Welcome to CAWS

Upcoming Event – April 7, 2024: A Puuurfect Fundraising Dinner at Alfred Eames Cellars

CAWS is raising funds to cover costs of spay/neuter in our shelter and for local residents’ pets. Join us for an evening of locally sourced food and wine at Alfred Eames Cellars in Paonia, CO on April 7, 2024.

With Dinner, Live Music, Wine-grab, and More!

Farm-to-table menu with vegetarian and gluten-free options includes appetizers, local braised beef, gourmet salad, cheesecake.

BOOK NOW!

 


Welcome to Citizens for Animal Welfare and Shelter!

CAWS is dedicated to improving the lives of cats and dogs in the North Fork Valley.

We provide:

  • Emergency shelter for companion cats
  • Spay/Neuter Vouchers for North Fork Valley residents to help defray the cost of sterilizing dogs or cats
  • Education, pet food and low-cost spaying and neutering for families in need

It is our mission to make the lives of our North Fork pets healthier and happier.

Please consider making a donation to CAWS:

Barkin’ Bargains Thrift Shop: 970-527-5111

CAWS Animal Shelter Manager: 970-527-1051

News

Thank You Maddie’s Fund!

CAWS has recently been given a grant by the Maddie’s Fund Organization.   Maddie’s Fund®is a family foundation created in 1994 by Workday® co-founder Dave Duffield and his wife, Cheryl, who have endowed the Foundation with more than $300 million. Since then, the Foundation has awarded more than $187.8 million in grants toward increased community lifesaving, shelter …