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P.A.W.S Animal Shelter is a registered charity. Our animals will ONLY be rehomed to responsible owners, who will agree to our terms on our adoption forms.

Donations gratefully accepted to BNZ 02-0628-0054805-00
Thank you for your support x

https://givealittle.co.nz/org/paws homes must be approved before adoption is complete. We reserve the right to deny an adoption if we feel it is not in the best interest for the dog or the person involved. ALL of our dogs are desexed, vaccinated, microchipped and registered BEFORE they leave us.

30/04/2026

We would like to introduce Mr Marcus 😍💙

Marcus is a Schnauzer mix and is almost 10 months old. He is crate and house trained and such an awesome little dude! Marcus loves everyone! Kid friendly, dog friendly and although he is not around cats he is young enough to learn how to behave around them.
Marcus will need regular grooming approximately 6-8 weekly.
This little guy just wants to please, he will lap up all love and affection that is offered 🥰 Loves to snuggle on the couch or run around around with his human and dog friends outside.
🔵Please understand that we get many inquiries about our dogs, we absolutely do read all messages but may not respond directly unless needing to talk with you further
🔵Please consider carefully if you have the time needed for a young dog.
🔵Adoption conditions and fees apply
🔵Located in Palmerston North

29/04/2026

Our precious wee girl has made it home, not even a week later!!! We can’t believe it, and we are just so happy and grateful, she’s best at home to continue on with her support, although spirit has suffered a traumatic brain injury you can clearly see she’s made such an improvement, from all but death she’s defied the odds and fought her fight… we can’t thank both totally vets and Massey vets for keeping her alive and giving her the best chance to continue on… Spirit has a long journey ahead of her, but if she carries on the way she is, we believe she recover well! Our little spirit ❤️❤️
Thank you to all who has wished her well, donated and sent so much support.
Our biggest thank you to her vets, honestly if it weren’t for them this would be a different post! They were all beyond amazing and showed spirit 24/7 care, not only medically but emotionally. In true spirit form she wants to proceed at full force, and isn’t very impressed at needing to be enclosed in her safe space, but in time we hope she will be back to herself. Yay how amazing is this outcome! Thank you everyone xx

28/04/2026

Advertising on behalf: please contact owner direct!

NEGATIVE COMMENTS WILL NOT BE TOLDERATED!

Due to unforeseen circumstances these beautiful cats are available for adoption…

Triplets Raj kuromi and hippo over 1 year , desexed, would preferably like to keep them together as they are siblings and they love to play and run around, they very affectionate.

Tinkerbell beautiful little black miss talks alot and loves to eat, she’s around 7 years old also desexed.

Cinderpus He's very loving and fun to play with. Talks alot too and loves to smooch he’s around 8

Please contact Casey on 021 112 2056 for more details

Please note:
PAWS Animal Shelter may advertise on behalf of others to help with the adoption of their animals. In many cases we may have not met the animal/s or people involved. Details are provided by the individual or organisation involved, and we may not have had direct involvement with the animal or situation. We are not responsible for any outcomes, arrangements, or agreements made.
Thank you

24/04/2026

To all our wonderful supporters and friends...
Today we have some heartbreaking News, Yesterday our beautiful little Paws mascott Spirit had a terrible accident which has resulted in a traumatic brain injury. She is currently in the ICU at Massey Vets,she is getting the absolute best medical care she could possibly get.
She has survived the night and is waiting for the Neurologist to examine her. She is very sick and fighting for her life. We paid $1,000 down last night to Massey but know her treatment is inevitably going to cost a few thousand dollars.
We have spent many thousands of dollars on the dogs that have come into our care recently, especially on dentals on the ex breeding dogs,it's roughly anything between $1,500 -$2,000 for each dog! We also spent $8,000 on Poppets cruciate ligament repair and Spirits eye operation which put a big hole in our finances. We are running VERY low on funds now and if there's no money for vet treatment for our beloved dogs we will be forced to close,we have been operational for 15 years this year,we were formed in 2011 and have done our absolute best for every animal that's come into our care, They all have the very best medical care and the best food for them,whatever medical issues they may have are all dealt with before they are adopted ensuring they go on to their new homes in excellent health. We also help in the community with free desexings,food,free microchipping and we have paid for emergency veterinary treatment for people who are having financial difficulties so their pets can obtain vet care. We rarely ask for financial help but we are desperately asking for your help now, not only for Spirit but for the shelter to be able to continue its work.
I ask today for your prayers for our beloved Spirit 🙏 and if you would like to make a small donation to the shelter to maintain its continuance we will be exceedingly grateful to you. We can only work with what we have and we can only do this with your help its as simple as that really, Please be assured that Spirit is getting the absolute very best care possible, both Totally Vets and Massey have been absolutely amazing, their genuine love care and dedication to help little Spirit is outstanding and we can't thank them enough.
If you think you might be able to donate a dollar or two to help us then please please do so we can carry on our work for the animals that come into our care and to be able to continue to help the animals in the community that need us.
We will keep everyone updated with Spirits progress. Thank you for your love and support, we desperately need it. Love to all our supporters ❤️
Our Bank Account details are BNZ 02 0628 0054805 00
Thank you

