Paws Unite People

We are in the middle of rebuilding our rehabilitation facility for cats and dogs at our new location. stay tuned for updates by following our posts.

Our mission at Paws Unite People is to help eliminate the suffering of animals and humans alike. Our mission is simple. We support animals and the people who love them when they need it the most. We assist shelter, abused, and neglected animals in finding their purpose in life through rehabilitation and training. We also help the people who care about them when they need us whenever we can. Our Re

habilitation Facility is designed to benefit both people and animals in their daily life interactions. We believe both human and animal alike deserve assistance and a second chance. Cats and Dogs are not kept in cages, they live in an open environment. We have special need adults come visit and work with the cats, we train our therapy animals there, and we use the space to rehabilitate abused, neglected, and shelter animals. We are currently providing assistance to 2 groups of former animal shelter staff members and their families from Afghanistan who were supposed to make it in to the airport prior to the end of the withdrawal. There are over 200 people in our group who rely on us for their survival. For information on that effort, use the NEWS tab on our site. Our goal is to create programs designed to benefit both people and animals in their daily life interactions. We believe in helping cats and dogs get a second chance in life. Through their interactions with people they can bring hope to others. Our goal is always to help animals and the people who love them. There is always hope.... all is not lost. One at a time, we strive to make a difference. The Beatles were right "Love is all you need." We strive to be a resource for rescue groups by providing assistance, training, and education to their members and rescue volunteers. It takes a village, and nobody can do it alone. If you are looking for a pet, shoot us an email at [email protected] and we will help you find the right match for your family, because that is what rescue really is. Rescue is about making families, helping families, and healing hearts. We are a Not-for-profit corporation in New York State & a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in April 2013. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Tax ID #: 46-2371384. NYS registered rescue/shelter

12/10/2025

Today, our PUP family said goodbye to Toby, a dog who wasn’t just part of our story… he helped create it.

Toby came into Meredith’s life in 2011 after being labeled “not adoptable” in a local shelter. He wasn’t aggressive... he was sick, scared, and misunderstood. Once he healed and felt safe, Toby became one of the gentlest, most loyal souls we’ve ever known. His transformation is one of the reasons Paws Unite People was founded: to make sure dogs like him were never written off again.

For 14 years, Toby was a steady, calming presence in Meredith's home and earn he visited the facility. He worked with hundreds of dogs and cats that went through our rehabilitation programs. He helped raise countless, he comforted the seniors, and even socialized kittens... somehow turning even the spiciest ones into believers.

He taught us, day after day, what patience, compassion, and second chances truly look like.

Toby lived to 17 years old, and in the end, his body was tired from fighting the cancer. Today, he was lovingly and peacefully let go.

He wasn’t just part of PUP’s journey — he shaped it. He was there from day one.

He is the dog on our Rehabilitation Program logo because he embodies everything we stand for:
healing, understanding, and giving every animal the chance to show who they really are.

We will feel his absence deeply.
Some animals come through our doors and change everything. Toby was one of them.

Run free, sweet Toby. Thank you for guiding this mission from the very beginning.

💛 In Honor of Toby
If you would like to honor Toby’s life and the work he inspired, donations can be made in his memory. Your kindness continues the legacy of a dog who helped save so many others.

Zelle: [email protected]
PayPal: paypal.me/pawsunitepeople
Venmo: PawsUnitePeople
PetFundr: petfundr.com/HOARDERPUPS
Mail:
Paws Unite People
6 S Jersey Ave Unit A
East Setauket, NY 11733

12/10/2025

Cat Room Crew Update 🐾✨
Today’s shift includes: Rosie with her emotional support shark (because Baby-shark is too busy watching Elf to offer support of any kind), one orange cat contemplating the universe, while another is disgusted for some unknown reason, a very distinguished tuxedo cat is being distinguished... while another is a professional food critic with his tongue out, and we have a tabby who absolutely runs HR.

