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P.A.W.S
Partners for Animal Welfare Society


Eight Years Waiting for Kindness
Kyra is an 8-year-old Great Pyrenees who spent her entire life living in a kennel on an Amish property. She didn’t know soft beds, walks, toys, or what it felt like to be part of a family. Most of her life was spent watching the world from behind a fence. Kyra’s new chapter is finally beginning, and we can’t wait to see her enjoy the life she should have had all along.
Sarah Haag
May 7


Top Pet Names of 2026
Here are the most popular pet naming trends heading into 2026—based on nationwide data from Trupanion—which analyzed over 130,000 pets.
Sarah Haag
Apr 21


Small Paws, Big Need: Understanding Kitten Season
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.
Sarah Haag
Mar 19


Volunteer Spotlight: Jessica Stapleton – Guinea Pig Foster Extraordinaire
Volunteer Spotlight: Jessica Stapleton - Guinea Pig Foster Extraordinaire
Sarah Haag
Nov 11, 2025


From Tokyo to Tijuana: The Heart of Pet Adoption Worldwide
Every adopted pet carries a story, and those stories stretch far beyond borders. They are tales of survival, resilience, and second chances, shaped not only by the animals themselves but also by the way each culture views the bond between humans and animals.
Sarah Haag
Aug 26, 2025


P.A.W.S. Hancock Launches Its First 24-Hour Microchip Station to Help Reunite Lost Pets with Owners
P.A.W.S. President, Jason Taylor, with the new 24-hour Microchip Scanner at 1224 W. Main Street, Greenfield, IN. Hancock County just took...
Sarah Haag
May 14, 2025


Volunteer Spotlight: Andi Allender
This month, we are thrilled to recognize Andi Allender as P.A.W.S. Hancock’s Volunteer of the Month. Since joining our team in November...
Sarah Haag
Apr 15, 2025


Analyzing 2024 Dog and Cat Surrenders, Abandonments, and Adoptions in Indiana
In 2024, Indiana’s animal shelters faced significant challenges as they dealt with a large influx of surrendered and abandoned pets. This...
Sarah Haag
Mar 1, 2025


Wildlife Rescue Resources
Spring! It’s the time of year when animals start coming out again after staying hidden away during the winter. If you spend any time...
Sarah Haag
Apr 1, 2024
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