P.A.W.S

When people begin the journey of adopting a pet, one of the most common questions is: why is there an adoption fee? For organizations like P.A.W.S. Hancock, the answer is simple—those fees are essential to saving lives. Shelters and rescues exist to protect, rehabilitate, and rehome animals in need. While the goal is always to place pets into loving homes, the work that happens behind the scenes requires significant time, effort, and financial support.

Since 2018, Tricia Corder has been sharing her time and talents with P.A.W.S. Hancock, bringing the personalities of countless animals to life through her photography.

Kitten season is right around the corner—and while it may sound adorable, it’s actually one of the busiest and most critical times of year here at P.A.W.S. Hancock.

Since joining P.A.W.S. Hancock in 2023, Jacob Stephens has been a steady and thoughtful part of the rescue team. What began as a desire for a “productive and healthy outlet” for his free time quickly turned into a meaningful way to give back—because, as he puts it, helping animals is “just about the best thing” he could think of doing.