pet parents to female doggos who go on pack walks together. Several of these friends have connections to PAWS through volunteering, fostering, or adopting, and they had so much fun at last year's Strut they decided to take their participation to the next level by creating a team and fundraising together for 2022!
A fun way they’ve been raising funds is through the talents of team member Jenny, who's been creating sketches of people's dogs when they donate (which you can see at their account @sketchy_pups)!
Another new team, "All Together Ooky", is made up of four creepy, kooky, animal loving friends (Andrew, Heather, Sarah, and Sean) who have a special place in their hearts for rescues. Several members previously fostered and volunteered with PAWS, and they created a fundraising team for the Mutt Strut because they've seen first hand the amazing work PAWS does and wanted to give back.
To raise funds, they’ve shared info about PAWS with their friends, family, and coworkers, and held a bake sale with cookies decorated like Heather’s dog Maggie to raise even more funds for PAWS! It's a win-win for all, since for every donation they receive, their pets get a treat!
We're endlessly inspired by the creativity, fun, and dedication shown by the animal lovers in our community, and deeply grateful to the teams and fundraisers who've brought us so close to our Mutt Strut goal of $125K! All donations are currently being matched by an anonymous donor family up to $10,000, so make a gift or register to raise funds now through our #linkinbio!
#teamworkmakesthedreamwork #PAWSMuttStrut #phillypaws #dogsofphilly
Are you looking to adopt a puppy? These four wiggle butts will be ready to go home with you at the #PAWSMuttStrut this Saturday!
Moose, Luna, Oats, and Opal are ready to bring lots of tail wags and joy to their new forever families, and will be waiting to meet you at our Adoption Central tent.
Apply through our #linkinbio to get approved ahead of time so you can take your new friend home this weekend if you fall in love!
In order of appearance:
🐾 Moose (m) 4 months
🐾 Luna (f) 6 months
🐾 Opal (f) 4 months
🐾 Oats (f) 4 months.
#dogsofphilly #phillyfallfestival #puppiesofinstagram #puppylife #adoptlocalphl #phillypaws
Wonderbread here with some BIG news: an anonymous donor family is matching all donations to the #PAWSMuttStrut, up to $10,000!
With just four days until we Strut, every dollar raised will go twice as far to save lives and help us reach our goal. That means even more second chances for pets like Bread: this gentle hunk lost his home when his owner was unable to keep him due to health issues, but now he’s safely settled and stealing hearts at PAWS!
Register to start fundraising at through our #linkinbio, then join us at @navyyardphila this Saturday for a fun-filled fall festival for humans and dogs alike!
#dogsofphilly #phillypaws #phillyfallfestival
This adorable weirdo is looking for a partner in crime! Pierogi is a big ‘ole nerd once the squeaky toys come out, and she’s not afraid to show it. She might be four years old, but Pierogi has the soul of a puppy and lots of silly antics to go with it.
A “Velcro dog” who loves to stay glued to your side, Pierogi is hoping to find a home with a dog-savvy foster or adopter who can continue her training and help her to feel comfortable spending time alone. Email foster@phillypaws.org to foster Pierogi, or learn more about her at our adoptions page (link in bio)!
#nerdalert #dogsofphilly #getyourrescueon #rescuedog #fosteringsaveslives #phillypaws
The #PAWSMuttStrut is this Saturday! If you raise $150 or more before the event, you'll have at least one prize to collect, starting with our 2022 special edition t-shirt. Plus, top fundraisers have a chance to win a party at Urban Village Brewery, or a Philly night out at Charlie Was A Sinner and the Philadelphia Orchestra! All that on top of the dozens of amazing raffle prizes you'll have a chance to win at the event.
We just might have another matching gift opportunity coming up soon 😉 so register now at our #linkinbio and stay tuned for a chance to double your fundraising!
#phillyfallfestival #phillypaws #friskyinphilly
Sheriff of Rottingham is a loyal & soulful boy who’s convinced humans are just Big Friendly Cats he has to talk to in loud, slow meows 😭
He goes absolutely wild for foot rubs & will fall asleep snuggled against your feet! A big fan of fuzzy objects, this FIV+ cutie seeks a calm & quiet home w/ some quality wand toys.
Looking for a polite cat to keep you company? Sheriff is your man!
Learn more about Sheriff by visiting our adoption page via the link in our bio!
#phillypaws #phillypawsfoster #adoptdontshop #catsofinstagram
Say hello to our @CioccaSubaruofPhiladelphia spotlight pet, Lady! This sweet girl was very shy at the shelter after losing her home, but she’s blossomed into a snuggly and loyal companion now that she’s in foster care with a doggy sister to pal around with. Lady will be a great fit if you’ve got a pup at home who’s looking for a friend, and she even gets along with cats!
