Lackawanna Cat Rescues & Animal Welfare Organizations
Lackawanna County Pennsylvania cat rescue resources including TNR programs, animal rescue leagues, and community cat support.
Local rescue leagues, nonprofit organizations, and community cat support in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania
If you’re looking for cat rescues in Lackawanna County, animal rescue leagues (ARLs), or nonprofit organizations that help cats in Pennsylvania, this page brings together local resources in one place.
The organizations listed here support a range of cat-related needs, including:
Stray and abandoned cats
Lost and found pets
Community cats and TNR programs
Adoption and foster-based rescue efforts
This page is designed to help you find the right place to start, based on your location and situation.
Start Here
If you’ve just found a cat and aren’t sure what to do yet, it’s helpful to pause before reaching out to rescues.
Our PA Cat Rescue & Community Hub walks through first steps, including when to intervene, when to wait, and when contacting a rescue or shelter is appropriate.
If you’re ready to look for local help, continue below.
Cat Rescues & Animal Welfare Organizations Serving Lackawanna County
Griffin Pond Animal Shelter (Clarks Summit / Lackawanna County, PA)
This directory includes local cat rescues and animal welfare organizations serving Lackawanna County, PA. Availability varies by organization and may change based on capacity, foster space, and volunteer support.
Animal Rescue Leagues & Cat Rescues
Griffin Pond Animal Shelter (Clarks Summit / Lackawanna County, PA)
Type: Shelter / Humane Society
Help Offered: Cat intake, sheltering, adoptions, cruelty investigations, foster support
Website: https://www.griffinpondanimalshelter.com
Notes: Established as the Humane Society of Lackawanna County; serves cats and other companion animals throughout the county.TT's Rescue Squad (Taylor / Lackawanna & surrounding counties)
Type: Cat Rescue
Help Offered: Cat rescue, foster-based care, adoptions, TNR work
Website: https://bestfriends.org/partners/tts-rescue-squad
Notes: Verified 501(c)(3) cat rescue focused on abandoned, neglected, and community cats.Agency for Animal Welfare SPCA (Dunmore, PA)
Type: Shelter / SPCA
Help Offered: Animal rescue, rehabilitation, adoption services including cats
Website: https://www.animalshelter.org/shelters/Agency_for_Animal_Welfare_SPCA_rId4319_rS_pC.html
Notes: Located in Lackawanna County and publicly listed as providing animal rescue and adoption services.
TNR Support in Lackawanna County
Some cats living outdoors are part of established community cat populations. In these cases, Trap–Neuter–Return (TNR) programs help stabilize colonies and improve long-term welfare.
If you’re caring for outdoor cats or unsure whether a cat should be brought indoors, local TNR organizations may be able to provide guidance, referrals, or direct support.
TT's Rescue Squad (Lackawanna & surrounding counties)
TNR & Community Cat Resources
TT's Rescue Squad (Lackawanna & surrounding counties)
Type: TNR / Community Cat Program
Help Offered: Trap-Neuter-Return, rescue of community cats, foster placement, adoption
Website: https://bestfriends.org/partners/tts-rescue-squad
Notes: TNR is a primary focus of the organization.
Griffin Pond Animal Shelter (Lackawanna County, PA)
Type: TNR Program
Help Offered: TNR education, guidance, community cat population management resources
Website: https://www.griffinpondanimalshelter.com/tnr-trap-neuter-return
Notes: Maintains a dedicated TNR program and educational resources for community cat caretakers.
Upcoming Clinics & Cat Care Events Near Lackawanna County
True Friends Animal Welfare Center (Serves parts of Lackawanna County)
Some cat-related services — including low-cost spay/neuter clinics, vaccination events, microchipping days, and adoption events — are offered through scheduled community clinics rather than direct rescue intake.
Griffin Pond Animal Shelter Spay/Neuter Program (Clarks Summit)
Type: Spay-Neuter Assistance Program
Help Offered: Low-cost spay/neuter certificate program (availability varies)
Website: https://www.griffinpondanimalshelter.com/s-n-certificates
Notes: Program exists, though the shelter notes that veterinarian participation may vary and certificates may be temporarily unavailable.True Friends Animal Welfare Center (Serves parts of Lackawanna County)
Type: Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Program
Help Offered: Affordable spay/neuter services and animal welfare support
Website: https://discovernepa.com/cause/true-friends-animal-welfare-center/
Notes: Based in Montrose but specifically noted as serving parts of Lackawanna County.
If you’re looking for:
Low-cost or free spay/neuter services
Vaccination or wellness clinics
Adoption events
Community outreach programs
You may find the most up-to-date options on our events calendar.
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(Events are added as they’re shared by local rescues, shelters, and nonprofit organizations. Availability and registration requirements may vary.)Help Keep This Page Accurate
What to Expect When Contacting Rescues
Many cat rescues in Pennsylvania are volunteer-run and operate with limited resources.
If one organization isn’t able to help right away, that doesn’t mean help isn’t available.
When reaching out:
Try contacting more than one local organization
Leave clear, brief messages
Allow time for responses, especially outside business hours
This directory is meant to support informed outreach — not guarantee immediate intake.
Help Keep This Page Accurate
This page is part of an ongoing effort to organize Pennsylvania cat rescue resources by county.
If you know of:
A cat rescue serving Lackawanna County
A nonprofit organization not yet listed
Updated or corrected contact information
You can submit updates through our Work With Us page. You can also leave a note below if something looks out of date.
Related Resources
PA Cat Rescue & Community Hub – step-by-step guidance if you’ve just found a cat
Pennsylvania Cat Rescues by County – return to the statewide directory