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These sweet calico queens are seeking a Safety Net foster home! Bella and Mixie’s owner is experiencing a temporary hardship, and has trusted PAWS to care for both girls until their life is more stable and they can be reunited. By welcoming them for a few months until they can be reunited with their family, you’ll open shelter space for pets who truly have nowhere to go, and help a family remain intact!

Bella and Mixie are still adjusting to the shelter, but they’re very sweet and gentle once they come out of their shells. They’d love to find a home through mid-February where they can stay together and get back to enjoying the kind of peace and companionship they’re used to! If you can help, please email foster@phillypaws.org.

We are so grateful to Susan Mees Consulting for supporting this vital program since early 2024. In addition to providing charitable support as a PAWS Corporate Community Partner, Susan has also opened her home as a Safety Net foster herself! Our thanks go out to Susan for helping us keep more families happy and whole ♥️ ...

We’re so grateful to our friends at Darren & Phillip! Not only did they send our pups some of their fabulous dog robes to help them rock their adoption searches in style (our model, Melon, just found her family last week!), but they’ve also chosen PAWS to be part of their 2026 Blueboys & Friends Rescue Calendar.

Showcasing rescued pups from 6 organizations in the US and Australia, this calendar raises vital funds for dogs in need, with 100% of proceeds going to the participating rescues (including PAWS)! Repping PAWS are Lenny, a former stray who’s now living his best adopted life, and Barbie Dreamhouse, a wiggly gal pal who’s still looking for a forever family to cuddle up with.

Be sure to check out @darrenandphillip to grab your calendar and shop their adorable gear today! Inspired by two beloved rescue dogs, Darren & Phillip creates matching apparel for dogs and their humans while giving back to animal rescues around the world through donations and partnerships. Thank you, Darren & Phillip, for your support! ...

🚨This is not a drill: we have adoptable puppies! If you’re looking for a silly, wiggly, snuggly little friend to join your fam, any one of these cuties would be thrilled to join your crew.

All of the puppies featured in this post are from the same litter that was abandoned at PAWS a few weeks ago. They’re about 8 weeks old now and have made huge strides in their foster homes, but they’re still — well, puppies! That means you’ll want to be prepared for:

💩 Housetraining and potty accidents

👠 Chewing on anything and everything (including that pair of shoes you forgot to put away!)

🗣 Crying at night, plus barking just because

🎾 Exercise and play time even when you just want to watch Netflix in peace

😈 General sass, naughtiness, and shenanigans!

In return, you’ll be rewarded with an adorable, snuggly best friend who thinks you’re the most amazing person in the world! These littles would especially benefit from a home with another tolerant dog to show them the ropes, but what they need more than anything is your patience and love ❤️

Visit our adoptions page to learn more about these cuties and apply, or email adoptions@phillypaws.org for more info!

🐾 Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society📍 2900 Grays Ferry Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19146 (by appointment only) ⭐️ PA License # 06172 ...

Looking for a feline friend? These sweet and snuggly pals will be waiting to meet you this Sunday at our Perfectly Impurrfect name-your-fee adoption event! Join us at our Old City Adoption Center between 11-5 to meet some of PAWS’ “best kept secrets” — cats who’ve been overlooked just because they have a few grey whiskers, a common medical condition, or a specific preference for their home. But as any adopter can tell you, their differences are exactly what make them so special and lovable!

If you think perfect is boring, browse our adoptions page to see our qualifying pets (link in bio), and be sure to join us this weekend! ...

Looking for a new canine companion? There’s still time to name your adoption fee for these Perfectly Impurrfect pups! They’ve been waiting longer to find love just because of their age or home preferences (bustling city neighborhoods aren’t for everyone, after all)...but that just might mean they’ve been waiting for you! If you’ve been looking for a best friend as unique as you are, read more below, or visit our adoptions page!

💖 Barbie Dreamhouse (3 years old)
Chunky, cheerful, and endlessly wiggly, Barbie Dreamhouse is 70 pounds of pure joy! This social butterfly loves people, and would thrive in a quieter home (bonus points for a yard). She’s ready to trade her foster digs for a forever home full of laughter, cuddles, and snacks.

