P.A.W.S. is a North Carolina 501(3)(c) non-profit organization striving to provide a better life for local animals. While our primary mission is to assist with the cost of spaying and neutering in order to help reduce the number of animals euthanized in shelters, we are also dedicated to “Helping the Helpless”. We educate the community about humane and responsible pet ownership and help needy pets by providing dog and cat food from our Pet Pantry. Our New Leash on Life program through the Pamlico Correctional Institution is 10 years old this year (2022) and has found homes for over 286 shelter dogs. P.A.W.S. relies solely on our fundraising activities and your generous, tax-deductible co...