Prairie Paws Animal Shelter located in Ottawa, KS is a private 501 C3 non-profit shelter operating by the same philosophy under which it was established over 50 years by our founder Beatrice Martin Peck. Though the tireless efforts of our staff and volunteers Prairie Paws Animal Shelter is dedicated to our Mission: Give aid and comfort to animals Educate the community in responsible pet ownership Help reunite pets with owners Provide pet adoptions Create a safer community