Cat Rescue Directory

Adoption is a beautiful way to give a cat a second chance. Browse verified rescue organizations that specialize in purebred and pedigreed cats across the United States.

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Organizations

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Breed-Specific

USA

Nationwide Coverage

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Why Adopt?

Save a Life

Thousands of purebred cats end up in rescues every year due to owner surrenders, life changes, and breeder closures.

Lower Cost

Adoption fees ($150–$400) include spay/neuter, vaccinations, and microchipping — a fraction of breeder prices.

Adult Cats Available

Know exactly what you're getting — adult cats have established personalities, no surprises.

Vetted Organizations

Every rescue in our directory has been reviewed by GoodCattery to ensure they are legitimate and reputable.

Maine Coon Rescue

Breed-Specific
Lerona, West Virginia

A nationwide network of volunteers who rescue abused, abandoned, surrendered, and homeless Maine Coon cats. One of the original Maine Coon rescue organizations in the US.

Maine Coon
Nationwide

Only Maine Coons Rescue

Breed-Specific
Absecon, New Jersey

A 501(c)(3) nonprofit that specializes in saving Maine Coon mix cats and kittens from high euthanasia rate shelters. Operates through volunteer foster homes across the East Coast including Maryland, Washington D.C., and Delaware.

Maine Coon
New JerseyNew YorkPennsylvaniaMarylandDelawareEast Coast

East Coast Maine Coon Rescue

Breed-Specific
East Coast

A foster-based rescue organization focused on giving Maine Coon and Maine Coon mix cats the opportunity to find loving families along the East Coast.

Maine Coon
East CoastNortheast

Arizona Maine Coon Cat Rescue

Breed-Specific
Mesa, Arizona

A 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2008 with a special dedication to matching Maine Coon cats with their forever homes. Provides rescue, foster care, and adoption services in the Southwest.

Maine Coon
ArizonaSouthwest

Maine Coon Rescue Community

Breed-Specific
National

A 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2014 dedicated to finding homes for abandoned and surrendered Maine Coons and mixes in the US and Canada. Has saved thousands of Maine Coons since founding. GuideStar silver seal of transparency.

Maine Coon
NationwideCanada

Maine Coon Haven Rescue

Breed-Specific
Ann Arbor, Michigan

A non-profit, volunteer-run organization that places over 300 Maine Coons into homes every year. Since founding, they have rescued and placed over 7,000 cats. Located at 305 Beakes Street, Ann Arbor, MI.

Maine Coon
MichiganMidwestNationwide

Bengal Rescue

Breed-Specific
National

A national 501(c)(3) non-profit with volunteers across the USA and Canada dedicated to the welfare of Bengal cats. Helps owners find new homes and rescues Bengals from shelters. Adoption fees range $50-$650 based on generation and needs.

Bengal
NationwideCanada

Great Lakes Bengal Rescue

Breed-Specific
Michigan

A 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to Bengal cat re-homing and rescue, serving regions across Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Wisconsin.

Bengal
MichiganIllinoisIndianaIowaMinnesotaOhioKentuckyTennesseeWisconsinMidwest

Texas Bengal and Exotic Cat Rescue

Breed-Specific
Texas

Specializes in cats with wild heritage including Bengals, Chausies, Sokokes, and Savannahs. Provides rescue, behavioral assistance, and rehoming in Texas.

BengalSavannah
TexasSouth

Merlin's Hope Ragdoll Rescue

Breed-Specific
Ennis, Texas

A registered 501(c)(3) rescue in Ennis, Texas that rescues, rehabilitates, and rehomes Ragdolls, Maine Coons, and other long-haired cat breeds.

RagdollMaine Coon
TexasSouth

Ragdoll Rescue USA/International

Breed-Specific
National

An organization dedicated to finding homes for surrendered or abandoned Ragdolls. Posts available Ragdolls for adoption through their Facebook group.

Ragdoll
Nationwide

Sphynx Open Arms Rescue (SOAR)

Breed-Specific
National

A consortium of dedicated Sphynx owners and lovers located all over the United States who volunteer their time, resources, and finances to help with the transport, fostering, treatment, care, and rehoming of Sphynx in need.

Sphynx
Nationwide

Siberian Cat Rescue Group (SCRG)

Breed-Specific
National

A non-profit, nationwide Siberian rescue organization run by a Board of Directors with volunteers across the country. Rescues and rehomes purebred Siberian cats. All rescue kitties are fully vetted, vaccinated, and neutered before adoption.

Siberian
Nationwide

Specialty Purebred Cat Rescue

All Purebred Breeds
Kenosha, Wisconsin

One of the largest purebred cat rescues in the Midwest. A foster-based rescue for purebred cats of all breeds. Listed on Petfinder. Operates through foster homes across several Midwestern states.

Maine CoonBengalRagdollSiberianBritish ShorthairSphynxScottish FoldSavannah
WisconsinIllinoisIndianaIowaMichiganMinnesotaMidwest

Purebreds Plus Cat Rescue

All Purebred Breeds
National

An all-volunteer non-profit 501(c)(3) dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, socialization, and rehoming of purebred and exceptional cats. Fosters have experience with Persians, Himalayans, Maine Coons, Ragdolls, Birmans, Scottish Folds, Abyssinians, and more.

Maine CoonRagdollScottish FoldBritish ShorthairSiberianSphynxBengalSavannah
Nationwide

Fancy Felines For Adoption

All Purebred Breeds
National

A registered 501(c)(3) non-profit cat rescue specializing in finding new homes for displaced purebred and purebred mix cats including Persians, Scottish Folds, Siamese, Bengals, Ragdolls, and more.

BengalRagdollScottish FoldSphynxBritish ShorthairMaine CoonSiberianSavannah
Nationwide

Backdoor Friends Purebred Cat Rescue

All Purebred Breeds
Michigan

A nonprofit, no-kill cat rescue in Southeast Michigan that accepts abandoned or displaced purebred cats of all breeds.

Maine CoonBengalRagdollSiberianBritish ShorthairSphynxScottish FoldSavannah
MichiganMidwest

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