Pet and Wildlife Rescue
Our Mission
Pet and Wildlife Rescue is dedicated to raising animal care standards and promoting respectful human-animal relationships throughout Chatham-Kent. We provide compassionate care for abandoned and surrendered animals while fostering a community built on kindness, empathy, and education.
Who We Are
As a registered charity, we serve as a vital resource for our community by operating two open-admission shelters in Chatham and Wallaceburg. Our work is driven by a deep commitment to animal welfare, offering a safe haven for thousands of pets in need every year while also providing essential animal control and pound services for the county.
How We Help
Our organization is a hub of support that goes beyond standard shelter operations. Through a combination of dedicated shelter facilities and an approved foster home network, we provide temporary care for surrendered pets, operate a local pet food bank, and offer critical assistance to injured or orphaned wildlife. We are proud to partner with local institutions, including the University of Guelph's Ridgetown Campus, to provide meaningful opportunities for students and volunteers to learn and contribute to animal welfare.
Finding Your Perfect Match
Adoption is a life-changing decision, and we are here to help you find a companion who fits perfectly into your home. We prioritize thoughtful matching, working closely with prospective families to ensure each animal’s unique personality and needs are met with the right environment. We believe that every adoption is the beginning of a beautiful, lifelong partnership.
Start Your Journey Today
Ready to meet your new best friend? We invite you to browse our current list of adoptable cats, dogs, and small animals online or visit our shelters in Chatham and Wallaceburg to see who is waiting for a family. Your support allows us to continue providing the care our animal friends deserve—come by and see how you can make a difference today.
- Dedicated and compassionate staff
- Efficient and modernized adoption process
- Operational friction with staff demeanor
10/21 - Don’t miss out! Grab your tickets and join us THIS FRIDAY for our Sons of Kats VIP Party! We’ll be revealing the winning cat and our brand-new beer label, giving away some great prizes, and celebrating an amazing contest that supports a great cause! Buy tickets here: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/paw-pet-and-wildlife-rescue/events/sons-of-kats-vip-night/?fbclid=IwY2xjawVDS6ZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mBWJyaWQRMWNlVUxkbmsyYlpjdGZ4UjBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeFYfIluW29QWx13ODm23n4cBqEVKihuA_c63EqIF42vlPQ-kMi3zXp14qx3U_aem_pGd59ppyN_W8y0futyCFnQ#ticketInfo Come celebrate, raise a glass, and help us support the animals in our care. We can’t wait to see you there!
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10/20 - Our sponsorship packages are killer… literally no one is safe! A huge thank you to Chatham Honda for sponsoring Woof Dun It once again this year! We’re so grateful for your continued support and the partnership we’re lucky to have. Get your detective hats on, we’ll see you November 21st!
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10/19 - Have you spotted our cats around Sons of Kent yet?! We’ve dropped off some special coasters featuring the adorable cats entered in our Sons of Kats beer label contest! Keep an eye out for them as we count down to the big reveal! Join us THIS FRIDAY for our VIP Reveal Party, where we’ll unveil the winning beer label! Tickets are $20 and include 1 beer, plus a chance to win some door prizes! Grab your tickets here: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/paw-pet-and-wildlife-rescue/events/sons-of-kats-vip-night/?fbclid=IwZnRzaAVDSzZjbGNrBTBjFWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAHBkb2YFYnJpZBExU25WWUVJYXJHQXhmVjB6QXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4RrzxCF_wdC8Dp1H4PE1o8i2OoW_zgFQ0nHkpXct3-slPZpkEkw3ZRNGirQw_aem_FxO1_cBK8Wn9dBO4SSwlWw#ticketInfo
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10/17 - A huge thank you to everyone who came out to Pumpkin Paw-looza last night! We had a blast getting creative with all of you, all while making a difference for the animals in our care. Let this be a reminder that giving back to shelter pets can be just as fun as it is meaningful!
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10/16 - Have a stab at solving the clues! Have you grabbed your tickets for Woof Dun It? Join us on Saturday, November 21 at Links of Kent for an evening abroad our luxury cruise where scandals, secrets, suspicious characters, and one shocking murder have you guessing until the very end. Gather your crew, enjoy a delicious dinner, and put your detective skills to the test as you work to uncover the killer before the final reveal. Tickets are available now at: https://pawr.org/product/woof-dun-it-a-murder-mystery-dinner-nov-21/ Don’t wait too long- the ship is filling up, and this is one voyage you won’t want to miss!
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10/15 - TOMORROW IS PUMPKIN PAW-LOOZA! Still looking for some fall fun? We’ve got a few tickets left! Join us TOMORROW for a night of pumpkin decorating, adorable shelter pets, and plenty of fall fun! Spots are limited, so grab your tickets before they’re gone: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/paw-pet-and-wildlife-rescue/events/pumpkin-pawlooza/
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10/11 - ALL ABOARD! Our ship is getting ready to set sail on November 21st, and you won’t want to miss this adventure. Join us for Woof Dun It, our 3rd annual murder mystery dinner, for a night of mystery, suspense, and fun! Grab your tickets now before we set sail without you! https://pawr.org/product/woof-dun-it-a-murder-mystery-dinner-nov-21/
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10/10 - Our Pumpkin Paw-Looza night is just over a week away! Don’t forget to grab your tickets for a night of pumpkin decorating with some of our adorable shelter pets by your side. Trust us, the company will be cute… and maybe a little distracting! Grab tickets here: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/paw-pet-and-wildlife-rescue/events/pumpkin-pawlooza/
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10/6 - Pumpkins everywhere, kittens underfoot, and absolutely no respect for personal workspace. If this sounds like fun…you won’t want to miss this! Join us October 16th for our Pumpkin Paw-Looza where we will be decorating pumpkins & snuggling shelter pets. Tickets are $20, with two time slots to choose from. Come decorate a pumpkin, hang out with shelter pets, and embrace the chaos! Buy tickets here: https://pawr.org/event/pumpkin-paw-looza-oct-16/
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10/5 - 🚨 JUST 2 HOURS LEFT! 🚨 Make those final votes count before the contest officially closes at MIDNIGHT! Don’t wait—get your last-minute votes in now and help your favourite cat take the top spot! ENTER & VOTE NOW: https://www.gogophotocontest.com/sonsofkats And stay tuned… we’ll be sharing details soon on how we’ll reveal the winning beer label! 👀
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10/2 - No matter how young or old your cat is, they could be the next star on a Sons of Kent beer label! Enter your cat for their chance to take the spotlight — but hurry! The contest ends SUNDAY at midnight! ENTER & VOTE HERE: https://www.gogophotocontest.com/sonsofkats
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9/29 - We’re so happy to share that Little Debbie is doing great in her foster home! She’s being loved on, growing stronger every day, and continuing to regain her strength, balance and vision. None of this would be possible without the incredible community that has rallied behind her. A huge thank you to her vets, animal care team, foster family, everyone who donated, shared kind words, and helped share Little Debbie’s story. Every bit of support has played a part in her healing journey. Thanks to you, we’ve raised $1,628 toward our $2,500 goal to help cover Little Debbie’s ongoing care. We’re getting closer! Thank you for continuing to cheer this little girl on. We can’t wait to see just how far she goes. ❤️
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9/28 - Did you know that often, a dog's fur grows back white after a cut or scrape. This makes us wonder what Care Bear has been through prior to his arrival here.
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