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Paws Animal Shelter

Cat shelter in Urbana, OH

The Champaign County Humane Association, Inc. (CCHA) was founded in 1977, initially relying solely on fosters to care for stray animals. In 1991 they opened Paws Animal Shelter in Champaign County, a rural county with a total population of about 39,000. In 2018 the CCHA decided to transition Paws Animal Shelter to a cat-only facility, as there is a desperate need in our area for additional shelter spaces for cats and kittens.

Thanks to a generous donation we were able to expand our shelter in 2021, which has enabled us to rescue even more cats and kittens. While this is obviously a positive development, it has definitely increased our operating costs, as so many cats and kittens that we take in have not been spayed or neutered. In addition, many cats that are surrendered to us have not been in homes with the financial resources to properly care for them, so we frequently have to pay for dentals and other expensive procedures. We are passionate about saving as many cats and kittens as possible, and they have a home with us until we find a forever home for them!

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1535 W US Hwy 36
Urbana, OH 43078
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1535 W US Hwy 36

Urbana, OH 43078

Hours of Operation

Sunday: Closed
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Wednesday: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Thursday: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Friday: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Saturday: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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Adoptable pets at Paws Animal Shelter

We'll also keep you updated on Albert (declawed)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Albert (declawed)

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 9 yrs 11 mos
Urbana, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Pippy's adoption status with email updates.
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Pippy

Domestic Longhair

Female, 5 mos
Urbana, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Toby's adoption status with email updates.
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Toby

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 4 mos
Urbana, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Willey's adoption status with email updates.
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Willey

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr 8 mos
Urbana, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Neptune's adoption status with email updates.
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Neptune

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr 1 mo
Urbana, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Brady's adoption status with email updates.
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Brady

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 5 mos
Urbana, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Claire's adoption status with email updates.
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Claire

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 5 mos
Urbana, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Harley (declawed)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Harley (declawed)

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 9 yrs 11 mos
Urbana, OH

Shelter FAQs

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  • 1. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  • 2. Submit Application
  • 3. Interview
  • 4. Approve Application
  • 5. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 6. Pay Fee
  • 7. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Adoption applications are processed usually in 1-2 days.

Pets at shelters & rescues near Paws Animal Shelter

One Mission Dog Rescue

59 South 4th St, Box 165,
Lewis Center, OH 43035

The Rescue Haven Inc

101 California Street,
Farmersville, OH 45325

Fayette County Dog Shelter

1550 Robinson Road,
Washington Court House, OH 43160

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 6 mos
Washington Court House, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Wigglypuff's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Wigglypuff

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Columbus, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Boobala's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Boobala

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 mos
Dayton, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Truffles's adoption status with email updates.
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Truffles

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 1 yr 5 mos
Farmersville, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Archie's adoption status with email updates.
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Archie

Australian Shepherd

Male, Adult
Marion, OH

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