Pemberton Animal Wellbeing Society (PAWS) was founded to provide support and relief to cats and dogs of Pemberton and surrounding communities. PAWS is a registered charity that is supported by community donations and fundraising efforts. The team is largely volunteer based, taking on the feeding, care, exercise and training of animals surrendered through no fault of their own. All animals received into care are provided with appropriate veterinary care and spay/neuter surgery.
In 2024 PAWS provided care and adoption services to 26 dogs/puppies and 37 cats/kittens. With additional animals being provided spay and neuter surgeries through the program this donation will support through 2025. Over the past few years the number of surrender requests has skyrocketed, stretching limited resources beyond capacity. The number of unplanned litters within the community has led to an unprecedented number of puppies being surrendered and struggling to find homes.
In response to this dire situation, and with this donation, PAWS is pleased to be able to offer a Remain At Home (RAH) Program. With the largely rural community often struggling to access veterinary care, not as a result of lack of love but a severe lack of resources,they aim to bridge the gap. The RAH Program will provide financial assistance and transportation where necessary to owners accessing spay and neuter services. In partnership with local veterinary clinics, they will stem the flow of unplanned litters within the community.
This donation directly impacts animal welfare in Pemberton and surrounding communities; providing safe, reliable resources for those who need them most. PAWS currently has 8 puppies, 2 adult dogs, 4 kittens and 2 adult cats in care (April 8, 2025). The days are long and the work is hard, but PAWS is so grateful for this support in working towards a brighter future for the animals and their families.
