Est. 1929 · El Cajon, California
A Home for Every Cat
East San Diego County's true no-kill sanctuary — where every cat gets a second chance at life.
Years of Service
Cats Rescued
Adopted in 2025
Cats in Our Care
1929 — Present: A Legacy of Compassion
Meet our sanctuary residents
Some cats here are with us for life — too old, too shy, or too special for a traditional adoption. Their care is funded entirely by you.
Cloud
Daisy
Alexa
“Friends of Cats gave our senior cat the most loving final years. The staff truly cares about every single animal in their care.”
Become a Member and Support our Sanctuary
Many of our cats will live out their lives at the sanctuary. Your monthly sponsorship covers food, medical care, and a comfortable home for a cat who needs it most. Our entire board serves as unpaid volunteers — every dollar goes directly to the cats.
Become a MemberChoose Your Impact
Every dollar helps us save lives
Provides one of the following: One 6.3-oz bag of treats or 10 Colorful Springs Cat Toys
Provides one of the following: One 3.5-lb bag of Kitten dry food One 3.5-lb bag of Adult dry food; or One vaccination for 1 cat.
Provides one of the following: Microchip for 1 cat; 1 box of insulin syringes for diabetic cats; or 12oz of Powdered Milk Replacer to feed orphaned kittens.
Provides one of the following: Neuter of one cat or kitten; one box of 50 diabetic strips for testing the blood sugar of diabetic cats; or One 6.6 lb bag of Royal Canin® Feline Multifunction Renal Support + Hydrolyzed Protein Dry Cat Food
Provides one of the following: vaccinations for 10 adult cats; entire kitten series of 3 vaccinations for 3 kittens; spay of one cat or kitten; or 3 cases of (5.5 oz) canned cat food.
Provides one of the following: Neuter of 20 cats; or microchip, vaccinations, and test for FeLV and FIV for 7 cats, and covers the cost of their food, litter, and the comforts of home for 2 months.
Get Involved
Volunteers are the backbone of our shelter. Whether you love socializing with cats, helping with events, or keeping our facility clean and comfortable, there's a place for you.
We welcome volunteers Tuesday through Sunday, 10 am to 4:00 pm. Must be 16 or older to volunteer independently.
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