United Paws Rescue Inc

03/03/2025

✨ ⭐ Happy Tailz Alert! ⭐ ✨

Sometimes, fate steps in at just the right moment.

A friend of United Paws Animal Rescue was at Polk County Animal Control—the Florida shelter with the highest euthanasia rate—doing everything she could to save as many lives as possible. As she worked to help some of the "Kit Kats" in need, she noticed a woman walking up to the intake area, surrendering two cats.

Knowing these sweet boys deserved a chance, our friend didn’t hesitate—she called us immediately, asking if we could help. Without a second thought, we said, "Absolutely!" They were safe.

One of our wonderful fosters welcomed them with open arms, and it wasn’t long before Almond Eyes—now known as Miso—caught the attention of someone special. His future dad saw him on Petfinder and knew this was the cat meant to be part of his family.

Now, Miso is living his best life with a dad who absolutely adores him and a big sister who, while taking her time, is slowly deciding that she might just love him too.

From the brink of an uncertain fate to a home filled with love, Miso's story is a testament to the power of rescue. Every life saved matters, and Miso’s journey is just beginning—with his forever family by his side.

Happy tails, sweet Miso!

To learn more and to help others like Miso, visit us at www.unitedpawsrescue.com

02/03/2025

Hi my name is Chichi! I’m 14 years old and my previous owners had a kid that ended up being allergic to me. They didn’t know what to do so they put me outside, I tried to get back in for a while but eventually realized I couldn’t. I wandered around until I found someone willing to take me in. These nice people took me to the vet and made sure I was healthy, and got me up to date on vaccines! The vet said for a 14 year old girl I’m amazingly healthy!

I absolutely ADORE people. The second someone walks in the room I’m talking to them and purring up a storm. You can hear me purr from across the room! I won’t be far for long though; I love to follow people around for attention and pets. I could quite literally be petted all day and never have enough. When I’m not soaking up love and attention, I do love a good catnap in a comfy bed in the sun. A girl needs her rest after all!

My previous family had lots of young kids so I am VERY used to being picked up and loved on. I don’t have a mean bone in my body. I do fine with dogs that respect my space, but I don’t like other cats (I’m the star of the show!).
Will you be my forever family? I’ve got lots of love to give.

Currently located in Tampa FL area but transport is available for the purrfect home.

26/02/2025

✨ Happy Tailz Alert! ✨

Hi, friends! My name is Coco, and I want to tell you about my crazy journey to finding my forever home.

When I was just six months old, I thought I had found a family, but something was wrong—I felt really sick and couldn’t go to the bathroom. My new people didn’t know what to do, and they couldn’t afford the scary emergency vet, so they brought me back to Orange County Animal Services (OCAS). That’s when things got really serious. The doctors said I had a urinary blockage, which is really dangerous for kitties like me. I needed emergency surgery right away!

After my surgery, I started to feel better… but then it happened again. Another blockage. More pain. More hospitals. I spent a whole week at the vet fighting to get better. I finally got to go to a foster home with United Paws Rescue, and for a little while, I thought things were looking up.

But then something strange started happening—I wasn’t walking quite right. My foster noticed, and before I knew it, I was back in the ER. The doctors ran lots of tests, and I went back and forth between the vet and my foster home so many times, I lost count. To make things even scarier, I was still receiving treatment when Hurricane Helene hit! It was a stressful time for everyone, but despite the storm raging outside, my vet and the amazing team at the hospital never stopped caring for me. Even in the middle of a hurricane, they made sure I was safe and getting the treatment I needed!

I don’t know much about money (I’m just a cat, after all!), but I do know my care was really expensive. Thankfully, United Paws Rescue didn’t give up on me, and with the help of a $2,000 grant from Dog and Cat Foundation, they were able to cover my treatment so I could keep fighting. I also want to send a HUGE thank you to a very special United Paws benefactor, who stepped up in a big way and donated a large portion of the funds needed for my recovery. Without their kindness, I wouldn’t be here today!

