Wonder Paws Rescue

Operating as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based on East Las Olas Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale, Wonder Paws Rescue is an all-breed, foster-based animal rescue co-founded by Patricia Lara and Paulina Claure. The organization is dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming abused, neglected, and abandoned dogs, puppies, cats, and kittens pulled from high-kill shelters in Broward and Miami-Dade counties as well as direct owner surrenders.

Because Wonder Paws Rescue relies entirely on private donations, fundraising events like its annual Par for the Paws golf tournament, and adoption fees without government funding, community support fuels every life saved. Rescued dogs are placed into loving volunteer foster homes across Broward County while receiving comprehensive veterinary care, life-saving surgeries, vaccinations, microchipping, and spay-and-neuter procedures. While living in Fort Lauderdale foster homes, rescued dogs practice basic manners, crate routines, and polite socialization with people and other pets so they are ready for family life.

Dedicated adoption coordinators work closely with prospective families to review applications, verify references, conduct home checks, and arrange meet-and-greets with foster dogs. Local animal lovers can support Wonder Paws Rescue by opening their homes as temporary fosters, adopting a dog or puppy, or donating medical supplies and funds. Wonder Paws Rescue also educates the South Florida community on responsible pet ownership, heartworm prevention, and the importance of spaying and neutering companion animals.