Rescue & Adoption, No-Kill Cat Shelter

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  • FEATURED CAT: HUBBUB!

    Look at this big guy! Five-year-old Hubbub was surrendered to West Side Cats in January after his previous family’s circumstances changed and they could no longer keep him.

    Hubbub is sweet, social, and loves attention - but gets a little grumbly when he’s overwhelmed or just not in the mood. He needs a family who understands feline body language and respects his boundaries. We also think he would do best as the only cat in the home. Aside from being a little cranky sometimes - and who isn’t?! -  Hubs is a great cat and will make a wonderful companion.

    Hubs can be found in our front office, where he helps with paperwork, supervises volunteers, and greets visitors. Please stop in during open shelter hours to visit him! His special adoption fee is only $50.

    Current shelter hours:
    Monday & Thursday, 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
    Wednesday & Friday, 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM

    Please note:
    Must be 21+ to adopt
    Current pets must be spayed/neutered and up-to-date on vaccines
    No same-day adoptions

  • WE NEED VOLUNTEERS!

    West Side Cats is a volunteer-run rescue, and everything we do depends on people who are willing to step in and help. We are always looking for kind, dependable individuals who truly love cats and want to be part of what we do.

    Whether you’re helping care for the cats, assisting visitors, or simply lending a hand where it’s needed, your time makes a real difference. Volunteering at West Side Cats is simple, hands-on, and incredibly meaningful. Most shifts are around 1-2 hours and focus on helping us keep the shelter clean, comfortable, and running smoothly. This typically includes cleaning litter boxes, tidying up rooms, doing laundry, refreshing food and water, and of course, spending time with the cats. Socializing, petting, and just being present with them is an important part of what we do, especially for those who are shy or still learning to trust.Every small task plays a part in giving these cats a safe, healthy, and loving environment while they wait for their homes.

    If you’re interested in volunteering, please stop in during open hours to meet the kitties and volunteers. You can fill out a volunteer application while you’re here, and we will just need a copy of your photo ID to attach to it.

  • NEW SHELTER HOURS

    West Side Cats open hours effective immediately are as follows:

    Mondays and Thursdays: 4:00pm-6:00pm

    Wednesdays and Fridays: 2:00pm-5:00pm

    The shelter is not open to the public on the weekends.

    Thank you for your support!!

Our Story

West Side Cats was founded in 2008 by three women with a shared passion for helping special needs cats and kittens, rescuing and rehoming threm directly from their homes. What began as a small, home-based effort has since grown into a vital resource for the community.

Since its founding, WSC has adopted out over 4,800 cats and kittens, including seniors and those with special needs, all deserving of a second chance at life. We are often the last safe haven for cats and kittens in our area who might otherwise face euthanasis.

Every cat  and kitten that leaves our care is spayed or neutered and receives proper veterinary care before adoption. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization run entirely by volunteers, we rely solely on donations and adoption fees to continue our lifesaving work

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Location

Please stop by and visit our kitties, or give us a call. We're open to the public Monday and Thursday from 4pm-6pm and Wednesday and Friday from 2pm-5pm