VICTORY: Killing of Community Cats Ceases in Summit County, Ohio
Because of Alley Cat Allies’ action against Summit County, Ohio, and its county-operated animal shelter, the shelter has ceased impounding healthy cats and needlessly killing any cat it deems too “feral.” Before we took action, cats were being impounded in the shelter regardless of whether they were community cats (who are generally not socialized to […]
Introducing Our New Community Resource Tool™
Find local resources for cats with a few clicks To connect people caring for cats with local resources, Alley Cat Allies officially launched our new Community Resource Tool! With a few clicks, people across the United States can locate and access veterinary services, food banks providing cat food, and other critical assistance for cats in […]
Transforming Communities for Cats — Winter 2025 Edition
Major Victory for Cats Throughout Ohio An amicus brief filed by Alley Cat Allies helped inform a critical Ohio Supreme Court decision for cats and kittens this quarter. The court ruled that Ohio’s companion animal cruelty law protects all cats, including community cats who are unowned and live outdoors. This incredible victory ensures that whether […]
Responding to Back-to-Back Hurricanes
Just as affected communities began to get their bearings after Hurricane Helene struck in September 2024, Hurricane Milton swirled ashore less than two weeks later. In the aftermath, communities in Florida, South Carolina, and beyond were left flooded, devastated, and cut off from the most critical resources for both people and animals. Alley Cat Allies’ […]
Saving Cats’ Lives Through the Los Angeles Fires
When the Palisades fire, Eaton fire, and other wildfires erupted in Los Angeles in January, bolstered by whipping winds, our Rapid Response Team rushed out to save cats’ lives. In the chaos of a disaster’s beginnings, finding your footing and delivering effective, lifesaving support takes skill, fluidity, creativity, and determination. Our more than 30 years […]
Your Generosity Saves Cats’ Lives
Every one of our donors makes our fearless and impactful work for cats possible. There are so many ways to give: Monthly Giving: Join the Cat-aylst Society The Cat-alyst Society is an exclusive group of compassionate individuals who have pledged to make monthly donations to Alley Cat Allies, which serve as the foundation of our […]
We Won’t Back Down on Saving Puerto Rico’s Cats
The lives of cats like Llorin, Don Ramon, and Gizmo are depending on us right now. Alley Cat Allies will not back down in our fight to stop the U.S. National Park Service (NPS) from removing and killing the community cats who live outdoors on the Paseo del Morro, a famous trail in Puerto Rico. […]
Cats Are Family, Too™: Providing Lifesaving Veterinary Care When It Matters Most
In today’s world, access to care for cats and kittens can feel out of reach for so many. As part of our mission, Alley Cat Allies is committed to improving lifesaving veterinary resources for cats whether they live outdoors or indoors, including working with veterinarians in communities across the United States and beyond to provide […]
Lifesaving Impact in New Jersey, Cats You Helped Protect, and More
Atlantic County Program Supports Hundreds of Cats Per Day Our ongoing program with the Humane Society of Atlantic County is providing spay and neuter and vaccinations through Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR), cat food, and more care to thousands of cats and kittens! Leo and Cali are among some of the newest cats to receive care—just in time […]
From the Field: A Powerful Protest to Protect Puerto Rico’s Cats
? We had an incredible, impactful week of protecting cats and peaceful protest in Puerto Rico! Our on-the-ground team worked day and night on the famous Paseo del Morro to help provide nutritious food to the beloved community cats who live there, as well as humanely trap cats who needed veterinary care. We’re gearing up […]