PAWS Shelter of Central Texas

PAWS Shelter of Central Texas Founded in 1986, our Hays County Animal Shelter proudly serves the communities of Central Texas. Come meet your new best friend today!
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Dripping Springs Campus – 2965 FM 165, Dripping Springs, TX 78620 PAWS is relentless in our effort to save lives and change lives. Our efforts in that regard include:

•Holding offsite adoptions to get the animals out into the community.
•Fully vaccinating and microchipping our animals so that they can begin their long, happy lives with their new owners, “fully equipped!”.
•Visiting local communit

y groups and schools to educate our community on responsible pet ownership.
•Making sure that every animal in our care gets the medical attention it needs.
•Pioneering the Pets in Prison Program (also known as the Cell Dog Program) to help those dogs who have behavior issues that might hinder them in finding a loving family.
•Implementing a Behavior Testing Program which temperament tests all those in our care before they are adopted into the community, allowing for better placement of pets into a new home environment that is best for all.
•Spaying or neutering all our animals to further our commitment to be part of the solution in our communities’ pet overpopulation problem.

Handsome 6 year old Dexter is looking for his forever home 😍Dexter is a silly, sweet, simple boy who is just looking for...
09/05/2026

Handsome 6 year old Dexter is looking for his forever home 😍

Dexter is a silly, sweet, simple boy who is just looking for the good things in life: lovings, playtime, and a person to call his own! He’s easygoing, gentle, and loves interacting with people. Whether he’s getting some attention from his favorite humans or enjoying a little playtime, Dexter is happiest when he’s included.

He’s also a pretty easy guy to live with! Dexter is crate trained and walks nicely on a leash, making him a great companion for adventures big and small.

Dexter is a friendly guy with a big heart, but he’s also pretty clear about his preferences when it comes to canine friends. He doesn’t seem interested in hanging out with other dogs, so he’d be happiest as your one-and-only pup.

If you’re looking for a gentle, goofy companion who will happily soak up your attention, enjoy a walk with you, and keep life simple, Dexter might just be your perfect match.

Tomorrow (September 5), we will be having a name-your-price adoption event …  ASPCA is generously covering our adoption ...
09/05/2026

Tomorrow (September 5), we will be having a name-your-price adoption event … ASPCA is generously covering our adoption fees - meaning you can adopt an animal for any price starting at $0!

Fill out an app tonight and schedule a meet and greet for tomorrow:

www.pawsshelter.org

2965 RM-165
Dripping Springs, TX 78620

This Saturday (September 5), we will be having a name-your-price adoption event … ASPCA is generously covering our adoption fees - meaning you can adopt an animal for any price starting at $0!

2965 RM-165
Dripping Springs, TX 78620

Join us and ASPCA in highlighting the positive impact that adopting and fostering has on shelter animals. By taking home one animal, you save many lives. It’s a ripple: when we help one, we help many. That’s 💙

If you’ve had your eye on a special dog or cat, you can apply on our website and schedule a meet and greet with our adoption counselors:

www.pawsshelter.org

When we first pulled Euro from the San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter, we knew he was a big goofy guy. That’s why we fel...
09/04/2026

When we first pulled Euro from the San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter, we knew he was a big goofy guy. That’s why we fell in love with him. We also knew that big dogs like him tend to get overlooked in shelters so we wanted to be his second chance.

As expected, Euro started to get overlooked at PAWS due to his size and energy level. But our staff loved him so much and remained committed to doing everything to help channel this. And thanks to our amazing donors who stepped up, Euro was able to attend a two week board and train at the Canine Center ATX. There, he not only learned basic commands and manners, but how to relax in public settings.

Well, after 395 days, we are happy to announce that Euro has been adopted! Good job buddy! Now go enjoy your happily ever after! 🥹❤️🎉

This Saturday (September 5), we will be having a name-your-price adoption event …  ASPCA is generously covering our adop...
09/03/2026

This Saturday (September 5), we will be having a name-your-price adoption event … ASPCA is generously covering our adoption fees - meaning you can adopt an animal for any price starting at $0!

