Laws for Paws MS is a nonprofit organization improving animal lives in Mississippi through, advocacy, and action. Our mission targets pet overpopulation, neglect, and abandonment by promoting responsible ownership and spay/neuter initiatives.
We work to implement sustainable solutions and advocate for stricter laws, while raising about animal welfare. Join us in supporting our mission through petitions, volunteering, or donations for a safer, more compassionate future for all animals.
Our Team
Brooke Holland
President, Co-Founder, Marketing Coordinator
Brooke is an Ole Miss graduate from St. Louis, now based in Baton Rouge, with a strong passion for animal welfare. She is the proud owner of her rescue dog, Beaux, who she found on the highway. Her dedication to helping animals is reflected in her work, as she strives to create a future where every pet has the opportunity for a safe, healthy, and happy life.
Sherri Lambert
Co-Founder, Vice President, Outreach Coordinator
Sherri is a dedicated teacher, passionate foster mom, and lifelong animal advocate. Her love for animals is reflected in everything she does, from caring for her rescue Cocker Spaniel, Oliver, to fostering animals in need of loving homes. Sherri believes education and compassion go hand-in-hand when it comes to animal welfare, and she works tirelessly to make a positive impact on her community.
Amanda Haley
Co-Founder, Treasurer, Fundraising Coordinator
Amanda, originally from Georgia, now calls Oxford home, where she lives with her beloved rescue dog, Aspen, and her mini dachshund, Kiwi. Balancing a full-time sales career across the state, Amanda witnesses the impact of pet overpopulation firsthand and is passionate about making a difference in her free time.
Missy Nesbitt
Donor Relations, Admin Officer, Fundraising Coordinator
Missy grew up in Indianola, Mississippi, went to school at Tulane and is a proud graduate of Ole Miss. After 25 years as a paralegal in Nashville, she retired to Oxford in 2023. She now serves as Outreach Coordinator for NAMI Oxford, advocating for mental health. A lifelong animal lover, Missy believes in the healing power of pets and their vital role in emotional well-being.