I came to the shelter at the beginning of 2026 as a stray, and I’ll be honest — I wasn’t in the best shape. I had quite a few scabs covering parts of my body, and I’m still healing from some of them. The good news? I’m getting better every day, and there’s nothing to worry about. I just needed a little time, care, and kindness.
When I first arrived here, I was a bit shy and nervous. The world had been a little tough on me, so I wasn’t sure what to expect. But it didn’t take long for me to show everyone that I really do want — and need — love. Once I feel safe, I lean right into gentle head scratches (they’re my favorite!) and happily enjoy my meals. Good food and cozy naps? Yes, please.
I’ve been a little sad while I wait for my forever home. Shelter life isn’t quite the same as having a special person (or people) to call my own. I would do best in a quiet home where I can get lots of love and affection, but where my humans also understand that sometimes I need a little alone time to recharge. I’m a sensitive soul, and I appreciate a calm, patient environment.
Toys don’t seem to interest me much right now, but that might change once I’m comfortable in a real home. For now, I’m perfectly content with a soft place to nap and a loving hand to scratch my head.
I’m vaccinated, neutered, and microchipped — all ready to start the next chapter of my life. All I need now is someone willing to give a sweet, gentle boy like me the safe and loving forever home I’ve been dreaming of.
Could that be you?
I came to the shelter at the beginning of 2026 as a stray, and I’ll be honest — I wasn’t in the best shape. I had quite a few scabs covering parts of my body, and I’m still healing from some of them. The good news? I’m getting better every day, and there’s nothing to worry about. I just needed a little time, care, and kindness.
When I first arrived here, I was a bit shy and nervous. The world had been a little tough on me, so I wasn’t sure what to expect. But it didn’t take long for me to show everyone that I really do want — and need — love. Once I feel safe, I lean right into gentle head scratches (they’re my favorite!) and happily enjoy my meals. Good food and cozy naps? Yes, please.
I’ve been a little sad while I wait for my forever home. Shelter life isn’t quite the same as having a special person (or people) to call my own. I would do best in a quiet home where I can get lots of love and affection, but where my humans also understand that sometimes I need a little alone time to recharge. I’m a sensitive soul, and I appreciate a calm, patient environment.
Toys don’t seem to interest me much right now, but that might change once I’m comfortable in a real home. For now, I’m perfectly content with a soft place to nap and a loving hand to scratch my head.
I’m vaccinated, neutered, and microchipped — all ready to start the next chapter of my life. All I need now is someone willing to give a sweet, gentle boy like me the safe and loving forever home I’ve been dreaming of.
Before you are eligible to adopt any animal from Border Paws Animal Shelter, you must complete our Adoption Application, and must be approved as an adopter.
To complete an adoption you must:
be a pre-approved adopter
be at least 18 years of age
visit the shelter to meet the animals
provide at least one piece of photo identification with current address
Applications are reviewed within 48 hours. If approved, our Kennel Coordinator will contact you to set up a time to introduce you to any animals that may best suit what you are looking for, or the animal you've requested a visit with.
All dogs, cats, puppies and kittens available for adoption have
been spayed or neutered
received at least one set of vaccines
received a microchip for identification
Note: Animals are adopted to the individual with the most favorable application for the needs of the animal. Border Paws Animal Shelter reserves the right to deny any application received for any reason deemed fit by the organization.
Before you are eligible to adopt any animal from Border Paws Animal Shelter, you must complete our Adoption Application, and must be approved as an adopter.
To complete an adoption you must:
be a pre-approved adopter
be at least 18 years of age
visit the shelter to meet the animals
provide at least one piece of photo identification with current address
Applications are reviewed within 48 hours. If approved, our Kennel Coordinator will contact you to set up a time to introduce you to any animals that may best suit what you are looking for, or the animal you've requested a visit with.
All dogs, cats, puppies and kittens available for adoption have
been spayed or neutered
received at least one set of vaccines
received a microchip for identification
Note: Animals are adopted to the individual with the most favorable application for the needs of the animal. Border Paws Animal Shelter reserves the right to deny any application received for any reason deemed fit by the organization.
Over 1,100 animals pass through our doors every year. Did you know that the average cost to get our animals ready to be adoptable is roughly $350 per animal? That is because we require our adoptables to be spayed/neutered and fully vaccinated before adopting out.
Population control and disease management are issues in our community that we are working hard to resolve. Your donations help ensure we can continue our mission.
We have an amazing team of hard working staff caring for our animals 7 days a week. They are supported by a group of engaged board members that are focused on bettering our organization.
Animals Are Our Mission
Over 1,100 animals pass through our doors every year. Did you know that the average cost to get our animals ready to be adoptable is roughly $350 per animal? That is because we require our adoptables to be spayed/neutered and fully vaccinated before adopting out.
Population control and disease management are issues in our community that we are working hard to resolve. Your donations help ensure we can continue our mission.
We have an amazing team of hard working staff caring for our animals 7 days a week. They are supported by a group of engaged board members that are focused on bettering our organization.
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