United Paws Rescue Inc

11/23/2025

Meet Max! A friend of the rescue reached out to us and asked if we could help this sweet boy that showed up at their colony. We happened to have a foster space open up at the same time, so we grabbed him! He’s only 5-6 years old but he is in rough shape, he has a respiratory infection, ear infection, parasites, and nasty dental disease. Right now we are focusing on dealing with his URI, but once he is recovered from that he will need a dental with multiple teeth extracted.

It was roughly 200 dollars for his bloodwork, combo testing, ear cytology and cleaning, and medications. Once he is healthy he will get vaccines and we plan to microchip him when he gets his dental. Typically, a dental with multiple extractions runs around 1000 dollars.

Between all the extra things Max will need, we estimate needing to fundraise 1300 dollars roughly to get Max fully healthy and ready for adoption. This sweet boy tolerates everything we do to him, even baths! He deserves a good life and we want to help him, but we need YOUR help first. If you can donate anything toward Max’s care, please do so below or at our website!

https://unitedpawsrescue.com/donate

11/16/2025

Hi! I’m Thelma, and I’m ready to find the human who will finally love me the way I’ve always dreamed of being loved.

I’m about 5 years old, and I haven’t had an easy life. I was adopted as a kitten, but the people who were supposed to care for me were unkind and eventually dumped me outside. Because of that, I didn’t know much kindness… until the rescue found me. Now I’m safe, and I’m learning every day that gentle hands and soft voices can be trusted.

Even after everything I’ve been through, I still LOVE people — seriously, I can’t get enough! I love talking, being petted, sunbathing in a warm window, and playing with catnip toys. If you go to the bathroom, I’m coming with you. If you go to bed, I’m sleeping right on your chest. I just want to be close to my person.

Sometimes I get nervous when someone approaches me too quickly or tries to pick me up in a small space — that’s when I might give a little hiss. I don’t mean it… I just get scared for a second. I’m on a tiny dose of anxiety medicine (my “kitty prozac”), which I eat right in my food, and it helps me feel a lot more relaxed.

Because of what happened to me outside, other animals make me stressed and afraid, so I need to be the only kitty in my home. But I promise I’ll make up for it — I have a big personality and so much love to give. I follow my foster mom everywhere and rarely leave her side unless I’m sunbathing.

Right now, I’m being fostered in central Florida, but don’t worry — transport can be arranged if my forever family is somewhere else!

When the rescue first saved me, I was terrified of everything. Now all I want is someone to love… someone patient, gentle, and kind.

If you give me a chance, I’ll give you endless cuddles, constant companionship, and a loyal little shadow for life.

Love,
Thelma

11/11/2025

🇺🇸🐾 A Veterans Day Message From Your Rescue Pets 🐾🇺🇸

Hi humans! 👋
It’s us — your furry friends here at the rescue.

Today, we want to pause our zoomies, tail wags, purrs, and snack requests to say something very important… Thank you.

To all the brave servicemen and servicewomen who have protected us with courage, kindness, and heart — we appreciate you. Because of your dedication, animals like us get to live in a world where we are safe, warm, and loved. 💙

And to our fellow service animals — the military working dogs, therapy dogs, emotional support pets, detection heroes, and every loyal companion who stood by a soldier’s side — we honor you too. 🐕‍🦺🐾
Your paws made history. Your bravery saved lives. And your hearts gave comfort when it was needed most.

Whether you’re a hero in uniform or a hero with four paws, we see you, we admire you, and we are grateful for you.

From all of us here at the rescue: Thank you for your service.
You make the world a safer place for pets and people alike. ❤️🇺🇸🐾

10/31/2025

🎃🐾👻 Happy Halloween From Your Rescue Pets! 👻🐾🎃

“Boo! Did we scare you? Don’t worry — it’s just us, your rescue cats and dogs, dressed up and ready for some spooky fun. Tonight, while the jack-o’-lanterns glow and the bats fly high, we’re wagging our tails and purring with joy to wish you a frightfully fun Halloween!

