PAWS (Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society)
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Philadelphia's largest rescue partner and provider of affordable vet care. Adopt, foster, & help save lives! Visit us at phillypaws.org
Do you love a slightly chonky & ultra-sweet granny cat?
Simba is waiting for you to come snuggle with her at PAWS' Old City Adoption Center!
This 13-year-old queen is an affectionate social butterfly who wants nothing more than to be attended to by her humans — & ideally, some nice quiet vibes 🧵
Simba is waiting for you to come snuggle with her at PAWS' Old City Adoption Center!
This 13-year-old queen is an affectionate social butterfly who wants nothing more than to be attended to by her humans — & ideally, some nice quiet vibes 🧵
January 8, 2026 at 3:18 PM
Do you love a slightly chonky & ultra-sweet granny cat?
Simba is waiting for you to come snuggle with her at PAWS' Old City Adoption Center!
This 13-year-old queen is an affectionate social butterfly who wants nothing more than to be attended to by her humans — & ideally, some nice quiet vibes 🧵
Simba is waiting for you to come snuggle with her at PAWS' Old City Adoption Center!
This 13-year-old queen is an affectionate social butterfly who wants nothing more than to be attended to by her humans — & ideally, some nice quiet vibes 🧵
The numbers are in: Your support changes lives!
Thanks to supporters like you & the entire PAWS community, the lifesaving impact we made together in 2025 is measured by so much more than numbers — think purring kittens, wagging tails & families kept whole 🧵
Thanks to supporters like you & the entire PAWS community, the lifesaving impact we made together in 2025 is measured by so much more than numbers — think purring kittens, wagging tails & families kept whole 🧵
January 7, 2026 at 9:06 PM
The numbers are in: Your support changes lives!
Thanks to supporters like you & the entire PAWS community, the lifesaving impact we made together in 2025 is measured by so much more than numbers — think purring kittens, wagging tails & families kept whole 🧵
Thanks to supporters like you & the entire PAWS community, the lifesaving impact we made together in 2025 is measured by so much more than numbers — think purring kittens, wagging tails & families kept whole 🧵
Bubba’s just here, being perfect, waiting patiently for you to foster him!
This sweet squish enjoyed the comforts of home with his holiday fosters & was an absolute hit.
Now back at the shelter, he’s more eager than ever to find a longer-term foster home where he can settle in & truly shine! 🧵
This sweet squish enjoyed the comforts of home with his holiday fosters & was an absolute hit.
Now back at the shelter, he’s more eager than ever to find a longer-term foster home where he can settle in & truly shine! 🧵
January 7, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Bubba’s just here, being perfect, waiting patiently for you to foster him!
This sweet squish enjoyed the comforts of home with his holiday fosters & was an absolute hit.
Now back at the shelter, he’s more eager than ever to find a longer-term foster home where he can settle in & truly shine! 🧵
This sweet squish enjoyed the comforts of home with his holiday fosters & was an absolute hit.
Now back at the shelter, he’s more eager than ever to find a longer-term foster home where he can settle in & truly shine! 🧵
Make PAWS a Philly favorite!
The @inquirer.com ’s 2026 Philly Favorites are here, highlighting the region’s top businesses, services & orgs.
Last year, PAWS was proud to be nominated in 2 categories & we need your help securing a nomination again! 🧵
The @inquirer.com ’s 2026 Philly Favorites are here, highlighting the region’s top businesses, services & orgs.
Last year, PAWS was proud to be nominated in 2 categories & we need your help securing a nomination again! 🧵
January 6, 2026 at 8:52 PM
Make PAWS a Philly favorite!
The @inquirer.com ’s 2026 Philly Favorites are here, highlighting the region’s top businesses, services & orgs.
Last year, PAWS was proud to be nominated in 2 categories & we need your help securing a nomination again! 🧵
The @inquirer.com ’s 2026 Philly Favorites are here, highlighting the region’s top businesses, services & orgs.
Last year, PAWS was proud to be nominated in 2 categories & we need your help securing a nomination again! 🧵
Need a stress reset after a rough day back at work? Pound Cake's purrs are just what the doctor ordered!
