Cat Rescue & Adoption Centres: South Yorkshire
Cat and kitten rehoming centres covering South Yorkshire. Adopt a cat from your local rescue shelter.
Organisations are listed alphabetically. Please browse the page to locate rescues nearest you.
4 The Love of Cats Rescue
Category ID:300
rotherham
Based in Rotherham. Rescuing stray and feral cats and caring for them until loving homes are found. All Cats above 2kg will be neutered before rehoming (those too young will be homed under contract to neuter when ready). Cats that are not suitable for rehoming will be neutered and released to safe locations.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
8 Lives Cat Rescue
Category ID:303
Registered Charity no. 1172332
sheffield
Based in Sheffield. A small home-based rescue, rehoming in Sheffield and surrounds, including parts of North Derbyshire (will travel further to find the right home for cats with more complex needs). All cats are health checked, vaccinated, microchipped and treated for fleas and worms before adoption. If old enough they are neutered. Those too young are rehomed with a neutering agreement.
Extra Info
Adopt A Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Axholme Cat Rescue
Category ID:538
Registered Charity no. 1202639
doncaster
Based in Doncaster. Rescuing and rehoming stray and abandoned cats within the Isle of Axholme area. All cats are neutered before adoption (for those that are too young, neutering will be arranged at a later stage).
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Barnsley Animal Rescue Charity (BARC)
Category ID:567
Registered Charity no. 1052158
sheffield
Covering South Yorkshire and parts of West Yorkshire. B.A.R.C. rescue and rehome mainly cats and dogs but also other small animals. The charity aims to help find your new best friend, and give all the support and guidance you’ll need along the journey of a lifetime.
21A Hoyland Road, Hoyland Common, Barnsley, S74 OLT.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Microchipping: Barnsley Animal Rescue are now offering a pet microchipping service for £10
Help! Volunteers Needed: More volunteers needed for dog walking, home-checking or to help in their shops.
Help! Fosterers needed: BARC desperately needs more volunteer foster carers to look after cats between homes.
Support Shops:
King Street, Hoyland
21a Hoyland Rd, Hoyland Common, Barnlsey, S.Yorks.
10 Barnsley Rd, Goldthorpe, Rotherham, S.Yorks.
3 High St, Wombwell, Barnsley, S.Yorks.
8 High Street, Wath on Dearne, S.Yorks.
73 Station Street, Swinton, S.Yorks.
Blue Cross - Sheffield Rehoming & Advice Unit
Category ID:384
Registered Charity no. 224392
sheffield
Based in Sheffield. Helping to rehome cats and dogs in need and providing advice for pet owners. All animals are neutered before rehoming (for those that are too young, neutering will be arranged after adoption). The unit runs a direct homing scheme which helps to find new homes for pets while they stay with their owner.
Old Station Drive, Sheffield, S7 2PY (Open 2pm - 4pm daily. Weds by appointment only.)
Extra Info
Adopt A Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Help! Fosterers Needed: The centre is always looking for more foster homes for their animals.
Buttons Cat Rescue
Category ID:694
barnsley
A foster based rescue in Barnsley. Rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming abandoned, stray and feral cats & kittens in South and West Yorkshire. All cats will be neutered and microchipped before adoption. Kittens will be homed with an appointment for neutering.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Cat Action Trust (1977) - Doncaster South
Category ID:790
Registered Charity no. 801245
doncaster
Covering Doncaster, South Yorkshire and surrounding areas. Rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming stray and feral cats and kittens. Cats are cared for by fosterers, until suitable homes can be found. All cats are neutered before rehoming, and kittens are rehomed on agreement for neutering when old enough.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Cat-Ching
Category ID:861
Registered Charity no. 1192603
sheffield
A small, home-based rescue in Sheffield. Rescuing cats in Sheffield and rehoming across South Yorkshire and beyond. There is no centre, so foster families care for the cats in need. All cats and kittens are neutered, chipped, vaccinated and up to date with flea and worm treatment prior to adoption.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Cats Protection - Doncaster
Category ID:346
Registered Charity no. 203644
doncaster
Covering the majority of the Doncaster (DN) postcode areas.Working to improve the lives of unwanted, abandoned or stray cats & kittens by finding them loving new homes. The cats are cared for in foster homes. The branch may be able to help with feral cat populations through trap, neuter, return.
