Before diving in, please take a moment to read the founder's note.

PawPlacer started with a simple vision: to bring modern and powerful tools to small-to-medium sized animal shelters—especially those with limited budgets and resources. We built a platform that was affordable (or free) and packed with the features shelters actually need.

But as we've grown and word of our security practices spread, larger organizations reached out, asking for more. Municipal shelters, ultra-high-capacity rescues, and multi-location networks wanted PawPlacer's innovation and security at an enterprise level, but our feature set was intentionally built for smaller shelters. That's where PawPlacer Pro comes in.

PawPlacer Pro isn't just an upgrade—it's a complete reimagining of what a municipal or ultra-large-scale shelter management system can be. We've assembled a dedicated team and are working with shelter leaders to ensure PawPlacer Pro meets their needs—without affecting PawPlacer's core mission. We've invested heavily in cutting-edge automation and compliance tools to create something lightyears ahead of anything else in the industry.

Why municipal shelters will choose PawPlacer Pro

Municipal shelters operate on a different scale, requiring compliance with government regulations, streamlined processes for high-volume intakes, and seamless coordination between multiple locations. PawPlacer Pro was built from the ground up to meet these challenges while maintaining the simplicity that made PawPlacer a favorite for smaller shelters.

• PawPlacer's UI: Government-related software doesn't have to feel outdated. PawPlacer Pro will retain the modern, intuitive interface that makes training new staff effortless.
• Customizable Workflows & Automations: Adapt every part of the system to match your operations—no more forcing processes into rigid, outdated software. Hide features you don't need, bookmark ones you love, and automate repetitive tasks.
• Regulatory Compliance, Built In: Track and manage local, state, and federal requirements with ease. Automated documentation and reporting keep you ahead of audits.
• Advanced Data & Funding Analytics: Generate in-depth reports to justify grant funding, analyze adoption trends, and make data-driven decisions. Use natural language to have AI build safe queries for the exact data you need.
• Multi-Shelter & Network Management: Connect multiple locations, streamline transfers, and coordinate across an entire rescue network in real time.
• Unparalleled Support & Onboarding: We don't just help you sign up—we provide hands-on guidance and 24/7 access to senior-level support staff, ensuring your team maximizes every feature.
• Easy Pricing, No Games: Unlike legacy providers that lock you into expensive, outdated systems, PawPlacer Pro delivers more power at a fraction of the cost. Pricing will scale based on organizational needs—without hidden fees or surprise charges. PawPlacer Pro's pricing helps sustain our free tier, ensuring larger shelters directly support smaller ones.

How We're Building It

PawPlacer Pro is being developed in close collaboration with municipal shelter leaders, ensuring every feature is built to solve real-world challenges. From automating compliance documentation to integrating with city-wide databases, we're focused on building the most powerful and adaptable shelter management platform available today. PawPlacer Pro is launching later this year.