Paws Animal Shelter
3371 Gaines Basin Road Albion, New York 14411
About this shelter
Paws Animal Shelter in Albion, NY
Paws Animal Shelter is a non-profit, no-kill animal shelter located in Albion, New York, about 30 miles east of Rochester. Formally known as People For Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) of Orleans County, NY, it was established in 1981 and focuses on the adoption of homeless dogs and cats. All animals placed for adoption are spayed or neutered and up to date on vaccinations, with adoption fees set at $385 for dogs, $280 for senior dogs, and $140 for cats. The shelter relies on community volunteers and donations to support its ongoing rescue and adoption efforts.
Before you go
Adopting from Paws Animal Shelter
Adoption process
Fill out a downloadable application form; if selected, they will contact you to set up a meet and greet, and they require a yearly vetting history from your vet plus a fenced yard for dogs.
- Service area
- Orleans County, NY
- Animals served
- Dogs & Cats
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