Whiskers Pet Rescue Inc 4.6 ★ 112 reviews Start an adoption application

Whiskers Pet Rescue, located in Southbury, Connecticut, is a dedicated no-kill, 501(c)(3) non-profit cat rescue organization. We are committed to the welfare of cats and kittens in our local communities who have been abandoned, injured, abused, or neglected. Operating without government funding, Whiskers relies entirely on the generosity of our supporters through donations, fundraisers & events, adoption fees, and occasional small grants. Our passionate team of volunteers and staff works tirelessly to rescue, care for, and place hundreds of cats and kittens into loving, permanent homes each year.

Hours Wed-Sun 1pm-4pm (appointments prioritized over walk-ins)
Adopting

Fees, requirements & process

Requirements

Adult cats must be spayed/neutered before adoption; kittens are either already altered or scheduled for a spay/neuter appointment.

How it works

Apply online first; give your vet permission to be contacted (or do a Zoom interview if you have no vet reference). All adoption-counselor contact is by email, and appointments are recommended once approved.

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Reviews

What adopters say

Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 112 Google Maps reviews . See the full rating above.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What are Whiskers Pet Rescue's hours?

Wednesday through Sunday, 1-4pm, though appointments are prioritized over walk-ins.

What's the adoption process at Whiskers Pet Rescue?

Apply online first, and give permission for them to contact your vet (or do a Zoom interview if you don't have a vet reference). All adoption-counselor contact happens by email.

How do I contact Whiskers Pet Rescue?

Call 203-586-1666.

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