They also made sure I had special prescription urinary food, which I actually love—Royal Canin is my favorite! (Not all kitties like their special food, but I think it’s delicious.)

Through it all, there was one special person who never gave up on me—my veterinarian, the very first doctor who helped me. He took care of me when I was at my worst, and guess what? I fell in love with him! Turns out, he felt the same way about me. One day, he made it official—he adopted me! Now, I get to stay with him forever, where he can keep a close eye on my health and give me all the snuggles I want.

I may have had a rough start, but thanks to United Paws Rescue, Dog and Cat Foundation, an incredibly generous United Paws benefactor, and all the amazing people who donated, I finally have my happily ever after. There are so many other kitties like me who need urgent care, and United Paws can’t save them without you! If you want to help more pets get the second chance I did, please consider donating at unitedpawsrescue.com/donate. Every little bit helps save a life!

Love and purrs,
Coco ❤️

21/02/2025

2024 Was an amazing year for Paws Rescue Inc! See our recap from Petfinder below! We couldn't have done all our amazing work without all the amazing help from our supporters!

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19/02/2025

Hi friends, it’s me, Zenzi! 🐾

I’m still searching for my forever home, and I just know my perfect family is out there! Could it be you?

Since being rescued from the shelter, I’ve been learning so much and getting tons of love from my friends at United Paws Animal Rescue at my current home in Dallas, TX. They say I’m a smart, loyal, and loving German Shepherd—basically, the total package! I love going on walks, playing with my toys, and showing off my big, happy tail wags. But what I really want is a family of my own.

I dream of a home where I can go on adventures, have a cozy spot to rest, and get all the belly rubs I could ever want (seriously, they’re my favorite!). Whether it’s hiking, playing fetch, or just snuggling up at the end of the day, I’ll always be by your side. That’s what us shepherds do best—we love our people with our whole hearts! Although I get a long with other pets, I tend to be a bit too excited for most furry friends, so It might take me some time to get acclimated to new friends!

I know my perfect match is out there, but I need your help to find them! Please share my story, tell your friends, and if you think we’d be a good fit, come meet me! My forever family is out there somewhere, and I can’t wait to finally go home. Even though I'm in Dallas, TX at the moment, I love taking trips so I am excited wherever my forever family may live!

With love & tail wags,
Zenzi 🐶💕

P.S. I promise to be the best dog ever—I just need the chance to prove it!

19/02/2025

Oh hi there, hooman! My name is Almond Eyes, and I’m a 6-month-old ball of fluff and fun! I’m as cute as they come (seriously, just look at me!), and I loooove getting all the pets and attention you can spare. I’ve got a lot to say, too—if you’re willing to listen, I’ll tell you all about my day, my dreams, and maybe even my secret plans to catch that sneaky red dot.

Playtime? Oh, it’s the BEST! Give me a wand toy, a bouncy ball, or something to chase, and I’ll show you my zoomie skills. But you know what else I love? My best feline friend! I’d be happiest in a home with a buddy to play with and snuggle up next to when the day winds down.

I am currently staying with some friends in Orlando, FL but am always up for a trip to my new home!

When I’m not busy playing or chatting, you’ll probably find me by the window, watching those feathery creatures outside and plotting my next great adventure. And let’s not forget food—I never say no to a tasty meal!

So, if you’re looking for a sweet, playful, and oh-so-social kitty to fill your home with love and fun, I’m your guy! Will you be my furever hooman? 🐾💕

To check out more info on me and my other furry friends at United Paws, visit our website below!

https://unitedpawsrescue.com/current-animals

14/02/2025

Happy Valentine’s Day from the United Paws family to yours!

