Forest Grove, OR
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Paws and Pumpkins Rescue is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, no-kill cat rescue and lounge based in Forest Grove, Oregon. They focus their rescue, adoption, foster, and TNR efforts primarily within the Washington County area, providing lifelong care and shelter until each feline finds a forever home. The rescue operates through community donations, volunteer support, and thrift store sales at their physical location.
PAWS and Pumpkins Rescue has adoption fees starting from $75.
$300 for kittens (2 months-1 year old), $150 for adult cats (1-7 years old), $75 for seniors (7 years old and up). Additional fees may include a 3% non-cash payment fee, adoption hold fees ($50 for up to 2 weeks, $75 for up to 4 weeks), and a $75 pre-adoption fee for underage kittens.
Adopters must commit to an indoor-only household and agree to never declaw the cat(s). Bonded pairs must always be adopted together and will not be separated under any circumstances. Approved adopters have one calendar week from approval to schedule pickup before hold fees apply.
Adopters must complete at least two separate visits focused on spending time with the cat(s) at least one week apart to ensure thoughtful decision-making. Following the two visits, applicants submit an online adoption application; once approved, adopters schedule pickup during store hours with at least 24 hours advance notice.
Yes. Paws and Pumpkins Rescue only accepts as many cats as they have the space and resources to care for, guaranteeing them a place until they find a home. Humane euthanasia is only considered if a cat's quality of life has severely degraded with no veterinary prospect of improvement.
Adoption fees cover spay/neuter surgery, microchip, core vaccinations (Rabies and FVRCP + booster, with some receiving FeLV), up-to-date flea/tick treatment, dewormer, and FIV/FeLV testing.
No. Under no circumstances will bonded pairs ever be split up; they must always be adopted together.
All volunteers must be at least 16 years of age. Volunteers under 18 must have an adult parent or guardian complete the Volunteer Interest Form and sign a consent form in person.
Intake requests can be submitted via their online Intake Request form under Resources, subject to space and capacity.
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