Paws Crossed Animal Shelter & Adoption Centre

Paws Crossed Animal Shelter & Adoption Centre A privately run not-for-profit animal shelter & adoption centre. Thank you again. Find it here: https://www.amazon.ca/hz/wishlist/ls/2BGPYLZ9TGG4F?ref_=wl_share

Paws Crossed Animal Shelter and Adoption Center a 100% volunteer run and donation funded animal shelter just outside of Brandon Manitoba- servicing all of the Westman area. We are a registered not for profit awaiting our charity designation; operations are overseen by a board of directors including our on site manager, animal loving community members, and a licensed veterinarian to ensure we are

not just meeting but exceeding provincial standards for operation. We like to say we are animal focused and community driven, with not a single paid position every dollar we receive via donation goes directly to animal care and shelter costs. We have a small dedicated group of volunteers who donate their time to keeping our facility running smoothly including our shelter manager who lives onsite. We take many types of animals- in the last year we have had dogs, cats, rats, guinea pigs, rabbits, budgies, quail, and even a pet chicken. Animals come into our care through a variety of avenues with a large portion coming in via animal control from rural municipalities without pound facilities. Having introduced ourselves to the community in September of 2021 we are still the new kids on the block, but are committed to making a difference in the lives of animals in Westman and beyond! Thank you for all your support to date, as we look to the year ahead and the challenges we are all facing in Manitoba. If you are interesting in making a donation to support our work we accept e-transfers at [email protected], in person at the shelter (please message ahead as we are sometimes away on vet runs etc.) and at Rosser Medical Clinic 841 Rosser Ave Brandon who are an official drop off location for the shelter. Our most needed items at this time are:
Clumping cat litter
Friskies or fancy feast wet
Supreme, cat chow, kitten chow kibbles
Training Treats! Toys (especially chews like kongs, topples, etc) NO RAW HIDE PLEASE
catnip
Brooms
Bleach
Detol
Rags & buckets
Dawn dish soap
We couldn't do the work we do without the support of our wonderful community of Paws Crossed Supporters! We also have compiled an amazon wish list to give an idea of types of items we are always in need of or are looking for to provide enrichment activities to our guests.

🎵 Maybe tomorrow, I'll want to settle down... 🎵Excuse us, but has anyone checked whether Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg h...
06/07/2026

🎵 Maybe tomorrow, I'll want to settle down... 🎵

Excuse us, but has anyone checked whether Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg have cast the lead for the Littlest Hobo reboot yet? Because if not, we may have found their star.

This handsome Akita mix was found on Clinton Road in the RM of Cornwallis and is currently safe with us while we search for his family.

He's intact, not microchipped, and we estimate him to be between 3-5 years old.

Based on his condition (and the fact that we couldn't find a single tick on him despite all the recent tick activity), we're guessing he likely has a family who's missing him right now. With the storms we've had lately, it's possible he got spooked and wandered farther than intended.

If this dog looks familiar, or if you know where he belongs, please contact the shelter.

And Seth and Evan... should his family not come forward, we'd be happy to connect you with a dog who's already doing his own stunts.

Day 37 of posting Marty until he's adopted!Just a quick evening check-in:Marty is still handsome.Still fluffy.Still avai...
06/07/2026

Day 37 of posting Marty until he's adopted!

Just a quick evening check-in:

Marty is still handsome.

Still fluffy.

Still available.

Still obsessed with tug.

And we're still convinced his perfect person is out there somewhere.

Message us, apply, or share to help him find his forever home. 🧡

🚨BBQ Fundraiser Happening Now! Looking for a quick lunch while supporting a great cause?We're set up at Sobeys West in B...
06/06/2026

🚨BBQ Fundraiser Happening Now!

Looking for a quick lunch while supporting a great cause?

We're set up at Sobeys West in Brandon today until 4:00 PM serving up:

•Winkler Hot Dog + Canned Drink — $3
• Winkler Farmer Sausage + Canned Drink — $5

Every purchase helps support the animals in our care, so swing by, grab a bite, and say hello to our volunteers!

We'll be here until 4 PM — hope to see you soon! 🐾

Day 36 of posting Marty until he's adopted.After more than a month of daily Marty posts, we've learned something:Marty h...
06/05/2026

Day 36 of posting Marty until he's adopted.

After more than a month of daily Marty posts, we've learned something:

Marty has a lot of fans.

Unfortunately, a lot of those fans also have cats. Or tiny yards. Or already have three giant dogs. Or live in places where adding a 100 lb Anatolian Shepherd mix to the family might raise a few eyebrows.

So today, we're asking for something specific:

Tell your big-dog-loving, acreage-having, cat-free friends about Marty.