Our friends at Ciocca Philadelphia continue to be vital partners to PAWS. They’ve contributed thousands of lifesaving funds though their #SubaruShareTheLove event and special sponsorships, including a $5000 matching donation for the #PAWSMuttStrut! We are profoundly grateful for their support, so be sure to pop by their tent and show them some love at the #PAWSMuttStrut next Saturday!
#phillypaws #cioccadealerships #dogsofphilly #rescuedog #adoptlocalphl #phillypawsfoster
***Please share!*** SOS: sweet Denny is still urgently seeking a foster! This sensitive boy is very unsure of himself and the world at large, and needs someone who can help him feel less fearful and more confident. An adorable “teenager” with tons of potential, all Denny wants is someone to trust and love!
You might be a perfect fit for Denny if you:
✅ Are excited about training and nerding out about dog behavior
✅ Can commit to fostering him long term until he finds his forever home (usually 1-4 months)
✅ Are familiar with training large dogs using positive reinforcement, or have time and commitment to grow your skills
✅ Want to make a real difference in a homeless dog’s life
Our dog team will help you implement a behavior plan, and will be with you for every step of Denny’s journey. If you think you might be a match for Denny, or would like to learn more about this special boy, please email foster@phillypaws.org!
#getyourrescueon #fosteringsaveslives #dogsofphilly #bmod #rescuedog #phillypaws #phillypawsfoster
The PAWS Mutt Strut is one week away! Join us next Saturday at The Navy Yard for a scenic walk and family-friendly fall festival with fun activities for humans and dogs alike, including:
Live music • Costume Contest • Dog Adoptions • Food Trucks • Paw Print Painting • Talent Contest • Ask the Trainer • Doggy Ice Cream • Games • Dozens of Local Vendors • Giveaways, Raffles, Prizes... and more!
Every dollar raised helps us save and serve Philly’s most vulnerable pets all year long. Register now at pawsmuttstrut.org (link in bio)!
@livecasinophl • @cioccasubaruofphiladelphia • @vca • @annamaetpetfoods • @theanimallawfirm • @rarebreedvets • @tdbank_us • @opbarks • @pasevets • @wedgewoodpetrx • @heilerpainting • @psp_fishtown
#PAWSMuttStrut #visitphilly #phillypets #phillydogs #phillysupportphilly #phillypaws
Mantis is "praying" you'll choose her as your new best friend! If you're looking for a cozy companion to keep your lap warm once the weather gets chilly, this affectionate senior is waiting to meet you. Mantis' fosters say she's a "low-key lovebug" who's adorably chatty at meal time and enjoys chin scratches, snuggling, and even the occasional tummy rub. She'd love to join you during quiet mornings while you enjoy a cup of coffee and laid back evenings on the couch with your favorite book or show.
Mantis is 12 years old, takes easy daily medication for hyperthyroidism, and will reward her forever family with endless cuddles and purrs. Learn more about adopting this gentle 12 year old at our #linkinbio!
Help Lunchables heal with a #FiveDollarFriday gift! This friendly kitten was brought to PAWS by a Good Samaritan who’d found him in distress outside. His leg was badly wounded from what appeared to be an animal attack, and he needed immediate medical attention.
PAWS’ veterinary team sprang into action to assess his condition. Although he was clearly in pain, this little one still had tons of spirit and spunk, exploring his surroundings and chattering away to anyone who’d listen during. After his exam, Lunchables was sedated so we could run x-rays, determine the extent of damage to his leg, and clean and bandage his wound.
While Lunchables thankfully suffered no fractures, the infection in his leg appears to have gone untreated for some time, and the prognosis for saving it remains guarded. We’re doing all we can to counteract the infection through intensive wound care, antibiotic treatment, and close monitoring in the coming days.
If you can, please consider making a #FiveDollarFriday gift to help Lunchables and other wounded pets like him heal. You can give via Instagram, Venmo (username @phillypaws) or through our link in bio!
#rescuekitten #getyourrescueon #catsofphilly #phillypaws #kittensofinstagram
Sweet Stuff has charm, snuggles, and smiles — but the one thing she still doesn't have is a home! This adorkable goofball has been waiting nearly 50 days to leave the shelter, and she’s desperate to trade her kennel for a spot by your side on the couch. During a weekend shelter break with a volunteer, Sweet Stuff’s signature move was to climb into laps with reckless abandon and cuddle as close to her humans as possible. Her joy is contagious, and her love is endless!
If you’d like to foster or adopt this ray of sunshine, email foster@phillypaws.org or visit our adoptions page (link in bio) to see Sweet Stuff’s adoption bio!
