Carolina Cat Rescue 4.8 ★ 913 reviews Start an adoption application

A nonprofit rescue dedicated to saving the precious lives of unwanted cats and kittens in North Carolina. The organization works directly with rescue groups and county shelters across North Carolina to identify cats at risk of euthanasia and arrange transport to no-kill rescues with capacity to find them loving homes.

Adoption fee From $65
Hours Monday: 8 AM-5 PM; Tuesday: 8 AM-5 PM; Wednesday: 8 AM-5 PM; Thursday: 8 AM-5 PM; Friday: 8 AM-5 PM; Saturday: 8 AM-5 PM; Sunday: 8 AM-5 PM
Areas served North Raleigh and homes within approximately one hour of Raleigh
Adopting

Fees, requirements & process

From $65

$125 for an adult cat or kitten; $65 for a special-needs or shy cat

Requirements

Applicants complete an application and permit personal, veterinary, and landlord reference checks when applicable. Adoptions are generally limited to about one hour from Raleigh.

How it works

Submit the application, speak with an adoption counselor, complete reference checks, attend the meet-and-greet, then sign the contract and pay the fee after approval.

Location

Find Carolina Cat Rescue

Reviews

What adopters say

Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 913 Google Maps reviews . See the full rating above.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What's the adoption fee?

$125 for an adult cat or kitten, or $65 for a special-needs or shy cat.

What are your hours?

Open every day, 8am-5pm.

Do you adopt outside the Raleigh area?

Adoptions are generally limited to homes within about an hour of Raleigh.

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