Pet Pawps

12/07/2024

Boyne City High School 9-3 today! Best time to shop for unique Christmas gifts!

11/09/2024

Wishing for Christmas at the Aplex in Alpena, Saturday 9-3 & Sunday 11-3

11/02/2024

Come see us at the annual holiday craft show in the Odawa Casino! There are plenty of great crafters here! Time to start your holiday shopping!!!

It's November 1st and we're moving right along into the next round of Holiday festivities, so we want to remind you that our annual Holiday Gift & Craft show is tomorrow starting at 11AM!

We're bringing you dozens of wonderful vendors to help you get your holiday shopping done, including local businesses like Coveyou Scenic Farm Market, Snow Drum Creations, Snickerdoodlz Frozen Yogurt, and more!

We're also accepting donations for The Manna Food Project at the door. Let's shop!! 🤩🎄🎁

08/08/2024

It’s a beautiful day in downtown Charlevoix! Come and see all the wonderful vendors!

07/18/2024

You can now find Pet Pawps here at Tip’n Mitten! ☺️

06/06/2024

Charlevoix Farmers Market! It’s a beautiful day! Come on down and check out all the great vendors!

06/06/2024

It’s a beautiful day! Come on down to the Charlevoix Farmers Market and check out the variety of vendors!

03/28/2024

Lost this sweet old boy yesterday at 15 years old. He loved the water, his kids, 4-legged siblings…pretty much everyone. We rescued Tarkington at 7 weeks old! He was a fantastic family member who will be missed greatly! And, one less Pet Pawps taste tester! ❤️

02/10/2024

This is what the entrance to heaven looks like ❤️

01/28/2024

Peyton passed away in our shelter last night.

He came to us just yesterday, a weary soul found in a barn. Fourteen years old, underweight, half an ear missing, and struggling to breathe. His microchip, dating back to 2009, was a silent witness to a life that once was – a life that had somewhere turned bleak and lonely.

In his final hours, Peyton experienced moments of love and care that had been missing for so long. We cleaned his crusted nose, combed out his matts, and he purred, basking in the affection he so deserved. He clung to our warmth, his body going limp with trust and perhaps, relief.

This morning, we found him gone, his struggle quietly ended in the comfort of a soft blanket and a full belly. His departure is a profound reminder of the countless animals who face similar fates, animals whose stories go untold, whose lives end without a whisper.

Peyton's story is a glimpse into the harsh realities faced by many animals. It's a testament to the resilience and enduring hope they possess, even in the face of neglect and abandonment. It underscores the vital role shelters play – not just as a place of refuge, but as a final sanctuary where love and care are given, even if just for a moment.

As we mourn Peyton, let's remember the countless others like him. Each day, shelters across the country are filled with animals waiting for a second chance, for a family, for a home. They wait for someone to notice them, to care, to extend a hand of kindness.

Peyton's story is not just about loss; it's about awareness, compassion, and the bitter-sweet role shelters play in the lives of animals. In sharing his story, we hope to shed light on the unseen struggles and to inspire a community of care and support for these innocent lives.

Rest in peace, Peyton. In your final hours, you were surrounded by love, and your story will not be forgotten.