Pound Cake has been melting hearts since he landed at PAWS but sadly isn't feeling his best due to bad teeth & a painful eyelid condition that'll require surgery (hence so squinty) 🧵
Pound Cake has been melting hearts since he landed at PAWS but sadly isn't feeling his best due to bad teeth & a painful eyelid condition that'll require surgery (hence so squinty) 🧵
January 6, 2026 at 2:48 PM
Need a stress reset after a rough day back at work? Pound Cake's purrs are just what the doctor ordered!
Pound Cake has been melting hearts since he landed at PAWS but sadly isn't feeling his best due to bad teeth & a painful eyelid condition that'll require surgery (hence so squinty) 🧵
Pound Cake has been melting hearts since he landed at PAWS but sadly isn't feeling his best due to bad teeth & a painful eyelid condition that'll require surgery (hence so squinty) 🧵
Pantry supplies needed: Help provide meals & more to pets for 2026!
The holiday season was an especially difficult time for pet owners facing financial challenges & PAWS' pet pantry is very depleted as we enter the new year.
Our most needed items are dry cat & dog food as well as litter 🧵
The holiday season was an especially difficult time for pet owners facing financial challenges & PAWS' pet pantry is very depleted as we enter the new year.
Our most needed items are dry cat & dog food as well as litter 🧵
January 5, 2026 at 3:19 PM
Pantry supplies needed: Help provide meals & more to pets for 2026!
The holiday season was an especially difficult time for pet owners facing financial challenges & PAWS' pet pantry is very depleted as we enter the new year.
Our most needed items are dry cat & dog food as well as litter 🧵
The holiday season was an especially difficult time for pet owners facing financial challenges & PAWS' pet pantry is very depleted as we enter the new year.
Our most needed items are dry cat & dog food as well as litter 🧵
Reposted by PAWS (Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society)
January 3, 2026 at 5:55 PM
Melo is serving looks to pass the time while he waits for a foster home. Which do you think he wore best?
Our buddy arrived at the shelter with a broken hip that requires special surgery, but we’d really like to line up a foster home where he can recover first 🧵
Our buddy arrived at the shelter with a broken hip that requires special surgery, but we’d really like to line up a foster home where he can recover first 🧵
January 2, 2026 at 11:54 PM
Melo is serving looks to pass the time while he waits for a foster home. Which do you think he wore best?
Our buddy arrived at the shelter with a broken hip that requires special surgery, but we’d really like to line up a foster home where he can recover first 🧵
Our buddy arrived at the shelter with a broken hip that requires special surgery, but we’d really like to line up a foster home where he can recover first 🧵
When Ozzie arrived at PAWS nearly 5 years ago, no one could have predicted the ripple effect of one “sweet-and-spicy” feline leukemia cat.
Volunteers adored him, but Valerie saw the soul behind his tired eyes & brought him home to foster.
Days became weeks & before long, Ozzie became family 🧵
Volunteers adored him, but Valerie saw the soul behind his tired eyes & brought him home to foster.
Days became weeks & before long, Ozzie became family 🧵
January 2, 2026 at 4:17 PM
When Ozzie arrived at PAWS nearly 5 years ago, no one could have predicted the ripple effect of one “sweet-and-spicy” feline leukemia cat.
Volunteers adored him, but Valerie saw the soul behind his tired eyes & brought him home to foster.
Days became weeks & before long, Ozzie became family 🧵
Volunteers adored him, but Valerie saw the soul behind his tired eyes & brought him home to foster.
Days became weeks & before long, Ozzie became family 🧵
🎉 Happy new year from Netta & all of us at PAWS!
All locations are closed today. Regular operations resume tomorrow.
Our deepest gratitude to all who donated this holiday season to provide pets with safety & love in 2026 — & to our adopters, fosters & volunteers who fuel our lifesaving work 🙏
All locations are closed today. Regular operations resume tomorrow.
Our deepest gratitude to all who donated this holiday season to provide pets with safety & love in 2026 — & to our adopters, fosters & volunteers who fuel our lifesaving work 🙏
January 1, 2026 at 4:00 PM
🎉 Happy new year from Netta & all of us at PAWS!
All locations are closed today. Regular operations resume tomorrow.
Our deepest gratitude to all who donated this holiday season to provide pets with safety & love in 2026 — & to our adopters, fosters & volunteers who fuel our lifesaving work 🙏
All locations are closed today. Regular operations resume tomorrow.
