Best Rescue & Adoption Providers in NYC
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KittyKind
KittyKind is a no-kill, all-volunteer cat rescue founded in 1995 with a unique adoption presence inside the Manhattan PetSmart on Broadway. The organization has placed thousands of cats into loving homes. All cats receive full Veterinarian and socialization before adoption. KittyKind operates foster programs and community education about responsible cat ownership across NYC.
Address: 860 Broadway (Petco Union Square), New York, NY 10003
Services: No-kill rescue, in-store adoption, foster care, community education
Phone: (212) 726-2652
Member of the NYC Cat Care Network
Monday: 11 AM to 7 PM
Tuesday: 11 AM to 7 PM
Wednesday: 11 AM to 7 PM
Thursday: 11 AM to 7 PM
Friday: 11 AM to 7 PM
Saturday: 11 AM to 7 PM
Sunday: 11 AM to 7 PM
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BARC Shelter Williamsburg
BARC Shelter Williamsburg is a no-kill rescue and adoption organization serving Williamsburg cat owners with adoption services, foster placement, and community support. All cats receive complete Veterinarian before adoption through a foster network. Community education and adoption events are held regularly to support responsible cat ownership and increase adoption rates.
Address: 253 Wythe Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11249
Services: No-kill rescue, adoption, foster network, TNR, community support
Phone: (718) 486-7489
Member of the NYC Cat Care Network
Monday: 12 PM to 7 PM
Tuesday: 12 PM to 7 PM
Wednesday: 12 PM to 7 PM
Thursday: 12 PM to 7 PM
Friday: 12 PM to 7 PM
Saturday: 11 AM to 5 PM
Sunday: 11 AM to 5 PM
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Best Friends Pet Lifesaving Center
Located in Manhattan, Best Friends Pet Lifesaving Center is committed to cat rescue, rehabilitation, and adoption across NYC. As a non-profit organisation, this Manhattan animal rescue centre connects cats in need with caring families, offering adoption services, foster programmes, and community education to support feline welfare across New York City. Clients praise the team for their attentive service — one reviewer noted: "Worked with Keira to adopt my 8 week old kitten, it went perfect.".
Address: 307 W Broadway, New York, NY 10013
Services: Pet adoption service, Non-profit organization, Animal rescue service, Tourist attraction, Volunteer organization
Phone: (929) 292-8300
Member of the NYC Cat Care Network
Monday: 11 AM to 7 PM
Tuesday: 11 AM to 7 PM
Wednesday: 11 AM to 7 PM
Thursday: 11 AM to 7 PM
Friday: 11 AM to 7 PM
Saturday: 11 AM to 7 PM
Sunday: 11 AM to 7 PM
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Brooklyn Animal Action
Brooklyn Animal Action is an all-volunteer nonprofit dedicated to improving animal lives in NYC since 2010. The organization has found homes for thousands of cats through a foster-based rescue model and active TNR programs across Brooklyn. Community outreach and education complement adoption efforts, making this one of the most community-rooted rescue organizations in the borough.
Address: Fort Greene, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Services: Foster-based rescue, TNR, adoption, community education, outreach
Phone: (877) 415-4889
Member of the NYC Cat Care Network
Monday: By appointment
Tuesday: By appointment
Wednesday: By appointment
Thursday: By appointment
Friday: By appointment
Saturday: By appointment
Sunday: By appointment
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North Brooklyn Cats Rescue
North Brooklyn Cats Rescue is a no-kill rescue and adoption organization serving Williamsburg cat owners with adoption services, foster placement, and community support. All cats receive complete Veterinarian before adoption through a foster network. Community education and adoption events are held regularly to support responsible cat ownership and increase adoption rates.
