Menu
Log in
Forgot password
Log in
Forgot password


PROMOTING ANIMAL WELFARE IN WAYNE COUNTY

YOUR SUPPORT MAKES A DIFFERENCE

Our Mission & Values

  • Wayne County PAWS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, charitable organization, whose core mission is to provide support to the Wayne County Dog Shelter and Adoption Center. 

  • PAWS assists in providing the highest level of care both physically and mentally to dogs in Wayne County, works to reduce the stray dog population through spay and neuter initiatives, and provides educational and training opportunities to the staff and public alike.

Read more



Upcoming events & Fundraiser

  • June Yappy Hour
    06/09/2023 5:00 PM
    Troutman Vineyards 4243 South Columbus Road Wooster, OH 44691
  • 3rd Annual PAWS Crawl
    06/24/2023 3:00 PM
    Downtown Wooster Pavilion
  • July Yappy Hour
    07/14/2023 5:00 PM
    Troutman Vineyards 4243 South Columbus Road Wooster, OH 44691
  • August Yappy Hour
    08/11/2023 5:00 PM
    Troutman Vineyards 4243 South Columbus Road Wooster, OH 44691

Get Involved with PAWS!

We have multiple ways for individuals to get involved!

1. Become a Board Member

2. Become A PAWS Committee Member

2. Become a PAWS Volunteer

Click HERE to learn more! 



Thank You To Our PAWS Dog Pack Sponsors!

Join our email list to stay up to date on events, fundraisers, and PAWS news! 

Subscribe Now!

2022 - 2023 Goals

Our 2022 - 2023 goals include: 

  • Implementation of a sustainable Spay and Neuter Program

  • Implementation of a Heartworm and Flea & Trick Prevention Program

  • Purchasing an Adoption Trailer

Donation Goal

Goal: $120,000.00
Collected: $13,388.00
11%

To help us reach our goals please consider giving a donation, volunteering your time or skillset, or attending an event! 

What Does This Funding Do?

In 2021 - Our accomplishments included raising funding for and installation of...

Installed acoustic panels for kennels to reduce noise and replaced shelter intake kennels.


Increased vaccine program and scheduled the Fence & Play Yard project.


Beautification, maintenance, and landscaping of the play yards.


Contact Info

Address: 5694 Burbank Road,
Wooster, Ohio 44691
FED ID#: 84-4434213
Email: paws4wcds@gmail.com
Powered by Wild Apricot Membership Software