Our deepest gratitude to all who donated this holiday season to provide pets with safety & love in 2026 — & to our adopters, fosters & volunteers who fuel our lifesaving work 🙏
We’re not kitten! Only a few hours left to have your gift DOUBLED for Philly’s homeless & at-risk pets!
A generous group of donors is matching gifts thru midnight, up to $75K.
These are among the tiniest rescues who found safety at PAWS in 2025, but pets of all sizes rely on us for 2nd chances 🧵
A generous group of donors is matching gifts thru midnight, up to $75K.
These are among the tiniest rescues who found safety at PAWS in 2025, but pets of all sizes rely on us for 2nd chances 🧵
December 31, 2025 at 11:47 PM
We’re not kitten! Only a few hours left to have your gift DOUBLED for Philly’s homeless & at-risk pets!
A generous group of donors is matching gifts thru midnight, up to $75K.
These are among the tiniest rescues who found safety at PAWS in 2025, but pets of all sizes rely on us for 2nd chances 🧵
A generous group of donors is matching gifts thru midnight, up to $75K.
These are among the tiniest rescues who found safety at PAWS in 2025, but pets of all sizes rely on us for 2nd chances 🧵
Let’s ring in 2026 by saving lives! 🎉
Give before midnight to double your impact for pets like Bette Davis.
This sweet girl was found tied to a gate in Melrose Park, cold, frightened & severely matted 🧵
Give before midnight to double your impact for pets like Bette Davis.
This sweet girl was found tied to a gate in Melrose Park, cold, frightened & severely matted 🧵
December 31, 2025 at 7:54 PM
Let’s ring in 2026 by saving lives! 🎉
Give before midnight to double your impact for pets like Bette Davis.
This sweet girl was found tied to a gate in Melrose Park, cold, frightened & severely matted 🧵
Give before midnight to double your impact for pets like Bette Davis.
This sweet girl was found tied to a gate in Melrose Park, cold, frightened & severely matted 🧵
Ricardo is a special boy seeking a special foster!
This sensitive guy was found outside as an injured stray & may be a former community cat who isn't as used to humans.
His eye is injured to the point it will likely need removal & his finders couldn't leave him outside to fend for himself! 🧵
This sensitive guy was found outside as an injured stray & may be a former community cat who isn't as used to humans.
His eye is injured to the point it will likely need removal & his finders couldn't leave him outside to fend for himself! 🧵
December 31, 2025 at 1:05 PM
Ricardo is a special boy seeking a special foster!
This sensitive guy was found outside as an injured stray & may be a former community cat who isn't as used to humans.
His eye is injured to the point it will likely need removal & his finders couldn't leave him outside to fend for himself! 🧵
This sensitive guy was found outside as an injured stray & may be a former community cat who isn't as used to humans.
His eye is injured to the point it will likely need removal & his finders couldn't leave him outside to fend for himself! 🧵
Tinsel Toes was found outside in the cold, limping from an injured paw yet eager to greet the good Samaritan who stopped to help her.
Even in pain, she leaned into every gentle touch, purring so loudly during her PAWS exam our vet had trouble listening to her heart!
That small moment said it all 🧵
Even in pain, she leaned into every gentle touch, purring so loudly during her PAWS exam our vet had trouble listening to her heart!
That small moment said it all 🧵
December 30, 2025 at 11:58 PM
Tinsel Toes was found outside in the cold, limping from an injured paw yet eager to greet the good Samaritan who stopped to help her.
Even in pain, she leaned into every gentle touch, purring so loudly during her PAWS exam our vet had trouble listening to her heart!
That small moment said it all 🧵
Even in pain, she leaned into every gentle touch, purring so loudly during her PAWS exam our vet had trouble listening to her heart!
That small moment said it all 🧵
Wanted: Dog fosters!
Looking for an adorable houseguest to ring in the new year with?
We have several friendly pups who'd love to find a soft place to land.
They're all in short-term fosters & we'd really like to keep them from spending any more time in our kennels if we can avoid it! 🧵
Looking for an adorable houseguest to ring in the new year with?
We have several friendly pups who'd love to find a soft place to land.
They're all in short-term fosters & we'd really like to keep them from spending any more time in our kennels if we can avoid it! 🧵
December 30, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Wanted: Dog fosters!
Looking for an adorable houseguest to ring in the new year with?
