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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 Ellie Mae's adoption status with email updates.
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Ellie Mae

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 7 mos
Urbana, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Bubbles's adoption status with email updates.
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Bubbles

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 mos
Urbana, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Larry's adoption status with email updates.
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Larry

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 mos
Urbana, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Betty Boop's adoption status with email updates.
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Betty Boop

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Longhair

Male, 5 yrs 6 mos
Urbana, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Kami's adoption status with email updates.
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Kami

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 8 yrs 1 mo
Urbana, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Buffy's adoption status with email updates.
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Buffy

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 7 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.

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We'll also keep you updated on Brennan of Dale and Brennan's adoption status with email updates.
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Brennan of Dale and Brennan

Beagle

Male, 1 yr 4 mos
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We'll also keep you updated on Iker's adoption status with email updates.
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Iker

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Fairborn, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Goldie's adoption status with email updates.
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Goldie

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Puppy
Hilliard, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Coming Soon...Bean's adoption status with email updates.
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Coming Soon...Bean

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Xenia, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Blue Jay's adoption status with email updates.
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Blue Jay

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, 3 mos
Dayton, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Beth's adoption status with email updates.
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Beth

Australian Cattle Dog/Foxhound

Female, Puppy
Columbus, OH

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