AUSTIN, TX – July 28, 2025 – After six weeks of nationwide voting, Spot Pet Insurance and global pop icon Kesha are thrilled to announce that Paws Shelter of Central Texas has won the Tails Out Tour Shelter Contest—a fan-driven campaign dedicated to raising awareness and support for animal shelters across the country.
With thousands of verified votes submitted atspotpet.com/kesha-tails-out, Paws Shelter of Central Texas rallied an incredible community of animal lovers to earn the top spot. As the winning shelter, Paws will receive:
A Spot-sponsored adoption event with all fees waived for new pet parents
Swag bags from Spot Perks partners for adopted pets
A dedicated Instagram Story shoutout from Kesha to help elevate the shelter’s mission
“This campaign was about giving pet families across the country a way to uplift the shelters doing incredible work in their own communities,” said Trey Ferro, CEO of Spot Pet Insurance. “Paws Shelter of Central Texas is a shining example of what compassion, advocacy, and local leadership can accomplish.”
Founded in 1986,Paws Shelter of Central Texas provides care, rehabilitation, and rehoming services to hundreds of animals each year, with a mission rooted in unconditional love and second chances.
The Tails Out Tour launched on June 10 with a Kesha-hosted listening party and adoption event at Wags and Walks in Los Angeles, uniting music, mission, and pet care in a one-of-a-kind campaign. In total, the contest generated 7800 votes, $8,000 in donations, and immeasurable awareness for the rescue community.
To learn more about the campaign or how to support your local shelter, visitspotpet.com/kesha-tails-out.
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