Feeding Souls, Filling Bowls, and Keeping Families Whole
Welcome to the Paws Claws and Talons Foundation, the neighborhood’s whimsical home base for the whole kingdom here in Hastings. We believe that a full belly and a cozy spot to land are the heartbeat of a happy life, which is why we’ve built a community dedicated to making sure no wag, purr, or chirp is ever left behind. We are the cheeky spot where neighbors drop off their garden “extra” and pick up the handcrafted treats that keep every resident—from the tiniest bug to the fluffiest friend—feeling like royalty.
By taking what the world might call “imperfect” and turning it into something spectacular, we create a circle of care that reaches every corner of our town. Whether you are visiting the Yummy-Tummy Pantry to find a little extra help for your best friend, or you’re stopping by the Bramble Buffet to see where the magic grows, you have found a place where kindness is our primary ingredient and a bit of playfulness is our secret sauce. Our creative wing at Refurbished and Retail stays busy transforming reclaimed materials into prestigious pet goods, making sure nothing goes to waste in our neighborhood ecosystem.
We aren’t just an organization; we are a spirited gathering of neighbors working together to keep families whole and spirits high. Whether you want to join the Soil-to-Sweets Society to get your hands in the dirt or team up with the Bolt & Beam Battalion to build the future, there is a place for you here. Step inside, pull up a chair, and join us in making our corner of the world a little brighter, one rescued morsel and one happy pet at a time.

My whole life, I dreamed of working with animals —but what I found truly fulfilling is working for them.

Miriah Gerlach
Founder/CEO