While this elite team supervises our every move, we’re still pushing to hit our match.

Every dollar donated right now is doubled — which means twice the care, twice the comfort, and twice the second chances for animals like Rosie and the entire Cat Room Crew.

Your support keeps these faces safe.
Your support keeps the doors open.
Your support helps the next animal who arrives with nowhere else to go.

WAYS TO DONATE (Matched!):
💛 Zelle: [email protected]
💛 PayPal: paypal.me/pawsunitepeople
💛 Venmo: PawsUnitePeople
💛 PetFundr: petfundr.com/HOARDERPUPS
💛 Mail:
Paws Unite People
6 S Jersey Ave, Unit A
East Setauket, NY 11733

Rosie says thank you.
The cats… acknowledge your effort, which is basically a standing ovation. 🐾💛

12/09/2025

The holidays can feel overwhelming... but doing something good doesn’t have to be.

If you want to help in a real, tangible way:
Buy a meal for a pet in our care.
Or help a struggling Long Island family keep the pet they love through our Sponsor a Pet or Family program.

🐾 $5 = one day
🐾 $35 = one week
🐾 $150 = one month

It truly makes a difference.

And yes… we’re STILL pushing toward our match.
It’s the unglamorous, behind-the-scenes funding that keeps the lights on, the heat running, the food bowls full, and the animals safe.
We can’t finish this without you.

Sponsor here:
👉 pawsunitepeople.com/sponsor-a-pet-or-family/

OTHER WAYS TO DONATE:
💛 Zelle: [email protected]
💛 PayPal: paypal.me/pawsunitepeople
💛 Venmo: PawsUnitePeople
💛 PetFundr: petfundr.com/HOARDERPUPS
💛 Mail:
Paws Unite People
6 S Jersey Ave
Unit A
East Setauket, NY 11733

12/08/2025

BRAVE FRANKIE 🐾❤️

This boy has fought through fear, trauma, and an entire lifetime of surviving instead of living.
And now?
Now he steps outside with confidence.
Now he looks for a few trusted people instead of hiding.
He’s still learning, still cautious — but every week he chooses connection a little more than before.

Frankie is exactly why we do this work.
And he’s exactly why this match matters so much.

We’re at $3,095 toward our $5,000 match — and that means we are finally a little closer to making up the unexpected $1,000 loss we had to absorb last week.
Every dollar right now is doubled, helping us stabilize and keep the doors open for dogs like Frankie.

If you can help us close the gap:

💛 Zelle: [email protected]
💛 PayPal: paypal.me/pawsunitepeople
💛 Venmo: PawsUnitePeople
💛 PetFundr: petfundr.com/HOARDERPUPS

Frankie is learning to trust the world again.
Your support makes that possible. 🐾💛

12/07/2025

Well… rescue math took a turn.
We hit $3,900 toward the match — and then a $1,000 donation bounced.

We reached out to the donor, but it’s been a week with no reply, so at this point… it’s time to just move on and keep going.
So the actual total is $2,900.

Not ideal, but we roll with it.
Everything donated right now is still doubled, and we have until the 15th to hit this match so we can finish the renovation and get the bills caught up.

WAYS TO DONATE (all doubled right now):
💛 Zelle: [email protected]
💛 PayPal: paypal.me/pawsunitepeople
💛 Venmo: PawsUnitePeople
💛 PetFundr: petfundr.com/HOARDERPUPS
💛 Mail:
Paws Unite People
6 S Jersey Ave, Unit A
East Setauket, NY 11733

12/05/2025

Meet Leo, an 8 yr old Kuwaiti Desert Dog.
He is a....
Professional Lapdog.
Survivor.
Medical success story.
Certified “I Will Sit On You” enthusiast. 💛

If these photos tell you anything, it’s this: Leo LOVES his people.
Big people, small people, gym bros, grandmas, volunteers, teenagers — if you have a lap, Leo will find it and claim it.