🥳 Dasher (10 years old)
Ten years young and still living life in the fast lane, Dasher is a smart, sassy little guy who keeps his people smiling. He’s mastered plenty of manners and adores attention, playtime, and learning new tricks. Dasher prefers to be your one and only in a calm home where he can soak up all the love he deserves.

💙 Doc Hudson (~9 years old)
Sweet, steady, and full of heart, Doc Hudson is a senior pup who still enjoys strolls and a bit of squirrel-watching. He’s friendly with everyone, loves a good petting session, and greets his people with happy wiggles. Doc would be happiest in a low-stair home where he can relax, explore, and shower his family with love.

🎸Johnny Cash (2 years old)
Johnny Cash is a gentle, sensitive soul who’s learning to see the world as a safe and happy place. Once he trusts you, he’ll show his goofy, affectionate side — complete with nose boops and couch snuggles. He’s looking for a quiet home (ideally with a confident dog friend) where he can blossom at his own pace.

🐾 Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society📍 2900 Grays Ferry Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19146 (by appointment only) ⭐️ PA License # 06172 ...

🎸 LollaPAWlooza is almost here! 🎤 Don’t miss your chance to rock out this Sunday with the Young Friends of PAWS at @nikkilopezphilly — all for a great cause!

Get ready for an incredible lineup featuring Philly favorites Miss Olivia, Dan the Movie, and Trumpet Wom, plus plenty of laughs from comedian Hannah Trav, who’s emceeing the show. It’s going to be an afternoon packed with music, energy, and lifesaving impact for Philly’s pets.

Doors open at 1PM, show starts at 2PM — grab your friends, grab your tickets through our #linkinbio, and we’ll see you Sunday! (21+ event) 🎶🐾 ...

Seven years ago today, Charlie Thomas Simon was adopted from PAWS’ Old City Adoption Center. When he first arrived at PAWS, he was battling severe asthma and a stomach bug. But that certainly didn’t stop him from winning hearts with his sweet chirps before his future parents even laid eyes on him!

From that first joyful plop into his mom’s lap, Charlie made it clear he had found his people. Over the next five and a half years, he filled their lives with laughter and love - from 3AM zoomies to cross-country adventures between New Jersey and Texas.

Charlie passed away unexpectedly in March 2024, but his spirit and the lessons he left behind live on. He showed his family that the bond we share with animals is every bit as profound as with people - and that the love of a pet like his never fades. ...

From stray to snuggles! When we rescued Buckie, it was clear this little dog had big potential. He had been found as a stray and was doing his best to navigate a world that felt overwhelming —barking nonstop, pulling on his leash, and voicing some strong opinions about other dogs. His anxious energy made everyday life a challenge, but underneath the antics was a friendly, incredibly loving dog who just wanted to belong. With patience, structure, and plenty of TLC, Buckie made big strides in foster care — but we still worried he’d have a difficult time finding an adopter who was ready to meet him where he was.

When Donna and Nancy learned about Buckie, they saw the sweet soul behind the quirks. They were fully prepared for a bumpy transition as he adjusted to yet another life change — but then Buckie surprised us all. “He entered the house for the first time as if he has lived here his entire life,” Donna said. “There was no adjustment period. He is a full-time member of the family. He is about the most affectionate dog I have ever had the pleasure of knowing, and I have had dogs all my life! The care PAWS has given him is so obvious. Thank you for the wonderful gift of Buckie!” ...

A seasoned gentleman. A big ol’ teddy bear. Simply a magnificent beast. Meet Sam Vimes! 9 years young and ready for love, this fabulous senior is the total package.

Sam is a laid back guy who enjoys the finer things in life, like gazing out of the window in his favorite cardboard box and long naps on his crinkle bag. He’s also
a lover of toys and does enjoy the power of the hunt (he’s especially a sucker for feather wands)!
A social butterfly who loves his human friends, Sam would do well with adults and respectful kiddos, and may even be fine with a feline roomie (he says no thanks to dogs though). He eats a special diet and a chewable daily pill to manage his diabetes (no insulin injections!) and will go home with a 3 month care package of his food and medication. Plus, his adoption fee is name-your-price through November 9 as part of PAWS’ Perfectly Impurrfect promo!

Ready to fall in love? Visit our adoptions page or email adoptions@phillypaws.org to learn more about this hunk! ...