PO Box 48, Doncaster, DN5 8TH.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Neutering Assistance: Find out if you are eligible here: Financial Assistance with the Cost of Neutering
National CP Helpline: 03000 12 12 12
Cats Protection - Sheffield & District
Category ID:495
Registered Charity no. 203644
sheffield
Covering the Sheffield, Barnsley and Rotherham areas. Rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming unwanted and stray cats. Cats are cared for in foster homes, rather than a central shelter and will be vaccinated, neutered (where appropriate) and microchipped prior to rehoming.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Neutering Assistance: Find out if you are eligible here: Financial Assistance with the Cost of Neutering
National CP Helpline: 03000 12 12 12
Complete Kitty Rescue
Category ID:1263
sheffield
Based in Chesterfield, covering Derbyshire. Caring for pregnant queens, mothers with litters and hand rearing orphan kittens. All will be microchipped, vaccinated and treated for fleas and worms before rehoming. All cats 6 months and over are neutered prior to adoption. Those too young are homed with a contract for neutering by 7 months. Complete Kitty Rescue also helps with trap, neuter and return of community cats. Please Note: Complete Kitty Rescue are unable to take in cats that currently have a home.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Help! Kitten Fosterers Needed: Please contact Complete Kitty Rescue if you can foster a weaned kitten until a loving home is found.
Harrogate Cat Rescue
Category ID:1268
Rescuing and rehoming stray and abandoned cats in Yorkshire. All will be health checked, flea & worm treated, microchipped and will be rehomed with 5 weeks free pet insurance. All adults cats are neutered, and kittens returned for neutering when old enough. Harrogate Cat Rescue also offer ongoing advice, support, and guidance to adopters.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Little Souls
Category ID:1430
Registered Charity no. 1209007
doncaster
Based in Doncaster. Rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming stray, feral and unwanted cats in Nottinghamshire and South Yorkshire. All cats are given any veterinary treatment needed, and neutered before adoption. Little Souls also help farm cats and ensure they are neutered and healthy, and rehoming where possible.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Mayflower Sanctuary (The)
Category ID:1125
Registered Charity no. 1082052
bawtry
Based in Bawtry, covering: South Yorkshire & Nottinghamshire. Rescuing and rehoming abandoned and abused cats and dogs to loving homes. All adult cats are neutered prior to adoption and kittens are rehomed with a neutering voucher, ready for when they are old enough.
Narrow Lane, Bawtry, Nr Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN10 6QJ. Open by Appointment Only.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Pet Samaritans
Category ID:1042
sheffield
Based in Sheffield. Emergency Pet Care for terminally ill and elderly people, and assistance with pet adoptions and rehoming, There are lots of cats ready for new homes. Pet Samaritans also provide a wildlife rescue service, and education programs.
Pet Samaritans, Broomhill Mews, Broomhill Road, Old Whittington, Chesterfield, S41 9EA. Open by Appointment Only.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Precious Paws Cat Rescue York
Category ID:1027
Based in York. Rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming cats and kittens in North Yorkshire, West Yorkshire, South Yorkshire and Humberside.. This is a small foster-based rescue, and therefore can only take cats in when space allows. All cats will be neutered, vaccinated and microchipped before adoption. Kittens will be rehomed with an arrangement for neutering to take place when they are old enough.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Help! Cat Fosterers Needed: If you have a spare room or are currently pet free, please consider fostering. Contact Precious Paws Cat Rescue for more information.
Rain Rescue
Category ID:1015
Registered Charity no. 1115089
sheffield
Based in Rotherham. Rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming abandoned cats and dogs in and around Yorkshire. All animals receive a health check and are neutered (if safe to do so), vaccinated, microchipped and treated for fleas and worms before rehoming. If neutering hasn't been done at this point, cats are rehomed with a neutering agreement. They will also be homed with 4 week's free pet insurance & a 2kg bag of food.
Rain Rescue, Summerfield Lodge, Moat Lane, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S66 1DZ.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Royston Animal Welfare
Category ID:991
sheffield
Based in Barnsley, operating mainly in South and West Yorkshire. Rescuing and rehoming unwanted, abused and abandoned animals, mainly cats and dogs but also rabbits, guinea pigs, mice, fish rats etc. This relatively small organisation is constantly fundraising to keep afloat. They operate a non-destruction policy which means that no healthy animal is ever put to sleep.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Help! Volunteers Needed: Live in the Barnsley area? Love animals? Got time to spare? RAW would love to hear from you!
Please leave a landline or mobile number on the answerphone when prompted.
RSPCA - Barnsley & District
Category ID:570
Registered Charity no. 226116
barnsley
Based in Barnsley. RSPCA Barnsley work to protect neglected or injured pets. They give priority to animals rescued by their inspectors from cruelty and neglect. All animals available for adoption at this branch are neutered, vaccinated and micro-chipped.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Lost & Found Register: There is lost and found section on the RSPCA - Barnsley & District website. If you've lost or found a cat in this area, send the details to the email address above.
