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When a crisis strikes, people are often encouraged to ask for help. What is rarely discussed is the quiet reason many do not. Their pet Across the country, individuals facing medical emergencies, mental health treatment, domestic violence, addiction recovery, homelessness, or natural disasters are forced into impossible decisions. Seek safety, or protect the animal they love. Too often, there is no system in place to do both. Paws N Claws for the Cause was created to change t

A pride of rescued African lions lounges together at The Wild Animal Sanctuary, enjoying the open space and companionship they never had in captivity.  The Wild Animal Sanctuary (TWAS) is not your typical wildlife park. It’s a refuge where lions, tigers, bears, and other majestic animals get a second chance at life  – free from the abuse and neglect they once endured. Founded in 1980 in Colorado, the sanctuary’s mission is twofold: rescue captive exotic animals in need  and e

Welcome to Paws N Claws for the Cause: A Movement of Compassion, Connection, and Second Chances. 1 Million People Donating $1.00 Equals $1,000,000 in Compassion. Every great movement begins with a story — one rooted in love, hope, and the belief that we can do better. Paws N Claws for the Cause  was born from exactly that: a deeply personal journey through addiction, mental health challenges, recovery, and the healing power of animals. There was a time when I, like so many ot