We have several friendly pups who'd love to find a soft place to land.
They're all in short-term fosters & we'd really like to keep them from spending any more time in our kennels if we can avoid it! 🧵
Looking for an adorable houseguest to ring in the new year with?
We have several friendly pups who'd love to find a soft place to land.
They're all in short-term fosters & we'd really like to keep them from spending any more time in our kennels if we can avoid it! 🧵
Fostering changes lives!
We’re so grateful to everyone who’s welcomed a 4-legged friend into their home over the holidays, whether for short-term fostering or extended stays.
Fosters play a crucial role in providing a safe space for pets, even if only a few nights out of the shelter 🧵
We’re so grateful to everyone who’s welcomed a 4-legged friend into their home over the holidays, whether for short-term fostering or extended stays.
Fosters play a crucial role in providing a safe space for pets, even if only a few nights out of the shelter 🧵
December 29, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Fostering changes lives!
We’re so grateful to everyone who’s welcomed a 4-legged friend into their home over the holidays, whether for short-term fostering or extended stays.
Fosters play a crucial role in providing a safe space for pets, even if only a few nights out of the shelter 🧵
We’re so grateful to everyone who’s welcomed a 4-legged friend into their home over the holidays, whether for short-term fostering or extended stays.
Fosters play a crucial role in providing a safe space for pets, even if only a few nights out of the shelter 🧵
Doc Hudson is one of 2,110 pets who found second chances at PAWS this year — all thanks to you.
From strays experiencing safety & care for the first time to cherished companions staying w/ their families, your support in 2025 made rescue efforts possible, expanded access to affordable vet care... 🧵
From strays experiencing safety & care for the first time to cherished companions staying w/ their families, your support in 2025 made rescue efforts possible, expanded access to affordable vet care... 🧵
December 26, 2025 at 7:46 PM
Doc Hudson is one of 2,110 pets who found second chances at PAWS this year — all thanks to you.
From strays experiencing safety & care for the first time to cherished companions staying w/ their families, your support in 2025 made rescue efforts possible, expanded access to affordable vet care... 🧵
From strays experiencing safety & care for the first time to cherished companions staying w/ their families, your support in 2025 made rescue efforts possible, expanded access to affordable vet care... 🧵
Wishing you & your loved ones a safe & joyful holiday from all of us at PAWS (including Lloyd, Bingo, Bubba & Kratos)!
Whether you adopt, foster, donate, or volunteer, thousands of formerly homeless pets are enjoying the warmth & comfort of home thanks to your support & kindness ❤️
Whether you adopt, foster, donate, or volunteer, thousands of formerly homeless pets are enjoying the warmth & comfort of home thanks to your support & kindness ❤️
December 25, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Wishing you & your loved ones a safe & joyful holiday from all of us at PAWS (including Lloyd, Bingo, Bubba & Kratos)!
Whether you adopt, foster, donate, or volunteer, thousands of formerly homeless pets are enjoying the warmth & comfort of home thanks to your support & kindness ❤️
Whether you adopt, foster, donate, or volunteer, thousands of formerly homeless pets are enjoying the warmth & comfort of home thanks to your support & kindness ❤️
At the top of Doc Hudson’s holiday wishlist? A forever home to call his own! 🎄
At 9 years young, this lovable pup proves that age is just a number.
Gentle, affectionate & full of heart, Doc is the perfect mix of sweetness & spirit 🧵
At 9 years young, this lovable pup proves that age is just a number.
Gentle, affectionate & full of heart, Doc is the perfect mix of sweetness & spirit 🧵
December 25, 2025 at 1:26 PM
At the top of Doc Hudson’s holiday wishlist? A forever home to call his own! 🎄
At 9 years young, this lovable pup proves that age is just a number.
Gentle, affectionate & full of heart, Doc is the perfect mix of sweetness & spirit 🧵
At 9 years young, this lovable pup proves that age is just a number.
Gentle, affectionate & full of heart, Doc is the perfect mix of sweetness & spirit 🧵
Holiday hours!
All PAWS locations will close at 3 p.m. today & will be closed tomorrow.
Regular hours resume on 12/26! ❄️🎄
All PAWS locations will close at 3 p.m. today & will be closed tomorrow.
Regular hours resume on 12/26! ❄️🎄
December 24, 2025 at 1:36 PM
Holiday hours!
