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PERFORMING ANIMAL WELFARE SOCIETY
Rescue. Advocacy. Sanctuary. For Life.
Since 1984
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PAWS is one of the few sanctuaries in the U.S. that rescues and cares for bears – while also working to end their exploitation in roadside zoos, pseudo-sanctuaries, traveling shows, cruel cub petting operations, and the exotic pet trade.
Caring for bears in captivity is challenging. These highly intelligent and active animals naturally roam territories spanning 50 square miles or more, foraging, exploring, caring for young, and seeking out mates.
At PAWS, we strive to give our three bears a more natural life, with spacious habitats filled with shady oak trees and native grasses. Caregivers scatter nutritious foods to encourage natural foraging behaviors, keeping both body and mind engaged.
Meet the remarkable bears who call PAWS home:
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Dally
Our newest bear resident, black bear Dally arrived in March after being seized by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife from a so-called “rescue” facility under investigation for serious animal welfare violations.
Born in the wild in California, she was taken from her natural home as a youngster and spent most of her life confined to a cage.
Now, for the first time in her captive life, Dally roams a spacious habitat. This quiet bear, with her soulful eyes, has quickly captured our hearts.
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Mack
Mack, a black bear who came to PAWS in 2016, was born in the wild. He was orphaned as a cub and found missing part of his right hind leg (possibly a birth defect). Wildlife authorities captured the young bear, who was too habituated to humans to be a candidate for rehabilitation and release. Mack was given a permanent home at PAWS.
Despite his missing leg, Mack is an energetic and agile bear who climbs, plays, and loves to splash in his pool. His resilience is an inspiration to all of us.
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Ben
This month marks 13 years since Ben was rescued from a barren roadside zoo cage in North Carolina. Deprived of all that is natural to a bear, he had paced endlessly and would bite the chain-link fence out of frustration and boredom.
Thanks to a legal victory led by local advocates and attorneys, Ben was freed and flown to California courtesy of Federal Express on a plane dubbed “Bear Force One.”
Today, Ben has the choice to roam, swim, or rest in comfort.
At PAWS, Dally, Mack, and Ben represent the hope and recovery that true sanctuary makes possible. We are proud to provide them with safety, respect, and plenty of TLC.
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We’re excited to share that the PAWS website has a brand-new look! The updated site makes it easier than ever to get to know the animals you help support, explore our advocacy work, and discover ways you can make a difference for captive wild animals.
Take a moment to visit www.pawsweb.org.
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Did you know that you can help the animals at
PAWS with just a few clicks?
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Our Amazon Wish List includes items we use every day at the sanctuary, such as health supplements, food, batteries, and other essentials.
By purchasing directly from the list, you support PAWS and help give the animals the best care possible.
Click here to see needed items and make your purchase!
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Thank You to Our August Amazon Wish List Donors:
Karen Bader: two bags of Sunflower Seeds, 5lbs; one Virtually Indestructible red toy ball; one purple Jolly Egg toy. Nancy Gordon:
two Virtually Indestructible plastic toy balls. Sandra K. Ross: two Virtually Indestructible plastic toy balls. Tina Paoli: one bag of Pineapple, 1lb; two bags of Pecans, 2lbs; one bag of Pumpkin Seeds, 5lbs; one bag of Walnuts, 4lbs; one bag of Cashews, 5lbs. Linda Starr: two bags of Cashews, 5lbs; one bag of Pecans, 2lbs. Martha Peurifoy: one bag of Macadamia Nuts, 2lbs; two bags of Cranberries, 2lbs. Paula Long: one bag of Coconut, 1lb; one bag of Hazelnuts, 1lb. Jane G. Droogsma: four gallons of Sore-No-More Liniment; four bags of Apricots, 1lb; three bags of Papaya, 1lb; four purple Jolly Eggs toys. Toni G. Cappadona: one bag of Pine Nuts, 1lb; one bag of Pecans, 5lbs; one bag of Cranberries, 1lb; one bag of Blueberries, 1lb; two boxes of Oranges, 35lbs. Don & Betty Manning: one bag of Cashews, 5lbs; two bags of Papaya, 1lb; one Rechargeable Battery Pack; one set of Midland GMRS radios. Debbie Pilafas: one bag of Coconut, 1lb; one bag of Apples, 1lb. Teri Ducay: four bags of Pitted Prunes, 2lbs. Carol Gage: Auction gift items – art piece and 24 carat gold trimmed serving set by Lynn Chase titled “Jaguar Jungle”. Lynn Bruser: two bags of Sunflower Seeds, 5lbs. Stafford Medical: Vaporizer calibration check. Nelson Hay: Hay delivery service. Anonymous: one bag of Kiwi, 1lb; one bag of Pineapple, 1lb; one bag of Blueberries, 1lb; one bag of Cranberries, 1lb; one gallon of Sore-No-More Liniment; two bags of Cherries, 1lb; one bag of Hazelnuts, 1lb; one set Midland Radios.
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RESCUED TIGER FALCOR
PAWS provides lifetime care to the tigers, bears, elephants, and other animals who call our sanctuary home. Your kind support provides expert daily care, necessary veterinary treatments, and specialized nutritional support, all tailored to the individual needs of each animal. Your gifts make this excellent care possible.
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Donate. Although we work closely with regulatory agencies on animal rescues, PAWS receives no government funding and must rely on your donations to continue our work. When you make a contribution for the wild animals at PAWS, it is unlike any other. How many people can say they’ve gifted elephants with spacious rolling hills and a more natural life, or made a present of a lush, tree-filled habitat for a tiger? Or given a bear a new chance at life? And you ensure we are prepared for the next wild animal in dire need of rescue. Three ways to give and every donation matters.
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PAWS is proud of its 4-star rating with Charity Navigator - the highest rating possible. We are part of an elite group of charities with an "exceptional" designation (at least four consecutive years of 4-star ratings), meaning that your gift will have the greatest impact possible. CharityWatch gives PAWS an "A" rating.
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Give to one of PAWS' ongoing MightyCause campaigns: Our "Dollars for Dirt" or "Give BIG for PAWS' Elephants" fundraisers for the elephants, like Prince (pictured), or our "Help Captive Tigers" fundraiser to benefit the rescued tigers living at our ARK 2000 sanctuary.
Adopt A PAWS Animal. If you would like to help our animals, one of the best ways is to become an "adoptive parent," or give a PAWS adoption as a gift to an animal lover in your life. PAWS adoptions are symbolic adoptions only. No animal will be sent! Learn more
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PAWS Amazon Wish List. We have chosen specific items that are needed at the sanctuary, which you can purchase directly from Amazon. Many items are ongoing. The list is always current! View here.
EBAY Giving Works. Visit PAWS eBay page to view our current listings and to bid. List your items on EBAY and choose PAWS as your charity. Donate a percentage of each sale to the animals. Visit our EBAY charity listing page here. Start selling or buying!
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Shop online through IGive and raise money for PAWS! Up to 26% of your purchase - at more than 1,600 retailers - can be donated to PAWS. Learn more
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