Panhandle Animal Welfare Society

06/15/2024

🌞 Beating the Heat at PAWS with Pup Cones! 🌞

Our pups are staying cool and having a blast beating the heat with delicious pup cones! 🍦🐶 It's a fun and refreshing way for them to enjoy the summer while waiting for their forever homes.

Thank you to everyone who makes these special moments possible for our furry friends. Seeing their tails wag with joy is priceless! 🐾

Want to help us keep our pups cool and happy? Consider donating, fostering or volunteering today. Together, we can make their summer extra sweet (AND COOLER)!!! 👍

06/15/2024

Deadlift for dogs!!! Come join us with our friends at CrossFit fort walton beach!!!

06/15/2024

06/14/2024

🙌🏽 You've heard our plea for kitten food and it's been amazing watching these boxes come through the door! Our tiny felines appreciate every box sent our way! 🥹💕

🐶Now we are in dire need of dry and wet dog/puppy food!! With over 190 canine mouths to feed, we are quickly running out! 😭
Not only do we feed 1-2 times daily but we also use food for enrichment and training purposes. Any little bit helps!
Brands that seem to agree the most with our pups of all ages tummies are:
✅ Purina (regular ONE and ProPlan)
✅ Pedigree
✅ Pure Balance
✅ Nature's Recipe
✅ Iams

🐾Donations can be brought in Mon-Sat 8-5 or shipped directly to us - 752 Lovejoy Rd Fort Walton Beach FL

06/14/2024

🌟 Join Us TOMORROW at CrossFit FWB! 🌟

Come out Saturday, June 15th from 11 AM to 2 PM for a FURRtastic event at CrossFit FWB! Meet adorable adoptable dogs, enjoy delicious treats from the food truck, and learn valuable dog behavior techniques. It’s a perfect day to support a great cause and have some fun!

📍 Location: 726 Beal Pkwy, Bldg. #3

Bring your friends and family – we can’t wait to see you there! Operation AMRAP - As Many Rescues as Possible! ❤🐾❤

06/13/2024

🌟 Exciting News: Dogs Playing for Life at PAWS! 🌟

We are thrilled to announce that Dogs Playing for Life is at our shelter, helping us enrich the lives of our wonderful dogs! 🐶💕

With nearly 200 dogs on site, we are so thankful to this incredible organization!!! Our dogs are enjoying fun and engaging playgroups, getting the exercise, socialization, and mental stimulation they need and deserve! Watching them run, play, and make new friends has been truly heartwarming! 🐾

We are so grateful to Dogs Playing for Life for bringing their expertise and passion to PAWS. Their dedication to improving the lives of shelter dogs is inspiring, and we are beyond thankful for their support.

Stay tuned for fun videos of our dogs frolicking in playgroups. 👍

Thank you for your continued support, PAWS community. Let's keep working together to give our dogs the best lives possible! Together, we’re making a difference, one wagging tail at a time!

06/11/2024

🌟 Urgent Request: Wet Cat and Kitten Food Needed!

We need your help! We currently have nearly 200 cats and kittens on-site and another 330 in foster care. With so many hungry mouths to feed, we're running low on wet cat and kitten food. 🐾

If you can, please consider donating wet food to help us ensure all our furry friends stay healthy and happy. Every can makes a difference!

Donations can be dropped off at PAWS, or you can order online and have them shipped directly to us. Thank you for your support and for helping us care for these precious animals. 💙

📍 Drop-off location: PAWS, 752 Lovejoy Rd NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548

Together, we can make sure every cat and kitten gets the nutrition they need. Thank you, PAWS community!

06/11/2024

📢📢📢To our pet-loving community:

It has been brought to our attention that scammers are reaching out to pet owners pretending to be animal control. Please note: Animal Control at PAWS may text you and may call you but, we will NEVER ask you for a code, text you a code, or ask you to verify a code.

Please reach out to us if you have any questions or concerns. 850-243-1525 ext. 106
[email protected]

06/11/2024

🌟 Mark you Calendar - This Saturday at CrossFit FWB! 🌟

Join us this Saturday, June 15th from 11 AM to 2 PM, at CrossFit FWB to help our furry friends in need. 🐾

Come by and:

🐾 Adopt an Animal: Meet adorable pets looking for their forever homes.
🐾 Learn About Fostering: Discover how you can make a difference by fostering an animal in need.
🐾 Volunteer Opportunities: Find out how you can get involved and help our mission.

Plus, don't miss out on checking out the special event shirts we’ve made! 👕💙

A food truck will be there too!!!

📍 Location: 726 Beal Pkwy, Bldg #3

Bring your family and friends, and let's make this event a huge success for our beloved animals! See you there!

