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Paw Works

Animal rescue in Thousand Oaks, CA

Paw Works is a 501(c)(3) animal charity, non-profit corporation governed by California law, EIN 46-4484336. We are a private entity who partners with the public sheltering system to provide an all breed rescue and offers local city and county animals a second chance at life. Our goal is to make the entire county of Ventura and beyond No Kill.
We are governed by a PawCratic oath which states that we will lead, protect, heal, comfort, and shelter those who cannot speak for themselves. We rely upon private donations and and fundraising exclusively to fulfill our dream and create a legacy which encompasses a No Kill County. State, and Nation. All donations are tax deductible. To donate and help give our animals a second chance at life please visit us at www.pawworks.org.

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180 W. Hillcrest Dr.
E109
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
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180 W. Hillcrest Dr.

E109

Thousand Oaks, CA 91360

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Adoptable pets at Paw Works

We'll also keep you updated on Enya's adoption status with email updates.
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Enya

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 mos
Thousand Oaks, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Squish's adoption status with email updates.
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Squish

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 9 mos
Thousand Oaks, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Seraphim's adoption status with email updates.
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Seraphim

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 mos
Thousand Oaks, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Scarlette's adoption status with email updates.
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Scarlette

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo
Thousand Oaks, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Ruban's adoption status with email updates.
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Ruban

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 mos
Thousand Oaks, CA
We'll also keep you updated on P-nut's adoption status with email updates.
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P-nut

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 6 yrs 1 mo
Thousand Oaks, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Nasir's adoption status with email updates.
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Nasir

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 mos
Thousand Oaks, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Moxi's adoption status with email updates.
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Moxi

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 mos
Thousand Oaks, CA

Rescue FAQs

Paw Works represents a unique partnership between public animal services and the private sector to establish a No Kill shelter system. We are currently working with Ventura County, California only.

Additional adoption info

Dogs: $400
Puppies: $550
Cats/Kittens: $150

All potential adopters must sign our adoption contract and allow a home check if necessary. We do not adopt out outdoor dogs or non-feral cats.

All weights displayed are in KG not LBS

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We'll also keep you updated on Skylar - So Cal's adoption status with email updates.
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Skylar - So Cal

Dachshund/Labrador Retriever

Female, Adult
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We'll also keep you updated on Paris's adoption status with email updates.
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Paris

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, 2 yrs 6 mos
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We'll also keep you updated on Jelly's adoption status with email updates.
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Jelly

Jindo

Female, 9 yrs 6 mos
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We'll also keep you updated on BAILEY's adoption status with email updates.
Needs Home Fast
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BAILEY

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 10 mos
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We'll also keep you updated on A4431750's adoption status with email updates.
Needs Home Fast
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A4431750

Siberian Husky

Male, Adult
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We'll also keep you updated on Luna's adoption status with email updates.
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Luna

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, 6 mos
Los Angeles, CA

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