Pictured here is Caviar, one of our kittens we rescued recently from a busy gas station. He is about 4-5 months old and will be adoptable soon! He is definitely feeling the love today ❤️

11/02/2025

Meet Chichi! This sweet senior girl finds herself at 14 in need of a new home and a fresh start. She had the same family for 11 years, and was surrendered to the shelter when they moved. After that she was adopted by another family who recently was unable to keep her indoors due to some severe allergies in the home that developed. They had been trying to find her a home for a while with no success and had no other options, especially since in Pasco county you can’t surrender cats to the shelter. Please avoid any negative comments!

Luckily for Miss chichi, she wandered right into the garage of one of our rescue members. Her previous family agreed to surrender her to the rescue and we took her to the vet straight away for a full workup to make sure she was healthy and get her up to date on everything! For the most part she was in good health aside from a cold and some parasites she picked up from outside. Once she is all recovered from her cold, this girl will be looking for a home again.

She is one of the sweetest cats we’ve ever met and LOVES everyone she meets! Please donate if you can for Chichi, her vet bills for her CBC/Chem, thyroid, feline triple test, fecal/ear testing, and treatments was close to 400 dollars today. You can donate below or on our website at www.unitedpawsrescue.com/donate

09/02/2025

HAPPY TAILZ ALERT!

Skylar came into our local shelter at 12 years old after her owner died. She was terrified and shut down, and was going to be euthanized for her behavior. Luckily for her, a foster took a chance on her and broke her out of the shelter. With some TLC, she showed how sweet and loving she could be when given the chance.

Skylar recently found a VERY loving home where she will be the only child and never get dumped again! She has been renamed Nora now as well. Here are some photos of her in her new home- the last photo is of her in the shelter. You can see how far she’s come. Happy Tailz Nora! ❤️

08/02/2025

Miss Neela got her dental!! The poor girl had 2 fractured teeth needing to be removed that were causing her serious pain. One had mostly been snapped off already but there was a root stuck that had to be removed (that is what was causing the infection we saw). She is already feeling much better after her dental and even let us hold her while she was still feeling the good drugs.

Unfortunately we still have 320 dollars left to fundraise to pay for Neela’s dental work. Can you help so that we can keep saving cats like Neela? If you can’t help, share! You can donate via Facebook below or via our website https://unitedpawsrescue.com/donate

08/02/2025

HAPPY TAILZ ALERT!

Skittles here had a HORRIBLE start to life. She was found outside at a trailer park in rough condition. She had stomatitis, a condition where their gums get inflamed as a response to the tartar that builds up on their teeth. Hers was so severe that her mouth was so full of swollen tissue the vet had to do a biopsy to rule out cancer. Luckily, she had no cancer and the swelling eventually went down after all her teeth were removed. Losing her teeth barely affected her- she can still eat dry food even without teeth!

At only 3 years old, Skittles suffered unimaginably. She had a long road back to health, but now looking at her- you would have no idea. She is GORGEOUS! Sadly, the only remaining impact of her past was that she HATED other cats. She got beat up a lot by them outside.

Luckily for Skittles, she found a great local family willing to adopt her and give her a family of her own for the first time. They didn’t mind her needing to be the only child. The first photo is of her now in her new home, the second is when we first got her. Happy Tailz Skittles!

01/02/2025

Please keep donating and sharing!! We only have 400 more dollars left to fundraise for Neela’s dental care. ❤️

01/02/2025

Hi I am hoping that someone will be able to give me a ride halfway up to my New Daddy's House in Boston. Right now I am with my Wonderful Foster Meowmy in Orlando
My Daddy is super excited and I will have a cool big brother to play with just need a ride up.tp TN, Wednesday Night or Thursday I will find out more exact details.
I do have some money saved up in my Piggy Bank so I can help with Gas and Expenses driving me up to Tennessee. My Aunt Heather can take me the rest of the way but just need help getting to TN.
Please Let me know if you can help me get to my Furrever Family.
Love,
Sydney XOXOXOXOXO

29/01/2025

NEELA NEEDS YOUR HELP!!

