Paws in Need

Paws In Need is a California 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to improving animal welfare in our local community.

We provide life-saving programs like low-cost spay & neuter, assistance for urgent veterinary care, and humane Trap-Neuter-Release (TNR) for community cats.As an all-volunteer organization, we direct over 92% of all funds raised, and devote 100% of our energy and resources to sustaining vital programs offered directly to the public that prevent unnecessary suffering, illness, surrender, and euthanasia of companion and community animals alike.



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