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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 Wishbone's adoption status with email updates.
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Wishbone

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 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
We'll also keep you updated on Snickers's adoption status with email updates.
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Snickers

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Columbus, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Buffalo Bill's adoption status with email updates.
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Buffalo Bill

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 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

Morrow County Dog Shelter

115 Young Ave.,
Mt. Gilead, OH 43338

Kayla's Kitties

Newark, OH 43055

Central Ohio Poms and More Rescue

PO Box 63,
Canla Winchester, OH 43110

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

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Shorthair

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

Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, 5 yrs 5 mos
Plain City, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Katie's adoption status with email updates.
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Katie

Treeing Walker Coonhound

Female, 11 yrs 6 mos
Marysville, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Artie's adoption status with email updates.
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Artie

Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 1 yr 3 mos
Lewis Center, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Summer Sibs ~ Stewart's adoption status with email updates.
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Summer Sibs ~ Stewart

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)/Poodle (Miniature)

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs 4 mos
Springfield, OH

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