Every Paw Deserves a Second Chance

Helping Burlington’s Adoption Center save lives and find homes for pets.

What began as a fight against euthanasia has become a story of compassion and community, thanks to dedicated foster families, volunteers, and supporters like you.

See Adoptable Pets Donate to PAWS

Animals Currently Available for Adoption

Help a pet at Burlington Animal Services find a forever home.

Meet the Shelter Pets

 

PAWS Red Stocking Fund

2026 Campaingn Fund

Help homeless animals and pets in need in Alamance County.

Pet Tribute Walk at the Burlington Arboretum

Thank you for supporting the Pet Tribute Walk.

Ways to Support PAWS

Partner of PAWS

Become a partner with a monthly gift.

Support PAWS

Support PAWS with a one-time donation.

Friends of PAWS

Thank you to our annual donors. Your membership directly helps homeless animals.

PAWS Happy Endings

Cooper’s Story

Cooper before adoption

Cooper was found with a broken leg. An effort was made to save his leg, but he had no feeling in his paw and the leg had to be amputated.

Cooper’s new owner says he’s the happiest cat she’s ever had. He’s healthy, active, and living with his forever family.