PAW Estate Rescue and Shelter Inc

03/24/2025

💔 We said goodbye to one of our beloved PAW dogs this past weekend. Bella, surrendered to the Central California SPCA (in 2023) at 11 years old by the family she once knew, found her true home with our incredible foster, Maria. Maria welcomed Bella with open arms and gave her a loving forever home for her remaining days. Sadly, Bella was diagnosed with heart failure near the end, but Maria stayed by her side through it all. Here’s how Maria remembers sweet Bella:

"Bella was so scared when we first got her. She would hide from us and the dogs. She came around with my girls first, then me. She just recently warmed up to my son and husband. She felt awkward getting love and being pet. It took her about 6 months until she finally asked for love. She loved her sweaters and didn't want to take them off, she loved to lay on her bed, and she actually watched tv, she loved to bully the big dogs. She was the boss of the house. She was a picky eater and preferred steak and beef dogs. She knew when they were chicken and didn't want them. She loved her car seat and rides to McDonald's to get a hamburger. She loved to be upstairs in my daughter's area. She would lay on her bed where the sunlight would hit her and stayed there for hours. The day she passed, she gave Lili and myself a lick. I believe she was kissing us goodbye. We loved her so much and she will always be in our hearts!"

Thank you, Maria for giving Bella a life full of love these past 2 years.

We love you, Bella! 🤍

03/23/2025

🔦Saturday Spotlight🔦

This week, we’re shining the spotlight on Roxy! She’s spent her life in rescue and is more than ready to find her forever family. Take a look at her spotlight reel for all the details, and please SHARE to help us find Roxy the loving home she deserves.

If you'd like to meet Roxy, please complete and submit our adoption application
https://www.pawestaterescue.org/adopt

03/22/2025

Forgive us for not understanding, but are you allowed to sell puppies off the side of the street? These folks are out by Raising Cane's on Mooney in Visalia.

If not, can we get some help calling it in?

As we know from experience, a phone call from only us doesn’t get much attention.

03/21/2025

🎉HAPPY FOSTER FRIDAY🎉

Meet Gumbo, aka Sweet Boy! 🐾

Gumbo is a 2-year-old, 79-pound bundle of pure sweetness, a mix of American Bulldog and German Shorthair Pointer. Gumbo was rescued in September of 2024 and has been living the life with his foster. He's a true triple-threat...handsome, goofy, and athletic!

Here's what Gumbo's foster has to say about him:

I first spotted Gumbo in a gated public enclosure on a scorching 100-degree day, tied up and near heat exhaustion. I noticed him while stopped at a traffic light and couldn’t shake the feeling that something was wrong. I went home, grabbed a sunshade, food, and water, thinking I’d help the dog and his owner. But when I returned, I learned the heartbreaking truth — the person who had him didn’t want him and had abandoned him there.

I gave Gumbo some water and set up the sunshade, but as I walked away, I glanced back and saw the defeat in his eyes. My heart told me, “You have to be his voice.” I turned around, untied him, and in that moment, his joy was beyond words. Now, Gumbo is safe, thriving, and ready to share his love with a forever family.

While Gumbo waits patiently for his forever family, we’d love to keep him happy and comfortable! Check out his Amazon wish list below and consider sending him a little love. ❤️🎁

Amazon Wish List
https://a.co/2nRtQ18

Please complete an application if you’d like to meet Gumbo!
https://www.pawestaterescue.org/adopt

03/21/2025

🐾 Exciting News! 🐾

We’re thrilled to announce an upcoming fundraiser AND adoption event! The amazing folks at The Human Bean are hosting us as their Guest Barista!
Join us at The Human Bean on Caldwell in Visalia from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, where some of our adorable, adoptable PAW dogs will be waiting to meet you. All proceeds will go toward supporting their continued care. Come grab a coffee and make a difference! ☕❤️🐶

💚 ALL tips received during the event AND 10% of the day's sales during the event will go to support our PAW dogs.

📅 Date: April 19th
🕢 Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
📍 Location: 1331 W Caldwell Ave Visalia

We’d love your help! Please share this post to let your friends and family know about this upcoming fundraiser and adoption event. Every share gets us one step closer to finding loving homes for our PAW pups and raising funds for their care! 🐾❤️

03/20/2025

🎉UPDATE🎉 Well, well, well…that was fast! 😅 Roscoe has hit the jackpot and has officially been adopted! Thank you to everyone who expressed interest in Roscoe. We do our best to review each application and pick the home we feel best suits each individual dog’s needs and personality traits. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you are considering another dog within our organization.

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐑𝐨𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐞: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐱𝐲, 𝐅𝐮𝐧-𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧!

