Color Country Animal Welfare

Color Country Animal Welfare (CCAW) was born from founder Dottie Weaver’s lifelong passion and love for animals. After retiring from a career as a registered nurse, Dottie raised horses and volunteered with rescue dogs. She lived in Wayne County from the 1970s to her passing in 2015, and Dottie’s home in Torrey became a refuge for homeless and abandoned dogs and cats. As others learned of Dottie’s work, they pitched in to help. In 2009, they began CCAW, a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Color Country is the only organization in Wayne County and the surrounding areas that provide services, education resources, and financial support to promote the humane treatment of animals. CCAW has a working board of volunteer directors, all of whom live in Wayne County and share Dottie’s passion for this place and its inhabitants. These days, CCAW serves roughly 300 animals each year, mostly through our spay/neuter and foster and adoption programs. Wayne County is a wild and wondrous place, and very remote. There are no public animal services other than Color Country Animal Welfare. We offer assistance to residents and tourists to keep animals safe and try to ensure all animals have a good home. We were founded by Dottie Weaver in 2009 with the help of her neighbors and friends, many of whom are still involved in CCAW. Sadly, Dottie passed away just before we purchased our land, but we know she’d be proud of what her passion for animals has sparked. CCAW’s current board of directors is comprised of Wayne County residents who dedicate their time and talents to improving the lives of animals.

Reduce the number of stray cats and dogs in the Wayne County area and to advocate for the welfare of all animals.