Michelle Pierre, founder of Project Love 4Paws Inc, has dedicated herself to improving the lives of stray and feral animals in Cherokee County, Georgia. What started as a personal passion for rescuing stray cats has evolved into a non-profit organisation that focuses on Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR), rehoming, and providing vital resources for pet owners in need.
Founded as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Project Love 4Paws Inc is committed to reducing the local feral cat population and offering support for both cats and dogs in need. Michelle’s approach is grounded in compassion and a deep understanding of the importance of the human-animal bond. Her organisation works to address the pressing challenges of pet overpopulation and animal abandonment in the community.
The work of Project Love 4Paws includes feeding feral cat colonies, arranging veterinary care, and offering resources for spay and neuter services to ensure responsible pet ownership. A key element of the organisation’s mission is to assist “the helpers” — the individuals who are caring for animals in their own communities but lack the resources to provide them with adequate care. By providing food and supporting TNR efforts, the project has become a cornerstone of animal welfare in Cherokee County.
“I want to inspire a community where the animal-human bond is nurtured and celebrated,” said Michelle Pierre. “Our goal is to save lives, one animal at a time, while empowering others to do the same through our support system. People are less likely to abandon their pets when we help them keep their animals at home and provide them with the resources they need to care for them.”
Michelle’s efforts are not limited to feral cats. She has expanded the organisation’s mission to include rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming animals, offering critical veterinary services, and ensuring that pet caregivers have access to food and affordable spay/neuter services. Animals that can be rehomed are vaccinated, placed in shelters, or found loving homes, while feral cats that cannot be rehomed are returned to their colonies after receiving medical care.
In addition to rescue and rehabilitation, Project Love 4Paws also partners with local businesses and organisations to extend its reach and maximise the impact of its work. These partnerships have allowed the organisation to provide more resources for caregivers and animals in crisis.
Despite the success and impact of the organisation, Michelle is quick to acknowledge that the growing demand for rescue services and support requires more resources. “The need continues to grow, and we are always looking for more support to help these animals in need,” she explained.
Through her work, Michelle Pierre has become a beacon of hope for animals in Cherokee County. With the continued success of Project Love 4Paws, Michelle is determined to keep expanding her efforts to ensure that no animal is left behind.