Bowie Citizens for Local Animal Welfare (Bowie CLAW) is a 501(c)(3) animal welfare organization located in Bowie, Maryland. The mission of Bowie CLAW is to advocate for the interests of animals in the greater Bowie area. For many years, the members of Bowie CLAW have advocated for the establishment of a local animal holding facility to assist with placement of Bowie's homeless animals and the return of lost animals. We are thrilled to announce that our efforts have been successful and the City of Bowie will soon be opening such a facility in City Hall. CLAW will be donating up to $104,000 to defray the costs of the shelter's construction and hopes to remain deeply involved in the operation of the facility. Bowie CLAW also runs a Pet Assistance & Support (PAS) program, which provides pet food, toys, and cat litter to area residents who are struggling to afford their pets' needs in this challenging economy. In addition, Bowie CLAW assistsPrince George's Animal Management and other local rescue organizations in the placement of adoptable pets.

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National Night Out event, hosted by the City of Bowie Police Department, on:

Tuesday August 4, 2015

beginning at 6:00pm. 

Allen Pond Park -3330 Northview Drive

Bowie, MD 20716.

Bowie CLAW is planning fun activities for the whole family, including face painting and give-aways, in addition to promotional materials for animal safety such as micro-chip and spay/neuter clinics, canine leash safety, and hot weather tips.

Other activities at the National Night Out include a sketch artist, moon bounce, finger-printing station for kids, and various other vendors.  Plus, you'll of course have the opportunity to meet Bowie's public safety professionals and learn about safety and crime prevention!

Hope to see you there!