Paw Prints Animal Rescue

06/21/2026

🐾 Meet Newt & Turtle🐾

Looking for a pair of kittens who will fill your home with laughter, love, and endless entertainment? Meet Newt and Turtle, an adorable brother-and-sister duo currently waiting for their forever family at Apex PetSmart!
Newt is a handsome, adventurous boy with a larger-than-life personality. He loves exploring every corner of the house, testing out every toy he can find, and chatting about his discoveries along the way. This playful little guy is always ready for his next adventure, but once he’s worn himself out, he’s happy to settle in beside you for pets and companionship.
His sister, Turtle, is the definition of sweetness. She never meets a stranger and assumes everyone is a potential friend! Whether she’s chasing her favorite worm toy, zooming through the house with Newt, or curling up for a cuddle session, Turtle brings happiness wherever she goes. She’s affectionate, social, and loves being close to her people.

Together, Newt and Turtle are a perfect match. They spend their days playing, exploring, wrestling, and keeping each other entertained. While each would enjoy having another playful feline companion, they would absolutely love to be adopted together so they can continue their adventures side by side.

💕 If you’re interested in meeting these adorable siblings, the first step is to submit an adoption application at www.pawprintsrescue.org.

Could Newt and Turtle be the missing pieces of your family? 🐱🐱 ❤️

06/16/2026

The calls we and other rescues receive each day are astounding. Please take note of this great information and share with anybody you know who have found kittens. Rescuers cannot do all of this alone. We need help. We have traps to help catch momma cats for spay.
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If you have found and rescued kittens, you may be wondering how to catch the mom cat. 🤔 It is so important to make that effort!

Please don't just scoop up the kittens and move on. 🚫 Leaving the mother cat behind often means she will face the exact same situation again in just a few short months, producing another litter and continuing the cycle.

If kittens are around, there's a very good chance mom is nearby, even if you haven't seen her. It is actually uncommon for an entire litter of kittens to be abandoned.

So how do you find her❓

Place the kittens in a carrier or trap at the location where they were found. Then set a baited trap in front of the carrier and cover both with a sheet or blanket to create a little "tunnel" leading straight to her babies.

And here's the important part—go away. 😂

Mama cat is much less likely to return if a scary human is standing nearby watching. Let the kittens and the trap do the work for you. If possible, go inside and monitor from a window. If you're in a public location, park nearby where you can still keep an eye on the trap from your vehicle.

Good luck and happy trapping! 🐾

Edit for clarification: Going away does not mean leaving the trap unattended. Never leave a trap unattended. It simply means not standing right next to it expecting mom to walk in while you're watching. Monitor from a window, your vehicle, or another location where you can observe the trap without being seen.

06/13/2026

🦁🐺 Meet Lion & Wolf – Two Brothers Looking for Their Forever Home! 🐺🦁

Lion and Wolf have been together since the very beginning. After losing their mother at a very young age, these brothers were rescued by a kind Good Samaritan and lovingly bottle-fed until they were strong, healthy, and ready to take on the world. Today, they are thriving, affectionate kittens who are eager to find a family of their own.

Wolf is the adventurous one with a heart as big as his name. He absolutely adores people and is happiest when he’s perched on his foster mom’s shoulder, handing out face kisses and soaking up attention. Curious and fearless, he loves exploring his surroundings, climbing cat trees, and investigating whatever is happening nearby.

Lion is a classic orange sweetheart with a calm, easygoing personality. Nothing seems to faze him—big dogs, older cats, or new experiences are all met with gentle curiosity and affection. He loves laser pointers, feather toys, cozy hammocks, and being his foster mom’s loyal “office assistant,” often curled up in her lap while she works.

Both boys get along wonderfully with the older cats and large dog in their foster home. They spend their days playing, wrestling, chasing toys, and then curling up together for a well-earned nap. Whether it’s Wolf giving kisses from your shoulder or Lion melting into your arms for chin scratches, these brothers are full of love and personality.

Lion and Wolf are the perfect combination of playful, affectionate, and easygoing. They have shared every step of their journey together, and we would love to see them continue their adventures side by side in a forever home.

If you’re looking for double the love, double the fun, and two best friends who will bring endless joy to your family, Lion and Wolf are waiting to meet you. ❤️

06/09/2026

🐾 KITTEN SEASON IS HITTING HARD 🐾

We wish we could say the calls are slowing down, but they aren’t.

