Take Paws Rescue

What Take Paws Rescue does

Take Paws Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dog rescue organization founded in 2015 by Monique Bonnaffons and headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana. The organization operates a foster-based model in which rescued dogs from Louisiana shelters live with volunteer foster homes across Southeast Louisiana until permanent adoption, currently managing nearly 200 dogs per month and receiving over 400 adoption applications per month. Its go-to-market combines community-driven foster placement, weekly public adoption events, a physical adoption/experience space called Stray Cafe (2730 Banks St.), and listings on PetFinder, with adopters located across all 50 US states and Canada.

The service portfolio is built around core dog adoption — including comprehensive vetting (core vaccinations, spay/neuter, microchip registration via AdopterLuv, heartworm treatment when ongoing) — supported by a foster program, a self-pay vetting rebate program for out-of-area adopters using their own veterinarians, an owner surrender intake program, and a network of three training partners. Ancillary revenue-generating offerings include Puppy Party events ($400-$750+ minimum donations, with an optional yoga add-on at $175) and a Stray Cafe Founders Wall sponsorship program. There is no proprietary technology platform; the organization runs on standard nonprofit tooling (Wix website, ShelterLuv, PayPal, Square Site, Givebutter, AdopterLuv).

Revenue is generated through a mix of adoption fees (one-time), tax-deductible monetary donations (including monthly recurring), in-kind donations via Amazon Wishlist, puppy party events, and Founders Wall sponsorships. The organization explicitly states that the average cost to care for a dog in rescue materially exceeds adoption fees, with the balance covered by fundraising and donations. Distribution is anchored by five veterinary partners across the New Orleans and Baton Rouge regions, weekly adoption events, PetFinder listings, and organic social media on Facebook and Instagram.

Name

Take Paws Rescue

Legal name

Take Paws Rescue

Website

https://takepawsrescue.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Take Paws Rescue is a 501(c)(3) foster-based dog rescue in New Orleans that places rescued Louisiana dogs into permanent homes across all 50 US states and Canada, supporting families and individuals with full veterinary vetting, a foster network, and training partner referrals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Animal Rescue and Pet Adoption Services

NAICS

Social Advocacy Organizations (8133)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Animal Shelters & Adoption Services (BPAGAIAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Foster & Volunteer Network Programs (BPAGAIAF), Veterinary Charity Clinics & Medical Aid (BPAGAIAD), Education & Community Outreach (Responsible Pet Ownership) (BPAGAIAK)

Keywords

• Animal rescue services
• Dog adoption
• Foster care programs
• Nonprofit veterinary care
• Pet surrender intake

Headquarters

HQ city

New Orleans

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Adoption Fees: Fees charged for dog and puppy adoptions ranging from $100-$550 depending on age and benefactor status. Fees cover core vaccinations, spay/neuter, microchip, and heartworm treatment if ongoing at adoption.
2. Donations: Tax-deductible monetary donations supporting rescue operations including food, vetting, spay/neuter, transportation, outreach, and educational promotions. Monthly recurring donations encouraged.
3. Puppy Parties: Fundraising events where puppies are brought to home or office events. Minimum donations of $400-$750+ depending on event type. Optional yoga add-on for $175.
4. In-Kind Donations: Amazon Wishlist donations of goods and supplies for dog care.
5. Founders Wall Sponsorship: $100+ donation earns a forever photo plaque of pet on Stray Cafe Founders Wall.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Take Paws Rescue is a foster-based nonprofit dog rescue that intakes dogs from Louisiana shelters, strays, and owner surrenders, places them in volunteer foster homes, and adopts them out to screened families across the U.S. and Canada. Adoption fees cover core vaccinations, spay/neuter, microchipping, and ongoing heartworm treatment, supported by a volunteer-driven Stray Cafe, public adoption events, and fundraising programs such as puppy parties.

Product overview

Take Paws Rescue is a foster-based, non-profit dog rescue organization operating primarily in New Orleans, Louisiana. The organization offers a comprehensive suite of animal rescue services built around a core dog adoption program, supported by foster care networks, a physical Stray Cafe location, and various ancillary services including vaccination coverage, spay/neuter services, microchip registration, and training referrals. The portfolio functions as an integrated animal welfare ecosystem where rescued dogs receive full veterinary care (vaccinations, spay/neuter, heartworm treatment) before placement, with adoption fees covering these negotiated partner costs. Additional offerings include a Puppy Party event service, a Self-Pay Vetting Rebate program for out-of-area adopters, and an Owner Surrender intake program. The organization operates primarily through volunteer coordination with partner platforms including ShelterLuv for applications, PayPal for fee processing, and AdopterLuv for microchip registration.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Dog Adoption Services Adoption program that places rescued dogs from Louisiana shelters, strays, and owner surrenders into vetted permanent homes across the United States and Canada. Adoption fee covers core vaccinations, spay/neuter, microchipping, and ongoing heartworm treatment, with a 10-day trial period and comprehensive screening including application review, vet references, and home visits.
• Foster Program Volunteer-based temporary foster program placing rescue dogs in homes across Southeast Louisiana until permanent adoption. The rescue covers veterinary, food, and supply expenses while fosters provide daily care, transportation to the vet, training, temperament evaluation, photos, and event attendance.
• Stray Cafe Physical cafe location at 2730 Banks St. in New Orleans where rescue dogs can sleep, eat, and interact with guests and potential adopters. Open 8am-8pm by appointment only, with a coffee and snack offering alongside dog meet-and-greet experiences.
• Puppy Party Events Fundraising event service bringing rescue puppies to host's home, office, or corporate event for a minimum donation ($400 residential, $500 small office, $750/hour corporate or conference), guaranteeing at least four puppies. Optional NOLA Vibe Yoga add-on available for $175.
• Owner Surrender Intake Program Intake service accepting dogs from local shelters, unclaimed strays, and owners needing to surrender a pet, including a Finder/Owner Foster option that allows the surrendering owner to temporarily keep the dog while the rescue finds a new home.
• Self-Pay Vetting Rebate Program Rebate program for adopters located outside the rescue's partner vet network, reimbursing spay/neuter ($75), rabies vaccination ($10), core vaccinations ($10), and heartworm treatment ($250) when adoption occurred after 10/1/2020, paid via PayPal with rebate requests required within six months of adoption.

