PAWS (Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society)
@phillypaws.bsky.social
Philadelphia's largest rescue partner and provider of affordable vet care. Adopt, foster, & help save lives! Visit us at phillypaws.org
Oh this ray of sunshine? His name is Ray, of course!
He’s already earned the nickname “Sweet Baby Ray” from his foster parents, and it’s easy to see why.
At 12 years young, he really is as sweet as they come, with a calm & loving personality that brings joy wherever he goes 🧵
He’s already earned the nickname “Sweet Baby Ray” from his foster parents, and it’s easy to see why.
At 12 years young, he really is as sweet as they come, with a calm & loving personality that brings joy wherever he goes 🧵
February 12, 2026 at 12:24 AM
Oh this ray of sunshine? His name is Ray, of course!
He’s already earned the nickname “Sweet Baby Ray” from his foster parents, and it’s easy to see why.
At 12 years young, he really is as sweet as they come, with a calm & loving personality that brings joy wherever he goes 🧵
He’s already earned the nickname “Sweet Baby Ray” from his foster parents, and it’s easy to see why.
At 12 years young, he really is as sweet as they come, with a calm & loving personality that brings joy wherever he goes 🧵
So much love for our pets today & so many happy faces to show for it!
These sweet friends are feeling extra special thanks to the Valentines they received from our supporters.
They send their gratitude to all the supporters who helped brighten their days & remind them they’re loved 🧵
These sweet friends are feeling extra special thanks to the Valentines they received from our supporters.
They send their gratitude to all the supporters who helped brighten their days & remind them they’re loved 🧵
February 11, 2026 at 9:46 PM
So much love for our pets today & so many happy faces to show for it!
These sweet friends are feeling extra special thanks to the Valentines they received from our supporters.
They send their gratitude to all the supporters who helped brighten their days & remind them they’re loved 🧵
These sweet friends are feeling extra special thanks to the Valentines they received from our supporters.
They send their gratitude to all the supporters who helped brighten their days & remind them they’re loved 🧵
This prince, this smokeshow, this baby angel man is Ed!
Yes, he is cross-eyed & yes, he WILL steal your girl.
Ed was found in a local cemetery & is looking for a foster home where he can enjoy some much-needed pampering while we work to get him healthier 🧵
Yes, he is cross-eyed & yes, he WILL steal your girl.
Ed was found in a local cemetery & is looking for a foster home where he can enjoy some much-needed pampering while we work to get him healthier 🧵
February 11, 2026 at 3:00 PM
This prince, this smokeshow, this baby angel man is Ed!
Yes, he is cross-eyed & yes, he WILL steal your girl.
Ed was found in a local cemetery & is looking for a foster home where he can enjoy some much-needed pampering while we work to get him healthier 🧵
Yes, he is cross-eyed & yes, he WILL steal your girl.
Ed was found in a local cemetery & is looking for a foster home where he can enjoy some much-needed pampering while we work to get him healthier 🧵
Valentines have been rolling in & our pets are swooning over the love they're receiving!
Barbie sported a fabulous Valentine outfit to thank her fans & shy boy Johnny Cash is blushing to learn he has admirers 🥰
Many Valentine recipients have been waiting an esp. long time for love to find them 🧵
Barbie sported a fabulous Valentine outfit to thank her fans & shy boy Johnny Cash is blushing to learn he has admirers 🥰
Many Valentine recipients have been waiting an esp. long time for love to find them 🧵
February 10, 2026 at 1:47 PM
Valentines have been rolling in & our pets are swooning over the love they're receiving!
Barbie sported a fabulous Valentine outfit to thank her fans & shy boy Johnny Cash is blushing to learn he has admirers 🥰
Many Valentine recipients have been waiting an esp. long time for love to find them 🧵
Barbie sported a fabulous Valentine outfit to thank her fans & shy boy Johnny Cash is blushing to learn he has admirers 🥰
Many Valentine recipients have been waiting an esp. long time for love to find them 🧵
Will you be my Valentine? 💘
While rescued pets search for their special someone, send them a Valentine to reassure them that lifelong love is on the way!
You could choose like Eli, a gentle senior who lost her home & hopes to find her sweetheart soon, or any other pet in our care 🧵
While rescued pets search for their special someone, send them a Valentine to reassure them that lifelong love is on the way!
