Paws of Hope Animal Rescue

Paws of Hope Animal Rescue 501c3 nonprofit, dedicated group of volunteers in Iowa, rescuing lost and abandoned animals with compassion and care.

We track their movements tirelessly and set humane traps when the moment is right—putting in our hearts to bring them to safety.

11/26/2025

We received another generous bag of redeemable cans! Huge thank you to the kind person who left them for us. Your support helps us keep saving lives!

11/25/2025

Helpful Holiday Tips to Keep Your Pets Safe

RELYING ON A PET SITTER FOR THE HOLIDAYS?
Here are a few important safety practices every pet owner should know:

🔒 Controlled Potty Breaks
Pets may behave differently for a new caregiver. Always ask your sitter to let your pet outside only in a fully fenced yard or while secured on a leash. Even confident pets can startle or bolt in unfamiliar situations.

🪪 Proper Identification Saves Lives
A secure, well-fitted collar with ID tags is one of the fastest ways to reunite a lost pet with their family. Consider adding a temporary tag that includes the sitter’s phone number in case your pet slips away while in their care.

📍 Keep Microchip Information Updated
A microchip is only effective if the information is correct. Take a moment before the holidays to verify your contact information in the microchip registry.

🦺 Escape-Resistant Gear Matters
Many professionals recommend using a martingale collar along with a harness. This combination reduces the chance of your pet slipping out when they’re nervous, excited, or unsure of their surroundings.

🎄 Why This All Matters
Holidays bring routine changes, unfamiliar people, and new environments—all of which increase the risk of pets getting lost. Understanding and preparing for these risks helps keep your pet safe during a busy season.

Your pet is depending on you to make safe, informed choices!

Paws of Hope is thrilled to announce our new partnership with the Fi Rescue Program! 💛🐾Many of the pets we help are flig...
11/25/2025

Paws of Hope is thrilled to announce our new partnership with the Fi Rescue Program! 💛🐾

Many of the pets we help are flight risks — scared, on the move, and needing quick action. Thanks to this partnership, some of the dogs and cats we assist will now be eligible for a Fi GPS smart collar, giving their families live tracking and instant alerts if their pet leaves the safe zone.

This means faster reunions, safer outcomes, and even more hope for the animals we serve. 💛

We’re doing a little gear clean-out! 🎉Snag your favorites before they’re gone 👇🧢 Hats – $20🐾 Decals – $7🦮 Leashes (have ...
11/24/2025

We’re doing a little gear clean-out! 🎉
Snag your favorites before they’re gone 👇
🧢 Hats – $20
🐾 Decals – $7
🦮 Leashes (have multiple colors!) – $12
🎄 Ornaments – $5

All proceeds help us help the animals who need it most.

Come see us along with many others!!
11/22/2025

Come see us along with many others!!

11/22/2025

We watched all of the Libby footage from last night, and honestly… this angle won. 😂👏

11/21/2025

Libby and her possum friend 🐶🩶
Don’t worry no animals were harmed in this sweet little moment. We also do not own the rights to this music.

11/21/2025

Yesterday one of our team members received a call asking for help! A stray pup had been spotted in the same area of Ankeny for the past couple of days, and without hesitation the trap was loaded and we were on our way.

We were able to quickly gain access to a homeowner’s property and get everything set up. At 5:50 PM the trap was placed… and by 6:36 PM she had followed her nose right inside and was safely contained!

This dog is currently at ARL’s main facility — please contact them with any information that may help get her back home.

We cannot thank our community enough — from the people who report these dogs, to the homeowners who graciously allow us to set up equipment on their property. Your support makes these safe captures possible. Together, we’re giving these lost animals their chance to come home.

More can donations picked up today!! Thank you to everyone who continues to support us — every bit truly makes a differe...
11/20/2025

More can donations picked up today!! Thank you to everyone who continues to support us — every bit truly makes a difference for the animals in our care. 🐾❤️

Your support changes lives. Hope is reaching lost animals across Iowa because of you. 🧡🐾
11/20/2025

Your support changes lives. Hope is reaching lost animals across Iowa because of you. 🧡🐾

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Mechanicsville, IA
52306

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