Caring Paws Rescue, located in Storm Lake, Iowa, is dedicated to providing a safe haven and compassionate care for dogs and cats until they find their forever homes. Through a passionate network of volunteers, we advocate for animal welfare, fostering a community built on kindness, support, and the belief that every pet deserves a second chance. At Caring Paws Rescue, we work tirelessly to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome animals, ensuring they receive the love and care they need while promoting responsible pet ownership throughout our community.
If you have stray or feral cats on your property and are interested in having them trapped, spayed/neutered, and returned to their original location through a Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) program, please contact Kim or Hailey at (712) 213-0410. Additional details and arrangements will be discussed upon contact. Thank you.
OUR MISSION
CPR Volunteers at the Puff's Fundraiser!
Members Kim Schimmer and Hailey's rescue pup, Dolly! Dolly is often CPR's mascot for photo ops!
Signing the first check for the purchase of our building!
Newshound Peach making sure our community knows to recycle cans!
CPR volunteer Lorinda with her pup Rusty at the flower bed they sponsored in Alta (under Caring Paws Rescue's name)!
Member Sue, with Quinn Randall and her brother with the money they collected and donated to Caring Paws!
Caring Paws members cleaning out the building prior to renovations!
Jeff Stark and Ken Schweller, CPR members, carrying out a heavy shelf from our building during the cleanout!
Caring Paws and community members at Chills and Thrills! CPR hosts a pet costume contest every year!
During Caring Paws' Home Fur the Holidays fundraiser two sweet girls found a furry friend to visit with!
CPR member Hailey Reimers traps a community cat for our trap, neuter, and return program (TNR)!
CPR member Kim Schimmer spoon feeds a 4 week old kitten!
CPR member Christine Samuelson works with a community cat!
CPR members Kim Schimmer (left) and Hailey Reimers (right) trap community cats for trap, neuter, and return (TNR)!
CRP members Lorinda Peterson (left) and Beth Dawson (right) sell cat and dog charcuterie boards!
CPR members paint local park light poles during a community cleanup day!
One of the beautiful homes that was opened up as a stop for the Home Fur the Holidays Tour of Homes fundraiser!
CPR Giving Station set up at VeSo in downtown Storm Lake!
CPR float for the 4th of July parade!
CPR member Deb Langner teaching kids how to care for the "pet" they adopted at KidsFest!
The adoptable "pets" at KidsFest generously donated by CPR members Rich & Deb Langner!
CPR set-up previously at Fareway in Storm Lake! Proceeds from sales of Lucky Dog Vodka Lemonades were donated to CPR!
CPR volunteers with the float from the 2025 Fourth of July parade!
Matt Schimmer of Leo's Kitchens helping to assemble the CPR parade float!
CPR member Dolores painting our CPR dog prop!
Leo Schimmer of Leo's Kitchens cutting our the CPR dog prop!
CPR member Hailey, holding Dolly, (left), Kim (2nd in from left) and Dolores (far right) collect a donated check SLHS students!
Community girls raise funds for CPR at the 4th of July!
CPR mascot pup Dolly and treasurer Beth discuss money raised at the Roundup event and auction!
David Walker and CPR member Christine work on the assembly for the 4th of July parade float!
2026 4th of July float in action!
CPR members and volunteer walkers at the 4th of July parade!
CPR member Dr. Dave Archer next to the fundraising thermometer outside of CPR's future home!
Make an impact today
Support our mission by contributing a donation.
Donations to Caring Paws Rescue are used to fund a physical shelter, provide nutritious food and essential supplies, and cover veterinary care, including spaying and neutering. Contributions also support foster programs, animal transport, training and rehabilitation, adoption events, and emergency rescues. Every donation helps ensure that our animals receive the care they need while awaiting their forever homes.
Contact Us
Interested in volunteering, adopting, donating, or have any questions? We'd love to hear from you!