Cat Rescue & Adoption Centres: North Yorkshire

Registered Charity no. 1116552
Covering Teesdale and surrounding areas. Animal rescue - domestic, including rehoming of cats and kittens, also helping wildlife (room permitting). A home-check is always carried out before homing, and follow-up contact is made after homing. The Ark is unable to house dogs but they do run a database to assist with direct homing. Permanent sanctuary is given to those animals which cannot be released or rehomed. The Ark also runs a Wildlife Education Centre and Nature Trail, and animal care courses. The Ark caters for disabled visitors and all community groups. Please see their website, linked below, for further information.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Rehoming Centre: Ark on the Edge, Woolley Hill Farm, Woodland, Co Durham, DL13 5RX. NB: Please always phone before visiting, to ensure someone is there to assist you.
Tel: 01388 718977
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Registered Charity no. 1183369
Covering North Yorkshire. Dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation & rehoming of cats & kittens in need. All cats are neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, protected by prescription grade parasite treatment & undergo a thorough health exam prior to rehoming. Band of Rescuers also offer 5 weeks free insurance on all adoptions, and a £50 voucher towards first health check & vaccination booster if the full policy is taken up.
Help! Volunteers Wanted: Please email Band of Rescuers as below for further details.
Adopt a Cat: See Cats for Homing at This Shelter
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Website: www.bandofrescuers.co.uk

Registered Charity no. 1071200
Based in High Bentham, helping animals in North Yorkshire, South Cumbria and North Lancashire. The organisation specialises in cat rescue, but has contacts with other local organisations for dogs and small furries. All cats are neutered, micro-chipped and vaccinated before rehoming.
Adopt a Cat: See Cats for Homing at This Shelter
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Website: www.benthampetrescue.org.uk

Based in Selby. Helping with the rescue and rehoming of stray, abandoned and unwanted cats. All cats are neutered before rehoming. Please Note: Black Cat Rescue only takes in older cats (6 months to elderly) and not kittens. Pre-adoption home visits apply.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes.
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Website: www.blackcatrescue.weebly.com

Registered Charity no. 224392
Covering: North Yorkshire, Teesside, Wakefield and parts of West Yorkshire. The Blue Cross Thirsk centre has facilities for 25 dogs and 40 cats, with additional and puppy and kitten facilities, they always have animals looking for good homes.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the rehoming centre as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Rehoming Centre: Parklands, Station Road, Topcliffe, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 3SE. Open 2-4 daily (Wednesday by appointment only)
Tel : 0300 777 1848
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Rehoming web page: www.bluecross.org.uk/yorkshire-thirsk-rehoming-centre
National website: www.bluecross.org.uk

Based near Whitby covering Redcar & Cleveland and Whitby. Care 4 Cats takes in stray and unwanted cats and kittens, rehabilitates and prepares them for forever homes. Rescued felines are treated for worms and fleas, fully vaccinated, neutered, microchipped, FIV/FELV tested and given any other veterinary care required before rehoming.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes.
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Website: www.care4catsrescue.co.uk

Based in Bradford. Rescuing and rehoming stray and abandoned cats within West & North Yorkshire. Their main focus is on male stray cats who are often low down on waiting lists, to make way for mums & kittens due to a lack of resources. All cats will be health checked, vaccinated, neutered, microchipped and given flea & worm treatment prior to adoption. The Cat House Rescue do not rehome near busy roads. Home checks apply.
Adopt a Cat: See Cats for Homing at This Shelter
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Website: www.thecathouserescue.com

