Who We Are

The Progressive Animal Welfare Society PAWS of Bainbridge Island is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that has provided animal welfare services to the people and pets of Bainbridge and North Kitsap since 1975.

As the animal population rises along with our area's growth, PAWS remains committed to providing the services necessary to protect, enhance and enrich the lives of pets on Bainbridge Island and in North Kitsap.


What We Do

* Respond to pet lost and found calls
* Provide information about pet safety and behavior
* Provide education about responsible pet ownership
* Assist in pet adoptions
* Provide free and low-cost spay/neuter services for pets of low-income residents
* Provide financial assistance for veterinary care
* Assist in controlling the feral cat population by trapping, testing for disease, neutering and releasing to guardians

Active Programs

* Pet Lost and Found
* Cat Adoption
* Free and Low cost Spay/Neuter
* Emergency Veterinary Assistance
* Feral Cat Control
* Information and Referral

Community Resources at Work

Average Cost to provide financial assistance for emergency vet care for pets -- $70
Average Cost to sterilize a pet -- $90
Average Cost to treat an injured lost/found pet -- $60
Average Cost to care for a homeless cat or kitten prior to adoption -- $240
Making a Difference for Animals in our Community -- Priceless!

Successes
These are some of our successes over the past decade:

2,042 Pets spayed or neutered
3,008 Pets received veterinary assistance
2,190 Owners received financial assistance for their pets' veterinary needs
5,711 Lost and found pets reported
696 Feral cats sterilized
2,409 Cats and kittens adopted to loving new homes
29,889 Total phone calls received