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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 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 China's adoption status with email updates.
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China

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Longhair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Longhair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 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 2 mos
Urbana, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Marshmallow's adoption status with email updates.
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Marshmallow

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 4 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 Howl Yrly 401/32's adoption status with email updates.
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Howl Yrly 401/32

Beagle

Male, 3 yrs
Sidney, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Lucky's adoption status with email updates.
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Lucky

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Young
Germantown, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Ginger Ale's adoption status with email updates.
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Ginger Ale

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr 10 mos
Germantown, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Stork's adoption status with email updates.
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Stork

Pointer/American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 1 yr 3 mos
Xenia, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Bow Yrly 377's adoption status with email updates.
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Bow Yrly 377

Poodle (Standard)

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

Calico

Female, Kitten
Columbus, OH

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