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The Cat Welfare Association

Cat shelter in Columbus, OH

The Cat Welfare Association was founded in 1945 by a small group of people who saw the need for an organization designed specifically to help the many stray and abused cats in the Columbus area. We are a non-profit organization with the mission of promoting better care and understanding of cats while providing for the physical welfare of homeless cats and kittens.

The cats taken into our care are strays and frequently have been abused or injured. We give them plenty of tender loving care along with any necessary medical treatment they might need. Our shelter provides a home for these cats and kittens until they are adopted-- whether it be for a short time or if they live out their lives here.

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Columbus, OH 43214
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Adoptable pets at The Cat Welfare Association

We'll also keep you updated on Jim's adoption status with email updates.
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Jim

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Columbus, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Marzipan's adoption status with email updates.
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Marzipan

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Columbus, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Sabrina's adoption status with email updates.
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Sabrina

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Senior
Columbus, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Catalina's adoption status with email updates.
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Catalina

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Columbus, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Tails's adoption status with email updates.
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Tails

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Columbus, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Holly's adoption status with email updates.
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Holly

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Senior
Columbus, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Paige's adoption status with email updates.
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Paige

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Columbus, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Guapo's adoption status with email updates.
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Guapo

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Columbus, OH

Shelter FAQs

We are located at 741 Wetmore Rd in Columbus, Ohio. We serve the following Ohio counties: Delaware, Fairfield, Franklin, Licking, Madison, Pickaway & Union.

  • 1. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  • 2. Submit Application
  • 3. Approve Application

Additional adoption info

Our shelter is open from 11:00 am - 3:30 pm every day, except Wednesdays 11:00am - 7:00pm. Adoption application can be completed in advance, or at your visit to the shelter. Application is at www.catwelfareassoc.org/adopt The adoption fee covers vaccinations, flea treatment, de-worming, FIV & FeLV testing, microchipping, and spaying/neutering. All cats and kittens are spayed/neutered before they are adopted out.We offer a 30 day health guarantee and return policy, but we will always take back our cats if for some reason the adoptive parent can no longer care for them. However, after the 30 day period, no refunds or exchanges can be made.

We have many wonderful felines that you can choose from so please visit us when you have plenty of time to look around and find the cat that is just right for you. We accept cash, checks, VISA, Mastercard, Discover, and debit cards for payment.

Adoption application

http://www.catwelfareassoc.org/adopt

Pets at shelters & rescues near The Cat Welfare Association

Tame A Cat

3485 2nd Ave,
Grove City, OH 43123

New Albany Pet Rescue

New Albany, OH 43054

Pick Me Rescue, LLC

P. O. Box 42,
Marengo, OH 43334

We'll also keep you updated on Ina's adoption status with email updates.
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Ina

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr 8 mos
Columbus, OH
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Pip Pip

Chihuahua/Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, 5 yrs 1 mo
Lewis Center, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Pancake's adoption status with email updates.
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Pancake

Dutch

Female, Young
Columbus, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Max's adoption status with email updates.
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Max

Labrador Retriever

Male, Puppy
Columbus, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Elphie's adoption status with email updates.
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Elphie

English Mastiff

Female, Puppy
Columbus, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Ice Cube's adoption status with email updates.
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Ice Cube

Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Lancaster, OH

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