Neela is a kitty we rescued from a hoarding case almost a year ago. The hoarding case had notes so horrible that we were disgusted even reading about it. Over 50 cats were buried in the backyard, and cats were in horrible condition and dead all over the house. We rescued many very sick cats from the house. Neela seemed to be healthy but terrified of being touched after what she survived. She was also scared of most other cats. With time, Neela has learned to love life, gained weight and does let us pet her some when she’s eating snacks.

Recently Neela came due for her vaccines so we got her in for a sedated exam to update those. Sadly while she was under, they realized she had some trauma to her mouth from the hoarding case that we never were able to get close enough to notice, especially since she always had a good appetite. Sadly, cats are very good at disguising their pain. 💔 She had incisors broken and fragmented and pus was coming out. We got her some antibiotics on board and scheduled her for a dental to remove her broken and infected teeth.

Between the initial sedated exam and the dental with extractions, we are looking at a ballpark of 1000 dollars all combined to get Neela in good shape. This is what Neela’s teeth look like, and this is what she looks like when she’s happy and relaxing at home. She deserves to live a pain-free life after all she’s been through. Please consider donating for Neela!! We are completely broke after our money being stolen. You can donate below, or at via PayPal on our website www.unitedpawsrescue.com/donate

20/01/2025

Hello, new friends! My name is Echo, and I’m a 1-year-old kitty with a big heart and a little purr motor that’s always ready to go. I’m told I’m quite the catch—not just because of my adorable button nose and soft fur, but also because of my sweet and gentle nature.

I wasn’t always this lucky. Not too long ago, I was in a high-kill shelter, scared and unsure of what the future held. But then, some wonderful humans rescued me just in time and gave me a chance to find my forever family. Now, I’m safe, happy, and dreaming of the day I meet my special someone (or someones!).

I love people, and I get along great with other cats, too! Playtime is one of my favorite things—give me a crinkly toy or a feathery wand, and I’m a happy girl. I also enjoy lounging in high places, especially on my cat tree, where I can watch everything going on around me. It’s my little kingdom!

But as much as I love to play, I’m also a snuggle bug. At night, I’ll happily curl up next to you or on your lap if you’ll let me. There’s nothing better than being close to my favorite humans. I don’t mind being held either, and I might even let out a soft purr while you cuddle me.

Oh, and did I mention I’m a bit of a foodie? I get very excited for meal times and treats—show me a little snack, and I’ll be your best friend forever!

If you’re looking for a sweet, loyal, and loving companion to fill your home with warmth and joy, I might just be the kitty for you. I’m currently in central Florida, waiting patiently for my forever family to come along. Could it be you?

To learn more about me, apply to be my paw-rent, donate to my friends at United Paws, or to see more friends just like me, go to www.unitedpawsrescue.com !

Paws and purrs,
Echo 🐾💖

Echo (Orlando, Florida)

19/01/2025

Hello, World! It’s Me, Skylar!!!

Hi there, I’m a 12-year-old tabby with a big heart and an even bigger dream: to find my forever family. My life changed recently when my human passed away. It was a tough time for me, but I’m so grateful that United Paws Animal Rescue stepped in to help me. Now, I’m safe and loved, but I’m still waiting for my next big adventure—a new home with people who will love me just as much as my first family did.

Let me tell you a little about myself. I’m declawed, so I need to stay indoors where I can be safe and cozy. I promise I don’t mind at all—my favorite spots are soft blankets, sunny windows, and laps where I can cuddle up and purr my heart out. I may be a little older, but that just means I’ve had lots of practice at being the perfect companion.

I’m a calm and gentle soul who loves head scratches and slow, quiet moments. But don’t let my age fool you—I still have a playful side! Show me a feather toy or a string, and I’m ready to show off my moves. Mostly, though, I dream of a peaceful home where I can be someone’s special friend.

I know senior cats like me sometimes get overlooked, but I promise I have so much love to give. My golden years are here, and I’m ready to share them with a family who will cherish me as much as I’ll cherish them.

