AdoptionIndependent dog and cat shelter
P.A.W.S. of Tinley Park — Peoples Animal Welfare Society
Tinley Park, Illinois
P.A.W.S. of Tinley Park is an independently governed nonprofit shelter for dogs and cats. Its mission combines sheltering abandoned, lost and relinquished pets, finding permanent homes, humane education and spay/neuter programs. It explicitly identifies itself as separate from PAWS Chicago. Animals may be at the shelter or in foster homes; current official rosters include both. The organization describes itself as no-kill, while its FAQ allows euthanasia for dangerous behavior or medical necessity. Humane-education tours for groups and children can be arranged through info@pawstinleypark.org. Adult volunteers help with animal care, cleaning, dog walking, cat socialization, adoption outreach, events and administration. Apply through the homepage’s working Volunteer Application link and discuss interests, abilities and any physical limitations. Adult volunteers must be 18 or older, attend orientation and normally commit to a regular shift of at least three hours weekly for six months. The page estimates four–six weeks for application processing. Closed-toe shoes are required; clogs are prohibited and long pants recommended. Friends or relatives must register separately, and children cannot accompany an adult volunteer. Court-ordered service is not offered. The current homepage marks its September 2026 adult orientations postponed, so confirm the next session directly at volunteer@pawstinleypark.org rather than relying on an old date.
- Animals:
- Dogs, Cats
- Services:
- Adoption, Fostering, Volunteering, Low-cost spay / neuter
