Past Events

Get ready to dance your tails off! Hosted by the Young Friends of PAWS (YFP), this fun night out is BYOB and open to animal lovers of all ages. Your $30 ticket includes: ● A beginner dance lesson from 8:30-9:15 PM ● Snacks and non-alcoholic beverages ● 5 raffle tickets for a chance to win […]

Enjoy a scenic walk at the Navy Yard, activities for dogs and people, food trucks, live music, contests, prizes, and much more to help save Philadelphia’s homeless pets! We hope to see you on Sunday, October 8! (Date changed from 10/7 due to rain in the forecast.) Interested in joining as a Sponsor or Vendor? Click […]

Meet adoptable PAWS dogs and learn how to get involved while rooting for four-legged contestants in Lucky’s wiener race. A portion of proceeds from sponsored breweries will be donated to PAWS! Learn more here: https://luckyslastchance.com/events/wiener2023/.

If you or someone you know is struggling to feed a family pet, PAWS is co-hosting a Pet Food Pantry with Citizens for a No-Kill Philadelphia at Unleashed by Petco’s Northern Liberties location. The pantry begins at 10am and goes until 12pm (or until supplies run out!) This event is for Philadelphia residents only. If you’d […]

Join us for a Sidewalk Sale to benefit PAWS. We will have new and used items for sale including toys, clothing, crates, and more!

Join us at Tela’s Market for their Thursday Tasting Series featuring Dock Street Brewing! Try some beer samples and chat with PAWS volunteers to learn more about how to get involved.

Zip up your backpacks, grab your trapper keepers, and get ready to go Back to Drool! This dog-friendly event at Attic Brewing Company is your chance to meet fellow Young Friends of PAWS and enjoy food and drink – and don’t miss the opportunity to check out the selections from Philly pet-themed vendors! Attic Brewing […]

On Saturday, August 26, Clear the Shelters will culminate with fee-waived cat and kitten adoptions at PAWS’ Old City Adoption Center! Apply and get approved in advance, then meet your new feline family member at 2nd & Arch between 11am and 5pm. Every adoption will create a space for another rescued cat or kitten in […]

Join us for a Sidewalk Sale to benefit PAWS. We will have new and used items for sale including toys, clothing, crates, and more!

Clear the Shelters is here, and so are fee-waived adoptions! This nationwide, month-long lifesaving event has one goal: to find loving homes for as many pets as possible in August so we can open desperately needed shelter space to rescue more who are counting on us. To do that, we need you! This year, we’re […]

Join Young Friends of PAWS at SouthHouse on Wednesday 7/26 from 6:00-8:00pm for an evening of food and drink, raffle prizes, and more fun. Bring your dog, make some friends, and relax with a beverage after a long day. Plus, did we mention that 10% of proceeds will be donated to PAWS?! We can’t wait […]

For cats of owners in need. First come, first served! – For cats: distemper (FVRCP) & rabies – Also available: low cost flea treatment and microchip. – Kittens must be at least 2 lbs (approximately 8 weeks) Follow up booster vaccines may be recommended for kittens under 6 months of age or with an unknown […]

Join us for a Sidewalk Sale to benefit PAWS. We will have new and used items for sale including toys, clothing, crates, and more!

Come out and meet adoptable pets and learn more about getting involved with PAWS!

Join PAWS at the Broad & Washington Petsmart as part of PetSmart’s National Adoption Weekend! Meet adoptable pets and learn more about how to get involved with our lifesaving mission.

Come out to meet adoptable pets and learn more about getting involved with PAWS!

Come out to meet adoptable pets and learn more about getting involved with PAWS!

Join PAWS at Red Owl Tavern every Wednesday from May through October. Proceeds from Tito’s cocktails benefit PAWS!

PAWS, New Leash on Life, and Citizens for a No-Kill Philadelphia will be on-site providing pet food and supplies.