You could choose like Eli, a gentle senior who lost her home & hopes to find her sweetheart soon, or any other pet in our care 🧵
February 9, 2026 at 1:52 PM
Will you be my Valentine? 💘
While rescued pets search for their special someone, send them a Valentine to reassure them that lifelong love is on the way!
You could choose like Eli, a gentle senior who lost her home & hopes to find her sweetheart soon, or any other pet in our care 🧵
While rescued pets search for their special someone, send them a Valentine to reassure them that lifelong love is on the way!
You could choose like Eli, a gentle senior who lost her home & hopes to find her sweetheart soon, or any other pet in our care 🧵
PAWS’ Old City Adoption Center is crawling with cuties! 💕
See who’s waiting to meet you → phillypaws.org/adopt/cats/
See who’s waiting to meet you → phillypaws.org/adopt/cats/
February 7, 2026 at 5:27 PM
PAWS’ Old City Adoption Center is crawling with cuties! 💕
See who’s waiting to meet you → phillypaws.org/adopt/cats/
See who’s waiting to meet you → phillypaws.org/adopt/cats/
We’re starting the year on a high note with 133 pets adopted in January!
That’s not just a number, it’s a whole lot of lives changed for the better.
These are a few snapshots of all that joy — including PAWS executive director Melissa Levy, who welcomed senior pup Doc Hudson to the family! 🧵
That’s not just a number, it’s a whole lot of lives changed for the better.
These are a few snapshots of all that joy — including PAWS executive director Melissa Levy, who welcomed senior pup Doc Hudson to the family! 🧵
February 6, 2026 at 7:31 PM
We’re starting the year on a high note with 133 pets adopted in January!
That’s not just a number, it’s a whole lot of lives changed for the better.
These are a few snapshots of all that joy — including PAWS executive director Melissa Levy, who welcomed senior pup Doc Hudson to the family! 🧵
That’s not just a number, it’s a whole lot of lives changed for the better.
These are a few snapshots of all that joy — including PAWS executive director Melissa Levy, who welcomed senior pup Doc Hudson to the family! 🧵
Cable Car may look a little different, but he’s just as deserving of love!
This sweet boy is looking for a foster home & hoping you can help.
He was found in poor condition with a severe ulcer on his mouth, likely due to an untreated allergy & he’s now come down with a shelter cold 🧵
This sweet boy is looking for a foster home & hoping you can help.
He was found in poor condition with a severe ulcer on his mouth, likely due to an untreated allergy & he’s now come down with a shelter cold 🧵
February 6, 2026 at 12:59 PM
Cable Car may look a little different, but he’s just as deserving of love!
This sweet boy is looking for a foster home & hoping you can help.
He was found in poor condition with a severe ulcer on his mouth, likely due to an untreated allergy & he’s now come down with a shelter cold 🧵
This sweet boy is looking for a foster home & hoping you can help.
He was found in poor condition with a severe ulcer on his mouth, likely due to an untreated allergy & he’s now come down with a shelter cold 🧵
Side Salad isn’t just a side dish — he’s ready to be your whole meal! 🥗
At ~1, this bouncy pup has 3 passions: playing fetch, giving endless kisses & being as close to his people as possible.
His foster calls him a “10/10 snuggle buddy” who'll happily hop into your lap & soak up your affection 🧵
At ~1, this bouncy pup has 3 passions: playing fetch, giving endless kisses & being as close to his people as possible.
His foster calls him a “10/10 snuggle buddy” who'll happily hop into your lap & soak up your affection 🧵
February 5, 2026 at 3:42 PM
Side Salad isn’t just a side dish — he’s ready to be your whole meal! 🥗
At ~1, this bouncy pup has 3 passions: playing fetch, giving endless kisses & being as close to his people as possible.
His foster calls him a “10/10 snuggle buddy” who'll happily hop into your lap & soak up your affection 🧵
At ~1, this bouncy pup has 3 passions: playing fetch, giving endless kisses & being as close to his people as possible.
His foster calls him a “10/10 snuggle buddy” who'll happily hop into your lap & soak up your affection 🧵
Urgent: PAWS' pet pantry is severely low on supplies & we need your help!
Food insecurity continues to be an acute issue for many Philly neighbors — especially those with pets.
