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Pima Paws For Life

Animal shelter in Tucson, AZ

Our mission is to partner with our community in creating a no-kill Pima County.

To find loving homes for every treatable and adoptable animal in our care.

To collaborate with other local animal welfare agencies to broaden the safety net for homeless animals in our community.

With the help of the people of Pima County, we can be the safest community for companion animals in Southern Arizona.

Contact —
Email info@pimapawsforlife.org
Phone (520) 867-1193
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Address
2555 W Zinnia Ave
Tucson, AZ 85705
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2555 W Zinnia Ave

Tucson, AZ 85705

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Adoptable pets at Pima Paws For Life

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Tootsie

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 2 mos
Tucson, AZ
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Kira aka Cat

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 8 yrs 5 mos
Tucson, AZ
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Faith

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
Tucson, AZ
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Jellybean

Labrador Retriever/Shar Pei

Female, 4 yrs 9 mos
Tucson, AZ
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Josh

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, 6 yrs 7 mos
Tucson, AZ
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Jedi aka Batman

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 8 yrs 11 mos
Tucson, AZ
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Shelter FAQs

We serve Pima County, Arizona and Tucson and surrounding areas

  • 1. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  • 2. Submit Application
  • 3. Approve Application

Additional adoption info

We do adoptions based on an approved application, which is filled out in person. We want to find the best fit for your home and lifestyle.

Current adoption fees:
Puppies-$200.00, Adults- $125.00 and Seniors 65.00. Cats- $99.00. All animals have been seen by vet and are fully vaccinated,microchipped, and altered prior to adoption. Fee also includes first licensing.

http://m.pimapawsforlife.org/donate.html

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