Rutherford County PAWS: Volunteer Opportunities, Empty the Shelters, Santa Paws & More

Nov 21, 2025 at 11:04 am by Producer


Bryan Barrett sits down with Rutherford County PAWS volunteer Steve “The Cat Man” Edwards for an inside look at the heart and hustle of volunteering at the local animal shelter. Steve shares what motivates him, the impact volunteers make, and how the community can get involved.

In honor of International Volunteer Day, PAWS is hosting a special volunteer event on Saturday, December 6th from 10am–2pm, offering hands-on opportunities to help with multiple shelter projects. Plus, from December 1–15, the “Empty the Shelters” campaign returns with FREE pet adoptions to help animals find loving homes before the holidays.

And don’t miss a festive photo op — you and your furry friends can meet Santa at the shelter on Friday, December 19th from 2–5pm!

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