After months of uncertainty following its August announcement of facility closure, Paaws Antigua has achieved a significant milestone. The charity recently confirmed that its final four dogs—Shirley, Spot, Gabby, and Shelly-Ann—have all been placed in foster homes, marking an emotional turning point for the organization and its supporters. While three of the dogs are now settling into their new environments, Shelly-Ann remains in need of a semi-permanent home and is currently boarding at Pet Style and Resort as efforts to secure a long-term placement continue. Photos shared by Paaws captured Spot’s nervous departure from the kennel he had known his entire life, highlighting the challenges of this transition. The organization emphasized that the dogs will need time to adjust to their new surroundings and expressed hope that at least two of them become “foster fails,” where temporary caregivers decide to adopt them permanently. Reflecting on the past months, Paaws described the journey as “incredibly tense—and heart-wrenching” but expressed relief at nearing the summit of what once seemed like an insurmountable challenge. Updates on the dogs’ progress will be shared as they acclimate to their new homes.
Paaws Antigua Empties Shelter for First Time in 30 Years as Last Dog Moves to Foster Care