Cruelty Line: 0300 1234 999 (7am to 10pm), or for advice visit: RSPCA Help & Advice
RSPCA - Chesterfield & North Derbyshire
Category ID:612
Registered Charity no. 226142
Based in Chesterfield. Covering Chesterfield, North Derbyshire and areas of the Peak District National Park. The branch rescues, rehabilitates and rehomes animals in need, and finds them loving, permanent homes. They also promote responsible pet ownership.
Mayfield Animal Centre, 137 Spital Lane, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S41 OHL. Open 6 days a week - closed Monday. Animal viewing: 12.00pm – 3.00pm.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Cruelty Line: 0300 1234 999 (7am to 10pm), or for advice visit: RSPCA Help & Advice
RSPCA - Doncaster, Rotherham & District (South Yorkshire Animal Centre)
Category ID:625
Registered Charity no. 506259
rotherham
Covering Doncaster and Rotherham. Rehabilitating and rehoming animals that are rescued from cruelty and neglect by RSPCA Inspectors. All animals are neutered, microchipped and vaccinated (where appropriate) before they are rehomed.
Black Firs Farm, Great North Rd, Bawtry, Doncaster, DN10 6DE. (Open: Daily 11am to 4pm)
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Cruelty Line: 0300 1234 999 (7am to 10pm), or for advice visit: RSPCA Help & Advice
RSPCA - Goole & District
Category ID:647
Registered Charity no. 232214
doncaster
Based in Goole. Whilst working closely with the national society, the branch is reliant on their own fundraising to helping and caring for local animals. All work is carried out by volunteers. A home visit is carried out prior to adoption. If you are wishing to adopt a cat or kitten, contact the branch to arrange the visit. An RSPCA trained home visitor will talk through cat and kitten ownership with you. An adoption fee is required which helps towards the costs incurred for neutering, vaccinations, ID chipping, de-fleaing, worming and any other necessary treatment.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Neutering Assistance: For information on Neutering vouchers, Tel: 07599 087 527
Lost & Found Register: This branch has lost and found animals on their website.
Cruelty Line: 0300 1234 999 (7am to 10pm), or for advice visit: RSPCA Help & Advice
RSPCA - Sheffield (Sheffield Animal Shelter)
Category ID:740
Registered Charity no. 225570
sheffield
Based in Sheffield. Rehabilitating and rehoming unwanted, neglected and abandoned cats and dogs. The branch neuter, vaccinate and microchip every dog and cat which comes to the Centre, prior to adoption.
2 Stadium Way, Attercliffe, Sheffield, S9 3HN. Open by Appointment Only.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Cruelty Line: 0300 1234 999 (7am to 10pm), or for advice visit: RSPCA Help & Advice
Save A Stray
Category ID:978
Registered Charity no. 1212525
sheffield
Based in Sheffield. A small organisation rehoming stray cats and kittens in the Sheffield area and beyond. All cats and kittens are cared for until loving homes are found, and will be neutered before adoption.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Sheffield Cats Shelter
Category ID:968
Registered Charity no. 1172162
sheffield
Rescuing and rehoming cats and kittens in Sheffield and the surrounding area. Whether stray, owned, poorly, young or old, the Sheffield Cats Shelter will try to help. All cats and kittens are neutered before they are adopted. The shelter always has farm cats seeking homes.
1 Travis Place, Broomhall, Sheffield, South Yorks, S10 2DB.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Neutering Assistance: Sheffield Cats Shelter may be able to provide discount neutering vouchers. Contact them for further details.
Help! Volunteers Needed: Volunteers are often needed to help with the cats and for fundraising.
Thornberry Animal Sanctuary
Category ID:908
Registered Charity no. 1018048
doncaster
Based in Anston, near Sheffield. Rescuing, caring for & rehoming animals in need throughout South Yorkshire and North Nottinghamshire. Thornberry is a medium sized animal sanctuary that operates a non-destruction policy. Cats are neutered, microchipped, vaccinated treated for fleas and worms, and covered by 4 weeks free pet insurance.
The Stables, Todwick Rd. Anston, Near Sheffield, S.Yorks, S25 3SE. Opening hours: 11am - 3pm daily.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Yorkshire Cat Rescue
Category ID:849
Registered Charity no. 1160138
Based in Keighley, covering all of Yorkshire. Rescuing and rehoming unwanted, stray and abandoned cats and kittens. Yorkshire Cat Rescue has a no kill policy, meaning that no healthy animal is ever put to sleep.
Lower Pierce Close Farm, Cross Roads, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD22 9AQ. Open: 1pm-4pm on Mon, Tues, Thurs and Fri
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
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