This is the same dog who was once labeled “unadoptable.” The same puppy who survived the unthinkable in Kuwait. The same dog who struggled when untreated arthritis and Ehrlichiosis made his world scary and painful.

Today?
He’s healthy, happy, goofy, affectionate, and convinced he is the perfect size to be held like a toddler.

Leo thrives with:
🐾 People of all ages
🐾 Dogs
🐾 Cats
🐾 Anyone willing to be a sofa

He just needs a family who understands his managed tick-borne illness and cold-weather arthritis — and who listens when he says, “I’m not feeling well today.”

Because when Leo feels good?
He is pure joy.
A comedian.
A cuddle monster.
A dog who believes love is a full-contact sport.

💛 We have a $5,000 match on the table.
Every donation is doubled and helps dogs like Leo get the medical care that gave him a second chance.

Ways to Help:
• Zelle: [email protected]
• PayPal: paypal.me/pawsunitepeople
• Venmo: PawsUnitePeople
• PetFundr: petfundr.com/HOARDERPUPS

12/05/2025

🌸 Meet Sweet Pea 🌸
Sweet Pea was abandoned at a church, and while her life is safe now, her heart is still catching up. She’s under 2 years old, gentle, sensitive, and very timid with strangers. She wants to trust — she really does — but she needs time, patience, and consistency to feel secure.

She’s absolutely at the point where she is adoptable, but her future family must be willing to build a relationship first. Sweet Pea isn’t the “walk in and immediately hug you” type. She’s the “let me watch you, learn you, and slowly decide you’re my person” type. And once she does, she becomes an affectionate, silly, loyal little shadow.

💛 What Sweet Pea Loves & Needs:
• She likes to walk, but not too far — she’s still building her confidence and takes comfort in staying close.
• She gets along with most dogs and feels braver with a calm, friendly dog companion.
• She’s okay with cats and respectful of their space.
• She knows basic commands and really tries her best to do everything right.
• She needs someone who will go slow, show up consistently, and celebrate the small wins with her.

Sweet Pea is a soft soul with a brave heart, and watching her open up is truly special. If you understand timid dogs, or you’ve been wanting a companion to grow with you at her own pace, she may be exactly who you’ve been looking for.

📩 Interested in adopting Sweet Pea?
DM us or email [email protected]

💛 We currently have a $5,000 match.
Every single dollar is doubled and goes directly to caring for cats like Abby — the ones who needed a safe landing and a fresh start.

To help:
PayPal: paypal.me/pawsunitepeople
Zelle: [email protected]
Venmo: PawsUnitePeople

12/05/2025

Meet Abby, she is 4, and came from the same house as Albus and Sirus — but unlike her more introverted roommates, Abby is the social butterfly of the bunch.

She is incredibly affectionate with people of all ages. If you walk into a room, she will find you. If you sit down, she will join you. If you dare to ignore her… she will gently remind you that you are, in fact, here to adore her.

Abby loves dogs — and we mean LOVES dogs. She thinks they’re hilarious, fascinating, and absolutely worth befriending. She also gets along beautifully with other cats, especially those who enjoy a little playtime.

She’s playful, sweet, people-oriented, and will absolutely seek you out for bonus attention whenever she thinks your hands look unoccupied.

If you want a cat who actually wants to be part of your daily life, Abby is your girl.

💛 Interested in Abby?
DM us or email [email protected].

Can't adopt?

💛 We currently have a $5,000 match.
Every single dollar is doubled and goes directly to caring for cats like Abby — the ones who needed a safe landing and a fresh start.

To help:
PayPal: paypal.me/pawsunitepeople
Zelle: [email protected]
Venmo: PawsUnitePeople

12/05/2025

Meet Sirus — the handsome, 13 year old, black cat who is always watching.
Not judging. Not plotting. Just… observing life like a quiet security guard who works the overnight shift by choice.

