Luzerne County Cat Rescues & Animal Welfare Organizations
Luzerne 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 Luzerne County, Pennsylvania
If you’re looking for cat rescues in Luzerne 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 Luzerne County
Keno's Animal Sanctuary (Wapwallopen / Luzerne County, PA)
This directory includes local cat rescues and animal welfare organizations serving Luzerne County, PA. Availability varies by organization and may change based on capacity, foster space, and volunteer support.
Animal Rescue Leagues & Cat Rescues
SPCA of Luzerne County (Wilkes-Barre / Luzerne County, PA)
Type: Shelter / Humane Society
Help Offered: Animal sheltering, cat intake, adoptions, humane investigations, TNVR support
Website: https://www.spcaluzernecounty.org/
Notes: Independent nonprofit serving Luzerne County since 1957; accepts cats and operates adoption programs.Valley Cat Rescue (Wilkes-Barre, PA)
Type: Cat Rescue
Help Offered: Cat rescue, rehabilitation, adoption placement
Website: https://www.animalshelter.net/shelter/5983/valley-cat-rescue/
Notes: Cat-focused rescue located in Luzerne County. Verified through a shelter directory listing.Keno's Animal Sanctuary (Wapwallopen / Luzerne County, PA)
Type: Rescue / Sanctuary
Help Offered: Sheltering, rescue, adoption of cats and kittens; care for feral and special-needs cats
Website: https://www.kenosanimalsanctuary.com/
Notes: Cage-free, no-kill nonprofit sanctuary; states that it cares for feral cats and adopts out cats and kittens.Hazleton Animal Shelter (Hazleton, PA)
Type: Animal Shelter
Help Offered: Animal sheltering, adoptions, rehabilitation
Website: https://www.animalshelter.net/shelter/5874/hazleton-animal-shelter/
Notes: Municipal-area shelter serving Hazleton and surrounding communities; directory listing confirms local shelter operations.
TNR Support in Luzerne 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.
SPCA of Luzerne County (Luzerne County, PA)
TNR & Community Cat Resources
SPCA of Luzerne County (Luzerne County, PA)
Type: TNVR / Community Cat Program
Help Offered: Trap–Neuter–Vaccinate–Return (TNVR) support and community cat population management
Website: https://www.spcaluzernecounty.org/
Notes: The organization reports conducting hundreds of TNVR procedures annually.
Upcoming Clinics & Cat Care Events Near Luzerne County
SPCA of Luzerne County – SNAP Program (Luzerne County, PA)
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.
SPCA of Luzerne County – SNAP Program (Luzerne County, PA)
Type: Low-cost Spay/Neuter Program
Help Offered: Financial assistance for spay/neuter of indoor house cats for qualifying low-income residents
Website: https://www.spcaluzernecounty.org/our-services/spay-neuter/assistance-program.html
Notes: Cat-specific assistance program for eligible Luzerne County residents.SPCA of Luzerne County – Spay & Neuter Services (Luzerne County, PA)
Type: Spay-Neuter Resource
Help Offered: Spay/neuter education, referrals, and assistance resources
Website: https://www.spcaluzernecounty.org/our-services/spay-neuter/
Notes: Provides information and assistance options for cat sterilization.
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 Luzerne 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