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WHO TO CALL WHEN YOU HAVE A CONCERN ABOUT AN ANIMAL?
P.A.W.S. HUMANE CENTER OPERATIONS
ANIMAL CARE SERVICES AT P.A.W.S. HUMANE CENTER
ADOPTION
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WHO TO CALL WHEN YOU HAVE A CONCERN ABOUT AN ANIMAL? Who should I contact if I witness or suspect animal abuse? If the animal is a within Dearborn County Who do I call about stray or abandoned animals? If the animal is within Dearborn County Who do I call if I have a question about wildlife? Contact dispatch at Dearborn County's Sheriff Office for Indiana Conservation Officer. Toll Free 1 (800) 543-1149 or Dispatch (812) 537-3431. P.A.W.S. HUMANE CENTER OPERATIONS What is the difference between the Dearborn County Animal Control and the P.A.W.S. Humane Center?
Under the new arrangement with the county, the P.A.W.S. Humane Center will be the only animal shelter in Dearborn County, replacing the antiquated county shelter in Manchester. P.A.W.S. will assume responsibility for animal care for the county, while the county will maintain responsibility for animal control. The new center will include space for county animal control officers. How is the P.A.W.S. Humane Center funded? As owner and operator of the P.A.W.S. Humane Center, P.A.W.S. projects an annual operating budget of about $320,000. For assuming responsibilities for which the county was previously responsible, P.A.W.S. will receive $120,000 per year from Dearborn County government. This means that P.A.W.S. must additionally raise $200,000 a year ..... more than double what we previously raised each year. The new center and its expanded services will require considerably more hard work and fund-raising for P.A.W.S. As a non-profit charitable organization, P.A.W.S. relies on the generosity of its supporters, including individuals, grants, associations and corporations. What is the structure of the P.A.W.S. Humane Center? P.A.W.S. of Dearborn County, Inc. has been managed by a Board of Directors since inception. Currently, eleven members make up the Board of Directors including those with entrepreneur, accounting, management, and animal care/shelter experience. Detailed Policies and Procedures have been written and are in place for the management of the Humane Center. P.A.W.S. Humane Center employs two full-time employees (Director and Assistant Director) and initially five part-time employees. Volunteers are being trained to assist in all areas of the Center work as well. What are the basic principles of the P.A.W.S. Humane Center? The P.A.W.S. Humane Center is “open-admission,” which means that every companion animal (dog or cat) in Dearborn County in need of shelter and care is welcome. We offer the animals a refuge, regardless of whether we believe that animal is adoptable. We are dedicated to preventing animal suffering and cruelty and to providing quality care. The Center will be working closely with local veterinarians to determine appropriate medical care of sick or injured animals. It is the policy of the P.A.W.S. of Dearborn County Humane Center that animals be handled with respect and sensitivity and protected from stress, fear, discomfort, and pain. Humane treatment and care of the animals will be a top priority for the P.A.W.S. Center. Our vision statement: “Ensure that 100% of adoptable animals are given an opportunity for a forever family” will be our standard. The Center will be a positive, pleasant space where animals and people can get acquainted, and where staff/volunteers can counsel prospective adopters, enhancing the ability to match people and animals for life-long relationships. By featuring our pets on Petfinder.com, local media, and mobile adoptions, P.A.W.S. will be spreading the word that healthy, loving animals are available at the Center. Center staff will also broaden the base of approved rescue organizations that are willing to work with P.A.W.S. to successfully place animals in good homes. What animals does P.A.W.S. Humane Center accept? Currently P.A.W.S. Humane Center only accepts dogs and cat What
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ANIMAL CARE SERVICES AT P.A.W.S. HUMANE CENTER Does the P.A.W.S. Humane Center accept owner-relinquished animals? The P.A.W.S. Humane Center is “open-admission,” which means that every companion animal in Dearborn County in need of shelter and care is welcome, including owner-relinquished pets. A nominal surrender fee is charged to cover a small portion of the animal's care while at the shelter. If you're considering surrendering your pet because you feel unable to deal with a behavior problem, we encourage you to seek advice and training before making a final decision. Most behavior problems arise due to miscommunication between the owner and the pet (for example, pushing or yelling at a dog for jumping up only encourages more jumping), or when a certain need of the pet is not being met (inadequate exercise can lead to hyperactive and destructive dogs). When I adopt a dog or cat, what does the adoption fee include? P.A.W.S. Humane Center's adoption fee includes:
We sincerely wish that every animal that comes to us could be adopted to a caring, responsible home. However, humane euthanasia of animals - a practice acknowledged by most animal protection organizations as an acceptable means for alleviating or preventing suffering – will still likely be necessary. Euthanasia is not a decision we take lightly, but one we must make nonetheless. We will use our experience and protocol to evaluate an animal’s needs and balance those needs with the greater good of the animal population in our care. Reasons it may be necessary for the Humane Center to euthanize include: terminal illness or injury where there is no possibility of recovery, behavioral problems that pose a threat to other animals or humans, disease transmission, and old age where the quality of life is impaired by major loss of functions. Sadly, in some cases animals may need to be euthanized due to shelter overcrowding. Overcrowding threatens the lives of all the animals in our care due to stress, weakened immune systems and increased risk of disease transmission. This requires us to make difficult decisions about euthanasia based on health, physical, emotional and psychological suffering, and the best interests of the hundreds of animals receiving lifesaving care in our facility. These numbers can be greatly reduced with the help of the public. We ask that pet owners place identification on their animals in the form of ID tags, licenses or microchips. We also ask that all pets be spayed or neutered. The pet overpopulation crisis can be managed with this one simple procedure. For more information on the benefits of having your pet spayed or neutered, please go to our spay/neuter page. Also, please contact P.A.W.S. Humane Center to learn more about adopting an animal, or fostering pets to help provide a temporary home to animals in need. ADOPTION Why should I consider adopting? Please click here to see the five best reasons to adopt your new best friend. What are P.A.W.S. Humane Center Adoption Fees? Dogs and Puppies - $75.00 includes:
How do I apply for adoption? Just drop in the P.A.W.S. Humane Center and we can get you started. Please click here for what to expect. DONATIONS Are donations to PAWS tax deductible? Yes, as of February 2002, donations are tax deductible. What are the ways I can donate? Donations can be made in the form of Monthly Giving, Wish List, Kuranda Dog and Cat Beds, Tribute Gifts, Memorials and Planned Giving / Legacy / Bequest. Please click for complete information on P.A.W.S. Gifting Program. I can't afford a cash donation right now. What can I do to help? We always need volunteers to help with the new humane center, mobile adoptions, fund raisers, and transportation of animals. Please click for complete information on volunteering. |
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P.A.W.S. Of Dearborn County, Inc. (Partners For Animal Welfare Society Of Dearborn County, Inc.) and P.A.W.S. Of Dearborn County Humane Center 200 Charles A. Liddle Drive, Lawrenceburg, IN 47025 2011 All Rights Reserved |
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