Friends of Cats 4.6 ★ 198 reviews Start an adoption application

Friends of Cats rescues cats and kittens in El Cajon, CA and helps them find permanent homes.

Adoption fee From $35
Hours Tue-Sun 10am-3:30pm for adoptions, closed Mon and major holidays
Areas served East San Diego County / El Cajon area
Adopting

Fees, requirements & process

From $35

Kittens/under 1 year: $100; adults up to 7 years: $75; senior cats 8+ years: $35

Requirements

Complete an adoption application/questionnaire; renters should provide landlord name and number for approval.

How it works

Visit the shelter, complete an adoption questionnaire/application, staff review the application and verify information; once approved, choose a cat, pay the adoption fee and take the cat home the same day.

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Reviews

What adopters say

Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 198 Google Maps reviews . See the full rating above.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much are Friends of Cats's adoption fees?

Kittens/under 1 year: $100; adults up to 7 years: $75; senior cats 8+ years: $35.

Does Friends of Cats have any adoption requirements?

Complete an adoption application/questionnaire; renters should provide landlord name and number for approval.

What are the steps to adopt from Friends of Cats?

Visit the shelter, complete an adoption questionnaire/application, staff review the application and verify information; once approved, choose a cat, pay the adoption fee and take the cat home the same day.

What are Friends of Cats's hours?

Shelter: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00 AM-4:00 PM; Adoption: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00 AM-3:30 PM; closed Mondays and major holidays.

Where does Friends of Cats operate?

East San Diego County / El Cajon area.

Does Friends of Cats accept donations or fosters?

Yes, you can donate or apply to foster through Friends of Cats's website.

What if I need to surrender a cat to Friends of Cats?

Cat relinquishment requires an appointment and depends on shelter space. FIV/FeLV blood testing is required at the relinquishment appointment and a fee applies. Feral cats are not accepted unless under the Lifetime Care Program.

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Surrendering a cat

Cat relinquishment requires an appointment and depends on shelter space. FIV/FeLV blood testing is required at the relinquishment appointment and a fee applies. Feral cats are not accepted unless under the Lifetime Care Program.

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