Quantifiable outcome

• Average dog stays over 70 days in rescue before adoption
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Metairie Small Animal HospitalcoreOthersEmergency veterinary services partner providing care for dogs needing extra support prior to being ready for adoption. Located at 101 Metairie Rd., Metairie, LA 70005. Contact: (504) 290-0025.
• Galvez Veterinary CliniccoreOthersBaton Rouge area veterinary partner for spay/neuter and other procedures. Located at 40195 LA-42, Prairieville, LA 70769. Contact: (225) 622-6443.
• Harahan Veterinary HospitalcoreOthersNew Orleans area veterinary partner. Located at 8271 Jefferson Hwy., Harahan, LA 70123. Contact: (504) 739-3652.
• Low Cost Animal Medical CentercoreOthersNew Orleans area partner providing affordable veterinary care including rabies vaccinations. Located at 4300 Washington Ave., New Orleans, LA 70125. Contact: (504) 444-1124.
• Natural Pet CareminorOthersNatural and homeopathic veterinary services partner. Located at 3825 Hessmer Ave., Metairie, LA 70002. Contact: (504) 834-2023.
• Not the Breed - People Training for Dogs (Samuel Steinmetz)coreOthersRecommended force-free, positive reinforcement training program for adopters and fosters. Samuel Steinmetz provides services for dogs of all ages, behavioral issues, and breeds. Contact: 504-296-9047, [email protected]. Pricing: $100 for 5 weeks.
• Canis Integrated Training (KC Singleton)coreOthersLocal minority-owned dog psychology and training center in New Orleans specializing in obedience, behavior modification, rescue dog acclimation, and therapy dog foundations. Uses Pack Order Training method. Both facility-based and in-home training available.
• The Dog School - New Orleans (Brooke Defore)minorOthersBoard-and-train programs in structured environment, owned by former military police K9 handler. Specializes in practical results-driven training. Brooke Defore is also an AKC Canine Good Citizen evaluator.
• NOLA Vibe YogaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerYoga session add-on available for puppy party events for additional $175 fee.
• The Inner PupminorOthersReferral partner for low-cost vet care or discounted training to help owners keep their pets rather than surrendering.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• ASPCA: The ASPCA is one of the largest US animal welfare organizations, operating across rescue, adoption, veterinary services, advocacy, and grants funding nationwide. It is a broad incumbent peer whose national reach, grant-making, and partner support structure closely parallel the ecosystem Take Paws operates within, particularly through shared advocacy and spay/neuter focus.
• Best Friends Animal Society: Best Friends Animal Society runs the leading national no-kill animal welfare initiative, operating sanctuaries, regional pet adoption centers, and a nationwide network of rescue partners. It is comparable to Take Paws as a mission-aligned peer working to reduce shelter euthanasia through rescue and adoption, but at national scale with broader program scope.
• Petco Love: Petco Love (formerly Petco Foundation) is a national animal welfare funder and partner that supports adoption, veterinary care, and lifesaving programs across thousands of rescue partners. It is already a partner of Take Paws Rescue and represents the closest large-scale industry incumbent in terms of supporting the rescue-and-adoption ecosystem Take Paws operates in.
• The Humane Society of the United States: HSUS is the nation's largest animal protection organization, combining direct rescue/adoption support, advocacy, and shelter grants. It is broadly comparable as a national-scale animal welfare peer with overlapping mission on adoption and population control, though HSUS focuses heavily on policy and grantmaking rather than direct rescue operations.

Emerging players

• BISSELL Pet Foundation: BISSELL Pet Foundation runs national adoption events (Empty the Shelters), supports shelter and rescue partners with grants, and operates a growing network of lifesaving programs. It is comparable to Take Paws as a partner-funded entity operating in the same rescue/adoption value chain but focused on event-driven and grant-driven impact rather than direct rescue.
• Maddie's Fund: Maddie's Fund is a major family foundation focused on achieving a no-kill nation through grants to shelters, rescues, and community programs. It is an adjacent funder peer that influences the funding environment Take Paws operates within, with overlapping focus on adoption, spay/neuter, and community-supported animal welfare.

Regional players

• Louisiana SPCA: Louisiana SPCA is the primary animal welfare organization serving the New Orleans and Louisiana region, operating a physical shelter with adoption, veterinary, and humane law enforcement services. It is the most direct regional peer to Take Paws Rescue given overlapping geographic catchment and adoption services, though it runs a shelter-based rather than foster-based model.
• Animal Rescue New Orleans: Animal Rescue New Orleans is a volunteer-driven, foster-based rescue operating in the same New Orleans geographic market as Take Paws. It is a direct regional peer with a comparable foster model, adoption-driven mission, and Southeast Louisiana catchment.

Market position

Strengths3 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Pinterestpinterest.com/wixcom
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/take-paws-rescue

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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