06/07/2024

📣📣📣The PAWty is happening at MidSouth Bank today. Stop by for lunch, adopt your new bff, or just come hang out with some pawsome animals and people. We will be here until 3:00.

768 Beal Parkway - Fort Walton Beach.

🐾🐾 Congratulations to Buck (our first adoption of the day) for finding his furrever home! ❤️

06/06/2024

📢 Reminder: Awesome PAWty at MidSouth Bank Tomorrow! 🐾

Don't forget to stop by MidSouth Bank tomorrow, June 7th, anytime from 10 AM to 3 PM at 768 Beal Parkway NW in Fort Walton Beach!

Drop off a donation, enjoy a delicious lunch, and meet some of our PAW-some adoptable animals. It's going to be a fantastic time, and we can't wait to see you there!

Let's make it a day to remember and support our furry friends together. 🐶🐱

06/05/2024

🌟 April Month in Review: A Great Month for PAWS! 🌟

April was a furrtasic month for PAWS! We are thrilled to report that we had a wowza number of adoptions, finding forever homes for so many of our friends. Additionally, hundreds of animals were welcomed into loving foster homes, giving them a safe and nurturing environment until they find their permanent families.

We couldn't have achieved this without the incredible support of our pet-loving community. Your generosity, time, and love have made a world of difference to us and these animals. Whether you adopted, fostered, volunteered, or donated, you are a vital part of our success story. Thank you for stepping up and helping out! 🫶

But our work is never done!!! There are still many animals in need of loving homes and support. Let's keep the momentum going! If you haven't already, consider adopting, fostering, volunteering, or donating. Together, we can make an even bigger impact. ❤🐾

06/04/2024

🎉🐱 June is Adopt a Shelter Cat Month! 🐱🎉

June is the PURRfect time to bring a new feline friend into your life! That’s right, it’s Adopt a Shelter Cat Month, and we have so many adorable cats and kitties waiting to purr their way into your heart and home. 🏡💕

Here are just a few MEOWgical reasons to adopt a shelter cat:

😻 Save a Life: Every cat adopted makes room for another one in need.
😻 Instant Companion: Cats are wonderful companions who offer unconditional love and countless cuddles.
😻 Health Benefits: Owning a cat can reduce stress and anxiety and even lower blood pressure!
😻 Entertainment Galore: Cats are playful and entertaining, always ready to turn even a simple cardboard box into the best toy ever!

Plus, when you adopt from us, you’ll be giving a cat a second chance at life in a loving home. 🌟

Visit us at 752 Lovejoy Rd NW, Fort Walton Beach or visit our website www.paws-shelter.org/adopt to view all of our PURRfect felines! Help us make this June the best month ever for our furry friends! 🎈🐾

06/04/2024

🚨 We're Hiring! 🚨

Do you have a passion for animal welfare and want to make a difference? Join the PAWS team and be a part of something special!

✨ Benefits of Working at PAWS:

🐾 Make an Impact: Every day, you'll be directly helping animals in need and contributing to their well-being.
🐾 Friendly Work Environment: Work alongside a dedicated and supportive team of animal lovers.
🐾 Growth Opportunities: We offer professional development and opportunities for career advancement.
🐾 Benefits: We provide comprehensive health insurance and robust PTO.

If you're dedicated, compassionate, and ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

👉 Apply now on Indeed: https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Panhandle-Animal-Welfare-Sociey? from=mobviewjob&tk=1hvflqvsvgrgo802&fromjk=77f22a781f19b056&attributionid=mobvjcmp

Join us and turn your passion for animals into a rewarding career at PAWS! 🐾❤️

06/03/2024

🎉🐾 Join us this Friday, June 7th, for a PAW-ty and Fundraising Event at MidSouth Bank! 🐾🎉

🕙 When: 10 AM - 3 PM
📍 Where: MidSouth Bank - 768 Beal Parkway NW - Fort Walton Beach
🫶 Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/WP8L5LUBGB1U?&sort=default

Come drop off your donations, meet our adorable adoptable dogs and cats, and enjoy a delicious lunch! All proceeds go directly to support PAWS and our mission to help animals in need.

Don't miss out on this fun-filled day for a great cause! See you there! 🐶🐱❤️

06/03/2024

📅🐾 Mark Your Calendars for Our June Events! 🐾📅

We have an exciting lineup of adoption and fundraising events this June! Save the dates and come join us to support our shelter and meet some of our adorable adoptable dogs and cats. We'll post more details for each event as we get closer, so stay tuned!