2965 RM-165
Dripping Springs, TX 78620

Join us and ASPCA in highlighting the positive impact that adopting and fostering has on shelter animals. By taking home one animal, you save many lives. It’s a ripple: when we help one, we help many. That’s 💙

If you’ve had your eye on a special dog or cat, you can apply on our website and schedule a meet and greet with our adoption counselors:

www.pawsshelter.org

Charlotte has been waiting for 270 days ❤️‍🩹 Can we find her people? 3 year old Charlotte is a loving, sweet, and affect...
09/03/2026

Charlotte has been waiting for 270 days ❤️‍🩹 Can we find her people?

3 year old Charlotte is a loving, sweet, and affectionate girl with a wonderful balance of energy and relaxation. She is so so affectionate and creates deep bonds with the people she interacts with. She enjoys staying active and getting out for walks, but she’s just as happy settling into her bed with a Kong and entertaining herself. Charlotte knows how to enjoy the best of both worlds.

She walks beautifully on her harness and loves spending time with her people. Charlotte has shown that she can be selective with canine companions and would likely prefer a home without other dogs. That said, with the right fit and thoughtful introductions, she may enjoy having a compatible dog friend to play with.

If you’re looking for an affectionate companion who can be your adventure buddy and your cozy-at-home partner, Charlotte could be a great match for you.

Two missing dogs - courtesy post! Please see below and contact owner directly if you see these two 🙏White male pyrenees ...
09/02/2026

Two missing dogs - courtesy post! Please see below and contact owner directly if you see these two 🙏

White male pyrenees “Buddy”
Tan female Pyrenees mix “Sunni”
Missing from Lost Oak Trail in Henly.

If spotted please contact:

Krystal
830-385-5035

If you missed our last low-cost spay and neuter day with Emancipet Veterinary Clinics , don’t worry! We’re having anothe...
09/02/2026

If you missed our last low-cost spay and neuter day with Emancipet Veterinary Clinics , don’t worry! We’re having another one on September 23rd. See flyers for all details and how to reserve a spot 💙

Diego Jr is only 2 years old, and he’s spent half of his life in shelters. Let’s change that for him.Someone come adopt ...
09/01/2026

Diego Jr is only 2 years old, and he’s spent half of his life in shelters. Let’s change that for him.

Someone come adopt sweet, FUN, dog-friendly Diego Jr! 🤍🤎

Diego Jr. is a sweet, curious boy with a playful spark and a heart full of love. He enjoys fetch, toys, and nice walks where he can explore the world at his own pace. Diego has experience living with other dogs and has good interactions with his canine friends. He’s crate trained, and would love a home where he can be part of the daily routine. He may be a little shy at first and can be nervous with loud noises or being left alone, but with patience and reassurance, his affectionate and active personality really shines.

Diego Jr. has a condition called Masticatory Myositis (Eosinophilic Myositis), which is a condition that affects the muscles used for chewing. In simple terms, his body mistakenly targeted those jaw muscles, causing some muscle loss, which is why his head looks a little more sunken in than other dogs. The good news is that he’s being monitored and is on a treatment plan and doing well with medication and routine follow-up care! It’s not contagious and doesn’t affect his loving personality. Diego just needs some extra consistency with his medical care and safe chew enrichment to help keep those jaw muscles active. What he truly needs most is a committed home ready to give him the love and comfort he deserves!

Happy Monday! Last week, 12 PAWS pets found loving homes! 🙌🐾 Dogs: 4🐾 Puppies: 0🐾 Cats: 3🐾 Kittens: 5Join us in celebrat...
08/31/2026

Happy Monday! Last week, 12 PAWS pets found loving homes! 🙌

🐾 Dogs: 4
🐾 Puppies: 0
🐾 Cats: 3
🐾 Kittens: 5

Join us in celebrating these adoptions! 🎉

Address

2965 FM 165
Dripping Springs, TX
78620

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 5pm
Tuesday 12pm - 5pm
Wednesday 12pm - 5pm
Thursday 12pm - 5pm
Friday 12pm - 5pm
Saturday 12pm - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

Telephone

+15128580016

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