GENTLE
PAWS
PAWS
Our
Mission
Mission
Gentle Paws is a registered non-profit animal shelter located in Warsaw. We collaborate with local shelters to provide adoption support, behavioral assessments and safe rehoming for abandoned pets.
We believe that behind every rescued cat or dog, there’s a person with a big heart, someone willing to give them a second chance. We work to share their stories and remind people that compassion can change a life. For our furry friends, even the smallest gesture can mean the world.
We believe that behind every rescued cat or dog, there’s a person with a big heart, someone willing to give them a second chance. We work to share their stories and remind people that compassion can change a life. For our furry friends, even the smallest gesture can mean the world.
Every animal deserves to
be safe and loved!
be safe and loved!
Meet Cats and Dogs Waiting for Adoption
Every week, new cats and dogs arrive at our partner shelters in Warsaw. From playful kittens to loyal seniors, each animal is looking for a loving home. Browse our adoption listings and find your new best friend today.
How Adoption Works?
Browse Our Available Pets
and Learn About Them
and Learn About Them
Write Us an E-Mail
Initial Review and Home visi
First Contact with Pet and
Adoption agreement
Adoption agreement
Frequently Asked Questions About Pet Adoption
To adopt a pet in Warsaw with Gentle Paws, you start by browsing available cats and dogs on our website. After choosing an animal, you submit an online adoption form. Our team or partner shelter reviews your application, contacts you if needed, and arranges a meeting with the pet before final approval.
Anyone over 18 years old with a valid ID and stable living conditions can adopt a dog or cat in Warsaw. If you rent an apartment, you may be asked to confirm that pets are allowed. The goal is to ensure a safe and permanent home for every animal.
The adoption process typically takes between 3 and 7 days, depending on the animal and the shelter’s requirements. This includes application review, a meeting with the pet, and completing the adoption agreement.
Yes, most adoptions include a small adoption fee. At Gentle Paws, the fee usually covers vaccination, microchipping, sterilization, and basic veterinary care. Adoption fees help shelters continue rescuing and caring for animals in need.
Absolutely. If you’re not ready to adopt a pet, you can still help by volunteering at a local animal shelter in Warsaw, becoming a temporary foster home, donating food or supplies, or supporting shelters financially. Even small acts of kindness make a big difference for homeless animals.
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