Covering Billingham, Middlesbrough and Stockton. Rescuing and rehoming cats and kittens for many years, through dedicated foster homes. A home visit is carried out as a requirement to homing an animal. All adult cats are neutered prior to homing, and provision is made for kittens to be neutered by the time they are 6 months old. The Orphanage normally has in the region of 50 cats and kittens of all ages and colours available for homing at any one time.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Help! Volunteers needed: Volunteers are always needed for a variety of roles and fundraising, please contact as below if you could help.
Help! Rural / Farm Homes Needed: Suitable outdoor homes on farms, small holdings or stables needed for neutered ex-feral cats.
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Based in York. All cats and kittens are microchipped, wormed and treated for fleas when they arrive at the rescue. Cats over the age of 6 months are also neutered and vaccinated. Young kittens must be neutered at 6 months of age by the new owners, as part of the adoption agreement.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes.
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Registered Charity no. 203644
Based in Harrogate. Rescuing, rehabilitation and rehoming abandoned and stray cats.  Cats are cared for in foster homes until their new, permanent home can be found. The branch can also help with neutering of feral cats to help control their numbers. All cats are vaccinated, microchipped and up to date with flea and worm prevention before they are rehomed; they will also be neutered if they are old enough.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the branch as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Neutering Assistance: Cats Protection offer a means tested scheme to neuter your cat for £10 at selected UK vet practices. Please contact 03000 12 12 12 then option 2 for the neutering department between 9:30am – 1pm to find out more.
Tel: 07796 198041
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Website: www.cats.org.uk/harrogate
National CP Helpline: 03000 12 12 12

Registered Charity no. 203644
Based in Huntingdon, York. All of the cats at Cats Protection - York Adoption Centre have been vet checked, microchipped, neutered (if old enough), treated for fleas & worms and come with 4 weeks insurance.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Neutering Assistance: Cats Protection offer a means tested scheme to neuter your cat for £10 at selected UK vet practices. Please contact 03000 12 12 12 then option 2 for the neutering department between 9:30am – 1pm to find out more.
Lost & Found Register: Lost and Found register available for York and surrounding area.
Adoption Centre: 582 Huntington Road, Huntington, York, YO32 9QA (Open 11am – 3pm daily, by appointment only)
Tel: 01904 760356
Website: www.cats.org.uk/york
National CP Helpline: 03000 12 12 12

Registered Charity no. 1198181
Based in Scarborough, helping cats in need across North and East Yorkshire. Rescuing stray and feral cats and kittens whose health and / or well-being is in danger. They will receive round-the-clock care at the sanctuary, and receive any vet treatment needed until they are ready to be adopted. All cats who are old enough are microchipped, neutered and vaccinated before rehoming.
Adopt a Cat: See Cats for Homing at This Shelter
Help! Cat Fosters Needed: Please contact Filey Cat Rescue if you'd like to consider fostering a cat between homes. Cat food, litter and veterinary costs will be covered.
Tel: 07796 950817
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Website: fileycatrescue.org

Rescuing and rehoming stray and abandoned cats in Yorkshire. All will be health checked, flea & worm treated, microchipped and will be rehomed with 5 weeks free pet insurance. All adults cats are neutered, and kittens returned for neutering when old enough. Harrogate Cat Rescue also offer ongoing advice, support, and guidance to adopters.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Tel: 07749 461042
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Based in Leeds. All cats and kittens at Leeds Cat Rescue (LCR) are in foster homes, not in pens or cages. All will be microchipped, wormed, de-flea'd and vaccinated before rehoming. Cats and kittens are neutered prior to adoption unless they are kittens under 4 months, then provision is made for them to be returned for neutering.
Adopt a Cat: 
Neutering Assistance: Leeds Cat Rescue (LCR) offer a low cost cat neutering scheme for those on low incomes.
Tel: 07521 914398
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Website: www.leedscatrescue.chessck.co.uk

Registered Charity no. 1170320
Covering Leeds area, and also around Collingham and North Yorks. Rehoming homeless and abandoned cats and kittens in the local area. Cats are cared for in foster homes until a suitable new, permament home can be found. Home checks are made prior to adoption, and all cats are vaccinated, neutered/spayed and microchipped prior to leaving the rescue.
Safe, loving homes with gardens away from busy roads are always needed!
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Tel: 0113 268 0488
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Website: www.lindafergusonleedscatrescue.co.uk

