Forgotten 4-Paws

P.O. Box 1046 Lancaster, Ohio 43130
Dogs & Cats

About this shelter

Forgotten 4-Paws in Lancaster, OH

Forgotten 4-Paws is an animal shelter based in Lancaster, Ohio, located in Fairfield County, about 30 miles northwest of Columbus. Fairfield County is home to 5 other animal shelters and rescues in addition to Forgotten 4-Paws. The organization focuses on cats and works to place special-needs and often-overlooked animals, including FIV-positive cats, into loving homes, emphasizing that with proper care such cats can live long, healthy lives. Its mission centers on making a difference "one life at a time," and it relies on adoption, fostering, volunteering, and donations to support its work.

Before you go

Adopting from Forgotten 4-Paws

Adoption process

Applicants submit an online application, then are contacted by a volunteer for an interview about the pet, followed by a meet-and-greet or foster-to-adopt arrangement; adoption fees are $100 for one cat/kitten or $175 for two, and the process typically takes 3-5 business days.

Service area
Pickerington, Ohio area
County
Fairfield County
Animals served
Dogs & Cats

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