We Are Paws Give Me Purpose

We are not a big organization, but we try our hardest to do big things for the dogs that no one else stepped up to help during their time of need.

We give the abused, neglected and unwanted souls a life, a chance to be loved, cherished and to learn that not all humans are unkind.

Rescue is difficult, and providing sanctuary can be even more difficult. It can be the most heartbreaking, gut wrenching thing you will ever do.

It is putting your feelings aside to help a dog in need. It is getting a call about a dog that we don’t have room to save.

It is realizing that no matter how hard we try, we can’t save them all.

It is doubting what you do, because of the sixteen hour day you have ahead, and a sleepless night.

It is waking up so tired you can hardly move. It is realizing you have muscles that hurt when you didn’t know they could.

It is seeing the pain and suffering in a dog’s eyes. It is loving a dog with your whole entire being even though you have just met them.

It is sitting for days on end trying to gain a dog’s trust. It is seeing endless abuse and neglect every single day. It is seeing a lost yet beautiful soul.

It is seeing the ugliest parts of the human race, leaving you with so many questions you wish you had the answers to.

It is holding on to a dog’s body so tight as they pass away in your arms and your heart shatters leaving you feeling so defeated.

It is when you don’t think you can take another loss and you don’t have any more tears to cry. It takes a toll on you mentally, physically, emotionally. It will sometimes break you, but it is important work that you do.

We are Paws Give Me Purpose Sanctuary, and YOU are a big part of our team. Though our job is tough and it may get tougher, we thank you endlessly for granting us the ability to do what we do.

Meet Sampson

Dogs with special needs like one of our newest residents, Sampson, are often abandoned by humans who promised to love them forever. Thanks to supporters like you, Sammy is alive today and will be loved and cared for the rest of his life.

Paws Give Me Purpose takes in a never-ending stream of sad, hopeful, and fearful faces that look to us to make it all better.

Sammy came to us when no one else stepped up during his time of need. Sitting alone in a shelter kennel is very difficult on any dog, let alone a paralyzed one. Sammy requires very specialized care, and that is something unfortunately that a busy shelter environment cannot provide.  

Sammy and all of his Sanctuary friends need people with extra big hearts to help us give them their second chance at life. A major part of what we do here at the Sanctuary is provide ongoing medical support and treatment for all the dogs in our care. We work closely with our Veterinary team to maintain a good quality of life for our Sanctuary residents for as long as they are with us. 

Only with your help, can we continue our mission of giving unwanted, abused, neglected, senior, hospice and special needs animals life for no matter how long they are with us. More than ever, your support is critical!

Each contribution, big or small, goes directly towards the care of our Sanctuary residents.

Won’t you please consider making a generous gift, sponsor a Sanctuary resident, or become a Guardian Angel to our Sanctuary?

We have dedicated our lives to those that no one else will save; but we cannot continue to do this without you!

Venmo: @PAWSGIVEMEPURPOSE-INC

***Please beware of imposter accounts on Venmo that vary slightly in name***

PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RKUHNPAA3ND3C

Sponsor a Sanctuary Resident: https://www.pawsgivemepurpose.com/our-sanctuary-residents-1/

Become a Guardian Angel: https://www.pawsgivemepurpose.com/become-a-sanctuary-guardian-angel/

By Mail:
Paws Give Me Purpose Inc.
2 Jade Lane 
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002

Directly toward our Vet Bills:
House Paws Mobile Veterinary Service 
(856) 234-5230

We thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Hello From Nemo

Hi, my name is Nemo, I am a little old man and my home is Paws Give Me Purpose Sanctuary. 

I was extremely neglected in my past and then I was left to die on the street. Thankfully someone found me and brought me to the shelter who got in touch with Paws Give Me Purpose. PGMP saved me from losing my life too soon and I am extremely grateful for this second chance. 

The photo below, is a picture of my leg. Yes, I know it looks awful, like it would be a painful injury or scab of sorts, but it’s not. 

I went to a special veterinarian and they told me it’s actually a tumor, called a hemangiosarcoma. It’s such a big scary word, but I’m not letting it bother me. The specialist advised us to leave this tumor alone, and allow me to enjoy my final chapter. 

I am not in any pain, I have full use of my leg, and am very comfortable. I am in fact living my life to the fullest. 

I am soaking up all the endless love here at PGMP Sanctuary. I love snuggling and playing with both my 2-legged and 4-legged friends, and enjoy the home cooked meals. My favorite is the chicken thigh and rice casserole. It’s Auntie Shelley’s recipe and it’s to die for! And when it’s not too hot, I love simply laying in the sunshine. 

Even though I am old and have some pretty serious medical issues going on, my life still matters. I am not ready to leave this world just yet, and when it’s time I will let my PGMP family know. 

For now, I wag my tail, I lean my head into my people’s hands and sigh with trust; I know they love me. 

Love does not have an expiration date; senior dogs like me deserve forever too no matter how long or short that forever may be. 

Please don’t give up on your senior dog. I am here to tell you that dogs like me are so incredibly worth it!