URGENT: The city shelter is full, and we can’t save more animals until we have space. By adopting or fostering one pet with PAWS, you’re saving two lives: the one you bring home, and the next one we can rescue in their place.

Heather Hennessey

Director of Lifesaving Operations


At PAWS since:
2025
Pets at home:

Two small mixed breed dogs who were both abandoned (separately) at my previous job named Rhubarb and Betty Anne. I also have one cat named ZsaZsa who I found in a parking lot while going out to dinner 14 years ago.

The most rewarding thing about my job:

I love walking out into the lobby and seeing all of the people who are utilizing our services so that their pets can receive affordable quality care.

When I’m not at work, I’m probably:

I love to cook and try new recipes.