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PAWS-PATAS
Who we are
Our journey began in 1989, when a group of enthusiastic volunteers came together with a shared passion for animal welfare.
In 1996, we became officially registered as a charity in Spain.
Our shelter is located between Los Gallardos and Turre, and we primarily operate within the Levante Comarca area, which includes Vera, Antas, Bédar, Lubrín, Sorbas, Los Gallardos, Turre, Mojácar and Garrucha.
We’re always looking for dedicated individuals to help us continue our vital work. Whether you’re local or just passionate about animals, there’s a place for you at PAWS-PATAS.
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Our organisation
In 1985, Karen Polansky and a group of dedicated friends laid the foundations for what would become the area’s first animal welfare society near Mojácar.

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What people say
Marina2025-02-18Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tom Robinson2025-02-02Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My girlfriend and I volunteered at Paws Patas for 2.5 weeks in January and absolutely loved the experience. They have really fostered a beautiful community of volunteers at Paws and we cannot be more thankful for the experience we had. All the cats and dogs are an absolute delight to work with. A special thank you to Sarah and Darren who really made the experience as comfortable and enjoyable as ever. Martin Van Caelenbergh2024-12-29Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. you are doing an amazing job @PAWS-PATS Animal Shelter ! keep up the good work and for sure I will be back. Many thanks to Sue and Sarah for guiding me through the day @PAWS-PATAS Animal Shelter Gilian Della2024-12-26Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Adopted a small dog a few days ago. Everything was put speedily into place to enable us to take him home ASAP. Blood tests, home visit, medication, micro chipped. 🐾🐾🐾 Warren Woolgar2024-12-03Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I love this Dog shelter, lovely dogs to walk . Friendly and nice staff Paul craeye2024-11-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. AMAYA FERNANDEZ TRINCADO2024-10-15Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Hacen una gran labor Susanne F.2024-10-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fernando Marin2024-09-28Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sorina Stoleriu2024-09-18Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Hola tengo dos perros que ya no puedo tener por ahora conmigo en la casa ,pero tampoco los quiero abandonar ,quisiera saber si los puedo dejar con ustedes y volver a por ellos en un par de meses hasta que encuentre yo otra casa.Muchas gracias y espero su respuesta.Pero porque no ponen un número de teléfono?Load moreVerified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
Where we are
Message from our President
01 January 2025 - Since becoming President in July after the death of Richard Brotherston-Barnett, I have continued the good work he started.The shelter land is now registered in the name of PAWS-PATAS and we are in the process of legalising all the buildings.The old van that was still registered in the name of PAWS-PATAS has now …