AC PAW started as a vision of two people, Brian Manley and June McGrath, to ensure a safe haven for animals from abuse, hunger, disease and death. AC PAW was founded to give the animals in the five-county Grand Traverse Area of Northern Michigan a second chance at life.
We are officially in our 22nd year of volunteer service and work with a handful of dedicated volunteers and a small number of donors. AC PAW began on July 1, 1995 and was officially incorporated on Jan 16, 1996. During this time we have rescued and placed over 10,000 dogs and cats into loving homes.
We are always looking for animal lovers willing to put some time and effort into volunteering or becoming a foster home. Any kind of donations (financial support or pet supplies) are greatly appreciated.
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We serve the Northern Michigan / Grand Traverse County area.
Additional adoption info
Canine Adoption Hours at PetSmart in Traverse City
Saturdays & Sundays (only as announced)
Canines are vaccinated for parvo/distemper and rabies (rabies shot age appropriate), and sterilized prior to adoption.
Adoption Fee: $200
Feline Adoption Hours at PetSmart in Traverse City
Tuesday & Thursday: 5:00pm -7:00pm
Saturday: 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Sunday: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Cats are tested for feline leukemia and FIV, vaccinated, and sterilized prior to adoption.
Adoption Fee: $125
10266 Wildwood Rd.,
Interlochen,
MI
49643
1750 Ahlberg Road,
Traverse City,
MI
49696
3605 S. Derenzy Road,
Bellaire,
MI
49615
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