All PAWS locations will close at 3 p.m. today & will be closed tomorrow.
Regular hours resume on 12/26! ❄️🎄
All PAWS locations will close at 3 p.m. today & will be closed tomorrow.
Regular hours resume on 12/26! ❄️🎄
Looking for a holiday houseguest way cuter than your in-laws?
Ring in the season with a PAWS foster pet!
These pets are enjoying a holiday upgrade thanks to the foster families who've opened their homes & we have many more who'd love to join you if you're local for the next couple weeks 🧵
Ring in the season with a PAWS foster pet!
These pets are enjoying a holiday upgrade thanks to the foster families who've opened their homes & we have many more who'd love to join you if you're local for the next couple weeks 🧵
December 23, 2025 at 11:39 PM
Looking for a holiday houseguest way cuter than your in-laws?
Ring in the season with a PAWS foster pet!
These pets are enjoying a holiday upgrade thanks to the foster families who've opened their homes & we have many more who'd love to join you if you're local for the next couple weeks 🧵
Ring in the season with a PAWS foster pet!
These pets are enjoying a holiday upgrade thanks to the foster families who've opened their homes & we have many more who'd love to join you if you're local for the next couple weeks 🧵
It's the 2nd day of winter, the 8th day of Hannukkah & the 164th day of Barbie Dreamhouse looking for her family.
She's waiting, she's ready & she promises to bring the cheer!
This queen is a goofy bundle of joy who treats every human like a long-lost friend & every day like a celebration 🧵
She's waiting, she's ready & she promises to bring the cheer!
This queen is a goofy bundle of joy who treats every human like a long-lost friend & every day like a celebration 🧵
December 23, 2025 at 3:07 PM
It's the 2nd day of winter, the 8th day of Hannukkah & the 164th day of Barbie Dreamhouse looking for her family.
She's waiting, she's ready & she promises to bring the cheer!
This queen is a goofy bundle of joy who treats every human like a long-lost friend & every day like a celebration 🧵
She's waiting, she's ready & she promises to bring the cheer!
This queen is a goofy bundle of joy who treats every human like a long-lost friend & every day like a celebration 🧵
Gifts are DOUBLED!
Send twice the warmth & joy to pets like Snowberry this holiday season ❄️💕
In the midst of full calendars, last-minute errands & holiday to-do lists, there is a simple way to make a powerful difference for pets & people in our community — without even leaving home 🧵
Send twice the warmth & joy to pets like Snowberry this holiday season ❄️💕
In the midst of full calendars, last-minute errands & holiday to-do lists, there is a simple way to make a powerful difference for pets & people in our community — without even leaving home 🧵
December 22, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Gifts are DOUBLED!
Send twice the warmth & joy to pets like Snowberry this holiday season ❄️💕
In the midst of full calendars, last-minute errands & holiday to-do lists, there is a simple way to make a powerful difference for pets & people in our community — without even leaving home 🧵
Send twice the warmth & joy to pets like Snowberry this holiday season ❄️💕
In the midst of full calendars, last-minute errands & holiday to-do lists, there is a simple way to make a powerful difference for pets & people in our community — without even leaving home 🧵
Many strays face tough odds, but Poplar's rescue took things to new heights.
On a cold, rain-soaked day in Pennypack Park, concerned neighbors had been hearing desperate cries.
A good Samaritan found a cat who had been stuck ~40’ high in a tree for days, clinging to a branch amid bad weather 🧵
On a cold, rain-soaked day in Pennypack Park, concerned neighbors had been hearing desperate cries.
A good Samaritan found a cat who had been stuck ~40’ high in a tree for days, clinging to a branch amid bad weather 🧵
December 20, 2025 at 7:25 PM
Many strays face tough odds, but Poplar's rescue took things to new heights.
On a cold, rain-soaked day in Pennypack Park, concerned neighbors had been hearing desperate cries.
A good Samaritan found a cat who had been stuck ~40’ high in a tree for days, clinging to a branch amid bad weather 🧵
On a cold, rain-soaked day in Pennypack Park, concerned neighbors had been hearing desperate cries.
A good Samaritan found a cat who had been stuck ~40’ high in a tree for days, clinging to a branch amid bad weather 🧵
Reposted by PAWS (Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society)
December 20, 2025 at 5:30 PM