About Us
At Paws Rescue League Inc., we're driven by a passion to address the devastating statistics* facing shelter animals.
In 2024, a total of 607,000 shelter animals were euthanized in the U.S. (334,000 dogs and 273,000 cats).
This number has increased by 0.5% for dogs compared to 2023. Additionally, the length of time dogs (especially large dogs) are staying in shelters before being adopted has increased in the last 5 years.
*Figures from 2024 Shelter Animals Count data
In 2024, a total of 607,000 shelter animals were euthanized in the U.S. (334,000 dogs and 273,000 cats).
This number has increased by 0.5% for dogs compared to 2023. Additionally, the length of time dogs (especially large dogs) are staying in shelters before being adopted has increased in the last 5 years.
*Figures from 2024 Shelter Animals Count data
Established in 2021, Paws Rescue League Inc. (PRL) is a small, volunteer-run, foster-based 501(c)(3) non-profit canine rescue driven by passion and dedication. A woman-founded organization with decades of combined rescue experience, we founded PRL in an effort to make a difference for dogs often overlooked by other rescues. We were tired of seeing senior dogs, moms (many rescues take in puppies but not the mom - we ALWAYS take Mom if she is available), and dogs with special needs languishing in shelters, facing euthanasia through no fault of their own. Determined to take action, we established PRL to provide a second chance at life for these deserving animals.
Our mission is to rescue dogs from abuse, neglect, abandonment, and euthanasia, providing them with the care, love, and opportunities they deserve. We are an all-inclusive rescue that works tirelessly find the best possible home for every dog that we save (all ages, breeds, and needs). We primarily save dogs from over-crowded kill shelters in east Tennessee, however we also take in dogs surrendered locally in New England when possible. Since our inception in 2021, PRL has successfully rescued and adopted out over 1,600 dogs.
As a 100% volunteer-run organization, we rely on small donations and adoption fees to continue our life-changing work. Our founders and volunteers generously donate time, money, and resources to ensure our dogs receive the care they deserve.
To learn more about adopting, fostering, volunteering, or donating, explore our site. Thank you for your support!
- Paws Rescue League Inc. Team
Our mission is to rescue dogs from abuse, neglect, abandonment, and euthanasia, providing them with the care, love, and opportunities they deserve. We are an all-inclusive rescue that works tirelessly find the best possible home for every dog that we save (all ages, breeds, and needs). We primarily save dogs from over-crowded kill shelters in east Tennessee, however we also take in dogs surrendered locally in New England when possible. Since our inception in 2021, PRL has successfully rescued and adopted out over 1,600 dogs.
As a 100% volunteer-run organization, we rely on small donations and adoption fees to continue our life-changing work. Our founders and volunteers generously donate time, money, and resources to ensure our dogs receive the care they deserve.
To learn more about adopting, fostering, volunteering, or donating, explore our site. Thank you for your support!
- Paws Rescue League Inc. Team