June 7th:
📍 Midsouth Bank
Adoption and Fundraising Event
Enjoy burgers and hotdogs for lunch while meeting our adoptable dogs and cats!
🕙 10AM - 3PM
📍 768 Beal Pkwy, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547

June 8th:
📍 St. Michaels Brewery
Adoption Event
Come out to meet our adoptable dogs and cats!
🕛 12PM - 3PM
📍 2199 FL-87, Navarre, FL 32566

June 15th:
📍 CrossFit FWB
Adoption Event
Meet our adoptable dogs and find your new furry friend!
🕚 11AM - 2PM
📍 726 Beal Pkwy, Building 3, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547

June 28th:
📍 Ratchet Hatchet
Adoption Event
Join us in the evening to meet our adoptable dogs!
🕖 7PM - 9PM
📍 304 Perry Ave, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548

June 29th:
📍 Fortis Fitness
Fundraising Event
Weightlifting competition - come support a great cause!
⏰ Time TBD
📍 2084 US-98, Mary Esther, FL 32569

We can't wait to see you there and appreciate your support for our shelter animals! 🐶🐱❤️

06/03/2024

Happy Monday, everyone! 🌟 Picking a number today, I’d say it’s a solid 3! The sun is shining, the coffee is strong, and we are feeling optimistic about what this week holds. How would you rate your Monday so far? Drop your number in the comments! Let's make this a fantastic week together! 💪☕️✨

05/30/2024

🌞🐾 Urgent: Fosters Needed for Our Outdoor Pups! 🐾🌞

As summer approaches and temperatures soar above 90°F every day, we are once again setting up outside kennels to accommodate our growing number of pups. With hurricane season right around the corner, it’s more important than ever to get these dogs out of the elements and into loving foster homes.

We desperately need fosters to provide temporary homes for our outdoor pups. Not only will you be giving them a safe, cool place to stay, but you’ll also be helping to save lives during this critical time.

Please consider opening your heart and home to one of our furry friends. We’ll provide everything you need—food, crates, toys, and medical care. Your kindness can make all the difference for a dog in need.

If you’re interested in fostering or want more information, please contact us or visit our shelter. Together, we can ensure these pups stay safe and comfortable through the summer heat and hurricane season.

Foster Application: https://www.paws-shelter.org/foster

Thank you for your support! 🐶❤️

05/29/2024

🐾 We Need Your Help! 🐾

Our shelter pets are in need of wet and dry dog food, and we would love to stock up on Purina brand! Your generous donations help us keep our furry friends happy and healthy while they wait for their forever homes.🥰🐾

Amazon Link:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3PJ78XO4KBXY5?ref_=list_d_wl_lfu_nav_4

Shelter Address:
752 Lovejoy Rd, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548

If you can help, please drop off any donations at the shelter or order online and have them sent directly to us. Every little bit helps, and our dogs will be so grateful for your support!😻❤

Thank you for your kindness and for helping us care for our shelter pets. 🐶❤️

05/28/2024

📢 We Need Towels and Blankets! 📢

Our furry friends could use your help! We are in need of towels and blankets, especially for surgery days to keep our pups cozy and comfortable.

Clinic Amazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/GZ2T0NKSFAT8?ref_=list_d_wl_lfu_nav_3

Shelter Address: 752 Lovejoy Road, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548

Your donation of towels and blankets will make a big difference in the lives of our animals. Thank you for your support!

Pictured below are Goku and Gohan, who just had their surgeries today and are now available for adoption! 🐶❤️

05/27/2024

🚨 Community Alert: PAWS Needs Your Help! 🚨

Hello PAWS family and friends! Check out the news report from WEAR TV - ABC 3. We’re reaching out to our wonderful community for support. Whether it’s through fostering, adopting, volunteering, or donating, every bit of help counts in making a big difference in the lives of our animals.

📺 Watch the Report: We encourage everyone to watch the video (link is below) to see firsthand the challenges we are facing and how you can help. It's a powerful reminder of the impact we can make together.

🫶 How You Can Help:

🐾Foster: Open your home to provide a temporary safe haven for our animals.

🐾Adopt: Consider adding a new member to your family.

🐾Volunteer: Donate your time and make a direct impact.

🐾Donate: Financial contributions help us continue our mission. We also need dog and cat food!!!

Let’s come together for the animals who depend on us. Check out the video, share it with friends, and let's make a positive change together!

https://weartv.com/news/local/paws-in-fort-walton-beach-asks-for-communitys-help-amid-overcrowding-at-shelter?utm_source=sfmc&utm_medium=email&sfmc_id=13146339&utm_guid=5bf2c8e1b8cca34e317caa85e3433ef94989504a37d16f166467add898cdb700&utm_campaign=