PAWS - Progressive Animal Welfare Society

07/04/2025

In celebration of the Fourth of July, enjoy these stunning photos from a past Bald eagle release! 🇺🇸🦅 Wishing you a safe, fun, and festive holiday!

Please note our special hours today ⬇️

🔸 Companion Animal Shelter in Lynnwood – Closed for adoptions, but open to help with lost animals and donations from 8am – 6pm.
🔸 Cat City in Seattle – Closed all day.
🔸 Wildlife Rehabilitation Center in Snohomish – Open normal hours.

07/03/2025

Fourth of July is almost here, and fireworks can be scary for cats, dogs, and wildlife. With a little extra planning, you can help your pets feel safe and secure when the celebrations begin. 🎆

A few tips ⬇️

🔸 Walk pets early, before fireworks start
🔸 Play calming music or white noise
🔸 Don’t bring your pets to firework shows
🔸 Be aware of toxic party foods & drinks
🔸 Double check collars, tags, & microchip info
🔸 Stock up on favorite toys, treats & calming tools

Learn more safety tips for your pets and wildlife ➡️ paws.org/news/2025/06/pets-and-fireworks

07/03/2025

Thanks for sharing this Bald eagle release, KING 5! This adult male Bald eagle was found along the Tacoma waterfront in late May, unable to fly and reportedly grounded for several days.

With the help of our community partner, Featherhaven, a nonprofit that rehabilitates injured and orphaned wild birds in Enumclaw, Washington––the finders were able to safely capture the eagle and bring him to PAWS Wildlife Rehabilitation Center.

Upon arrival, the PAWS Wildlife team discovered the eagle had a spiral fracture in his left ulna, along with dehydration and emaciation from being unable to hunt. After 34 days of specialized care at PAWS, the raptor was successfully released back to where he belongs!

Witness the heartwarming release of a once-injured bald eagle back into the wild after its incredible rehabilitation journey at PAWS Wildlife Rehabilitation Center.

07/03/2025

Today our team released a Bald eagle back to the wild! 🦅 This adult male Bald eagle was found along the Tacoma waterfront in late May, unable to fly and reportedly grounded for several days.

With the help of our community partner, Featherhaven, a nonprofit that rehabilitates injured and orphaned wild birds in Enumclaw, Washington—the finders were able to safely capture the eagle and bring him to PAWS Wildlife Rehabilitation Center.

Upon arrival, the PAWS Wildlife team discovered the eagle had a spiral fracture in his left ulna, along with dehydration and emaciation from being unable to hunt. After 34 days of specialized care at PAWS, the raptor was successfully released back to where he belongs!

07/02/2025

PSA! 🚨 The Fourth of July is one of the most common days of the year for people to find stray animals and shelters can only intake strays from their service areas.

PAWS’ Service Areas ➡️ Mountlake Terrace, Mukilteo, Shoreline, Woodinville, Edmonds, Lake Forest Park, & Kenmore.

Before taking an animal to a shelter ⬇️

🔸 Check for a tag: Call the owner if possible.
🔸 Search the area: See if the animal lives nearby.
🔸 Scan for a microchip: Many emergency vets can scan and contact the owner.
🔸 Contact Animal Control: They can direct you to the correct shelter.

Tips for Pet Owners ⬇️

🔸 Update your pet’s microchip info: Ensure it has your current phone number.
🔸 Check your pet's tags: Make sure they're legible and up to date.

Please keep your animals safe this 4th of July! 🐶😻🇺🇸

Visit: paws.org

07/02/2025

Our recent Caring Creatures program was a blast! 🐾 We had so much fun with a group of kind, curious, and thoughtful kids as they discovered what it means to care for animals—both wild and companion.

Students enjoyed hands-on activities, learned about the wildlife we care for at PAWS, and met a shelter pup! 🧡 Thank you to everyone who joined us for this special educational program at PAWS!

If you’d like to get your kiddos involved at PAWS, email: [email protected]

07/01/2025

Meet Baker! 🐾 This 9-month-old cutie has little legs, a big personality, and lots of puppy energy! He’s playful, outgoing, and ready for an adventure in his new home!

Baker is still working on his manners, so he’s looking for an adopter ready to give him lots of playtime and time for training. We recommend a home without cats and with teens or adults who can keep up with his spunky spirit.

If you’re ready for some puppy fun and lots of laughter, Baker might be your perfect match!

Come meet him at PAWS in Lynnwood! 🐶 Visit ➡️ paws.org/adopt/dogs/

07/01/2025

This adult male Mallard duck had a rough start this spring. He was found stumbling around a parking lot in Everett and brought to PAWS Wildlife Rehabilitation Center in early April. Our team discovered an older fracture in his right leg and provided a few weeks of care to help him heal.

After 28 days of recovery, he was released back to a local pond where he was quickly greeted by another duck! 🦆

Visit ➡️ paws.org

06/30/2025

🌟PAWS Education Team Spotlight🌟 Meet Tami, one of our Educators! Tami manages countless details to keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes. As the demand for our program continues to grow, Tami supports the entire PAWS Education Team so they can stay focused on what they do best: educating the public!

💬 “Working at PAWS allows me to be active in the education field (I used to be a public-school teacher), while also making a difference in the lives of animals. It’s a win-win!”

Tami, thank you for being an integral part of our team and helping us create meaningful impact every day!

To learn more about PAWS Education, visit ➡️ paws.org/Education

06/28/2025

Time flies when you’re having fun! 👟🌟🐾 It’s the final day of PAWSwalk, and we’re sending a huge THANK YOU to our incredible sponsors for making it all possible. 🧡

A special shoutout to Alyssa Rose Photography, Animal Medical Center of Seattle, ökocat, PooperTrooper, and Off-Leash Area Edmonds for your amazing support. Your generosity helps give animals the second chances they deserve. We couldn’t do it without you!

06/27/2025

Celebrate PAWSwalk with us! 🎉 Come raise a glass with us at Peace Of Mind Brewing to celebrate the amazing impact of PAWSwalk this year! We are so grateful for the incredible participation this year that will help so many animals in need. Everyone is welcome, including doggos and kids!

If you'd like to join in on the fun, here are the details ⬇️

📍18411 Hwy 99, Lynnwood, WA 98037 on
📆 Sunday, June 29
⏰ 1 PM – 4 PM

We hope to see you there! 🐾