Precious Paws Animal Rescue

We are a not-for-profit animal foster/rescue organization, founded in 2001, located in Franklin, Pennsylvania.

We believe in quality homes for our pets over quantity of adoptions and we work very hard to ensure a perfect match for our animals. Precious Paws Animal Rescue operates on a full disclosure on our pets history and we will never try to encourage you to take an animal that is not right for you. Because we take pride in our low return rate and high success rate of permanent matches, our adoption criteria is very specific. Adopters must complete an adoption application process which includes veterinary and reference checks and a home visit as well as pay an adoption fee (we charge actual veterinary fees incurred for the pet and provide receipts for all services rendered). All of our animals are neutered before adoption, given basic viral vaccinations, dewormed, and tested for infectious diseases (FeLK, FIP in cats).

Adopters will be asked to provide verifiable veterinary and personal references. All other animals in the adopter's homes (present and all animals owned in the past 5 years) must be current on vaccinations, altered, and on heartworm preventative (dogs). We require a fenced yard for most dogs (especially puppies and large breed dogs with high exercise requirements) and all cats are adopted to indoor homes only. Because of the growth rate of large breed dogs and the frailty of kittens and puppies, we are hesitant to adopt kittens and puppies to homes with children under the age of 5 years of age. Adoption decisions are based on veterinary references, home environment, foster home recommendation, and adoption counselor evaluation.

Due to the difficulty of performing home inspections and transporting, it is not possible for us to adopt animals out of our area - we operate on a 100 mile radius from Franklin, Pennsylvania (Venango County), except in special instances as noted on the individual animal. In some instances, when we can arrange a home visit by another organization, we will consider a farther radius if we can find another rescue to perform a home visit in your area.

We do not euthanize animals unless the animal is very ill or dangerous to others and, if euthanasia is required, we use sodium phenobarbital injections. We, along with the American Humane Association and HSUS, are opposed to gas chamber euthanasia. Feral Cats: Feral cats are the forgotten population; often throw away kittens or cats that are simply left behind to fend for themselves when owners move away. Eventually they become wild, and opportunistic, surviving on the kindness of strangers who feed them, or dumpsters near restaurants. Some become hunters of birds and small mammals. Lives of feral cats are not happy ones - the average lifespan of a feral cat is 2 years. They often die of starvation, disease, or accident. Those who survive inbreed and the populations grow so large that eventually food sources become an issue. We believe the best thing you can do for a feral cat is to Trap, Neuter, and Release it (TNR). Ferals do not make good pets, but need to be fixed so they cannot reproduce. If you have a feral cat problem, please contact us and talk with us about trapping, testing (if positive for feline leukemia or FIV, the cats are humanely euthanized), neutering and release. We work with several groups that offer low cost services for ferals. We do not have a public shelter facility; we are open only by appointment. Animals seen on our website are in foster homes or still in the home of their owner seeking to place them (owner referral animals are not owned by Precious Paws). If you would like to learn more about one of the animals available for adoption, please contact us to arrange a visit at your home or the foster home. You must have an approved adoption application on file in order to meet the animals - we do not want to waste your time or ours so pre-qualification is required.

720 Atlantic Avenue
Franklin, PA 16323
United States

814-671-9827 (Phone)

Dale Evans

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Oakley

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Colt

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Talia

Meet the lovely Talia, a gentle and affectionate soul with a heart as big as the great outdoors! This smart...

Toby

Meet Toby, a bundle of joy with a heart as big as his playful spirit! This curious and affectionate boy...

Shaggy

They saved the best for last, Shaggy is the last of his litter and such a fun baby. Shaggy loes...

Lane Frost

Do you need a walking buddy or a snuggly friend? Lane would be the perfect pet for you. Lane is...

Monkey

Monkey is a sweet fellow. He lost his owner and is now looking for a home to spend the rest...

Sam

We currently have 6 cattle dog/blue healer dogs available for adoption now. These babies were rescued from a hoarding situation...

Tia

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Mona

Mona has lived in the same home her entire life (1 year) She shared her home with 25+ other dogs...

Fred

Fred has not had the easiest life. His first home that we are aware of was in a trailer with...

Chong

Chong is a sweet little boy that wants all the love. He is a king biscuit maker and is always...

Lava

Lava would love a family of his own. He is very playful and wants to be near you all the...

Carrot

If you are looking for a playful friend to keep you entertained, Carrot is your boy. This baby loves to...

Mango

Mango is a very playful boy. He is about 10 weeks old (7/23/2025) and would be great in a home...

Bo

Bo is a curious young dog, who is a true adventurer at heart. He is always eager to explore and...

Mr Pink

Mr Pink is a sweetheart and had a good life until his owner was no longer able to care for...

Snickers

You are not you when you are hungry. So grab a Snickers. If you ever wanted your own Grumpy cat,...

Simon Says

Simon Says is one of the sweetest kittens we have as soon as you pick him up he purrs. He...

Mary Jane

Mary Jane used to be someone's pet. She used to be loved. Someone took the time to spay her and...

Sunshine

Sunshine is such a sweet boy, he will be a great kitten for a cat loving family.

Kat

Kat is a 4 year old sweetheart. She is very friendly and would be a great addition to any family....

Jumpy (doesn't jump)

Jumpy's owner passed away and now he is looking for a home for his senior years. Jumpy is about 14...

Tiny

Tiny is a 12 year old pitty mix. We named her Tiny because of how under weight she was when...

Bugsy or Malone

Meet Bugsy & Malone would love to go to a home with other cats or kittens to play with. They...

Zoey

Meet Zoey, a young female dog with a lot of love to give! Zoey is an affectionate and playful pup...

Shadow

Meet Shadow - your new best friend and loyal companion! This dignified gentleman is quiet and protective, making him the...

Phyllis

Phyllis is the alpha of the rescue. She keeps all the cats and kittens in line. She is not a...

OJ

OJ is such a gentle boy. Sadly he was attacked by another cat, at one point we didn't think he...

Ike

Ike was dumped with his brother and sadly Ike's brother was shot and killed. Ike is about 3 years old...

Calli

Jack

Jack is a shy guy. He would be the perfect companion for a single person, looking for their first pet.

Tulip

Jonni

Leni

Dopey

Introducing Dopey, the hilarious, loveable goofball with a heart of gold! This young, male dog is full of energy and...

Enzo

Hello, my name is Enzo and I'm a young male dog with lots of love to give! I am very...

Jude

Jude is the trickster cat of the group. He loves to play with every toy in the cage. It doesn't...

Dorothy

Dorothy is about 4 months old and would love a home for the holidays. She is very loving and likes...

Gonzo

I almost hate to post this beautiful boy because I know he will be adopted quickly and I love having...

Ebony

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Butters

Butters has all the personality you would ever want from a cat. He loves attention, until he doesn't. He needs...

Jarvis

Jarvis (Jarvy) was abandoned in an apartment where he had to fend for himself. He is now ready for a...

Jeb

Jeb is part of the cool club. He has been here for over a year and would love to find...

Nobo

Celestia

Celestia is a very friendly girl. She was used for breeding. She is not your basic black cat, Celestia has...

Tai

Tai needs a quiet home where she can learn that people are good and loving. Tai was used for breeding...