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** What’s new at PAWS
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As winter settles in, countless dogs and cats are still searching for warmth, safety, and the simple comfort of a soft place to rest. Many wander the streets or wait behind bars of overcrowded municipal shelters, longing for someone to give them a chance.
But there is hope. PAWS Chicago’s 360@CACC program is saving lives in dramatic, measurable ways. See how supporters like you are making the difference between life and loss — and how you can help right now.
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Exciting news: Every gift you make right now will be matched—dollar for dollar—up to $45,000 through the You Give, They Live Match! That means twice the medicine, twice the surgeries, twice the second chances.
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** You saved Gigi
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A wandering bulldog in need followed her instincts—and our caregivers—straight to safety. Her transformation is one you won’t want to miss.
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** I went home!
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After nearly two years in our care, Carissa—a sensitive, overlooked 7-year-old cat—finally found the family who saw her for who she truly is. And the moment she got home, she blossomed. Read how patience, compassion, and the perfect match changed everything for her.
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** Volunteer Spotlight
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“I’ve never known a life without animals in it, and I couldn’t imagine it any other way. PAWS’s commitment to helping animals not only helps the animals, but it makes the world a better place to live.”
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** See you there!
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New Year, New Friend
Keep the holiday spirit going and visit our Lincoln Park Adoption Center on December 26 - December 31, and take advantage of waived adoption fees on select animals. Ring in the new year by giving a pet a new home!
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** Vote for PAWS in Best of Chicago
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PAWS Chicago has been nominated in two categories for the Chicago Reader’s Best of Chicago ([link removed]) poll – Best Charity and Best Pet Adoption or Animal Shelter!
You can help us win by voting!
Please take a moment to vote for PAWS Chicago by clicking on the links below. You will be asked to register with an email address, and you can only vote once per category.
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Achievements like these encourage the public to adopt, foster, volunteer, and bring attention to our mission to save homeless pets. Voting ends Wednesday, December 31 – take advantage of this free and easy way to help homeless pets!
** PAWS in the news
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Our Annual Holiday Adopt-A-Thon was a huge success — 128 dogs and cats found loving homes in 3 days! ABC7 highlighted the event in a feature story, shining a light on the ongoing animal welfare crisis facing shelters across Chicago. Take a look at the coverage and see the impact in action.
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