Updated 10/14/19

Mission:

The Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) is a non-profit organization dedicated to saving Philadelphia’s homeless, abandoned, and unwanted animals. PAWS is the city’s largest no-kill shelter and operates a high-volume, low-cost clinic serving pet owners and rescue organizations that lack access to affordable basic veterinary care.

Programs/Services Offered:

PAWS provides extensive low-cost vet care, including spay/neuter services and vaccines. Through a system of foster homes and adoption centers, the organization finds homes for thousands of pets that would otherwise stay on the streets or be euthanized.

Student Opportunities:

Volunteer work is available at PAWS’ adoption centers and the Spay/Neuter and Wellness Clinic, which also operates as a shelter. For further information and the volunteer application, visit http://phillypaws.org/volunteer/.

Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society (PAWS)
Adoption Center:
100 N. 2nd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Ph: 215-238-9901 ext: 30

Spay/Neuter and Wellness Clinic:
2900 Grays Ferry Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19146
Ph: 215-298-9680 ext: 0

Website: http://phillypaws.org/