The Animal Welfare Society has a proud tradition of serving our community and domestic pets in need. AWS was formed to provide care and protection for suffering homeless and unwanted animals; to educate the public in respect to humane treatment of animals and to encourage and assist in the enforcement of laws against mistreatment of and cruelty to animals. During two decades from 1958-1978, the So
ciety passed through a period in which there was little growth and in which rising costs and limited membership income hampered the Society’s activities. Yet, the founders persevered in their vision and mission. The 72 member AWS was the only organization in the county trying to solve the problem of acute unwanted stray pet explosion. Among the projects undertaken was a spay/neuter program in cooperation with Friends of Animals and local veterinarians, a cooperative effort with the county on low-cost rabies vaccinations, a program to increase knowledge of children in proper pet care. All of these programs continue today! Proper housing for abandoned cats, kittens, dogs and puppies didn’t exist. The county only housed adult dogs. So in 1985, AWS completed construction of the current animal shelter on Old Leetown Pike Road. The shelter accommodates 20 dog/puppies and roughly 30 cats/kittens. As a No-Kill shelter, we are normally overflowing with pets seeking a second chance for a loving home. Each year, over 500+ pets pass through our doors. Dogs:
Puppies (1 year and under)- $175
Adult Dogs- $150
Senior Dogs (8 years and older) - $100
Cats:
Kittens (1 year and under) - $120
Adult Cats - $100
Senior Cats (8 years and older) - $80
- Includes all vaccines, spay/neuter and a microchip.
