Dear John,
Throughout this trying pandemic, the volunteers here at PAWS Chicago have been nothing short of amazing—and every single person donating their time, compassion, and energy to PAWS Chicago deserves our sincerest thanks.
Our volunteers are at the heart and soul of the PAWS Chicago mission, a fact that has only been strengthened by COVID-19. For the month of May, we chose not to nominate one Volunteer of the Month, but to nominate them all. Our volunteers have taken every change resulting from this pandemic in stride – they’ve stepped up to fill 12 new volunteer teams, adapted to volunteer virtually, and have offered boundless support for our organization.
Because of our volunteers, more animals are finding families, more foster homes are welcoming pets in need, and more lives are being saved. Thank you, volunteers!
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The Whole Kitten Caboodle
It's raining cats and… cats! So far, we’ve rescued well over 100 kittens this Kitten Season, a time of year when the weather gets warm and many mother cats give birth to their litter(s). Kittens like Tully, a neonate orphan who arrived at PAWS weighing just half a pound, are entering the world and getting ready to find homes. In other words, the population of our Lincoln Park Adoption Center’s Kitty City is booming!
If you’re thinking of adding a furry feline friend to your family, why not add two? Adopting two kittens at once can provide a positive outlet for play, help teach proper socialization, and saves two lives at once. Plus, who wouldn’t want two times the toe beans?
Adopt Now
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Beach Party in Place
This year, we’re bringing the party to you… Beach Party, that is! Like the rest of the world, we’re getting creative and finding new ways to connect with our PAWS community. In a continued effort to keep everyone as safe as possible, this year’s Beach Party event is going virtual. Join us from the comfort of home on July 23 for a free-to-join celebration to save lives, with everything from a pet swimsuit competition to celebrity hosts. So, break out your drink umbrellas and best dance moves, this is a party you won’t want to miss.
Save The Date
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Training Classes
Has your puppy chewed one too many shoes? Is your teenage pet starting to act like… well, a teenager? Or maybe your pup just needs some extra entertainment in their life. Whatever the case, we have virtual training courses that can help! With everything from Polite and Playful Puppy to Nose Work Courses, our virtual training courses can help you and your pet tackle training from the comfort from home. As Illinois begins to open back up and expand crowd sizes, please keep an eye on our website or social media channels for important information about in-person classes!
Sign Up Now
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Thank You, Copper Dog!
On May 14th, Copper Dog Scotch Whisky and The Dogist teamed up to host Thank Your Dog Day—raising a glass to all our canine coworkers and rascally roommates who have been more than our pets these past few weeks. For every photo shared of pets from home with #athomewiththedog and #copperdogdonation, they donated $1 and split proceeds equally between three charitable partners, including PAWS Chicago. By the end of the day, $30K was donated to PAWS! Thank you, Copper Dog!
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Mark Your Calendars
Dress up your desktop and make every day “Bring Your Pet to Work Day.” Our 2021 desktop calendars are now on sale! Order your own and wake up to a new cat or dog every day—or reserve a spot as Pet of the Day, Week or Month and give your beloved pet their moment to shine.
Reserve Space Now
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18 Years of 4-Star Ratings
For 18 consecutive years, we’ve been awarded Charity Navigator’s highest 4-star rating.That’s 72 stars for our accountability, transparency, and financial health from the nation’s largest and most utilized charity evaluator! Less than 1% of charities evaluated by Charity Navigator have ever received a 4-star rating 15 years in a row.
Learn More
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This One's For All The Dog (And Cat) Dads
It’s almost time to break out your dad jokes, Father’s Day is right around the corner! We want to take a moment to recognize all the fathers and father figures for everything they do. Whether you’re a human dad or pet parent, we’re saying thanks!
Still looking for the perfect e-gift? Consider making a donation in his honor! Just add a note at checkout to let us know you’re giving on behalf of your dad.
Donate Now
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Upcoming VIRTUAL Events
- Virtual Wine Tasting on June 23rd at 6-7pm
Hosted by the PAWS Chicago Professional Board. Recommended donation is $5. Join host Mike Heberlein as we taste and learn about Italian white wines—perfect for summer!
Tickets are available HERE.
- PAWS Chicago Bingo Night on June 25th at 6pm
We will play three rounds and winners will receive PAWS Chicago swag such as hats, visors, sunglasses, duffel bags and more! Required donation is $5 per Bingo card. Virtual Bingo Cards can be purchased HERE.
- Paradise 4 Paws Rescue Dog Welcome Week. For $50, new dogs will have access to a week of
daycare, up to 7 days from the first visit, and Paradise 4 Paws will be donating 50% of the proceeds back to the rescue or shelter their dog was adopted from! Full details of the program can be found HERE.
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Xantera’s 18th Birthday
She might be older, wiser, and a little grayer but at almost 18 years old, Xantera has a new lease on life after finding a family with her bonded pal and younger friend, Enrique. After 617 days at PAWS Chicago, Xantera’s finally home.
Read Xantera's Story
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