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Dear John,
The five-year project to transform our Medical Center into the nation's premier homeless pet hospital is nearing completion and this grass-roots effort truly is an achievement every animal lover can celebrate. We’re so much closer to attaining a No Kill Chicago!
By developing our existing medical center in Little Village, we’re creating a 30,000 square foot, state-of-the art facility where we can save more critically ill and injured pets. Pets like Onyx. (You can see her gentle spirit shine through in the photo above.)
Just weeks ago, Onyx was found under a porch in Houston, Texas with her four puppies. Whether motivated by a mother's love or by her sheer desire to live, Onyx did the unthinkable. And they survived. Read her story.
With our new best-in-class medical facility, thousands of animals like Onyx can be saved. We're so excited to have you see it and join in this important work.
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Wanna Go for a Walk? PAWS Virtual 5K Is Here!
This October, hundreds of pups and their people will still be running “together” to make the world a better place for homeless animals in the PAWS Chicago Virtual 5K on Saturday, October 31. But time is running out to join them—Advance Registration ends soon. So, stick your dog in that adorable pumpkin costume and say those five magic words – “Wanna go for a walk?” – because our virtual 5K is almost here!
Need a reason to join a Virtual 5K?
5. You get a T-shirt (and you can just pretend you ran)
4. You've been sitting on that couch since March
3. Yep, there's a Halloween pet costume contest
2. The more you fundraise, the better the prizes
1. You help save animals' lives
Register Now
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PAWS Rescues 25 Homeless Animals from Hurricane Laura
PAWS stepped up to save 10 dogs and 15 cats from Hurricane Laura, a severe Category 4 storm that struck the Texas/Louisiana Gulf Coast recently, displacing humans and animals from their homes and leaving the entire area in need of assistance. The animals were transferred to our care from shelters impacted by the storm, freeing them to save the influx of local animals displaced by the hurricane.
Read The Story
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ADOPTERS WANTED: Cats & Kittens
Do you have space in your home and your heart for a new friend? PAWS has a large number of cats and kittens right now, so it’s a great time to find the perfect one for you! If you’ve been considering letting love in, now is the time.
Find Your Love
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Help Bring Luna Home
A sweet PAWS alumna named Luna was the victim of a carjacking recently, and we are desperate to find her. Two generous PAWS supporters have offered a $5,000 reward for her safe return. If you've seen Luna or her carrier, or have any information, please call 630-995-2009.
Help Find Luna
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Family Volunteering is Back!
Pssst, calling all parents—we have a way to safely entertain your kiddos and do some good. We’re officially reopening Family Service Orientation at our Medical Center (the program remains temporarily closed at our Adoption Centers) and we can’t wait to begin virtual training for new volunteer families to support homeless pets! It’s a great way to earn school community service hours or foster a love of service (and animals!) in your kids. Open to children ages 12 - 17.
Learn More
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Upcoming VIRTUAL Events
- SAVE HOMELESS PETS with Jewel-Osco and Truly Hard Seltzer!
For every Truly Hard Seltzer 12-pack purchased at any Chicagoland Jewel-Osco between now and September 30, Truly Hard Seltzer will donate $0.25 to PAWS Chicago, with a total of up to $20,000!
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**FALL READING ALERT** Walks with Sam by David W. Berner
Chicago author David W. Berner has released his newest book Walks with Sam: A Man, A Dog and A Seasoning of Awakenings and will donate 50% of all book revenue for the rest of 2020 to PAWS Chicago! To order a copy, CLICK HERE and follow the prompts!
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Kendra Scott 20% PAWS Chicago Benefit
Kendra Scott is giving 20% of all sales to PAWS Chicago from Saturday, September 26 through Monday, September 28! On that Saturday, Kendra Scott locations at 3426 Southport, 900 Michigan Ave, and the Oakbrook Center in Oakbrook will honor the 20% giveback on all sales. Or use the promo code GIVEBACK9190 at Kendra Scott anytime between September 26 - September 28.
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From Forgotten to Family Member
Duncan was almost euthanized before arriving at PAWS Chicago. As a dog with special needs and some uncertainty about the world, she faced an uphill battle. But she didn't give up, and neither did PAWS.
Read More
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