Mary Esther still without animal control after PAWS cancels contract, city seeks alternatives

Mary Esther is still without animal control services after PAWS canceled its contract, leaving city leaders scrambling for solutions and demanding fairness in future agreements.
PAWS Faces $750K Shortfall as Cities Cancel Contracts: โThis Is Not Sustainableโ

PAWS, Okaloosa Countyโs primary animal welfare provider, is facing a $750,000 deficit amid contract disputes with cities like Destin and Niceville, forcing tough decisions as animal intake costs soar.
Here’s What Happened Between Niceville and PAWS at Tuesday’s Council Meeting

After a last-minute email from PAWS cut all ties, Niceville must find a new animal control solutionโwhat happens next?
Niceville and PAWS End Contract for Animal Control. Here’s What Happens Next:

What happens when a city decides to cut ties with its longtime animal control provider? Niceville is finding outโand itโs complicated.