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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 Torts's adoption status with email updates.
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Torts

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 8 yrs
Thousand Oaks, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Stripes's adoption status with email updates.
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Stripes

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 10 mos
Thousand Oaks, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Marcha's adoption status with email updates.
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Marcha

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 3 mos
Thousand Oaks, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Lieutenant's adoption status with email updates.
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Lieutenant

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr 3 mos
Thousand Oaks, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Hamilton's adoption status with email updates.
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Hamilton

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr 10 mos
Thousand Oaks, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Dragon Fly's adoption status with email updates.
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Dragon Fly

Domestic Shorthair

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 yrs 9 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

Pets at shelters & rescues near Paw Works

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27567 Oak Spring Canyon Rd.,
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The Peppy Foundation

107 N. Reino Rd. #181,
Newbury Park, CA 91320

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

Other/Unknown

Female, 1 yr 3 mos
San Pedro, CA
We'll also keep you updated on ZARA's adoption status with email updates.
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ZARA

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 1 yr 11 mos
Los Angeles, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Moo Girl - Contact Sylva's adoption status with email updates.
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Moo Girl - Contact Sylva

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 5 mos
Studio City, CA
We'll also keep you updated on GRETCHEN's adoption status with email updates.
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GRETCHEN

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 3 yrs
Los Angeles, CA
We'll also keep you updated on AUSTIN's adoption status with email updates.
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AUSTIN

Rhodesian Ridgeback

Male, 1 yr 8 mos
Los Angeles, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Sibelius's adoption status with email updates.
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Sibelius

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 4 yrs 11 mos
North Hollywood, CA

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