Tell the friend who's always had shepherds, livestock guardians, or other working breeds.

Tell the friend who swears their property feels empty without a dog around.

Tell the friend who understands that the best dogs sometimes come with a little extra size, a little extra fluff, and a lot of personality.

For over a month, you've helped us make sure thousands of people know Marty's name.

Now we're hoping his person is one of the people who hasn't heard his story yet.

We're not giving up until we find them. 🧡

Message us, apply, or share to help Marty find his forever home.

🌭🔥 Join us tomorrow for our Paws Crossed Fundraising BBQ at Sobeys West!For just $5, enjoy a delicious farmer sausage (h...
06/05/2026

🌭🔥 Join us tomorrow for our Paws Crossed Fundraising BBQ at Sobeys West!

For just $5, enjoy a delicious farmer sausage (hot dog style), chips, and a drink while supporting the animals in our care.

📅 Saturday, June 6 ⏰ 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM 📍 Sobeys West

Every meal purchased helps us continue providing shelter, care, and second chances to animals in need. We hope to see you there!

Day 35 of posting Marty until he's adopted!Marty wakes up every morning convinced it's going to be the best day ever.One...
06/05/2026

Day 35 of posting Marty until he's adopted!

Marty wakes up every morning convinced it's going to be the best day ever.

One of these days, he's going to be right.

Message us, apply, or share to help him find his forever home.

Day 34 of posting Marty until he's adopted! After more than 500 days, sometimes we forget that not everyone has experien...
06/04/2026

Day 34 of posting Marty until he's adopted!

After more than 500 days, sometimes we forget that not everyone has experienced Marty.

Not everyone has had a giant fluffy passenger princess insist on holding their hand for an entire car ride.

Not everyone has had a 100+l lb dog somehow convince them he's the perfect size for a cuddle.

Not everyone has watched him approach every outing like he's just been told he's won an all-expenses-paid vacation.

Then someone meets him for the first time and we're reminded:

Oh right.

These aren't just dog things.

These are Marty things that make Marty such an amazing companion for our volunteers- and will make him the perfect fit for his perfect family (once they find him!)

Message us, apply, or share to help him find his forever home.

Day 33 of posting Marty until he's adopted!For over a month now, we've been trying to find Marty a home:We told him he w...
06/02/2026

Day 33 of posting Marty until he's adopted!

For over a month now, we've been trying to find Marty a home:

We told him he was a celebrity and scheduled public appearances.

We created him a Plenty of Fur dating profile.

We documented his field trips.

We introduced him to thousands of people across Westman.

We have photographed him. Filmed him. Followed him around with cameras. Chronicled his adventures. Publicized his opinions.

At this point, we're running out of ideas.

We looked into hiring a pet psychic to help us track down Marty's future family, but unfortunately that was not in the budget.

So today we're trying something new:

Manifesting.

Marty will find his home.
Marty will find his home.
Marty will find his home.

There. We've put it out into the universe.

Now all that's left is for the universe to do its part.

And maybe for you to share this post, just in case the universe needs a little help.

Day 32 of posting Marty until he’s adopted!Marty has now been with us for 514 days.In that time, he’s taught us a lot —...
06/02/2026

Day 32 of posting Marty until he’s adopted!

Marty has now been with us for 514 days.
In that time, he’s taught us a lot — mostly that the “right time” and the “right match” don’t always line up neatly, and that some dogs are simply waiting for their person a little longer than others.

He’s also reminded us that joy doesn’t need ideal circumstances. Marty doesn’t save his happiness for big moments — he finds it in the everyday: walks, attention from people he trusts, and any opportunity to be included.

Most of all, he’s shown us the value of consistency. Showing up the same way every day, no matter what, still matters.

And we know the person who will see him for exactly who he is is out there.

Message us, apply, or share to help Marty find his forever home.

Day 31 of posting Marty until he’s adopted!This weekend, Marty got to step outside his usual routine and spend time out ...
05/31/2026

Day 31 of posting Marty until he’s adopted!

This weekend, Marty got to step outside his usual routine and spend time out in the world at Canadian Tire — meeting people, soaking up attention, and doing what he does best: showing up like every day is the best day of his life

Truth be told, that’s been the theme with him all along. Whether he’s in the shelter, on a walk, or standing proudly in front of a busy store, he meets every moment with the same energy — ready, hopeful, and happy to be part of it.

We don’t know how long it will take for the right person to find him, but we do know they’re out there somewhere.

(Also, check him out being totally unphased at Canadian Tire with Grimm in eyesight- for a dog that used to react to every single dog he saw on leash, that's HUGE!)

Message us, apply, or share to help Marty find his forever home.

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