Plus, recent snow & prolonged freezing temps have made an already difficult situation even harder 🧵
Food insecurity continues to be an acute issue for many Philly neighbors — especially those with pets.
Plus, recent snow & prolonged freezing temps have made an already difficult situation even harder 🧵
February 4, 2026 at 6:07 PM
Urgent: PAWS' pet pantry is severely low on supplies & we need your help!
Food insecurity continues to be an acute issue for many Philly neighbors — especially those with pets.
Plus, recent snow & prolonged freezing temps have made an already difficult situation even harder 🧵
Food insecurity continues to be an acute issue for many Philly neighbors — especially those with pets.
Plus, recent snow & prolonged freezing temps have made an already difficult situation even harder 🧵
All Max wants is pets, but he just tested positive for ringworm 😭
He's desperate for affection & really bummed to be separated from everyone at the shelter.
He'd be overjoyed to finish his treatment in a foster home with you!
This fungal infection of the skin is mild, but lengthy to treat 🧵
He's desperate for affection & really bummed to be separated from everyone at the shelter.
He'd be overjoyed to finish his treatment in a foster home with you!
This fungal infection of the skin is mild, but lengthy to treat 🧵
February 4, 2026 at 1:49 PM
All Max wants is pets, but he just tested positive for ringworm 😭
He's desperate for affection & really bummed to be separated from everyone at the shelter.
He'd be overjoyed to finish his treatment in a foster home with you!
This fungal infection of the skin is mild, but lengthy to treat 🧵
He's desperate for affection & really bummed to be separated from everyone at the shelter.
He'd be overjoyed to finish his treatment in a foster home with you!
This fungal infection of the skin is mild, but lengthy to treat 🧵
This friendly grandpa is looking for a foster home!
Arnold is a low-riding sweetheart who found himself at @acctphilly.bsky.social after his beloved human sadly passed away.
He has kennel cough & some ouchie hips but still a cheerful guy looking for stability after such a big change 🧵
Arnold is a low-riding sweetheart who found himself at @acctphilly.bsky.social after his beloved human sadly passed away.
He has kennel cough & some ouchie hips but still a cheerful guy looking for stability after such a big change 🧵
February 3, 2026 at 9:00 PM
This friendly grandpa is looking for a foster home!
Arnold is a low-riding sweetheart who found himself at @acctphilly.bsky.social after his beloved human sadly passed away.
He has kennel cough & some ouchie hips but still a cheerful guy looking for stability after such a big change 🧵
Arnold is a low-riding sweetheart who found himself at @acctphilly.bsky.social after his beloved human sadly passed away.
He has kennel cough & some ouchie hips but still a cheerful guy looking for stability after such a big change 🧵
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Hey #Philly, my super sweet senior foster Nick is still available for adoption at @phillypaws.bsky.social phillypaws.org/adopt/cats/#... #caturday #philadelphia #cats
January 31, 2026 at 7:43 PM
Hey #Philly, my super sweet senior foster Nick is still available for adoption at @phillypaws.bsky.social phillypaws.org/adopt/cats/#... #caturday #philadelphia #cats
When Capri Sun arrived at PAWS, he was in rough shape.
His labored breathing & painful mouth sores led to a calicivirus diagnosis — a contagious & potentially life-threatening disease.
Despite being uncomfortable & in urgent need of care, this sweet boy purred through exams & became a staff fav 🧵
His labored breathing & painful mouth sores led to a calicivirus diagnosis — a contagious & potentially life-threatening disease.
Despite being uncomfortable & in urgent need of care, this sweet boy purred through exams & became a staff fav 🧵
February 3, 2026 at 2:58 PM
When Capri Sun arrived at PAWS, he was in rough shape.
His labored breathing & painful mouth sores led to a calicivirus diagnosis — a contagious & potentially life-threatening disease.
Despite being uncomfortable & in urgent need of care, this sweet boy purred through exams & became a staff fav 🧵
His labored breathing & painful mouth sores led to a calicivirus diagnosis — a contagious & potentially life-threatening disease.
Despite being uncomfortable & in urgent need of care, this sweet boy purred through exams & became a staff fav 🧵
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January 31, 2026 at 5:12 PM
Hours left: Start or increase your monthly donation by midnight & unlock an extra $300 for pets like Bonk!
This special cat is safe at PAWS now, but when he arrived at @acctphilly.bsky.social, life as a stray had taken its toll.
