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Cat and kitten rehoming centres covering Cornwall. Adopt a cat from your local rescue shelter.

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Organisations are listed alphabetically. Please browse through the page to locate rescues nearest you.


Blue Cross - Devon Rehoming & Advice Unit

Registered Charity no. 224392
Blue Cross Devon: Exeter rehoming, advice and behaviour unit covers South West England. Rescuing and rehoming pets needing a new home. The branch also operates a Home Direct Scheme for dogs, cats, rabbits and other small pets whose owners can sadly no longer keep them; pets stay in their existing home until a new home is found. A careful assessment and matching process ensures all pets find the home that is right for them.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the branch as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Rehoming Centre: Blue Cross Devon, Stratford House, Waterbridge Court, Matford Park Road, Marsh Barton, Exeter, EX2 8EX
Tel: 0300 777 1853 (10am - 4pm daily)
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Branch web page: Blue Cross Devon
National Website: www.bluecross.org.uk

Cat Action Trust - Devon and Cornwall

Cats for Rehoming at Cat Action Trust - Devon & CornwallRegistered Charity no. 1063947 (England & Wales)
Please Note: This branch can only rehome cats within the Devon and Cornwall areas.
Cats and kittens are available for rehoming to loving permanent homes. Cat Action Trust works towards making a better life for all cats. They have a particular interest in feral / farm cats, and support the trapping and neutering of farm and feral cats in line with the Cat Action Trust policy of 'Control Without Killing'. Some of these cats are available for homing to farms or stables and will work in return for shelter, food and care. All the cats in the charity's care are neutered, health checked, treated for fleas, worms and any health problems. 
Adopt a Cat: See Cats for Homing at This Shelter
Help! Fosterers Needed: If you have a spare room, or space for an indoor fostering pen, or garden space for a cat cabin and run, please contact the shelter about fostering cats & kittens between homes.
Tel: 01803 266 321
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Website: www.catactiontrust.org.uk

Cats Protection - Cornwall Adoption Centre

Registered Charity no. 203644
Cornwall Adoption Centre opened in 2002, and is currently Cats Protection's only purpose built centre in Cornwall. The centre has 30 pens, providing comfortable accommodation for the cats in their care. They always have a variety of cats awaiting permanent, loving homes.
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.
Help! Volunteers Needed: More volunteers area always needed at the adoption centre, see their website for details.
Rehoming Centre: Cornwall Adoption Centre, Point Road, Carnon Downs, Truro, TR3 6JN (Open daily 11am - 4pm )
Tel: 01872 870575
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Website: www.cats.org.uk/cornwall
National CP Helpline: 03000 12 12 12

Cats Protection - Falmouth, Helston & District

Registered Charity no. 203644
Covering Falmouth & Helston district. Cats Protection Falmouth & Helston district are a small group of volunteers involved in caring for and rehoming unwanted cats and kittens in the local area.
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.
Postal Address: PO Box 185, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 4WA.
Tel: 03453 712729 (8.30am-6.30pm)
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Website: www.cats.org.uk/falmouth
National CP Helpline: 03000 12 12 12

Cats Protection - Launceston & District

Registered Charity no. 203644
Covering Postcodes EX23; part of EX22, PL15; PL16; PL27; PL28 and PL29; Part of PL30 and 31; 32; 33; 34 and 35. This small branch are very active, rehoming in excess of 200 cats/kittens each year. The majority of cats are looked after by foster families.
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: 01566 456146
Email: via the ’Contact Us’ form on the Cats Protection - Launceston & District website.
Website: www.cats.org.uk/launceston
National CP Helpline: 03000 12 12 12

Cats Protection - St. Austell & District

Registered Charity no. 203644
Covering postcodes PL22, PL23, PL24, PL25 and PL26. Rescuing, rehabilitating and finding a happy, loving and secure home for every cat and kitten that comes into their care. All cats are cared for and given veterinary treatment when needed. St Austell & District Cats Protection offers Five Star Treatment to make a Purrfect Difference!
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.
Lost & Found Register:  Contact the shelter as below for details
Tel: 01726 817837
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Website: www.cats.org.uk/staustell
National CP Helpline: 03000 12 12 12

Clay County Cat Care

Based in St.Austell, rehoming in Cornwall and Devon. Clay County Cat Care are dedicated to helping and rehoming the many cats and kittens that are abandoned, abused, unwanted, and in need of help. Adoption donations help towards the costs of neutering, microchipping, vaccinating, worm / flea treatment and veterinary check for the adopted cat or kitten. All are rehomed with 4 weeks free pet insurance.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Help! Fosterers Needed: The rescue would love to hear from anyone willing to give up some time to help, or who would like to become a fosterer.
Tel: 01726 839727
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Website: www.claycountycatcare.com

