17.  That’s the number of dogs Centre County PAWS wlecomed to their shelter in a speical transport Saturday night.

 “We wanted to in turn help them make room for the dogs that were coming up from Florida,” said Lisa Bahr, Director of Operations at Centre County PAWS.

These 17 dogs, along with 26 others that were part of a routine transport, were brought in from a shelter in South Carolina.  Bahr said the volunteers really step up in a time of need.

“Volunteers come here twice a day, everyday of the year and care for our dogs and care for our cats,” said Bahr.

They were glad to get these dogs to Centre County PAWS because it’s a no-kill shelter.

“We had taken these dogs with the understanding that who knows what they would end up having to deal with down their.  There were no true definites in what they would have to deal with,” said Kira Wetzel, a volunteer.

“As soon as these guys get adopted, we’re going to do it again.  So every dog who is adopted from PAWS is not just one dog saved, it’s two dogs saved,” said Bahr.

Over the last two weeks, Centre Coutny PAWS has brought in almost 50 dogs.  It’s all part of their mission to give them a second chance.

“So I think just them having the opportunity to be a dog and be themselves is really crucial, and that’s why we keep doing what we do,” said Wetzel

In the end, It’s all about giving back.   

“Everyone is someone.  Everyone can help.  If seeing that we did this inspires someone to help, I’m really going to be moved by that,” said Bahr.