Paws In The City

We are committed to ending the overpopulation, abuse, neglect of dogs and cats in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. Our goal is that every adoptable dog finds a loving home. We are an all-volunteer, no-kill, 501 [c][3] organization. Every day we witness firsthand the tragic consequences of pet overpopulation. Locally: In fiscal year 2017, the City of Dallas shelter alone took in 31,335 dogs & cats and: • euthanized 8,109 dogs and cats • adopted out 10,589 dogs and cats • redeemed back to owners 4,392 dogs and cats • rescue organizations saved 7,889 dogs and cats This is just one shelter out of the many city shelters located throughout the Metroplex.