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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.

COUNTIES: South-yorkshire

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.

COUNTIES: South-yorkshire, Derbyshire

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).

COUNTIES: South-yorkshire, Lincolnshire

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.

General Enquiries:   07534 982314
https://barnsleyanimalrescue.org.uk
Rehoming Centre:
21A Hoyland Road, Hoyland Common, Barnsley, S74 OLT.
COUNTIES: South-yorkshire, West-yorkshire

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.

General Enquiries:   0300 777 1851
https://www.bluecross.org.uk/south-yorkshire-sheffield-rehoming-and-advice-unit https://www.bluecross.org.uk
Rehoming Centre:
Old Station Drive, Sheffield, S7 2PY (Open 2pm - 4pm daily. Weds by appointment only.)
COUNTIES: Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire, Derbyshire, South-yorkshire

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.

COUNTIES: South-yorkshire, West-yorkshire

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.

COUNTIES: South-yorkshire

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.

COUNTIES: South-yorkshire

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.

General Enquiries:   01302 954311
https://www.cats.org.uk/doncaster
Postal Address:
PO Box 48, Doncaster, DN5 8TH.
COUNTIES: South-yorkshire

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.

COUNTIES: South-yorkshire

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.

COUNTIES: Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, South-yorkshire

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.

COUNTIES: East-riding-of-yorkshire, North-yorkshire, South-yorkshire, West-yorkshire

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.

COUNTIES: South-yorkshire, Nottinghamshire

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.

Adoption Enquiries:   01302 711330
General Enquiries:   07526 127010
https://mayflowersanctuary.co.uk
Rehoming Centre:
Narrow Lane, Bawtry, Nr Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN10 6QJ. Open by Appointment Only.
COUNTIES: Nottinghamshire, South-yorkshire

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.

Adoption Enquiries:   07872 421878
General Enquiries:   01246 455777
https://www.petsamaritans.co.uk
Rehoming Centre:
Pet Samaritans, Broomhill Mews, Broomhill Road, Old Whittington, Chesterfield, S41 9EA. Open by Appointment Only.
COUNTIES: South-yorkshire, Derbyshire

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.

COUNTIES: North-yorkshire, Lincolnshire, East-riding-of-yorkshire, South-yorkshire, West-yorkshire

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.

General Enquiries:   01709 247777
https://rainrescue.co.uk
Rehoming Centre:
Rain Rescue, Summerfield Lodge, Moat Lane, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S66 1DZ.
COUNTIES: South-yorkshire

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.

COUNTIES: South-yorkshire, West-yorkshire, Nottinghamshire

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.

COUNTIES: South-yorkshire

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.

General Enquiries:   01246 273358
https://chesterfield-rspca.org.uk
Rehoming Centre:
Mayfield Animal Centre, 137 Spital Lane, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S41 OHL. Open 6 days a week - closed Monday. Animal viewing: 12.00pm – 3.00pm.
COUNTIES: Derbyshire, South-yorkshire, Nottinghamshire

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.

General Enquiries:   01302 719790
https://www.rspcadoncasterrotherham.org.uk
Rehoming Centre:
Black Firs Farm, Great North Rd, Bawtry, Doncaster, DN10 6DE. (Open: Daily 11am to 4pm)
COUNTIES: South-yorkshire

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.

COUNTIES: East-riding-of-yorkshire, South-yorkshire

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.

General Enquiries:   01142 898 050
https://www.rspcasheffield.org
Rehoming Centre:
2 Stadium Way, Attercliffe, Sheffield, S9 3HN. Open by Appointment Only.
COUNTIES: South-yorkshire

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.

COUNTIES: South-yorkshire

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.

General Enquiries:   01142 724441
https://thesheffieldcatsshelter.org
Rehoming Centre:
1 Travis Place, Broomhall, Sheffield, South Yorks, S10 2DB.
COUNTIES: South-yorkshire

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.

General Enquiries:   01909 564399
https://www.thornberryanimalsanctuary.org
Rehoming Centre:
The Stables, Todwick Rd. Anston, Near Sheffield, S.Yorks, S25 3SE. Opening hours: 11am - 3pm daily.
COUNTIES: Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, South-yorkshire

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.

General Enquiries:   01535 647184
https://yorkshirecatrescue.org
Rehoming Centre:
Lower Pierce Close Farm, Cross Roads, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD22 9AQ. Open: 1pm-4pm on Mon, Tues, Thurs and Fri
COUNTIES: West-yorkshire, East-riding-of-yorkshire, South-yorkshire, North-yorkshire

Extra Info

Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.

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The Cinnamon Trust:
Homes Needed UK Wide

Cat fosterers and permanent homes always needed. The Cinnamon Trust (the national charity for the elderly, the terminally ill and their pets, Reg. charity. 293399) are looking for more volunteer homes throughout the UK. Pet free homes are needed for short-term fostering of cats whose owners are in hospital or respite care. Permanent homes needed for cats whose owners have died or who can no longer care for them. The Cinnamon Trust is not a rescue shelter and cannot take unwanted cats in. Please contact them as follows if you could help: Tel. 01736 757900 or visit: www.cinnamon.org.uk

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