Helping some of the most unique pets at PAWS Chicago thrive
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Dear John,
When CM Punk and his wife, AJ, saw a picture of their pup Larry’s crooked underbite, it was love at first sight. As if Larry's unusual smile and big bat ears didn't make it evident enough, the former WWE champion, professional wrestler, commentator and actor saw Larry as he saw himself: a bit of an outsider.
As we get closer to a No Kill Chicago, we're saving an increasing number of unique pets like Larry – pups facing the long odds of an Underdog. They may prefer the company of an older crowd or want to be the only pet in a home. Maybe they're looking for a person experienced in loving them. They're misunderstood, unconventional and a bit more work, but when they find the perfect family, they become Wonderdogs. Sure these pups need some extra help to find their people, but that's why we're here.
Through our From Underdog to Wonderdog program, we're shining a light on the overlooked dogs at PAWS, proving just how incredible they can be, and offering extra support for their adopters through our new Wonderdog Hero's Club.
Just look at Larry – he was a challenging pup looking for a specific family but, through the right home with CM Punk and six years of love, Larry’s lived up to his full potential and then some. “He really is just overall the perfect fit for our house,” said CM Punk.
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** On the Road to 350 Kitten Adoptions
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Thanks to your help, over 120 kittens have been adopted during our summer kitten season challenge! It’s an incredible start to our goal of finding homes for 350 kittens by the end of September. Thinking of adding a feline friend to your family? Consider two instead. Adopting kittens together means they’ll grow into happier, healthier adult cats. Plus, who doesn’t want to hear 2x the purrs?
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** Register for the PAWS Chicago 5K
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Get ready for the PAWS Walk/Run and Party of the year. It's our first major in-person event in . . . forever, so let's make it a big, fun, life-saving 5K to remember!
Saturday, September 18, 2021
7:30 - 11:00am
Montrose Harbor - Grove 16
Enjoy family and friends in-person, breathe crisp fall air, surround yourself with hundreds of dogs, and raise life-saving funds.
Sign up today so you and your pet can join the party on September 18 at Montrose Park for Chicago’s largest dog-friendly charity event. Early bird pricing ends on July 31.
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** Fostering Ringworm-Positive Pets
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Ringworm – it’s contagious, it’s common, and it has quite the nasty reputation. But what if we told you fostering ringworm-positive pets isn’t as scary as it sounds? For starters, ringworm's not even a parasite at all! And that's not the only myth about this notorious infection.
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** Keep Your Pet Safe this Summer
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Chicago summer is in full swing! You know what that means: heat waves and humidity. If your pet’s tagging along on your summer adventures, check out these important tips to keeping them safe in the hot weather. And, as always, never leave your pet alone in a hot car.
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** Putting the “Community” in Community Outreach
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Community is crucial to our No Kill work. Our crew of animal lovers is the driving force that allows us to continue saving lives. Since 2016, South Side resident and PAWS Community Outreach partner, Gloria Capler, has exemplified what it means to be an advocate for the pets in her community. From hosting the GusMobile to driving her neighbors' pets to our Englewood Outreach Center, she's a force of so much good.
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** Preventing Puppy Potty Accidents (and More)
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Calling all new puppy parents: are you looking for a way to stop the potty accidents and never-ending nibbling? Take our Polite and Playful Puppy class, aimed at resolving the most common puppy “problems!” After all, puppies want to learn and are happiest when they know what you expect. Sign up for the four once-a-week classes, available in-person or online.
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** Reserve a Spot in Our Desktop Calendar
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Know what your coffee table could use more of? Pictures of your pet! When you purchase a Pet of the Day, Week or Month spot in our 2022 Calendar, you'll be saving the lives of homeless animals, all while making sure your coffee table decor's cuter than ever. Donate to reserve your pet’s feature.
New This Year—Viral Sensations
Reserve before July 31
Now for the first time ever PAWS Pets of the Week will be featured on Facebook and Instagram, as well as on PAWSChicago.org. That's right, your pet can be admired millions of times by our social media and digital followers. Imagine, your sweet pet being cheered the world over. Yeah, they do deserve that, don't they? Must reserve your space before July 31.
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** Tallulah, the Picnic Crasher
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Meet Tallulah. When her former person could no longer care for Tallulah, she brought the feline to Douglass Park in her carrier and scoped out an animal lover picnicking nearby. As if by fate, Alex King, a member of our Intake Team, saw the interaction and stepped in to take Tallulah home. Now, she’s in a loving PAWS foster home and ready to find her family!
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