Welcome to 13thstcats.org

Thank You for wanting to adopt!
* We adopt to Bay Area Residents only *

How can I meet a cat, kitten or dog I see on this website?

 To meet our rescued cats/kitten: we ask that you fill out an adoption application first (see below). Once you submit an application, a volunteer will contact you. All of our kitties are in foster homes; some can be seen at the foster homes, at Andy's Pet Store, or at an upcoming Adoption Fair.

Please Note:
We ask for your understanding: We are an all-volunteer organization and many of us have full-time jobs outside of our volunteer activities; therefore, it may be a few days before someone can respond to your email. We always try to reply as soon as possible.

Adopting Cats & Kittens In Our Foster Care Program

The cats are for adoption, not for sale, and we do ask a $125 adoption fee ($200 for two) to help cover some of our food and veterinary expenses. All cats and kittens are:

• vaccinated as appropriate for their age
• microchipped
• dewormed
• deflead
• tested for FELV (feline leukemia) / FIV (feline immunodeficiency virus)
• spayed/neutered prior to adoption

We will ask you some questions about your home and we will be glad to answer any questions you may have. Adopting a kitty is a long-term commitment; the average life span for a kitty is 15-20 years.

Most of our cats are in foster homes with other cats. They get lonely and bored without the company of their own kind, just like people. We try to place cats that enjoy the company of other cats in a home where there is feline companionship. But we do have many cats that would be happy to be the only cat in your life!

Regardless of how an animal comes to us, we provide food, shelter, and medical care. The animals do not live in cages but in volunteer foster homes. We usually know the personalities of the cats and kittens we rescue, so we can tell you which cat or kitten(s) might be the best match for you and/or the feline companion you already have.

Why are some kittens only available in pairs
or with a bonded littermate?

Because kittens play together, sleep together, and keep each other company while you are at work all day long! When kittens have each other to roughhouse with, they are less likely to break or chew things, attack or bite you when they play, or keep you up all night. Basically, they teach each other manners and keep each other out of trouble.

We may have kittens who prefer to be any only kitty and would be fine on their own; we may be able help you find a kitten with that temperament. 

Click here to learn more about adopting kittens in pairs>>

What if things don't work out?

We will always take them back FOR ANY REASON. We will also work with you to place them in another good home if (after a period of adjustment) the adoption doesn't work out. You don't have to give them away, or take them to the city pound where they may be killed. Just call us and we will arrange to take them back.

Click for 13thstcats.org Adoption and Event Schedule