11/04/2026

Well that was quick! Zoe is on hold at the moment while we go through the multiple applications we've had for her!
We will update the post if anything changes. ......

Zoe is based in Palmerston North
We would like to introduce little Miss Zoe 😍
She is a 2yo Maltese and full to the brim of sweetness 💕
Zoe is a darling wee girl who is happy
in her foster home she a confident wee girl who loves a snuggle and will jump for joy for treats 😂
Zoe is house and crate trained and also good with other dogs once she has had time to get to know them.
She is also very very good with cats 😁 if you think you might be able to offer her a forever home please PM us.
Adoption criteria and fee apply.

03/04/2026

Leo has found his forever home, he's a very lucky boy who we wish all the very best,once again a Massive thank you to everyone who applied offering him a wonderful new home...

Hi everyone
A HUGE thanks to everyone who applied for darling Leo,we have someone coming to meet him tomorrow, the response to Leo's post was overwhelming and all the beautiful comments about him,we really are very touched,thank you all so very very much
Lesley xx

Hi everyone it's Leo here,I thought I would put a personal post in the hope that someone out there would offer to give me a home,I have been desexed,microchipped and vaccinated and had worm and flea treatment too...I love playing with children and I love my toys as you can see in my video. I feel sad that no one wants me or even put a comment about how gorgeous I am, but nothing. I am only 4½ months old. I am 100% clean and have never had one single accident. Please think of me if you're looking for a new family member because I'm sad no one wants me.😿 I promise to be a good boy if you think of giving me a home, I promise you won't regret it coz I'm really lovely 😻. Please PM the page if you can find it in your heart to offer me a lovely kind and loving new home. Lots of love from me Leo xx

25/03/2026

Introducing "LEO"
Tabby male kitten approximately 3.5-4 months old.
Leo was brought into us as a little stray,the lovely ladies who brought him into us said he'd turned up at their house a couple of weeks ago, Despite trying to find his owners and checking out if he was microchipped or not. Unfortunately he wasn't and no one came forward for him, we're guessing he was probably a Christmas kitten that had outgrown his tiny baby kitten cuteness and abandoned. I can say he's one of the sweetest little kittens we've come across and he is truly adorable, he purrs like a traction engine and is SUPER affectionate. He goes to the vets on Tuesday to be desexed,vaccinated and microchipped and will be available for adoption after then.
He really is so lovely and will be a wonderful addition to someone's family.
If you think this might be you please send us a message outlining what you can offer this charming little chap....
ADOPTION CONDITIONS AND FEES APPLY...

25/02/2026

Pippa has been adopted, A huge Thank you to everyone who applied for her and for all the lovely comments.
PIPPA IS ON HOLD
Introducing "Pippa" based in Palmerston North.
This darling little angel is a purebred Miniature Apricot Poodle. PIPPA is only 7 months old and is unfortunately too "busy" for a gentleman in his 80's! so he made the decision to bring her into us to find her a more suitable home. Pip adores children, is good with cats and other dogs.
She would suit an active family who can keep her busy and entertained.
She will require a reasonable amount of excercise and needs more training than she's had. Pippa will need to be groomed every 8 weeks, this needs to be taken into consideration when thinking about applying for her! This can cost around $100 per groom, give or take?
A home with "Dog savvy" children would be great or with active older people who enjoy excercise would also work. Pippa is quite "full on" as one would expect from a 7 month old Poodle and would certainly benefit from more training and good excercise as well.
If you think this little tearaway would fit into your family please send us a message telling us what you can offer this delightful little dog, leaving us your contact number.
ALL UPDATES WILL BE ADDED TO THE POST AS WE GET FAR TOO MANY APPLICATIONS TO ANSWER EACH ONE PERSONALLY BUT PLEASE BE ASSURED THAT EVERY SINGLE APPLICATION IS READ!

