PAWS Humane Society / Floyd County Humane Society

P.O. Box 651 Charles City, Iowa 50616
Dogs & Cats

About this shelter

PAWS Humane Society / Floyd County Humane Society in Charles City, IA

PAWS Humane Society, also known as the Floyd County Humane Society, is located in Charles City, Iowa, in Floyd County, about 45 miles southeast of Waterloo. It is a private nonprofit organization that serves as a sanctuary of hope and second chances for unwanted and abandoned cats and dogs seeking loving homes. The shelter, located at 303 Shaw Avenue, relies on donations, a wish list of needed supplies, and volunteers to help care for the many animals in its adoptable cats and dogs program. It also hosts community fundraising events such as the Cedar Dog Jog and an annual golf tournament to support its mission.

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Adoption process

Prospective adopters must complete a questionnaire and application, be at least 18, get landlord approval if renting, and go through an interview with a staff counselor before an adoption is approved; approved animals are spayed/neutered and vaccinated before going home.

Service area
Charles City, Iowa (Floyd County)
County
Floyd County
Animals served
Dogs & Cats

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