Paws and Claws Humane Society of Rochester MN, strives to promote and provide humane protection and shelter for abandoned or lost companion animals, and seek adoptive homes for companion animals under their protective care.



New Leash On Life 5K Dog Run/3K Fun Walk Online Registration


Featured Pets

Mimi

Come experience the many faces of MIMI, a sweet, petite, and friendly 3-year-old girl who delights in action-packed games like chase-the-string and laser-light tag.  This lively lass will provide hours of entertainment with her comical antics... more »

Stanley

Meet Stanley! He is a sweet German Shepherd mix, who came to Paws & Claws when he was found running as a stray. When he first came to the shelter, he was new to a lot of the normal things a dog loves such as walking on a leash and he needed... more »

Pippi

Meet Pippi! She came into Paws and Claws when her owner was no longer able to care for her. She is a very adorable and young girl! Pippi is full of spunk and energy! She has been working on some training, but Pippi would benefit from continued... more »

Sya

SYA is a striking tuxedo cat who has come a long way since her arrival at the shelter.  This 4-year-old girl had a very hard time adjusting to life here because of the many cats that seemed to invade her space, which oftentimes made her cranky... more »

News & Events

Catch up on all of the Paws & Claws news and events right here. We regularly update this section with new information and happenings. Check back often!

New Leash on Life 5K Dog Run/3K Fun Walk ... more >>

RAC of SE MN sponsoring MnSNAP low cost spay/neuter visit for community ... more >>

Downtown Stewartville's Fall Harvest Day - September 18th ... more >>

Paws and Claws Auction October 9th, 2010 ... more >>

Online Paws & Claws Newsletter ... more >>

Adoption Days ... more >>

New Fundraiser >>

Donate a Kuranda dog bed to Paws and Claws ... more >>

Aluminum Can Recycling Opportunity

    Wanted: Places to put collection cans. If you have a business or know of a business what is willing to host a collection can, please call the PCHS office at 507-288-7226. ... more >>

Inkjet Cartridge Recycling Opportunity ... more >>

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Capital Campaign


We have now reached 71% of our campaign goal.

Please click here to learn more about this exciting project.

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Emergency Care Fund

Why Donate to the Emergency Care Fund?

The Emergency Care Fund provides us with the resources to pay for medical treatment for animals (like Hershey pictured here) with critical injuries or illness. Please click on the link above to learn more about how you can help.

If you'd like to donate to the Emergency Care Fund, you are welcome to use our online donation form. Please indicate "Emergency Care Fund" in the Special Instructions box.

ShelterCare Program

Protect your pet. ShelterCare Pet Insurance Programs

Our Mission

The Paws & Claws Mission is to:

* Promote and provide humane protection and shelter for abandoned or lost companion animals.
* Seek adoptive homes for companion animals under our protective care.
* Provide public education regarding the societal problem of animal overpopulation.
* Promote the principles of responsible companion animal care.
* Advocate the spaying and neutering of all companion animals.

Paws & Claws does not euthanize except on the advice of a veterinarian in the case of critical injury, terminal illness, debilitating pain, or severe behavioral problem in which the animal is a danger to themselves, other animals or humans.

About Our Organization

The Paws & Claws Humane Society (PCHS) of Rochester, Minnesota does not receive money from government agencies to help meet expenses for the shelter and care of companion animals in need of happy homes. Instead, PCHS relies on donations from concerned individuals for much of its operating revenue.

That's why it is so important that PCHS keeps its membership ranks strong. Are you a member of PCHS? Do you know of a friend or family member who would like to join?

Interested in becoming a volunteer?