Give Today to Animals who need you.
Donate to second chances and saving lives now.
We rely on the generous financial support of our community to provide care & the opportunity to have a second chance to the animals of Dorchester County. Founded in 1972, Dorchester Paws is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to improving the lives of dogs & cats that are lost, abandoned, or abused.
Dorchester Paws is NOT a county owned facility. Dorchester County government provides 13% of funding to our annual operating budget. That means we rely on donations to make up the other 87% of our budget.
We are a private shelter that takes in nearly 4,000 animals each year, with sometimes over 500 animals in our care.
Our funding goes to provide each dog & cat food, shelter, & medical attention until they find their forever home on top of other expenses. Help us care for them by donating today!
All gifts are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
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136 Four Paws Lane
Summerville, SC 29483
843-871-3820
Serving Dorchester County, South Carolina since 1972
Adoption Hours:
Monday – Sunday
12 – 5 p.m.
Admission Hours:
Monday – Saturday
12 – 5 p.m.
Volunteer Hours:
Monday – Sunday
8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.