PAWS - Progressive Animal Welfare Society

03/06/2025

Meet Mia! 🐶🐾 This adorable 2-year-old pup is ready to find her forever home! She’s a happy girl who enjoys her walks, outdoor adventures, and cozy time inside with her people. Mia has a heart of gold and loves to lounge on the couch with her foster family! 🏡

Mia’s a smart girl who’s eager to please, though she can be a little nervous around loud noises like vacuums and trucks. But don’t worry—she’s super trusting of her people and just wants to be reassured with some snuggles. 💤

Her foster family has left Mia free roaming for several hours at a time when they’re away and says she’s very well-behaved (though they might find a shoe or two out of place!). She also does great in her crate for a few hours when needed. 🐾

Does Mia sound like a good fit for your family? Let us know if you’d like to meet her! 🧡 paws.org/adopt/dogs/

03/05/2025

Meet one of our newest patients – a Screech owl! 🦉 Unfortunately, this small but mighty raptor was brought in after being struck by a vehicle. We noticed vision deficits in both eyes, and while the left eye improved, the right eye did not. To relieve its pain, our vet team performed a successful surgery to remove the damaged eye. 🩺 This kind of procedure is typically only performed on nocturnal owls, as they rely more on hearing than sight to hunt.

While in care, we’ll ensure the owl’s remaining eye is healthy and that it can still hunt effectively by conducting live prey testing. We’ll also assess its flight and ability to navigate obstacles. Our team is staying positive to see continued improvement for this bird! 👍

03/04/2025

How is Poe still waiting for a home?! 🐶 This adorable doggo has been at PAWS since mid-December, and we can’t believe he hasn’t been scooped up yet! He came to us as a stray in rough shape, but with some love and care, he’s been more than ready to find his perfect match. 🧡

Poe is a very sweet pup and enjoys the company of other dogs as long as they don’t overwhelm him! He’s been a star passenger on car rides and did great exploring a local walking trail on a recent outing. 🦮 If you’re looking for a loyal pup to join you on some fun adventures (and plenty of cozy moments at home), Poe might be your guy!

Come meet him at PAWS in Lynnwood this week! Learn more: paws.org/adopt/dogs/

03/04/2025

This Great-horned owl had a rough ride and was unfortunately hit by a car and got stuck in a luggage rack. 🦉 The finder brought the owl to PAWS, where our vet team is now treating it for a fractured radius and ulna. These raptors are strong and resilient and we’re doing everything we can to help this owl pull through! 🧡

03/03/2025

Today is World Wildlife Day! 🐾🌍 At PAWS Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, we’re honored to care for a wide range of Washington’s native wildlife—big and small! From tiny songbirds to beautiful black bears, and many more incredible species. Our team is dedicated to helping these animals heal, grow strong, and return to the wild where they belong. 🦅🌲

Swipe through to see our dedicated team in action and some of the wildlife we care for here at PAWS. 🩺🐻 What’s the last wild animal you spotted? 🐿️ Let us know in the comments!

03/02/2025

Today is International Rescue Cat Day! 🐈 Rescue kitties fill our lives with love, playful antics, and endless joy! Whether they're cuddly lap cats or independent adventurers, they have a special way of stealing hearts. 🧡

Do you have a rescue kitty? Drop a pic and share their story with us! 📸 😻

03/01/2025

The PAWS Wildlife Rehabilitation Center staff and volunteers were immensely proud to be the host committee supporting NWRA in delivering the National Wildlife Rehabilitators Association Annual Symposium last week, where over 520 attendees came to learn about wildlife rehabilitation and wildlife medicine. Some attendees even visited PAWS' new Wildlife Rehabilitation Center to see facility ideas, tips, and tricks.

PAWS shared our work, generated innovative ideas and inspiration, and networked with colleagues across the profession of wildlife rehabilitation. We had an info booth at the Symposium, prepared fun activities for the NWRA Icebreaker and Banquet, and our volunteers supported the event by assisting with registration, supplies, and more. It was a busy week!

Our staff created, delivered, and participated in many workshops, presentations, and roundtables including:

🔸 NWRA Basic Wildlife Rehabilitation Skills Course
🔸 NWRA Advanced Wildlife Rehabilitation Skills Course
🔸 PAWS Wildlife Rehabilitation Center Facility Trip
🔸 Welcome and Member Meeting with PAWS Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
🔸 Reuniting Fledgling Peregrine Falcons at Urban Nesting Sites in Washington
🔸 Leadership is a Wild Ride
🔸 Big Rehabber is Watching: Using Accessible Technology to Monitor Patients
🔸 Oddballs and Curveballs
🔸 Tech in Rehab: A Roundtable on Remote Monitoring
🔸 Infectious Corvid Shoulder Disease-A Newly Recognized Syndrome
🔸 Striking the Right Balance: Effective Compromise in Patient Care
🔸 On the (Almost) Impossible Feat of Working with Wildlife
🔸 SOP’s, PITs, and Protocols, oh My!
🔸 Teamwork Makes Dreamwork Reach Success
🔸 Prevent Flights and Bites: Techniques for Safe Capture and Handling

This was the third time PAWS has hosted an NWRA annual symposium in the last 30 years, and our team did a fabulous job once again. Thank you to the PAWS volunteers and staff who helped make this event a success in educating wildlife professionals!

