Lancaster County Cat Rescues & Animal Welfare Organizations
Local rescue leagues, nonprofit organizations, and community cat support in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania
If you’re looking for cat rescues in Lancaster 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 Lancaster County
This directory includes local cat rescues and animal welfare organizations serving Lancaster County, PA. Availability varies by organization and may change based on capacity, foster space, and volunteer support.
Animal Rescue Leagues & Cat Rescues
Centerville Pet Rescue (Lancaster, PA)
Type: Rescue
Help Offered: Cat rescue, foster-based care, adoption, community pet rescue
Website: https://centervillepetrescue.org/
Notes: Active Lancaster-based rescue with cat adoption and foster programs.Pet Pantry of Lancaster County (Lancaster, PA)
Type: Rescue / Animal Welfare Organization
Help Offered: Cat rescue, adoptions, surgery services, community assistance
Website: https://petpantrylc.org/
Notes: Operates a cat rescue program and surgery center.Kitty Colony, Inc. (Holtwood / Lancaster County, PA)
Type: Cat Rescue
Help Offered: Rescue, foster care, adoption
Website: https://www.kittycolony.com/
Notes: Cats-only organization founded in Lancaster County. Cage-free foster environment.Pennsylvania SPCA Lancaster Center (Lancaster, PA)
Type: Shelter / Humane Society
Help Offered: Cat intake, adoption, foster opportunities, low-cost services
Website: https://www.pspca.org/lancaster
Notes: Community shelter serving Lancaster County.Humane League of Lancaster County (Lancaster, PA)
Type: Humane Society / Shelter
Help Offered: Animal sheltering, cat adoption, community animal services
Website: https://www.animalshelter.net/shelter/5882/humane-league-of-lancaster-county/
Notes: Verified shelter directory listing serving Lancaster County.Foreacre Fur Family (Lancaster Area, PA)
Type: Cat Rescue
Help Offered: Rescue and rehoming of stray cats and kittens
Website: https://foreacrefurfamily.carrd.co/
Notes: Independent rescue focused on stray cats and kittens in south-central Pennsylvania.Eliannie Animal Rescue (Lancaster County & Surrounding Areas, PA)
Type: Rescue
Help Offered: Cat rescue, adoption, foster care, community cat assistance
Website: https://www.eliannieanimalrescue.com/
Notes: Verified nonprofit serving Lancaster County; active in feral cat reduction efforts.
TNR Support in Lancaster 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.
TNR & Community Cat Resources
Precious Paws Community Cats (Lancaster County, PA)
Type: TNR / Community Cat Program
Help Offered: Trap-Neuter-Return assistance, trapping guidance, loaner traps, post-op care, community cat rescue
Website: https://www.preciouspawscc.org/
Notes: Lancaster County-based nonprofit focused heavily on TNR and community cat welfare.Lancaster County Cat Rescue (LCCR) (Lancaster County, PA)
Type: Community Cat Program / Rescue
Help Offered: Spay-neuter initiatives, emergency medical assistance for stray and feral cats, colony support, education
Website: https://uwlanc.galaxydigital.com/agency/detail/?agency_id=6536
Notes: Volunteer-run organization focused on reducing stray and feral cat populations.Eliannie Animal Rescue (Lancaster County & Surrounding Areas, PA)
Type: TNR / Rescue
Help Offered: Trap-Neuter-Return, feral cat population reduction, rescue and adoption
Website: https://www.eliannieanimalrescue.com/
Notes: Reported more than 400 cats TNR'd during its first years of operation.
Upcoming Clinics & Cat Care Events Near Lancaster 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.
Pet Pantry of Lancaster County (Lancaster, PA)
Type: Spay-Neuter Program
Help Offered: Reduced-cost spay/neuter for cats, surgery services
Website: https://petpantrylc.org/services/fix/spay-neuter/
Notes: Provides scheduled reduced-cost cat sterilization services.Helping Hands for Animals (Lancaster Area, PA)
Type: Low-Cost Spay-Neuter Clinic
Help Offered: Low-cost cat spay/neuter services
Website: https://helpinghandsforanimals.org/
Notes: Referenced by multiple Lancaster-area spay/neuter resource listings; cat-focused clinic services available.Precious Paws Community Cats (Lancaster County, PA)
Type: TNR Clinic Assistance Program
Help Offered: Low-cost TNR clinic transport, spay/neuter coordination, post-operative support
Website: https://www.preciouspawscc.org/
Notes: Supports community cat caregivers through TNR clinic access and trapping assistance.
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.
👉 View Upcoming Cat Clinics & Events in Pennsylvania
(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 Lancaster 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