If you’re looking for a sweet, loving, low-maintenance buddy to fill your home with warmth and companionship, I’m your girl! Could you be the one to make my dreams come true?

If my story has touched your heart, please reach out to the kind humans at United Paws Animal Rescue. They’ll help you learn everything you need to know about bringing me home. I’m here waiting patiently for the day my forever family finds me.

Go to the United Paws website to learn more about me, fill out an application, or donate to the people here at United Paws who are taking good care of me! www.unitedpawsrescue.com

Love and purrs,
Skylar 🐾



Skylar (Orlando, Florida)

14/01/2025

Hi there, humans! 🐾

Zenzi here, and I’ve got some BIG news to share—I’m FREE!

Today, I left the shelter behind, and let me tell you, I feel like a whole new dog. The nice humans at United Paws Animal Rescue saw something special in me, and now I’ve got a second chance to find my forever family.

In case you haven't met me, Let me introduce myself properly: I’m a stunning German Shepherd with a heart as big as my floppy ears. I’ve been told I’m very smart (which is totally true), and I love to learn new things. I can’t wait to show off my skills and maybe even pick up a few new tricks if you’re up for teaching me!

I’m dreaming of a home where I can run, play, and cuddle. Oh, and belly rubs—I hear they’re the best! If you’ve got a spot on your couch or in your heart, I’d love to be your loyal companion.

Until then, I’ll be here settling into my new adventure with my foster in the suburbs of Dallas,TX, wagging my tail and hoping my forever family finds me soon.

Come meet me and let’s see if we’re a perfect match!

Paws and kisses,
Zenzi 🐶

P.S. Share my story with your friends—I know my forever humans are out there somewhere!

https://unitedpawsrescue.com/

Zenzi (Dallas, TX)

31/12/2024

🚨 Urgent: Zenzi Needs Your Help! 🚨

Available for Adoption or Foster in Dallas, TX
Transport elsewhere can be arranged!

Time is running out for Zenzi, and this sweet girl desperately needs a loving home or foster family to step forward. Originally found as a stray on 11/08/2024, Zenzi has been waiting for someone to see her for the wonderful dog she is. With limited information about her past, her future now depends on you. Please help us give Zenzi the second chance she deserves—it’s urgent, and she can’t wait much longer.

🐾 Meet Zenzi: A Heart of Gold in Search of a Home 🐾

Zenzi is a stunning 6-year-old German Shepherd with soulful eyes and a gentle spirit. She was found wandering near Mansfield, TX picked up by authorities after a local animal lover found her along the highway presumably dumped by her previous owners. Without tags and with no one coming forward to claim her, she was brought into our care. Although Zenzi’s history remains a mystery, what’s clear is her potential to be an incredible companion!

She is already microchipped, and will be brought up to date on vaccinations as well as spayed. Despite the unknowns, Zenzi’s demeanor speaks volumes—she is calm, intelligent, and eager to bond with someone who will love her.

German Shepherds are renowned for their loyalty, courage, and intelligence, and Zenzi is no exception. She craves companionship and would thrive in a home that appreciates her natural instincts and need for mental and physical stimulation. Whether it’s long walks, playtime, or just relaxing by your side, Zenzi will bring so much joy to her new family.

Zenzi’s ideal home would be with someone who understands her breed and can offer her the stability and care she needs to adjust to this new chapter in her life. While she may take a little time to fully settle in, her devotion and trust will be worth every moment.

This special girl has been through so much, and now she’s at a crossroads. She needs someone to step up—whether to adopt or foster—and show her that love and kindness can change everything. Zenzi is not just a dog; she’s a soul in need of a hero.

If you can help Zenzi, please contact us immediately! Every moment counts. Even if you can’t take her in, sharing her story could save her life.

Zenzi is waiting for her miracle. Will it be you? 🐕❤️

Zenzi is an adoptable Dog - German Shepherd Dog searching for a forever family near Plano, TX. Use Petfinder to find adoptable pets in your area.