Gables Farm Dogs & Cats Home

Registered Charity no. 204579
Covering Devon and Cornwall. Gables Farm have been caring for and rehoming stray dogs and cats from Devon and Cornwall for almost 100 years. The home helps around 1,800 animals every year, including providing all the necessary veterinary care and attention during their stay. If you are looking for a new canine or feline companion, Gables Farm would love to hear from you.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the rehoming centre as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Rehoming Centre: Gables Farm, 204 Merifield Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL7 1UQ. Open by Appointment Only.
Tel: 01752 331602
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Website: www.gablesfarm.org.uk

Hilltop Animal Haven

Registered Charity no. 295206
Based in Kilkhampton. Hilltop Animal Haven is a small charity that takes older animals, or ones that can no longer be cared for and gives them a loving home for the rest of their lives.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the sanctuary as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Postal Address: Thurdon, Kilkhampton, Bude, Cornwall, EX23 9RZ
Tel: ​07590 380996
Hilltop Animal Haven's Facebook Page

Lonely Pawz

Registered Charity no. 1110587
Covering Redruth. Providing treatment for unwanted and stray cats and small animals and finding new, permanent homes for them.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Postal Address: Sandy Lane, Redruth, Cornwall, TR16 5SR
Tel: 07510 383096 or 07776 205658
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Website: www.lonelypawz.org

National Animal Welfare Trust - Cornwall

Registered Charity no. 1090499
Around 300 cats and dogs are rehomed at this centre every year. Every animal is individually assessed and cared for by experienced and dedicated staff. All animals are vet-checked, neutered, vaccinated, wormed and microchipped before being rehomed.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the rehoming centre as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Help! Items Needed: In addition to saleable goods for their charity shops, the branch always welcomes cat/dog bedding as well as toys and treats.
Rehoming Centre: Cornish Animal Rescue Centre, Wheal Alfred Farm, Wheal Alfred Road, Hayle, Cornwall, TR27 5JT. Opening Times: 11.00 - 16.00 daily, except Tuesday (closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day).
Tel: 01736 756005
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Website: www.nawt.org.uk/centres/cornwall

RSPCA - Cornwall (The Venton Animal Centre)

Registered Charity no. 1024808
Covering Cornwall. The Venton Animal Centre provides a base from which animals can be adopted and is a focus for the work of the RSPCA throughout Cornwall.  The centre cares for a variety of animals until the right home can be found.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the rehoming centre as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Rehoming Centre: The William and Patricia Venton Animal Centre, Higher Quoit, St Columb, Cornwall, TR9 6JS. 
Tel: 01637 881455
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Website: www.rspcacornwall.org.uk
Cruelty Line: 0300 1234 999 (7am to 10pm), or for advice visit: RSPCA Help & Advice

Sally’s Cat Rescue

Based in St. Austell, covering Cornwall. Rescuing and rehoming unwanted or stray cats and kittens in the Cornwall area. All cats are microchipped, and will be neutered over five months of age. Home visits apply.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Lost & Found Register: Details of cats or kittens lost or found in St.Austell can be posted on their website.
Tel: 01726 815665
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Website: www.sallyscatrescue.org.uk

Sue’s Cat Rescue

Based near Redruth. This small voluntary cat rescue takes in unwanted and stray cats and kittens and finding them permanent and loving homes. Cats are neutered if old enough, and treated for worms and fleas before rehoming. Those that cannot be rehomed due to their age, or ongoing medical problems can stay at the rescue for the remainder of their lives.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Help! Cat Food Needed: Donations of cat food, litter, kitchen towels, etc.
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Sue’s Cat Rescue Facebook Page

William Moses Kitten Rescue

Based in Helston. Rescuing and rehoming unwanted kittens, mostly farm and feral - but no kitten is turned away. This rescue has been finding, loving forever homes for kittens and spayed Mums since 2009.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Tel: 01736 762 191 or 07764 536 203
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Cinnamon Trust - Homes Needed UK Wide
Cat Fosterers and permanent homes always needed. The Cinnamon Trust (the National Charity for the elderly, the terminally ill and their pets, Reg. charity. 293399) are looking for more volunteer homes throughout the UK. Pet free homes are needed for short-term fostering of cats whose owners are in hospital or respite care. Permanent homes needed for cats whose owners have died or who are no longer able to care for them. The Cinnamon Trust is not a rescue shelter and cannot take unwanted cats in. Please contact the Trust as follows if you could help: Tel. 01736 757900 or visit: www.cinnamon.org.uk

 

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