ADOPTION FEE AND CONDITIONS APPLY!

20/02/2026

"DAISY" located in Feilding..
Video in comments (a little update for you all.💖💖💖💖💖💖
DAISY IS ON HOLD

Introducing Daisy this dear sweet little 18 week old Collie mix.
Unfortunately her owners no longer wanted her.
Daisy loves all people including little (Dog savvy)
Children other dogs and cats,she needs to learn a little more how to respect cats but is learning fast in her foster home. She's great in her crate and she's being taught that,that's her "safe place" she's doing well with her house training and will sit when asked and waits nicely for her dinner. Obviously she's only a puppy so training is ongoing...
We are looking for an active family who is prepared to give Daisy lots of excercise that's required, a quick walk around the block is NOT enough for her! We also want someone who is at home to spend the time with her,because bored puppies especially of that breed will find their own amusement by chewing, barking and generally just not happy having to spend hours in their own company!!
If you think you might be that person/s please PM us telling us what you can offer this delightful young pup.
She would be perfect for "Obedience and or Agility "
Or someone who like to take long walks too...

Adoption fee and conditions apply...

15/02/2026

During a severe weather warning please keep Your Pets Safe, Warm & Dry During Weather Warnings
With heavy rain and strong winds forecast, please take a few simple steps to protect your animals.
For Indoor Pets
Bring all pets inside before the worst of the weather hits.
Keep them in a warm, dry area away from drafts and windows.
Provide extra bedding or blankets.
Make sure fresh water is available (power outages can affect pumps).
Keep collars and ID tags on in case they get startled and escape.
Secure doors and gates — loud winds can spook animals.
For Outdoor Animals (Farm Animals, Poultry, etc.)
Move animals to higher ground away from flood-prone paddocks.
Ensure shelters are:
Waterproof
Wind-protected
Elevated off wet ground
Add extra dry bedding (straw/shavings).
Check fencing and gates before the storm hits.
Secure loose items that could become dangerous in high winds.
Make sure feed stays dry and uncontaminated.
Small Animals & Poultry
Reinforce coops and hutches.
Block wind drafts but allow ventilation.
Elevate cages off saturated ground.
Bring small pets (rabbits, guinea pigs etc)indoors if possible.
Emergency Prep
Have pet food, medications, and water stored in case of power cuts.
Know where your nearest safe evacuation area is.
Keep carriers or leads easily accessible.
Heavy rain can cause rapid flooding and dangerous conditions very quickly. A few minutes of preparation can prevent injury, illness, or loss.
Stay safe and look after your furry (and feathered) family members because you wouldn’t want to be left alone cold and scared either ❤️

08/02/2026

MR WAFFLES HAS A WONDERFUL NEW HOME IN THE COUNTRY SIDE
THANK YOU EVERYONE FOR YOUR LOVELY COMMENTS AND MULTIPLE OFFERS OF A NEW HOME FOR HIM,THERE WERE FAR TO MANY TO REPLY INDIVIDUALLY, WE WERE ABSOLUTELY ASTOUNDED BY THE NUMEROUS OFFERS. PLEEEEEEESE BE ASSURED EVERY SINGLE APPLICATION WAS READ AND IT WAS SO VERY HARD TO PICK SOMEONE WHEN THE QUALITIES OF THE OFFERS WAS SO GOOD,SADLY WE COULD ONLY PICK ONE 😔♥️ AGAIN THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO APPLIED FOR HIM 💙

Waffles is in Palmerston North

We would like to introduce Mr Waffles 🥰
This sweet little 6 yr old boy is incredibly gentle and so eager to please. He came in to his foster home quite nervous and unsure about being inside a home, he is slowly but surely working out that home life is nice and not scary but still currently prefers to hang outside. This will be a process for him but won't take long, if he is called he comes running and happily comes inside 😁
Waffles is housetrained and crate trained, he is quiet and clean all night. Waffles is also very good with cats and lived with a sheep and horse so is used to living with other dogs and all animals which is a bonus,bless him....

This sweet boy is looking for that special someone or family that can let him take his time getting used to his new life but also giving him the encouragement and love he needs. Waffles is fine with older dog savvy children....
Waffles is having a dental on the 16th of Feb and will be ready for his new home after that 😁.
ADOPTION CONDITIONS & FEE APPLY....
Please PM us telling us a bit about yourself and what you can offer this darling little boy leaving a contact phone number Thank you 😊

Address

Manawatu
Manawatu

Telephone

+64212464220

Website

https://givealittle.co.nz/org/paws

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