PAWS Animal Rescue is committed to protecting and improving the quality of life of abandoned and lost animals in Pierre and Fort Pierre, South Dakota.
Every number represents a life changed for the better.
Meet some of our wonderful dogs and cats waiting for their forever families.
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If you have a toy to throw, Marlo will be your best friend!! He has a bouncy, playful demeanor and wants to play fetch all day! You can't help but smile when his infectious en…
UPDATE: Gala has entered our new training program PAWS to Freedom and will be working with inmates at the Pierre Minimum Center. This is a 6-8 week program to teach manners, tr…
She is the sister to Zela, and these two cuties can play and play and play! They will keep you entertained with their kitten antics for hours. No toy is safe!! We are located…
It's Animal Shelter Appreciation Week, and this Wishlist Wednesday, I want to do something a little different. As President of the PAWS Animal Rescue Board, I have the privileg…