02/27/2025

As February comes to a close, we’re wrapping up National Pet Dental Health Month by giving shelter pets healthier smiles! 😁 This month, several animals received much-needed dental care, including cleanings, polishings, and extractions. 🦷🪥

One of our long-timers, Honeysuckle (who’s still looking for her forever home!), got her teeth cleaned and polished this week—so if you bring her home, she’ll greet you with a fresh, happy smile! 🐶

Remember, good dental health is key to your pet’s overall well-being, keeping them happy, healthy, and ready for plenty of cuddles! 🐾

02/27/2025

Now that’s the Cat’s Meow! 😻 Today PAWS transferred in 9 adorable cats from Eastern Washington! These kitties will all be getting vet checks and spayed/neutered soon, and will hopefully be ready to move into their forever homes in the coming days. Keep an eye on our website if you’re interested in adopting one (or two!) of these sweet felines! 🏡🐾 paws.org/adopt/cats/

02/25/2025

We have lots of sweet doggos and adorable puppies available for adoption! 🐶🧡 Drop by PAWS in Lynnwood to meet your new best friend! 🐾 View all of our available dogs here: paws.org/adopt/dogs/

02/24/2025

02/24/2025

We had 50 adoptions last week and we still have lots of furry friends still waiting for their people to walk through the door! 🧡 Visit PAWS this week to adopt! 🐾 Adoptable Pets: paws.org/adopt/

02/21/2025

Adoption Update! 🧡 Nora (formerly Noor) has been living her best life since joining her new family right around a year ago! 🏡 From day two, she took charge and made herself right at home. 😸 Some of Nora’s favorite things are lounging on the couch and always staying close to her people.

💬 “Nora has brought so much joy to my life. She is always right by our sides and has to sit directly between my husband and I when we chill on the couch at night. She is loving and affectionate and trots around after us and wants to do what we do, even waiting to eat together sometimes.” - Nora’s adopter

We’re so glad that Nora is living her best life! 🐾 Want to share your PAWS adoption story with us? Visit: paws.org/AdoptionUpdate

02/19/2025

Meet Badger! 🐾 This adorable 6-month-old pup is ready to charm his way into your heart and home! He’s young, curious, and eager to learn, hoping to find a family to teach him all the important doggy life skills. Thankfully, his awesome foster parent has been working hard on his potty training, going for car rides, and spending time left alone. 👍

Badger’s foster parent describes him as an incredible leash walker! 🦮 He walks nicely right beside them, matching their pace, and even sits politely when they stop. He can be a little shy when meeting new people, but give him a minute and he warms right up!

Do you think Badger could be the perfect fit for your home? 🏡 Reach out to PAWS to meet him! 🧡 paws.org/adopt/dogs/

02/18/2025

Meet Baby! 🐱 This 7-year-old beauty is looking for a quiet, loving home where she can enjoy all the attention to herself! If you’re looking for a sweet, affectionate lap cat, Baby is your girl. She’s become super social and loves head scratches, but she also knows when it’s time for some alone time in her cozy bed. 💤

Baby would thrive as the only pet in the home, where she can soak up all the love. She does need a little extra care, including a modified litterbox setup and some joint management to help her get around comfortably. If you’re looking for a sweet and sassy companion who loves to play, nap, and give affection on her own terms, Baby might just be the purrfect fit for you!

Come meet Baby at PAWS in Lynnwood today! 🧡🐾 paws.org/adopt/cats/

02/18/2025

Our wildlife team has been caring for a Bald eagle that’s healing from wounds on its head and beak. Unfortunately, the beautiful raptor was found tangled in a chicken coop. We’re hopeful to see more progress for this bird soon! 🦅

02/17/2025

🚨 Important Microchip Update for Pet Owners! 🚨

The pet microchip provider Save This Life has unexpectedly shut down, which may impact pets registered with their service. The AAHA Microchip Lookup Tool has removed the company from its registry, meaning owner contact information may no longer be linked to affected microchips.

What should you do?

🔸 Visit your vet to have your pet’s microchip scanned
🔸 Use AAHA’s Microchip Lookup Tool to check registration status (link below)
🔸 If your pet’s chip was registered with Save This Life, re-register with a new provider as soon as possible

Keeping your pet’s microchip information up to date is essential for their safety if they ever get lost. Please verify your pet’s chip if you are unsure of their microchip provider. Share to spread the word!! 💻️💬

www.aaha.org/for-veterinary-professionals/microchip-search/

02/15/2025

Love is in the Air… and on the Runway! 🧡🐾 This afternoon, the PAWS transfer team welcomed 17 adorable cats and 3 sweet dogs who just flew in from Merced, California—right in time for Valentine’s Day! 💘 Big thanks to Wings of Rescue for making this life-saving journey possible. ✈️💕 These furry Valentines will be ready for adoption soon—keep an eye on our website for your perfect match! 🐾 paws.org/adopt/