Beware! This company is a scam.
This company has scammed me!
I gave a donation of $29.90 on February 5th 2026 which consisted of a Guardian package, feeding 50 dogs...
Then on April 9th, I donated $28.95 to help pay for the emergency surgery of a dog named Duke.
Nowhere on the confirmation did it state that this was a subscription, or that I had signed up for a subscription.
They continued taking $29.99 from me for the next 3 months,despite me writing to them three times and asking them to cancel the order immediately.
I see from other complaints, that I am not the only one being scammed by this company and the IRS needs to look into their bad business practices.
Please be very careful not to fall for their tear jerking advertising and make sure to check all the small print if you do decide to donate.
This is what I have since found online:
"Saving the Paws" is widely considered a scam.
Key Warning Signs:Unauthorized Charges: Victims report signing up for a one-time purchase or donation and subsequently being hit with recurring monthly charges of $29.99 or similar amounts.Impersonation: They often use deceptive names similar to legitimate nonprofits, such as "Saving Paws" (which is an actual, verified rescue in Appleton, Wisconsin) to trick donors.How to Stay Safe:Do not purchase bracelets or sign up for "pet food subscription" programs advertised by these types of social media accounts.Dispute the charges: If you have already been scammed, contact your bank or credit card company immediately to cancel the card and dispute the unauthorized charges.Verify before donating: Always research charities using tools like the IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search or Charity Navigator before giving your money.If you are looking to help animals, consider donating directly to vetted, reputable organizations like The Marine Mammal Center or your local, trusted animal shelters.6 sitesRescue Paws is a fraudulent company and needs to be stopped - RedditThis fraudulent company states that "Every Item Helps Us Provide 10 Meals to Abandoned Dogs" They've made over approximately $4 mi...RedditSaving the paws bracelet scam alert - FacebookWhat people are saying. Multiple commenters report unauthorized charges from Saving the Paws, with many calling it a scam.
9 April 2026
Unprompted review