A good Samaritan found Bonk in very poor health 🧵
This special cat is safe at PAWS now, but when he arrived at @acctphilly.bsky.social, life as a stray had taken its toll.
A good Samaritan found Bonk in very poor health 🧵
January 29, 2026 at 11:57 PM
Hours left: Start or increase your monthly donation by midnight & unlock an extra $300 for pets like Bonk!
This special cat is safe at PAWS now, but when he arrived at @acctphilly.bsky.social, life as a stray had taken its toll.
A good Samaritan found Bonk in very poor health 🧵
This special cat is safe at PAWS now, but when he arrived at @acctphilly.bsky.social, life as a stray had taken its toll.
A good Samaritan found Bonk in very poor health 🧵
This sensitive boy is very scared at the shelter & needs a foster ASAP.
Poor Jack misses his human — if you look closely, you’ll see it’s not a blanket in his crate, it’s his dad’s hoodie 🥺
Even though he’s is heartsick & homesick right now, you can ensure he doesn’t stay that way for long! 🧵
Poor Jack misses his human — if you look closely, you’ll see it’s not a blanket in his crate, it’s his dad’s hoodie 🥺
Even though he’s is heartsick & homesick right now, you can ensure he doesn’t stay that way for long! 🧵
January 29, 2026 at 3:11 PM
This sensitive boy is very scared at the shelter & needs a foster ASAP.
Poor Jack misses his human — if you look closely, you’ll see it’s not a blanket in his crate, it’s his dad’s hoodie 🥺
Even though he’s is heartsick & homesick right now, you can ensure he doesn’t stay that way for long! 🧵
Poor Jack misses his human — if you look closely, you’ll see it’s not a blanket in his crate, it’s his dad’s hoodie 🥺
Even though he’s is heartsick & homesick right now, you can ensure he doesn’t stay that way for long! 🧵
Become a Constant Companion & power PAWS' rescue efforts all year, in all weather ❄️💪
We kicked off our Constant Companion Monthly Donor Challenge & in just 1 day, 30 monthly supporters have already joined or increased their giving, unlocking $9,000 for pets in need! 🧵
We kicked off our Constant Companion Monthly Donor Challenge & in just 1 day, 30 monthly supporters have already joined or increased their giving, unlocking $9,000 for pets in need! 🧵
January 28, 2026 at 11:39 PM
Become a Constant Companion & power PAWS' rescue efforts all year, in all weather ❄️💪
We kicked off our Constant Companion Monthly Donor Challenge & in just 1 day, 30 monthly supporters have already joined or increased their giving, unlocking $9,000 for pets in need! 🧵
We kicked off our Constant Companion Monthly Donor Challenge & in just 1 day, 30 monthly supporters have already joined or increased their giving, unlocking $9,000 for pets in need! 🧵
Marigold still seeks a foster or adopter ASAP!
She found a foster to ride out the snowstorm but is about to return to the shelter & would love to find a home where she can settle in & get cozy.
This sweet, morbidly obese 7-year-old arrived weighing 21 lbs. — nearly double her ideal weight 🧵
She found a foster to ride out the snowstorm but is about to return to the shelter & would love to find a home where she can settle in & get cozy.
This sweet, morbidly obese 7-year-old arrived weighing 21 lbs. — nearly double her ideal weight 🧵
January 28, 2026 at 2:18 PM
Marigold still seeks a foster or adopter ASAP!
She found a foster to ride out the snowstorm but is about to return to the shelter & would love to find a home where she can settle in & get cozy.
This sweet, morbidly obese 7-year-old arrived weighing 21 lbs. — nearly double her ideal weight 🧵
She found a foster to ride out the snowstorm but is about to return to the shelter & would love to find a home where she can settle in & get cozy.
This sweet, morbidly obese 7-year-old arrived weighing 21 lbs. — nearly double her ideal weight 🧵
Oliver says THANK YOU to the incredible volunteers, fosters & staff who made sure every PAWS animal was cared for during the winter storm.
Our adoptions & foster teams hustled to move all Adoption Center cats into temporary foster homes, along w/ many in-house animals from our Grays Ferry clinic 🧵
Our adoptions & foster teams hustled to move all Adoption Center cats into temporary foster homes, along w/ many in-house animals from our Grays Ferry clinic 🧵
January 28, 2026 at 2:11 PM
Oliver says THANK YOU to the incredible volunteers, fosters & staff who made sure every PAWS animal was cared for during the winter storm.
