The organisation was founded in 1982, it was known then as “Cyprus Cat Protection (CCP) and Animal Welfare”, to provide shelter for stray cats and dogs. In 1994 it became “Paphiakos & CCP Animal Welfare” a registered charity No.1529 entrusted with promoting the aims of the Cyprus Government for improving animal welfare throughout the island.

It has grown extensively since the early days and now provides many services including an Information and Complaints Centre,  Veterinary Clinic to the public, free Rescue and 24 hours Emergency Service, Shelter, Boarding, Re-homing, Import/Export Service, Education programmes for schools and the general public, a Coffee Shop, five Charity Shops and our Book Exchange shop.