Spring 2020
Welcome to our PAWS Newsletter
Welcome to Animal Writes , the official newsletter of PAWS. It has been quite some time since we’ve had a newsletter and many of you are new readers who may enjoy a bit of history in addition to the latest news and tips from our PAWS team.
PAWS Then & Now
For those of you who are new to PAWS, this article features an introduction to Esther Nowell, founder of PAWS, and how we have grown in the years since 1982. Read about how PAWS began, including Esther's tenacious and relentless pursuit of animal rights. Click here to read more!
Annual Mediumship Raises $$ for PAWS Felines
Thanks to the generosity of With Love and Gratitude and all the participants, the 8th Annual Group Mediumship event raised $2,200 in donations to help our local animals in need!

For more photos and the full story, click here.
A Double Dose of Kittens
Here is a great example of the teamwork it takes sometimes to rescue our community kitties.

Click Here to read the story about Orchard and her extended family and how our team of PAWS volunteers coordinated to rescue this elusive mom and her kittens.
Living with Wildlife
It's spring and most of us are noticing an increase in wildlife in our yards. Most of these little animals are just peacefully living their lives and doing what they are put on earth to do. Some of the most common animals we see are rabbits, opossums and skunks. 

Click Here to read this article and find more information and links to resources for dealing with backyard and garden pests.
Show off your Pet Photos and Win!
You've been home for many weeks now and have been enjoying special time with your best friend. Perhaps you even added a new pet to your family. We would love to see them!

So PAWS is having a Pet Photo Contest. All pets are welcome! Cats, dogs, canaries, turtles, even barnyard animals can participate. Watch our website and Facebook for more information in the coming week.
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