Covering UK Wide. Rescuing and rehoming all types of pedigree cats, specialising in Persian and other long-haired cats.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Rescue Centre: St. Francis Cottage, Thornborough, Near Bedale, North Yorkshire, DL8 2RQ
Tel: 01677 470142
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Website: www.stfrancisrescue.co.uk

Based in York. Rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming cats and kittens in North Yorkshire. This is a small foster-based rescue, and therefore can only take cats in when space allows. All cats will be neutered, vaccinated and microchipped before adoption. Kittens will be rehomed with an arrangement for neutering to take place when they are old enough.
Adopt a Cat: See Cats for Homing at This Shelter
Help! Cat Fosterers Needed: If you have a spare room or are currently pet free, please consider fostering. Contact Precious Paws Cat Rescue for more information.
Tel: 07719 259408
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Registered Charity no. 232264
Based in Darlington. RSPCA Cat Rehoming Hub rehomes cats rescued by RSPCA Inspectors across the Darlington, Stockton, Middlesbrough, County Durham, Northallerton and North Yorkshire areas. All cats will be neutered before rehoming. Neutering vouchers accompany kittens which are too young to be neutered when rehomed.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Tel: 07842 434377
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Website: www.cathub.co.uk

Registered Charity no. 232264
Based in Darlington. The priority of the branch is to support the Inspectorate in assisting rescued animals, by helping financially with veterinary bills. They also fund emergency boarding until a place becomes available at either Felledge or Great Ayton RSPCA. RSPCA - Darlington & District do not have any animals available for adoption.
Neutering Assistance: This branch runs a discount Neutering Scheme.
Tel: 07972 368602
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Website: www.rspca.org.uk/local/darlington-and-district-branch
Cruelty Line: 0300 1234 999 (7am to 10pm), or for advice visit: RSPCA Help & Advice

Registered Charity no. 219099
Based in Middlesborough. The great Ayton Animal Centre is a temporary home to cats, dogs, rabbits and other domestic animals as well as farm animals. At any one time they are caring for over 150 animals. The animals that come in to care are identified by uniformed inspectors as those most in need. Often abandoned, abused and neglected they all receive care, attention and love from the team
Adopt a Cat: Contact the rehoming centre as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Rehoming Centre: Yarm Lane, Great Ayton, Middlesbrough, Cleveland, TS9 6QB (Open by Appointment only.)
Tel: 0300 123 0743
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Website: www.rspca.org.uk/local/great-ayton-animal-centre
Cruelty Line: 0300 1234 999 (7am to 10pm), or for advice visit: RSPCA Help & Advice

Registered Charity no. 232237
Covering Ilkley, Keighley, Skipton, Barnoldswick, Slaidburn and Settle, Haworth & Grassington and more. RSPCA Craven & Upper Wharfedale re-homes cats and dogs and also raisies the profile of animal welfare issues.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the branch as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Lost & Found Register: Details of lost or found pets in the area, can be displayed on the branch website.
Postal Address: Craven RSPCA, PO Box 59, Barnoldswick, BB18 9AN.
Tel: 07949 229955
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Website: www.rspca-craven.org.uk
Cruelty Line: 0300 1234 999 (7am to 10pm), or for advice visit: RSPCA Help & Advice

Registered Charity no. 502704
Covering Durham. This branch prioritises in animals they have rescued from cruelty & neglect, which may mean they cannot take in unwanted pets.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the branch as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Tel: 07842 434377 (Cat Hub)
Website: www.rspca.org.uk/local/north-teesside-and-district-branch
Cruelty Line: 0300 1234 999 (7am to 10pm), or for advice visit: RSPCA Help & Advice

