Dripping Springs Elite Real Estate Professionals (DS Elite) is proud to announce a new community partnership with PAWS Shelter of Central Texas, a local no-kill animal shelter dedicated to rescuing and rehoming pets in need.
Through this initiative, DS Elite will help shine a light on long-stay dogs and cats at PAWS’ Dripping Springs campus. Statistics show that the longer an animal stays in a shelter — no matter how loving the environment — the harder it becomes for them to be adopted. Extended time in a shelter can lead to stress, anxiety, and a decline in overall well-being for these pets.
“Dripping Springs Elite believes in using our platform to give back to the community, and PAWS’ mission deeply resonates with us,” said Samantha LeBlanc, DS Elite Charitable Giving/Community Committee member. “Every pet deserves a second chance, and by raising awareness we hope to help more families open their hearts and homes.”
Throughout the month of October, DS Elite will highlight adoptable long-stay pets from PAWS on social media, encouraging the community to step in — whether through adoption, fostering, or donations. Each act of kindness helps provide food, medical care, and the love these animals deserve.
“And speaking of donations — PAWS needs Purina dog/cat food, kitty litter and bleach, so we are also encouraging the community to bring donations to our Annual Community-Wide Shred Day that is Thursday, Oct. 9, from 11 am to 2 pm in the Keller Williams parking lot behind McDonalds in downtown Dripping Springs,” LeBlanc added.
Also as part of this initiative, Dripping Springs Elite will also donate $1,000 to PAWS of Central Texas in November to support the shelter’s operational costs. This contribution will help provide food, medical care, and safe housing for animals while they wait for their forever homes. By pairing financial support with increased community awareness, DS Elite hopes to make a meaningful impact in the lives of pets and the families who welcome them.
About PAWS Shelter of Central Texas
PAWS is a no-kill shelter serving Hays and Travis Counties with campuses in Dripping Springs and Kyle. Their mission is to provide animals with the second chance they deserve, whether through adoption, fostering, or ongoing community support.
📍 Dripping Springs Campus: 2965 FM 165, Dripping Springs, TX
👉 Learn more, adopt, or donate at https://pawsshelter.org
Follow along with DS Elite’s efforts to support organizations like PAWS of Central Texas on our social media channels: @drippingspringselite
About Dripping Springs Elite Real Estate Professionals
We are an independent organization of local Brokers and Agents with experience and in-depth knowledge of buying and selling in the Texas Hill Country, and specifically in Dripping Springs. By uniting our vast expertise, knowledge and marketing resources with the highest levels of ethics and professionalism, Dripping Springs Elite member-agents make buying or selling a home a seamless and stress-free experience. We live here, we work here, and enjoy giving back to Dripping Springs through our charitable outreach.