We’re celebrating the first day of fall with DOUBLED Mutt Strut donations from our friends at @cioccasubaruofphiladelphia! They’re matching every #PAWSMuttStrut gift until we reach $5,000, which means twice the impact for pets like Yogi.
This sweet senior was found stray with a severe case of dental disease, but thanks to supporters like you, he got the surgery he needed to enjoy his golden years pain-free, and is now ready to find a forever home!
Sign up to start fundraising through our #linkinbio, then join us for a fun-filled fall festival at The Navy Yard on October 1!
#phillyfallfestival #cioccasubaru #cioccaonsocial #phillypaws
Tomorrow might be the first day of fall, but kitten season is still going strong 💪
PAWS' ringworm ward is packed with cuties who just need a few more weeks to finish their treatment – hopefully in a foster or forever home with you! These little ones are desperate for love and as sweet as can be. Ringworm kittens face some of the longest shelter stays, which means they can miss out on critical socialization and daily affection from humans.
To foster or adopt one or more of our adorable fungal felines, email foster@phillypaws.org with the subject “ringworm kittens”!
Some ringworm fast facts:
🔹 It’s not a worm — it’s a fungal infection of the skin that usually shows up as small patches of hair loss in pets.
🔹 It’s a mild infection, but contagious to people and pets, so a separate room for fosters is the best way to prevent it from spreading during treatment.
🔹 It usually takes 4-8 weeks to clear up (and many of these babies are already a few weeks into their treatment)!
🔹 We have twice weekly “dip days” at our Grays Ferry clinics for ringworm fosters/adopters to drop their kitties off for medicated baths — no need to do it at home!
#getyourreascueon #kittenseason #ringwormkittens #fosteringsaveslives #rescuekittens #phillypaws
Tomorrow might be the first day of fall, but kitten season is still going strong 💪
PAWS’ ringworm ward is packed with cuties who just need a few more weeks to finish their treatment – hopefully in a foster or forever home with you! These little ones are desperate for love and as sweet as can be. Ringworm kittens face some of the longest shelter stays, which means they can miss out on critical socialization and daily affection from humans.
To foster or adopt one or more of our adorable fungal felines, email foster@phillypaws.org with the subject “ringworm kittens”!
Some ringworm fast facts:
🔹 It’s not a worm — it’s a fungal infection of the skin that usually shows up as small patches of hair loss in pets.
🔹 It’s a mild infection, but contagious to people and pets, so a separate room for fosters is the best way to prevent it from spreading during treatment.
🔹 It usually takes 4-8 weeks to clear up (and many of these babies are already a few weeks into their treatment)!
🔹 We have twice weekly “dip days” at our Grays Ferry clinics for ringworm fosters/adopters to drop their kitties off for medicated baths — no need to do it at home!
#getyourreascueon #kittenseason #ringwormkittens #fosteringsaveslives #rescuekittens #phillypaws
If this Bob update doesn’t show the power of foster care, we don’t know what does! This sweet boy was completely depressed at the shelter after losing his home and having surgery to remove his non-functional eye tissue. He’d barely eat, spent his days hiding, and turned away if you tried to comfort him.
Foster mom Emma had a recent vacancy in her home after her previous foster cat was adopted, and when she saw his plight, she knew he’d be coming home with her. After just one night out of the shelter, Bob is a whole new cat! Emma shares that he’s turned out to be “a very sweet and silly boy,” rolling around to show he’s excited, soaking up affection, and getting frisky with his catnip toy. Follow his adventures at @rittenkittens!
Bob’s turnaround is a testament to the impact PAWS’ fosters have every day. Whether you take home a recovering cat or dog with a medical issue, a litter of kittens, or just a scared pet who needs some time to adjust, fostering saves lives AND transforms them!
Join us by signing up to foster through our bio link, or make a gift to help Bob and others heal!
#fosteringsaveslives #phillypawsfoster #getyourrescueon #rescuecat #phillypaws
Miss Cleo is looking for a foster or adopter so she doesn't have to come back to the shelter! Her current foster would love to keep her (this pup is a real gem!) but has to return her next week due to an unexpected schedule change. Cleo already lost her home once to circumstances outside her control, and she's desperately hoping to stay out of the shelter and snuggled up on a lap where she belongs!
A social butterfly with a zest for life and a goofball personality, Cleo loves to play, run, and spend as much time with her people as possible (preferably cuddled up as close as you'll let her)! This wiggly pup steals hearts wherever she goes, and we know you'll feel the same when you see her bright smile in person. Email foster@phillypaws.org to foster Cleo, or learn more about adopting her at our #linkinbio!
#dogsofphilly #getyourrescueon #fosteringsaveslives #adoptlocalphl #phillypaws #phillypawsfoster