Sirus came from the same home as Albus, and like his friend, he’s learned that people can be kind — even if he’s still a little shy at first. Once he decides you’re acceptable, he’ll take a few gentle pets… but let’s be honest, he would still prefer a solid nap and a full food bowl.

He loves other cats, is great with dogs, and genuinely seems happiest just coexisting with the household like a peaceful, slightly chubby shadow.

If you’re looking for a low-maintenance companion who won’t climb your curtains, demand constant attention, or host midnight zoomies, Sirus is your guy. He’s the strong, silent type — with a deep appreciation for meals and mellow company.

💛 Interested in Sirus?
DM us or email [email protected].

💛 We also have a $5,000 match right now.
Every dollar donated is doubled and goes directly to caring for cats like Sirus who needed a safe place to land.

To help:
PayPal: paypal.me/pawsunitepeople
Zelle: [email protected]
Venmo: PawsUnitePeople

12/04/2025

🐛 Meet Worm— Your New Cuddly Anarchist 🐛

Worm is a 4–5 year old, 8-pound Maltese mix who is equal parts adorable and… wildly defiant. Not in a “needs training” way — in a “he absolutely understands you and chooses chaos anyway” way.

He hops like a rabbit, zooms in circles, and has fully mastered the “I heard you, I’m just ignoring you” lifestyle. Worm thinks he’s hilarious — and honestly, he is.

💥 Worm’s Vibe

He is adorable chaos.
A true cuddly anarchist operating by his own tiny rules.

He is not your “take me shopping with you” dog.
But for home entertainment?
He is unmatched.

🏡 What Worm Needs

Because he believes he’s a small Olympic sprinter, he must have:
• A secure 6ft fenced yard, OR
• Leash-walks only — no exceptions.

He actually walks very well on a leash…
but if you see a big dog coming, be prepared to deploy air jail.
He will absolutely lose his tiny mind.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 People & Pets

• Adores humans and thrives on attention
• Kids 10+
• Dog selective — enjoys some small dogs; big dogs = absolutely not

• Cats:
Worm barks at them because he wants to play — he has not yet grasped that they think he’s a bit unhinged.
We have cats here who genuinely love him… and others who have decided he is simply not worth their energy.
So it depends on the cat.

💛 Worm in a Nutshell

✔ Silliest dog we’ve ever met
✔ Bunny-hop zoom machine
✔ Selective-hearing champion
✔ Mischief professional
✔ Cuddly anarchist
✔ Requires occasional air jail
✔ Will make you laugh every single day
✔ Believes EVERYONE wants to play with him — they do not

If you're looking for an obedient, polished, take-anywhere dog — Worm is not your guy.
But if your home needs a tiny comedian with a giant personality?

Apply for Worm. Your personal cuddly anarchist awaits.

📩 Interested in Worm?
DM us or email [email protected] for more information.

Can't adopt?
💛 our $5,000 MATCH IN EFFECT until Dec 15

We currently have a $5,000 match on the table — every dollar you donate is doubled and goes directly to animals like Worm who needed a second chance.

Ways to help:
💛 PayPal: paypal.me/pawsunitepeople
💛 Zelle: [email protected]
💛 Venmo: PawsUnitePeople

12/04/2025

Meet the ever fabulous BABY-SHARK 👶🦈
Age: 8–10 years
Status: Former pageant contestant who never won — and is still holding a grudge about it.

His name… well… that speaks for itself.
His décor preference? Anything Baby-shark themed. If you’re not ready to commit to an aesthetic, he’ll commit you for you.

Baby-shark is a tiny king with a massive personality and even larger opinions. He has requirements, and he is not shy about expressing them.

His non-negotiables:

Must watch Step Brothers daily.

TV must be on — he demands entertainment at all times.

Food must be plated just so, specifically in the shape of the mashed-potato mountain from Close Encounters of the Third Kind.

Loves cats. Needs cats. No cat in your home = no Baby-shark for you.

Loves dogs too.

Likes humans — as long as they understand they are his staff.

