Union County Cat Rescues & Animal Welfare Organizations
Union 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 Union County, Pennsylvania
If you’re looking for cat rescues in Union 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 Union County
Cherished Cats Rescue Alliance (Lewisburg / Union County area, PA)
This directory includes local cat rescues and animal welfare organizations serving Union County, PA. Availability varies by organization and may change based on capacity, foster space, and volunteer support.
Animal Rescue Leagues & Cat Rescues
Cherished Cats Rescue Alliance (Lewisburg / Union County area, PA)
Type: Rescue / foster-based cat rescue
Help Offered: Cat rescue, rehabilitation, foster care, adoption, and assistance with community-cat spay/neuter.
Website: https://www.cherishedcats.org/
Notes: 100% volunteer-based. Current 2026 activity is independently corroborated by a July 2026 WVIA feature and current site/event information.Cats by Keithan (Watsontown / serves Union County and surrounding area)
Type: Foster-based cat rescue
Help Offered: Rescue and rehoming of abandoned, stray, and unwanted cats and kittens; veterinary care and foster placement.
Website: https://www.adoptapet.com/shelter/78853-kats-by-keithan-watsontown-pennsylvania
Notes: Adopt-a-Pet currently lists the rescue in Watsontown and states that it serves areas within a 60-mile radius of Lewisburg, which encompasses Union County.
TNR Support in Union 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.
SUN P.E.T.S. (Union County / Snyder / Northumberland counties, PA)
TNR & Community Cat Resources
SUN P.E.T.S. (Union County / Snyder / Northumberland counties, PA)
Type: TNR / Community Cat Support
Help Offered: TNR information and referrals, financial assistance for community-cat spay/neuter, and resources for outdoor, barn, stray, and feral cats.
Website: https://sunpets.org/
Notes: Based in Lewisburg and explicitly serves Union County. Its current TNR resource page specifically addresses community cats.Cherished Cats Rescue Alliance (Union County / Central Pennsylvania, PA)
Type: TNR / Community Cat Program
Help Offered: Financial and logistical assistance for volunteers performing TNR, including spay/neuter assistance for feral and stray/community cats.
Website: https://www.cherishedcats.org/
Notes: The organization specifically invites volunteers to participate in trap-neuter-return efforts.
Upcoming Clinics & Cat Care Events Near Union County
SUN P.E.T.S. Spay/Neuter Program (Lewisburg / Union 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.
SUN P.E.T.S. Spay/Neuter Program (Lewisburg / Union County, PA)
Type: Low-cost spay-neuter program / mobile clinic
Help Offered: Low-cost cat spay/neuter, income-based financial assistance, and a spay/neuter bus with alternating pickup/drop-off locations in Lewisburg and Sunbury. Current listed cat prices are $100 for females and $75 for males on the bus program.
Website: https://sunpets.org/spay-neuter-bus
Notes: SUN P.E.T.S. explicitly serves Union County and also lists additional low-cost options for feral/stray cats. Space on the bus is limited.
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 Union 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