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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 Mariot's adoption status with email updates.
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Mariot

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 4 mos
Thousand Oaks, CA
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Olly

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 mos
Thousand Oaks, CA
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Melbourne

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 4 yrs 2 mos
Thousand Oaks, CA
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Fluff Puff

Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 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

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We'll also keep you updated on Luna Angel (COURTESY POST)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Luna Angel (COURTESY POST)

Cattle Dog/Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 4 yrs 2 mos
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We'll also keep you updated on TOMMY's adoption status with email updates.
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TOMMY

Siberian Husky

Male, Adult
Pasadena, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Sienna's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Sienna

Pomeranian

Female, Young
Studio City, CA
We'll also keep you updated on SKIPPY's adoption status with email updates.
Needs Home Fast
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SKIPPY

Domestic Shorthair

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

French Bulldog

Female, Puppy
LOS ANGELES, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Major's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Major

Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 10 yrs 6 mos
Marina del Rey, CA

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