Paaws RI

Paaws RI

Wakefield, RI

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PAAWS RI is a nonprofit animal rescue group and shelter founded in 2011 to aid vulnerable populations of cats and dogs throughout Southern New England and Rhode Island. The organization rehabilitates homeless animals, provides essential veterinary care, food, and vaccines, and prepares them for adoption into loving homes. Working alongside partner welfare organizations, PAAWS RI focuses on rescue, sheltering, and helping community members care for their pets.

Areas served Rhode Island (including Warwick and Wakefield) and Southern New England
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How it works

Homeless animals in need of care are rehabilitated, provided with necessary vaccines, medication, and food, and prepared for placement into adoptive homes.

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What animals does PAAWS RI help?

PAAWS RI aids vulnerable populations of both cats and dogs in need of rescue, rehabilitation, and adoption.

What care does PAAWS RI provide to rescue animals before adoption?

They rehabilitate homeless animals by administering necessary vaccines, medications, veterinary care, and sufficient nutrition to prepare them for adoption.

Does PAAWS RI still provide direct public veterinary clinic services?

Following the retirement of founder Dr. Annette Rauch after 40 years of practice, PAAWS RI no longer offers direct public medical services, continuing instead as a rescue and shelter organization.

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PAAWS RI collaborates with partner groups to provide rescue/shelter services, medical/rehab care, and assistance to Rhode Island residents struggling to care for their pets.

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