I am so happy to report that we had our best year ever!
We adopted out 797 dogs in 2017. This brings the grand total to 3,257 lives saved since we opened in April 2011.
Thanks to all of our volunteers, who make this possible. We would not have been able to do this without their hard work and dedication. So many of you put in countless hours walking dogs, cleaning, doing laundry, running our events and working at the front desk.
I also want to give special thanks to our donors. Our adoption fees cover only about half or our costs. As a private rescue, we count on donations to cover the balance of our needs. All donors have helped us save so many lives and we thank you.
We have some exciting news to start off the new year. We have an official vet room where we can examine and treat our dogs. We have also hired vet tech, Brandi Lakomek who assists Dr. Lisa Booth and provides continued care to our dogs.
These additions allow us to treat heartworm positive dogs on site, which saves us money. This enables us to save more of these dogs, who are usually the last to be pulled from the shelters since treatment is so expensive.
Please get involved and help us save more lives in 2018. Together we can accomplish so much more!
Lots of ways to help!
- Food delivered to your door! Order from Schwan’s and they will donate 20 percent of your order back to Lakeshore PAWS. Use the link below to go directly to our Schwan’s page www.schwans-cares.com/c/30285
- PIZZA! Order on-line from Papa John’s at https://www.papajohns.com and enter promo-code “lakeshorepaws” before you place your order. You will receive 40 percent off your order and Papa John’s will donate 10 percent back to Lakeshore PAWS. It’s a win for everyone.
- Remember to shop with Amazon Smile! All the same benefits of regular Amazon, but with Amazon Smile, a portion of your purchase will be donated back to a participating charity of your choice. Please go to www.smile.amazon.com today and sign up to support Lakeshore PAWS.
- Soft Touch Car Washes are still available. Stop by the adoption center and purchase a $10 wash and Soft Touch will donate $5 to Lakeshore PAWS. Great stocking stuffer!
- Lakeshore PAWS would not be what it is today without all of our wonderful volunteers. That being said, we are always looking for more!!! Not only do the dogs need attention, but we can always use help with events, fundraisers, and fostering. If you are interested, please fill out the application online and/or feel free to email me or the office today!
Making a one-time donation to Lakeshore PAWS is a great way to help us save the lives of more dogs. But setting up a recurring monthly donation helps out even more because we can grow our rescue efforts based on the anticipated funding. The following link will allow you to set up a recurring donation through PayPal with the funds drawn out of the account of your choice. Thanks from us and the dogs for considering making a recurring donation. Donate here.
January 2018 Adoptions
Take a look back on all the wonderful dogs adopted out during January 2018. Hope you enjoy it as much as we do. See the Facebook photo album here.
December 2017 Adoptions
Take a look back on all the wonderful dogs we adopted out during December 2017. Hope you enjoy it as much as we do. See the Facebook photo album here.
November 2017 Adoptions
Take a look back on all the wonderful dogs we adopted out during November 2017. Hope you enjoy it as much as we do. See the Facebook photo album here.
October 2017 Adoptions
Take a look back on all the wonderful dogs adopted out during October 2017. Hope you enjoy it as much as we do. See the Facebook photo album here.
Volunteers of the month
What would we do without these two? Amy Mores (below) and Jen Hall have become vital members of our team and contribute their time, talents and passion so selflessly on behalf of the dogs. It is no exaggeration to say we could not do all we do without them. Thanks on behalf of us and every dog that has or will find a home due to your efforts.
Hello, I am Rachel. I am a 6-month-old female Pit Bull Terrier mix. I am a very sweet and loving girl. I am also a high-energy dog, who will do best in an active home. I love to run and play with people and other friendly dogs. I am medium size at 45 pounds. Please come meet me today. I am sure we would get along great. Learn more.