Growth & Community
Meet Pepper
Right now, we are independently fostering a sweet dog named Pepper. When his family needed help, we stepped in to provide a safe, calm place where he could be cared for and loved while his mom focuses on getting healthy again. Our goal isn’t just temporary shelter—it’s keeping families together whenever possible.
Pepper isn’t available for adoption at this time, as the hope is that he’ll be reunited with his mother once she’s well enough to care for him again. In the meantime, he’s being supported with patience, routine, and plenty of affection—exactly what we believe every dog deserves during times of uncertainty.
Pepper has a big personality wrapped in a gentle, slightly shy heart. Watching him relax, trust, and truly feel at home has been incredibly rewarding. Stories like Pepper’s are why we do what we do—stepping up when our community needs support, and offering dogs not just care, but compassion.
As we grow
Nurturing Paws Haven is starting small on purpose. Many of our community goals are part of our long-term plan, and they will be introduced carefully and responsibly as we grow.
Rescue partnerships & adoption events
Collaborations with local rescues and shelters, including adoption events as we build the right space and support.
Support for rescue dogs
Reserving space for a rescue pup at no cost when we have the capacity, to help dogs waiting for second chances.
Paws of Honor
A future “Paws of Honor” recognition for service and police dogs, with complimentary or reduced stays as resources allow.
Everyday hero discounts
As we grow, we plan to offer discounts for community heroes like veterans, military families, teachers, nurses, EMTs, and firefighters.
Helping families through hardship
Long-term plans include support options like temporary care during hospital stays and other hardship situations, when we have the capacity and partnerships in place.
Workshops & education
Future workshops and community learning opportunities (training foundations, enrichment, wellness) as we build our network.
Celebrations & community days
Ideas we’re excited to grow into: birthday pawties, seasonal events, and family-friendly days when the time is right.
Sustainability & a greener impact
Eco-friendly kennel practices and long-term ideas like a dog-safe community garden as we expand.
Mutt Run
Police obstacle course open to all dogs with with 50% of the profits will go to working K9s