Paws N Ada (Pontotoc Animal Welfare Society)
Campaigns
Scarface
Scarface is a 10 month old American Shorthair in Ada, OK, who needs $334.11 for Emergency visit.
Ada, OK • Paws N Ada (Pontotoc Animal Welfare Society)
Sweet Scarface Didn’t Mean to Get Hurt 💔 Scarface is just a baby. Only a few months old. Cold, scared, and desperate for warmth, he crawled inside a car—never knowing it would change his life forever. When the car started, Scarface suffered serious trauma to his face and nose. The pain was immediate. The damage was severe. This tiny kitten was rushed for emergency care just to give him a chance to breathe, heal, and survive. When we were asked to help him, we couldn’t say no. How do you turn away a kitten who has already been through so much? What we weren’t prepared for was the medical cost that came with saving his life. Scarface required: • Emergency examination • Pain control • Antibiotics • Laser therapy • Ongoing treatment for his injured nose His vet bill came to $334.11, and that’s just for initial care. While the clinic was kind enough to apply discounts, the balance is still due—and more care may be needed as he heals. Scarface didn’t ask for this. He didn’t choose this pain. He just wanted to be warm. If you’re able to donate—even a few dollars—you would be helping lift this burden and giving Scarface the chance to heal without suffering. Please help us cover Sweet Scarface’s medical bill and show him that kindness still exists. 🐾💔 Every share matters. Every dollar matters.
Odie and Hamy
Parvo Tried to Take Them — But We Couldn’t Let That Happen
Ada, OK • Paws N Ada (Pontotoc Animal Welfare Society)
This year has been brutal. With all the rain in Oklahoma, parvo has spread faster than we’ve ever seen. Normally, we’re able to keep it contained in the city’s Animal Control kennels. But this time, it hit home. Two of our own shelter dogs, Odie and Hamy, fell ill. Watching them grow weak from such a vicious virus was heartbreaking, but we refused to give up on them. Parvo is aggressive and fast-acting, especially for dogs already under stress in a shelter environment. Odie and Hamy both had to be rushed into emergency care, where they received round-the-clock treatment and intensive medical support. It was a difficult fight, but with expert care and lots of love, they made it through. We’re so thankful they pulled through, but the emergency treatment came with a cost we simply weren’t prepared for. The invoice is steep, and as a small organization, it’s more than we can carry on our own. That’s why we’re turning to you. Please help us cover the cost of saving these two precious lives. Every dollar gets us closer to paying off their treatment and continuing our mission to rescue, heal, and protect. They fought hard to survive — and now we’re fighting for them.
Cat Trap and Release
Help Us Save Lives. Support Our TNR & Spay/Neuter Program.
Ada, OK • Paws N Ada (Pontotoc Animal Welfare Society)
PAWS N Ada is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit on the front lines of feline welfare. As the contracted operator for our city’s pound, we provide a critical safety net for abandoned, stray, and feral cats. Right now, our shelter is overwhelmed—70+ orphaned kittens are in our care, and the number climbs daily. But we’re not just sheltering—we’re solving. 💡 Our Mission: TNR & Beyond Our Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) program is making a real impact. We take in feral cats from the city, provide full veterinary care, and release them safely back onto our property. Over time, many of these once-wild cats warm up to humans and find forever homes—or become happy, healthy barn cats. We’ve expanded our efforts to offer low-cost—and now with your help, FREE—spay/neuter services to the public. This is a lifeline for underserved community members and a long-term solution to the overpopulation crisis. But there’s a problem… 🚨 We’re Sinking Our resources are stretched to the breaking point. And just as we were making headway, our local city council paused cat pickups by animal control, cutting off a major intake stream. That means fewer cats are being altered and released, reversing our progress. We are doing everything we can—but we can’t do it alone. In 2025, we’ve already provided 136 free spay/neuter services to those unable to afford it—many more are waiting. 🎯 Our Goal: 114 TNR Spots Funded With your support, we can cover the cost of 114 additional TNR procedures—giving these cats a shot at a healthier life while reducing future suffering through population control. Each TNR procedure costs approximately $35, covering anesthesia, surgery, rabies, & ear tipping. 🐱 Donate Today. Save Lives Tomorrow. Your donation directly funds spay/neuter surgeries, medical supplies, and the care of kittens and feral cats. Every dollar helps prevent hundreds of unwanted litters and eases the burden on our overtaxed shelter system. 🙏 We’re not just fighting for cats. We’re fighting for balance, compassion, and a community that values every life. Be a part of the solution. Donate to the Cat Trap & Release Fundraiser today.
Jack
Jack is a 4 month old Australian Shepherd in Ada, OK, who needs $200 for Wound Care.
Ada, OK • Paws N Ada (Pontotoc Animal Welfare Society)
Paws N Ada Jack is a young 4-month-old puppy who was left alone to fend for himself after being dumped in a common dumping ground for pets in Oklahoma. Being so young and vulnerable, naturally he was attacked by another stray and was very seriously injured. A Good Samaritan contacted PAWS N Ada rescue reaching out for help for this poor puppy. Thankfully, the rescue team went in and were able to catch Jack. As soon as he was in their care, they immediately took him to their vet to be evaluated. The most concerning injury was the large gash on his stomach. The animal that attacked him created a deep wound, leaving his inside tissue exposed and susceptible to infection. He also had several puncture wounds on various parts of his body. Jack was quickly stitched up and given proper pain medication to manage his wounds. He is safe and being closely monitored as he heals. He has a long journey ahead, but will feel nothing but love and support. He is so young, it is heartbreaking the hardships he has already faced. PAWS N Ada is a non-profit that relies on donations to help dogs like little Jack. Like all dogs, Jack deserves a chance to grow up and be a healthy, happy dog. Please consider donating to support Jack!
Rocky
Rocky is a three-week-old puppy in Ada, OK, who needs $1,000 for emergency care.
Ada, OK • Paws N Ada (Pontotoc Animal Welfare Society)
***TURN EVERY $1 YOU GIVE ROCKY INTO $2! Support the Waggle FurEver Fund by becoming a monthly donor and Waggle will MATCH your first month’s donation, applying it directly to Rocky’s care. Once you’ve clicked DONATE, simply select the MONTHLY DONATION option.*** A good Samaritan spotted Rocky abandoned along the highway and immediately stopped to help. Thank goodness they did; the two-week-old puppy probably would not have lived much longer! His jaw was broken and bloody. The person brought Rocky to animal control. The officer there took one look at the bleeding pup and raced him to an animal hospital. When Pontotoc Animal Welfare Society heard about this puppy's close call, they came to his rescue. Now, they need your help raising money for his medical care. His jaw is likely broken in two places, but the nonprofit group says he's just like "Rocky," the fighter! "Rocky is defying all odds," Sarah E., with the nonprofit group, tells Waggle. "With his broken jaw, we didn't know if he would make it. But with us giving him the tools and support needed, he will live." Please give so Rocky can win his fight! He's so adorable; who can resist that face? "If we aren't fighting for them, who will," Sarah says. "Rocky deserves a chance at a life of love and happiness. We want to give that to him."