The Progressive Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) of Bainbridge Island is an independent nonprofit organization that has provided animal welfare services to the people and pets of Bainbridge and North Kitsap since 1975. A completely volunteer-based organization, PAWS features low-cost spay/neuter and veterinary financial assistance for pets of low income residents of Bainbridge Island and North Kitsap, a lost and found pet registry, a pet adoption program and a Pet Food Bank that makes cat and dog food available through four food banks on Bainbridge Island and North Kitsap County. For more information, a calendar of events and to donate, visit: www.PAWSBainbridge.org or call 206.842.2451