Every single day, we are contacted about abandoned kittens, pregnant moms, injured strays, and litters with nowhere to go. They are coming from neighborhoods, parking lots, sheds, construction sites, animal control, and concerned citizens who simply don’t know where else to turn.

The heartbreaking truth is that our intake is at its highest point of the year, while our adoptions are at their lowest.

For every cat or kitten that finds a home, several more are waiting to take its place. Our foster homes are overflowing. Supplies are disappearing as quickly as they arrive. Veterinary bills continue to grow as we provide medical care, vaccinations, spay/neuter surgeries, emergency treatment, and specialized care for the tiniest and sickest kittens.

We never want to say no to an animal in need, but we are reaching a point where our resources simply cannot keep up with the number of lives needing help.

Right now, the two things we need most are:

🐱 Kitten food and supplies from our Amazon Wish List
💙 Financial donations to help cover mounting veterinary expenses

Every bag of food, every can of kitten formula, every litter donation, and every dollar truly makes a difference. These aren’t just supplies—they are meals for hungry kittens, medical care for injured cats, and second chances for animals who have nowhere else to go.

If you’ve ever thought about helping, now is the time.

Please consider donating, sharing this post, or sending an item from our wish list. Even if you can’t give, sharing this message helps us reach someone who can.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for standing with us through another overwhelming kitten season. We couldn’t save these lives without you.

❤️ For the kittens.
❤️ For the moms.
❤️ For the cats still waiting for help.
❤️ Because every life matters

06/06/2026

Meet Cookie!

Cookie is so sweet you’ll want to eat her up! This adorable little girl is bursting with charm, love, and playful kitten energy. Whether she’s chasing toys, zooming through the house, or investigating every corner of her world, Cookie brings joy and laughter wherever she goes.

When playtime is over, her affectionate side shines through. She loves snuggling up in a warm lap, rewarding her favorite people with a steady purr and plenty of cuddles. Cookie is the perfect blend of playful and loving—a delightful companion who will fill her forever home with happiness.

06/05/2026

We have so many wonderful kitties available for adoption. Please consider adopting so we can help others.

06/02/2026

Wolf and Lion… two bonded brothers who were bottle babies will be ready for their forever home in a few days.
They are perfect little kittens.. so affectionate and snuggly. If you’d like to be considered to adopt, contact us and submit an application online to meet them. www.pawprintsrescue.org

06/01/2026

💕 Meet Mariska 💕

Beautiful Mariska is an 11-month-old calico girl with the sweetest doe eyes and a gentle soul to match. This lovely young lady has a serene disposition and an affectionate nature that makes her a joy to have around.

Mariska loves spending time with her people and is always happy to share her quiet companionship and gentle affection. One of her favorite pastimes is relaxing on a screened-in porch, watching squirrels and the world go by with quiet fascination.

She gets along wonderfully with the other cats in her foster home and has also done well with cat-friendly dogs, making her a great candidate for a variety of family situations.

If you're looking for a loving, easygoing companion with beauty, grace, and a heart full of affection, Mariska may be the perfect addition to your family.

Could this sweet girl be the missing piece in your home? 💖

05/17/2026

Meet Xaviaer!!

When Xaviaer was rescued back in January, it was clear life had not been kind to him. We suspect this handsome boy had spent his entire life surviving outdoors on his own. At first glance, he looked almost cartoonish — his tiny little body weighed under 3 pounds, about the size of a 12-week-old kitten, yet he had the face of an adult cat. He arrived terribly sick with a severe URI, painfully underweight, and struggling just to get by.

As if that wasn’t enough, Xaviaer later developed a ruptured eardrum caused by large polyps hidden in his soft palate that were obstructing his breathing. Poor guy had likely been struggling to breathe normally for quite some time. Thankfully, after surgery, medical care, and lots of TLC in foster care, Xaviaer finally got the chance to feel what comfort and safety are like.

And now? His beautiful personality is shining brighter every day.
Xaviaer has blossomed into the most loving little gentleman. He’ll happily flop down at your feet, roll over for attention, and turn on his nonstop purr motor the moment you acknowledge him. He seems to adore everyone he meets and has fully embraced the indoor kitty lifestyle — regular meals, soft beds, and humans to love him suit him perfectly.
After surviving so much, Xaviaer is finally healthy, happy, and ready for the forever home he’s never had before. We would love nothing more than to see this incredibly deserving boy find a family of his very own — someone who will cherish him for the resilient, affectionate, and special cat he truly is.