We may not go trick-or-treating, but we sure know how to hand out plenty of tricks and treats — cuddles, kisses, and maybe a little mischief too. 🐶🐱

✨ A quick reminder from us: please keep your black cats safe indoors tonight. Sadly, there are still mean people out there, and Halloween can be a dangerous time for our sleek, spooky friends. Protecting them keeps the holiday full of fun — not fear. 🖤🐾

From our rescue family to yours: stay safe, enjoy your sweets, and remember — the best kind of magic is the love we share with our pets.

✨🎃🐾 Happy Howl-o-ween & Meow-o-ween! 🐾🎃✨

10/29/2025

🐾 Happy National Cat Day! 🐾

Hi friends, it’s us—the rescue cats! Today is our special day, and we just wanted to share a few purrs of gratitude. 🐱💖

Some of us came here scared, hungry, or unsure if anyone would ever love us again. But thanks to kind humans (like you!), we found warm beds, full bowls, and hearts that care. Every gentle scratch behind the ears and every whispered “good kitty” reminds us that second chances are real.

On National Cat Day, we celebrate all our whiskered brothers and sisters—whether still waiting in shelters, safe in foster homes, or already curled up in forever laps. 🛋️✨

📸 Want to join the celebration? Post a picture of your own fabulous feline and tag us! We’d love to see your cats and fill today with even more whiskers, tails, and happy purrs. 🐾❤️

If you’re thinking of adopting, fostering, or even just sharing our stories, know that you’re helping us write our happily-ever-afters. Because every cat deserves love, safety, and a place to call home. 🏡❤️

From all of us here at the rescue—thank you for believing in us, and Happy National Cat Day! 🎉🐾

10/27/2025

🌼💀🐾 Día de los Mu***os – From Us, Your Rescue Pets 🐾💀🌼

Hi friends, it’s us — the pets you’ve rescued, loved, and given a second chance. Today is a very special day for us. On October 27th, the day set aside to honor pets, we remember all the furry souls who have crossed the rainbow bridge.

We know what it feels like to be saved, to find a family, and to be surrounded by love. And we also know that when a pet’s time comes, their love never disappears. It stays tucked safely in your heart, always wagging, always purring, always reminding you that you were their everything.

We like to think of our friends beyond the bridge as happy and free — tails wagging, whiskers twitching, paws dancing through fields of marigolds. And on this day, we celebrate them, not with sadness, but with gratitude for every moment of joy they brought.

So if you light a candle or place out their photo tonight, know that we feel it too. We’re sending love from our paws to yours, for every pet who is missed but never forgotten.

Forever loved. Forever remembered. Always part of the family. ❤️🐶🐱✨

10/25/2025

Orlando is a sweet, gentle 2 year old tuxedo boy with a heart full of love — especially for other cats! He absolutely adores feline friends and must go to a home with at least one other cat, preferably one who enjoys playing, as Orlando’s favorite game is tag.

While he’s still a bit timid around humans, Orlando’s confidence shines when he’s with his kitty companions. Their presence comforts him, and with their help, he’s begun to show his affectionate side — he now allows gentle pets and even the occasional pick-up.
Orlando came from a difficult hoarding situation, so it’s no surprise that he’s still learning to fully trust people. But with patience, understanding, and time, this handsome boy will continue to blossom. Once he feels safe, you’ll see just how loving and loyal he can be.
He’s very food-motivated and can’t resist wet food or treats — the perfect way to win his heart! You’ll often find him snuggled up next to his feline buddies, sharing comfort and companionship.

If you’re looking for a sweet, playful cat who will thrive alongside other kitties, Orlando is your guy. Give him the time and love he deserves, and he’ll reward you with a lifetime of quiet affection and kitty friendship. Currently located in Orlando, Fl but transport is available for the purrfect family.

10/23/2025

Petunia was one of the last kitties we had left to rescue from the trailer park we help at. We’ve been trying to get her for a long time, but due to how nervous she was with people it took quite some time to get her. When she was ready she came to us and walked right inside her feeders house. Sadly for Petunia, the reason she was ready is that she was sick and needed help.

We took her to the vet immediately and found out she had cancer in her mouth. It was causing her to be unable to eat or groom herself, and it was ulcerated and bleeding. She was in severe pain and so we made the very difficult decision to let her cross the rainbow bridge.