Our adoptions & foster teams hustled to move all Adoption Center cats into temporary foster homes, along w/ many in-house animals from our Grays Ferry clinic 🧵
Our adoptions & foster teams hustled to move all Adoption Center cats into temporary foster homes, along w/ many in-house animals from our Grays Ferry clinic 🧵
Want to save pets like Bubba all year while having a BIG impact?
If so, now's the perfect time to act!
For every new monthly PAWS donor who joins by 1/29, a generous supporter will make an additional $300 gift to us in your honor.
Best of all? There’s no limit to how much this match can grow! 🧵
If so, now's the perfect time to act!
For every new monthly PAWS donor who joins by 1/29, a generous supporter will make an additional $300 gift to us in your honor.
Best of all? There’s no limit to how much this match can grow! 🧵
January 27, 2026 at 9:04 PM
Want to save pets like Bubba all year while having a BIG impact?
If so, now's the perfect time to act!
For every new monthly PAWS donor who joins by 1/29, a generous supporter will make an additional $300 gift to us in your honor.
Best of all? There’s no limit to how much this match can grow! 🧵
If so, now's the perfect time to act!
For every new monthly PAWS donor who joins by 1/29, a generous supporter will make an additional $300 gift to us in your honor.
Best of all? There’s no limit to how much this match can grow! 🧵
✅ Does snow feel like a personal attack to you?
✅ Counting down the days until sunbathing season?
✅ Reading this from under a pile of blankets?
Barbie Dreamhouse is ready to make winter a little warmer with YOU!
At 3 years old, this adoptable princess knows exactly what she wants 🧵
✅ Counting down the days until sunbathing season?
✅ Reading this from under a pile of blankets?
Barbie Dreamhouse is ready to make winter a little warmer with YOU!
At 3 years old, this adoptable princess knows exactly what she wants 🧵
January 27, 2026 at 3:10 PM
✅ Does snow feel like a personal attack to you?
✅ Counting down the days until sunbathing season?
✅ Reading this from under a pile of blankets?
Barbie Dreamhouse is ready to make winter a little warmer with YOU!
At 3 years old, this adoptable princess knows exactly what she wants 🧵
✅ Counting down the days until sunbathing season?
✅ Reading this from under a pile of blankets?
Barbie Dreamhouse is ready to make winter a little warmer with YOU!
At 3 years old, this adoptable princess knows exactly what she wants 🧵
The snow may be a drag for many, but these PAWS fosters & alums had no problem enjoying the wintry weather (though some preferred to do so from the the couch)!
Has your pet team been snow adventure, or team couch cuddles?
Share a picture in the comments! ❄️💕
#petsky
Has your pet team been snow adventure, or team couch cuddles?
Share a picture in the comments! ❄️💕
#petsky
January 26, 2026 at 11:43 PM
The snow may be a drag for many, but these PAWS fosters & alums had no problem enjoying the wintry weather (though some preferred to do so from the the couch)!
Has your pet team been snow adventure, or team couch cuddles?
Share a picture in the comments! ❄️💕
#petsky
Has your pet team been snow adventure, or team couch cuddles?
Share a picture in the comments! ❄️💕
#petsky
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January 24, 2026 at 5:33 PM
Merry Paws has the cutest case of bedhead (you should see how he arrived!).
This kind senior has lots of love to give & can't wait to find a family to share his life with.
Found as a scared stray, he's blossomed in foster care — gaining confidence & enjoying the safety of home life 🧵
This kind senior has lots of love to give & can't wait to find a family to share his life with.
Found as a scared stray, he's blossomed in foster care — gaining confidence & enjoying the safety of home life 🧵
January 23, 2026 at 1:47 PM
Merry Paws has the cutest case of bedhead (you should see how he arrived!).
This kind senior has lots of love to give & can't wait to find a family to share his life with.
Found as a scared stray, he's blossomed in foster care — gaining confidence & enjoying the safety of home life 🧵
This kind senior has lots of love to give & can't wait to find a family to share his life with.
Found as a scared stray, he's blossomed in foster care — gaining confidence & enjoying the safety of home life 🧵