Roscoe was at City of Tulare Animal Services when a kind-hearted foster spotted his adorable face and couldn’t bear the thought of him staying in the shelter. She scooped him up, and now Roscoe is thriving in his foster home!

Here’s what his foster has to say about him:

🦊 “Our little foxy foster is the absolute sweetest boy! At just over a year old, Roscoe is still in full-on fun doggy mode. He loves playing with other dogs and getting his zoomies out, but he’s just as happy being held and snuggled all day. We joke that he’s narcoleptic because he’ll literally fall asleep at the vet — and if you’re holding him, he’ll be out like a light!

🚗 Roscoe is a compact little guy who loves car rides, toys, chewies, and adventures. He’d be a great companion for light hikes, leisurely walks, and fun outings.

🐾 He’s very good about doing his business outside and has had very few accidents indoors.

🛋️ He does love to jump on furniture and might act like he owns the place — but if that’s okay with you, he’ll make himself right at home!

Roscoe thrives around other playful dogs but can be a little submissive, so he might not do well with strong alpha personalities. He’s a lover, not a fighter, and would fit perfectly in a home where he can play, explore, and be adored.”

Roscoe is neutered, microchipped, and UTD on his vaccines. He’s currently located in Paso Robles, CA.

Could Roscoe be your new adventure buddy? ❤️

Please complete an application to schedule a meet and greet with Roscoe!
https://www.pawestaterescue.org/adopt

03/20/2025

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐱: 𝐀 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐨 𝐌𝐮𝐜𝐡 𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐆𝐢𝐯𝐞!

Max’s journey started at Visalia Animal Services, where he found himself out of time and on the euthanasia list after completing his short hold. Thankfully, one of our amazing supporters stepped up to foster him, and we got Max out of there as fast as we could!
We’re unsure if Max’s eye condition is congenital or the result of an injury, but he likely has little to no vision in that eye — not that it slows him down one bit! When Max first arrived at the shelter, it was also discovered that he had a previously broken jaw. Surgery wasn’t recommended, and it’s since healed perfectly, allowing him to eat, play, and enjoy life without limitations.

Here’s what Max’s foster has to say about him:

🖤 “Max is my favorite frosted senior! He may be a little shy at first, but he’s full of love once he warms up. While he can be skittish until he trusts you, it doesn’t take long with a little patience and care. Despite his rough start, Max is blossoming into his fun-loving self.

🚗 He enjoys car rides and loves running with the pack to investigate unfamiliar sounds.

💙 Belly rubs, vet-approved treats, and yard adventures are some of his favorite things.

🐾 He’s also content to lounge in a cozy bed close to his person.
Max is doing great on a leash, handles crate time like a champ, and has had no accidents inside when taken out regularly. He’s such a sweet boy with so much life left to enjoy — he just needs the right home to keep him active and loved!”

Max is neutered, microchipped, and UTD on his vaccines. He’s currently located in Paso Robles, CA.

Could Max be the loyal, loving companion you’ve been searching for? ❤️

Please complete an application to schedule a meet and greet with Max!
https://www.pawestaterescue.org/adopt

03/19/2025

🎉Wylie Update🎉

Check out this handsome, stud muffin! Well, we finally got an answer to Wylie’s joint problems. He tested positive for Valley Fever. Wylie started an anti-fungal medication and what a difference it’s made! Wylie’s definitely feeling better already and we hope he gets the all clear at his next check up appointment. A huge thank you to everyone who has donated towards Wylie’s care. We couldn’t have given him a doggone chance without your support!

03/18/2025

Meet Zigby! Back in September 2024, this little dude found himself at Visalia Animal Services with some major injuries...multiple pelvic fractures and a broken hip socket. It's very possible that he suffered these injuries after being hit by a car. Rescue networkers were pleading for help as Zigby's time was running out. As he was being taken back to be euthanized, we gave the green light and saved Zigby! He endured an extensive surgery, followed by strict crate rest for several weeks. We're happy to report that Zigby is healed and ready to set sail into his forever home! If Zigby looks like your perfect pair, send us a DM to schedule a meet and greet.

Adoption application: https://www.pawestaterescue.org/adopt

03/18/2025

Poppy girl...she just needs a doggone chance. She came to us starving and in terrible condition. We got her healthy, got her valuable training in our PAWs to Prison program, and now she's just waiting for the perfect adopter to come along. She's been waiting 340 days to be exact. Poppy prefers to be the only dog in the home, but she has enough love to give to make up for it. If you'd like to meet Poppy, please send us a DM.

Adoption application: https://www.pawestaterescue.org/adopt

03/18/2025