Once inside, Petunia was SUCH a sweet girl. She let us bathe her and even purred her entire bath. We are so sad that her indoor life was cut so short because she deserved a long happy life. The one thing we can say we are grateful for is that she is no longer suffering. RIP sweet Petunia, you are pain free now and we hope you are getting endless Churu sticks in heaven. 💔🌈

10/05/2025

THELMA NEEDS A HOME!

Hi there! My name is Thelma and I’m about 5 years old. I was adopted as a kitten, but the people that adopted me abused me and dumped me. I haven’t known much kindness in my life prior to these people rescuing me.

Despite the nightmare I survived, I still LOVE LOVE LOVE people! I love to talk, I love to be petted, sunbathe, play with catnip toys.. if you’re going to the bathroom, I’m coming with so you can keep petting me! If you’re going to bed im sleeping on your chest!! However because of the trauma I went through, I’m still nervous when people approach me or try to pick me up (especially in small areas) and it makes me a little hissy until I realize you’re safe. My doctor started me on an anxiety medication (Kitty Prozac!) to help me be less scared of this stuff. It’s super cheap and I eat it in my food. I also am used to being beat up by other animals from when I was thrown outside, so I need to be the only kitty in the house. Trust me though, I’ll make up for it with my big personality! I rarely leave my foster mommas side except for sunbathing in the window time.

I’ve come so far from when the rescue first found me. I was terrified of everyone and everything back then. But now I just want to be loved and love someone back. I want my own family who can be patient with me. I promise to give you endless cuddles for the rest of your life once I settle in! I’m currently in the Tampa FL area but transport is available for the purrfect adopter!

10/03/2025

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Hi Everyone!
Please take a quick second and Vote for my Beautiful Grandaughter Luna!
Thank Y'all So Much! 🥰

Luna’s Bright Smile, Joyful Spirit, And Endless Curiosity Make Her Shine—she’s Truly Baby Of The Year Material! 🌟👶💚

09/30/2025

🐾💌 A Message from the Pets of United Paws Rescue 💌🐾

Hi friends,
We’re the lucky ones — the dogs and cats who found full bowls, warm beds, and loving hands through United Paws Rescue. 🐶🐱✨

But today, on Pet Hunger Awareness Day, our hearts are with the pets who aren’t as fortunate yet. Some are still waiting for rescue. Others do have families who love them dearly — but those families may be facing hard times or even homelessness, and can’t always afford the food and care their pets deserve. 💔

Thanks to initiatives like PetSmart Charities’ Pet Hunger Awareness Day, more people are learning that hunger doesn’t just affect people — it affects beloved pets too. Together, we can change that. 💙

To all the pets still hungry: hold on. We’re rooting for you. 💕
To all the humans reading: you can help. Every can of food, every dollar, every share brings hope to pets and families who need it most. Together, we can fill more bowls and keep more families together. 🥫🐾

With love and gratitude,
Your furry friends at United Paws Rescue

09/26/2025

URGENT FOSTER NEEDED!!

Thelma has finally finished her medical treatment. Her ears are infection free, she is totally healthy physically, and she has come so far mentally with her trauma as well. We have discovered after trying to introduce Thelma to other kitties that she is NOT a fan. Probably because of being bullied and beaten by them at her previous home. She is also working through her fear of being approached by people, and for that we have started her on Prozac. It works wonders for nervous kitties and will help her long term with anxiety.

She is stuck in a bathroom which makes her miserable. She cries to get out and is extremely sad without a window to look through. Her foster mom’s parents are on a vacation so she briefly until tomorrow gets to enjoy being in a bedroom without other cats, but this isn’t going to last. She will be put back in the bathroom afterward and this is NOT a long term solution. Her foster mom needs the bathroom back, so Thelma needs a spot to go.

In the bedroom, Thelma is a doll. She will sleep on your chest at night, she will rub on you when you use the bathroom, she will talk to you. She is a VERY sweet girl, just gets a little hissy and nervous when approached. The Prozac takes a few weeks to kick in, but when it does we expect the hissing behavior to disappear.

She is currently in the Tampa FL area but can be transported. Please let us know ASAP if you can foster, Thelma needs a new spot ASAP- she won’t be able to live in the bathroom for much longer. This is urgent!