The Paradise Animal Welfare Society caters to the needs of animals in Crested Butte, Colorado, north of Round Mountain.

PAWS, the Paradise Animal Welfare Society provides animal welfare services in Crested Butte and surrounding areas north of Round Mountain. Our specific objectives are assistance with animal rescue, spay/neuter assistance, foster care, pet placements, prevention of animal cruelty and neglect, and educating the public about our furry friends. We are a "no kill" facility.

Animal Rescue ~ If you find an abandoned, abused, or neglected animal, please call the local marshal's office at (970) 349-5231. PAWS will assist the marshals until the owners are found or the animal is adopted out to a good family. Lost animals will be announced on the KBUT radio station.

Spay/Neuter Assistance ~ All cats and dogs that come to PAWS will be spayed or neutered before they are put up for adoption. We also provide assistance for spaying/neutering fees for owners. For assistance for spay/neuter fees, please fill out the form on our website.

Adoption ~ Animals looking for new homes are first examined by the local veterinarian and are evaluated by our behavioral specialist before being placed into a new home. We try to match each animal with an appropriate loving family.

Relinquishments ~ Relinquishments will be accepted on a space available basis. Please call PAWS for more information at (970) 209-3656. Please fill out the form at our website and return it to PAWS.

Medical Assistance ~ Financial assistance is available for low income pet owners.

Fostering ~ PAWS has wonderful families who open their hearts and homes to animals until they find a permanent home.