Every Animal Deserves a Home

PAWS Animal Rescue is committed to protecting and improving the quality of life of abandoned and lost animals in Pierre and Fort Pierre, South Dakota.

Making a Difference

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How You Can Help

There are many ways to make a difference in the life of a rescue pet.

Adopt

Open your heart and home to a rescue pet. Our adoption process is simple, and we will help you find the perfect match for your family.

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Foster

Provide a temporary safe haven for a pet in need. Fostering saves lives and helps pets prepare for their forever homes.

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Donate

Your generous donations help cover veterinary care, food, and supplies for our rescue pets. Every dollar makes a difference.

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Volunteer

Share your time to help pets in need. Volunteers support adoption events, transport, socialization, and shelter care.

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Moe is a 1 year old male tabby cat.

Initially hiding, I never thought I'd get him out...however as I was playing with the other cats, he came shooting over to get some pets of his own! He has a quiet purr and rea…

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Tank is a 4 year old male pitbull mix.

He is a very petite guy, more of a pocket pitbull than standard size. But his joy and exuberance are full-sized attributes for sure! We are located in Pierre, SD. You can mee…

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Icarus is a 1 year old male tabby cat.

He has fun splashes of color and piercing, watchful eyes. He is playful and exuberant at the shelter and loves to run from room to room and hop from perch to perch. We are loc…

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Meet Ned & Varuna!

Siblings, 4 year old poodles that came in through the pound. They are both large sized dogs. Very active and energetic! Also both are very sweet & friendly. We believe they ha…