Registered Charity no. 232209
Covering a large area of North Yorkshire from Hawes in the west through Leyburn, Bedale and over to Northallerton and Thirsk in the East, then down to Easingwold further south. Supporting the local work of the RSPCA's inspectors as well as helping to re-home animals wherever possible.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Neutering Assistance: Financial assistance may be available to those pet owners on low incomes etc.
Help! Volunteers Needed: This branch are always happy here from anyone considering joining their team.
Tel: 01609 776652
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Website: www.rspca.org.uk/local/northallerton-thirsk-and-dales-branch
Cruelty Line: 0300 1234 999 (7am to 10pm), or for advice visit: RSPCA Help & Advice

Registered Charity no. 232233
Covering Whitby, Scarborough & Filey over to Pickering & Helmsley, including all the villages in between. All cats are treated for fleas and worms, vaccinated, neutered and microchipped prior to going for adoption. 
Adopt a Cat: Contact the branch as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Support Shop: 18-20 Aberdeen Walk, Scarborough, N.Yorks (Mon - Sat 09.30am - 4.30pm)
Rehoming Tel: 01723 371935
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Website: www.rspca.org.uk/local/scarborough-and-district-branch
Cruelty Line: 0300 1234 999 (7am to 10pm), or for advice visit: RSPCA Help & Advice

Registered Charity no: 232222
Covering Harrogate, Knaresborough, Malton, Market Weighton, Pocklington, Ripon, Selby, Wetherby, Tadcaster and surrounding areas. The York Animal Home cares for up to 54 dogs, 54 cats and 19 rabbits, as well as many small furries and birds. Animals at the centre are neutered, microchipped and vaccinated (where appropriate) before they are rehomed.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the branch as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Neutering Assistance: Please get in touch to see if you qualify for a neutering voucher.
Support Shop: 5b Goodramgate, York, N. Yorks
Rehoming Shelter & Clinic: Landing Lane, Clifton, York, North Yorkshire, YO26 4RH
Reception Only: Tues to Fri: 11am – 3pm (Tues - Sun, closed Monday)
Shelter Tel: 01904 654949
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Web site: www.rspca-yorkhome.org.uk
Cruelty Line: 0300 1234 999 (7am to 10pm), or for advice visit: RSPCA Help & Advice

Registered Charity no. 1039994
Rescuing and rehoming stray, feral or unwanted domestic pregnant cats and young kittens within 20 miles of Scarborough.
Adopt a Cat: See Cats for Homing at This Shelter
Help! Cat Fosterers Needed: Please contact Ryedale And Scarborough Cat Welfare if you are able to foster cats / kittens in the local area.
Tel: 01723 865829 (please leave a message) or 07914 767532
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Registered Charity no. 1051037
Based in Redcar. An organisation dedicated to rescuing, caring for, and re-homing stray and abandoned animals in the north east of England. Also advising the general public regarding responsible pet ownership, general animal care and welfare.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Rehoming Shelter: S.A.R.A, Foxrush Farm, Kirkleatham Lane, Redcar, Cleveland, TS10 5NJ. (Open by Appointment Ony).
Tel: 01642 488108
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Website: www.s-a-r-a.org.uk

Based in Hartlepool. Rescuing and rehoming stray and abandoned cats in County Durham, North Yorkshire and Tyne & Wear (can travel further for the right home). Adult cats will be neutered, flea'd and wormed before adoption. Kittens must be neutered by 6 months of age.
Adopt a Cat: See Cats for Homing at This Shelter
Help! Saleable Items Needed: Donations of good quality saleable items are always welcome to help with tombola fundraising.
Tel: 07545 833323
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Second Chance Hartlepool Cat Rescue Facebook Page

Covering Teesside and surrounding areas. Yarm Cat Rescue is an independent rescue working from home, along with dedicated foster homes. All adult cats are neutered before leaving, all kittens must be neutered by 6 month of age as part of the adoption agreement.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the branch as below to ask about cats needing homes.
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Yarm Cat Rescue's Facebook Page