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The Western Pennsylvania Humane Society was founded in 1874 to protect the elderly, children and animals in our region. Today, the mission of the Western Pennsylvania Humane Society is to provide the most comprehensive, compassionate and educational services to enhance the lives of companion animals for families and the community, and to educate and prevent the cruelty of all animals in the region we serve. Our efforts include: *OPENDOOR SHELTER:We always accept any pet or animal in need. * HUMANE INVESTIGATIONS: WPHS Humane Officers investigate over 1,100 cases of neglect and abuse each year. *EDUCATION:Our staff and volunteers educate 3,000 school children about safe, ethical treatment of animals though our school outreach programs. *CLINIC:Clinics in two locations offering wellness services, low cost spay/neuter, vaccines and medications at an affordable cost. Our clinics and Humane Investigations Officers facilitate proper care of pets in our communities. *OPERATIONS:Ensures all shelter pets are properly cared for through medical care, enrichment and training. *ADOPTION:Meet Your Match - Canine-ality and Feline-ality matches pets in need of their fur-ever home with the perfect family. WPHS works with families to create a lasting, happy bond between pets and their new families. * ELLIES PET PANTRY:Provides food and other daily necessities like kitty litter and toys to families experiencing financial difficulties. Our goal is to keep pets and families together. -SENIOR CITIZENS AND SENIOR PETS:Many people in our community can benefit from the well documented benefits of having a pet in their lives. Pairing senior shelter pets with senior citizens helps everyone.

Promoting Animal Welfare on Superior's Shores Helping PAWS Pet Rescue, Inc. was founded for the sole purpose of helping to stop the suffering of companion animals caused by homelessness, overpopulation, and mistreatment. Our goal is that no adoptable companion animal ever be euthanized for lack of medical care and a good home. This goal is not limited to dogs and cats, but extends equally to horses, rabbits, birds and other domestic species. Our mission is to proactively aid homeless and unwanted animals by offering, not just a "humane" alternative, but to provide in each case the best possible process that would result in each individual pet finding its forever-home. Our mission is unique in that we include not only young, healthy homeless pets, but also owner surrenders and individuals with medical needs that would cause them to be rejected by or euthanized by other organizations. Helping PAWS Pet Rescue, Inc. believes that the means to accomplishing our mission should be two-fold: Serving animals and educating people. Serving Animals: Spaying and neutering all homeless pets in our care prior to adoption as well as offering low-cost spays and neuters to low income families is primary. Veterinary care is available to homeless pets, with procedures, medications, and special diets provided as needed. We arrange foster homes for pets awaiting placement and adoption services by application. Educating People: Equally important is education of the public in every way possible to keep their chosen pet happy, well, and in their home. Our presence at Country Care Pet Hospital promotes daily our philosophy of preventive maintenance, optimal nutrition, medical care and the importance of the human-animal bond. Helping PAWS participates in a great variety of local pet-related events and presentation opportunities, including visits to local schools, retail outlets and community groups.

Prevent Cruelty to Animals

PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS.

PREVENT ANIMAL CRUELTY/ADOPTION

PREVENTION OF CRUELTY AGAINST DOGS.

PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMAL THROUGH TNR

To prevent cruelty and promote the welfare of all animals.

PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS AND PROPER CARE OF STRAYS.

The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and the Promotion of Humane Treatment for all Animals.

OPERATES FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS AND THE EXTENSION OF HUMANE ANIMAL TREATMENT EDUCATION.