Address: Brooklyn, NY 11211
Services: No-kill rescue, adoption, foster network, TNR, community support
Phone: (718) 388-3103
Member of the NYC Cat Care Network
Monday: By appointment
Tuesday: By appointment
Wednesday: By appointment
Thursday: By appointment
Friday: By appointment
Saturday: By appointment
Sunday: By appointment
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ASPCA Adoption Center
ASPCA Adoption Center is a non-profit animal rescue and cat adoption organisation in Manhattan, dedicated to finding loving forever homes for cats in need. This Manhattan shelter provides thorough health checks, vaccinations, and post-adoption support to ensure successful matches between NYC families and their new feline companions. Clients praise the team for their attentive service — one reviewer noted: "Very kind staff and the doctor was the best".
Address: 424 E 92nd St, New York, NY 10128
Services: Pet adoption service, Animal protection organization, Animal rescue service, Animal shelter, Non-profit organization
Phone: (212) 876-7700
Member of the NYC Cat Care Network
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 12 to 5 PM
Wednesday: 12 to 5 PM
Thursday: 12 to 5 PM
Friday: 12 to 5 PM
Saturday: 12 to 5 PM
Sunday: 12 to 5 PM
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Astoria Animal Society
Astoria Animal Society is a no-kill rescue and adoption organization serving Queens since 2001. The organization operates a TNR program for community cats, facilitates cat and dog adoptions, and provides a food pantry for pet owners in need. The low-cost spay/neuter clinic makes responsible pet ownership accessible to low-income residents across Queens.
Address: 30-63 38th St B1, Long Island City, NY 11103
Services: No-kill rescue, TNR, adoption, low-cost spay/neuter, food pantry
Phone: (718) 752-1488
Member of the NYC Cat Care Network
Monday: 12 PM to 5 PM
Tuesday: 12 PM to 5 PM
Wednesday: 12 PM to 5 PM
Thursday: 12 PM to 5 PM
Friday: 12 PM to 5 PM
Saturday: 11 AM to 4 PM
Sunday: Closed
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Tenth Life Cat Rescue Brooklyn
Tenth Life Cat Rescue Brooklyn is a no-kill rescue and adoption organization serving Williamsburg cat owners with adoption services, foster placement, and community support. All cats receive complete Veterinarian before adoption through a foster network. Community education and adoption events are held regularly to support responsible cat ownership and increase adoption rates.
Address: Brooklyn, NY 11211
Services: No-kill rescue, adoption, foster network, TNR, community support
Phone: (718) 384-6632
Member of the NYC Cat Care Network
Monday: By appointment
Tuesday: By appointment
Wednesday: By appointment
Thursday: By appointment
Friday: By appointment
Saturday: By appointment
Sunday: By appointment
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Bobbi & the Strays
Located in Glendale, Queens, Bobbi & the Strays is committed to cat rescue, rehabilitation, and adoption across NYC. this Queens animal rescue centre connects cats in need with caring families, offering adoption services, foster programmes, and community education to support feline welfare across New York City.
Address: 80-36 Cooper Ave, Glendale, NY 11385
Services: Pet adoption service, Animal shelter
Phone: (718) 326-6070
Member of the NYC Cat Care Network
Monday: 11 AM to 5 PM
Tuesday: 11 AM to 5 PM
Wednesday: 11 AM to 5 PM
Thursday: 11 AM to 5 PM
Friday: 11 AM to 5 PM
Saturday: 11 AM to 4:30 PM
Sunday: 11 AM to 4 PM
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Bideawee Adoption Center Manhattan
Bideawee is one of America's oldest and most respected no-kill animal welfare organizations, founded in 1906, operating adoption centers in Manhattan and on Long Island. The Manhattan center offers cat and dog adoption, low-cost veterinary services, pet loss support, and community education. Bideawee's TNR and community cat programs serve all five boroughs.
Address: 152 W 24th St, New York, NY 10011
Services: No-kill adoption, TNR, low-cost vet services, pet loss support
Phone: (866) 262-8133
Member of the NYC Cat Care Network
Monday: 12 PM to 7 PM
Tuesday: 12 PM to 7 PM
Wednesday: 12 PM to 7 PM
Thursday: 12 PM to 7 PM
Friday: 12 PM to 7 PM
Saturday: 11 AM to 5 PM
Sunday: 11 AM to 5 PM
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