His fandoms:
Baby-shark is a dedicated cinephile who loves:

Will Ferrell movies — chaos bonding.

Mel Brooks films — satire speaks to his soul.

Mr. Bill from classic SNL — he watches holding his Mr. Bill toy like a tiny connoisseur.
“Oh noooo!” is essentially his anthem.

His home setup:

Sleeps in a Baby-shark toddler bed because royalty requires themed furniture.

Must have a freshly laundered fuzzy blanket at all times.

Snuggles with his cat friends — he doesn’t boss them around; he simply appreciates their opinions about humans. It’s a shared commentary circle.

Walks & Weather:

Enjoys walks, but will inform you exactly when it’s time to return to his room.

Rain? Hard pass. And if it rains, he will loudly let you know that you caused it.

Daily communication:

Grumbles with dissatisfaction whenever appropriate — and often when not.

You will always know how he feels.

Narrates his entire day and life story to you… multiple times.

Will use your legs to pet himself. You do not decide when affection happens.
He decides.

Poopy Dances:
He performs a full choreographed routine.
You are required to watch the entire show, appreciate his technique, and sing his special song at the end.
Non-negotiable.

Baby-shark communicates clearly and loudly. Offend him and he will tell on you — and he will tell everyone. He is the resident whistleblower of the dog world.

As for grooming — he will allow it… but only after a lengthy negotiation. And ONLY if you are Meredith.

Things he does NOT enjoy:

Being brushed without permission

Being picked up like a plush toy

People who forget he should’ve won that pageant (he hasn’t forgotten)

If you understand his vibe — tiny retired diva with strong boundaries and stronger opinions — you will adore him.

Think Baby-shark is “your” dog?
Ask yourself:
Are you ready to be a dedicated servant?
Do you accept that he will run your entire home?
Do you have a cat he can snuggle with and respectfully discuss human behavior beside?

If yes… then Baby-shark may just grace you with his presence.

Until then, he is happily bossing around everyone here at Paws Unite People

DM or email [email protected] for more information.
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💛 We also have a $5,000 match on the table right now.
Every dollar donated is doubled and goes directly to the animals like Baby-shark who needed a second chance.
To help use:
Paypal.me/pawsunitepeople
Zelle email [email protected]
Or venmo is PawsUnitePeople

12/04/2025

Meet Karen
Age: approximately 6 years
Personality: …exactly what her name suggests.

Karen was abandoned in a machine shop — and honestly, she’s been judging everyone ever since. She is not feral. She is simply not impressed and would like that noted in her file.

Karen does not want to be petted. She does not want to “warm up.” She does not want your affection, your optimism, or your unsolicited friendship.
If you are not another cat or a dog, please don’t bother… unless you have snacks. Snacks may buy you five seconds of her time, but no promises.

What does Karen want?

Her food bowl filled exactly the way she likes it

Her space respected

You to mind your business

And possibly to speak to the manager

She’s the feline embodiment of “I can do this myself,” but she coexists just fine as long as you understand the terms… which she will set.

If you appreciate a cat with strong boundaries, unshakeable self-respect, and a commitment to fair labor practices (meaning: keep the food flowing), Karen may be your girl.

Low-maintenance. High opinion of herself. The perfect roommate who just wants her bowl topped off and no nonsense.

Think Karen is for you?
Be honest with yourself: Are you actually looking to adopt a cat… or apply to be a maid?
Because Karen knows the difference — and she will hold you to it.

DM us or email [email protected] for more information.
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💛 We also have a $5,000 match on the table right now.
Every dollar donated is doubled and goes directly to the animals like Karen who needed a second chance.
To help use:
Paypal.me/pawsunitepeople
Zelle email [email protected]
Or venmo is PawsUnitePeople

Address

6 S. Jersey Avenue, Unit A
East Patchogue, NY
11733

Telephone

+16316818217

Website

http://www.pawsunitepeople.com/

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