Welcome to Alley Cat Project! We are a small, but passionate group of volunteers working to reduce the overpopulation of cats in Seattle using humane solutions.
Our mission is to ensure that every cat has a good home.
What We Do
Here are some things we do to help Seattle’s feral, stray and abandoned cats:
- Trap, Neuter (or spay), and Return (TNR) feral cats to their colonies. TNR is a humane solution to the problem of unowned free roaming cats.
- Deliver friendly cats who were lost or abandoned to Seattle Animal Shelter so that they can be redeemed by an owner or adopted to a new family.
- Socialize semi-friendly kittens and cats so they can be adopted as pets.
- Provide basic medical care, nutritious food, and safe and sanitary conditions to all cats after alteration.
- Use the services of Seattle Animal Shelter’s Spay/Neuter Clinic and Feral Cat Spay/Neuter Project (FCSNP) to alter cats.
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Adoptions
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Adoption Inquires:
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View cats who are currently available for adoption.
Introducing Felix and Oscar, a dynamic duo of bonded brothers looking for their forever home! Felix is a sleek and handsome short-haired black cat. Oscar is a stunning short-haired grey tabby. They are 10 months old and are full of energy. Their favorite pastime is playing with wand toys, crinkle balls, and chasing mice. Felix and Oscar have a special bond and must be adopted together as they are inseparable. They love other cats and would make a great addition to a multi-cat household. While they still need some work on socialization, they are making progress every day and are slowly warming up to people. They will gladly accept treats from your hand and will even slow blink at you to show their affection. They would do best in a quiet home with patient and understanding adopters who will give them the time and space they need to feel comfortable. What Felix and Oscar are looking for in their new home: - They want to stay together forever and must be adopted as a pair. - They would do best in calm, quiet adults only home. Loud noises, fast movements, and strangers can make them nervous. - They have lots of kitten energy and will benefit from plenty of active playtimes. - They need to live indoors only. - They have a positive history with other cats and may like having a feline friend. - To see more photos and videos of them check out - https://instagram.com/codys.cat.palace?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= All Alley Cat Projects cats are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and vaccinated prior to adoption. Thank you for your interest in adopting Felix and Oscar! If your household fits the above criteria, you can apply to adopt them by filling out this questionnaire: https://bit.ly/ACPAdoptionForm Only applicants who complete the questionnaire will be considered. Many of our cats receive numerous applications, and we thank you for your patience while we review applications and find the best match. View full description »
Young, Male, Medium
Meet Mowgli! This sweet and affectionate cat is looking for her forever home where she can spend her days lounging and getting plenty of love and attention from her new family. Mowgli is a bit shy and may need some time to adjust to her new environment, but once she feels comfortable, she loves nothing more than getting lots of pets and scratches. She’s a quiet and meek kitty who prefers the company of humans over toys or other cats. While Mowgli isn’t particularly interested in playing with toys, she is always up for a good cuddle session. She’s a bit of a homebody and would do best in a calm and quiet environment where she can relax and feel safe. Please note that Mowgli would do best as the only animal in the house and would not thrive in a home with other cats or dogs. She would also not do well with younger children and would prefer a home with older, calmer children or adults. If you’re looking for a sweet and loving companion to keep you company, Mowgli might just be the perfect match for you. Come meet her today and see if you’re the forever family she’s been waiting for! What Mowgli is looking for in a home: - She can get nervous, so she needs a kind and patient guide to help her feel comfortable with new experiences. - She feels at ease in a quiet and calm environment. - She needs to live indoors only. - She has no known history with other cats. - She has no known history with dogs. - She prefers to be the only pet in the house. - She has no known history with children. All Alley Cat Projects cats are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and vaccinated prior to adoption. Thank you for your interest in adopting Mowgli! If your household fits the above criteria, you can apply to adopt her by filling out this questionnaire: https://bit.ly/ACPAdoptionForm Only applicants who complete the questionnaire will be considered. Many of our cats receive numerous applications, and we thank you for your patience while we review applications and find the best match. View full description »
Young, Female, Medium
Meet Freya and Freyr, a bonded pair of adolescent siblings! They are approximately 9 months old. Freya is a brave torbie adventurer who is always curious and looking to explore. She loves Churu, wand toys, and cursor-like objects on the TV. Freya is the more vocal of the pair and often chirrups while stalking her prey and expressing curiosity about new objects, and she loves head pets and will shove her entire face into your head if that's what it takes. If you're lucky enough to be her favorite person she's the type of kitty who will follow you around and announce when it's time to pay some attention to her please. Freyr is a medium hair grey tabby who's the cautious one of the duo. He's content to chill next to you on his favorite armchair, and is less amenable to being picked up - he prefers to choose when to be engaged with. He has a second sense for whenever his sister is purring away because he will come investigate and join in the loving. Like his sister, he also loves Churu and wand toys. What Freya and Freyr are looking for in a home: - They want to stay together forever and must be adopted as a pair. - They’re new to indoor life with humans, so they need a kind and patient guide to help them continue adjusting. Loud noises, fast movements, and strangers can make them nervous. - They’ll need extra time and TLC to build trust. - They have lots of kitten energy and will benefit from plenty of active play time. - They feel at ease in a quiet and calm environment. - They need to live indoors only. - They have a positive history with other cats and may like having a feline friend close to their age. - They have no known history with dogs. - They have no known history with children. All Alley Cat Projects cats are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and vaccinated prior to adoption. Thank you for your interest in Freya and Freyr! If your household fits the above criteria, you can apply to adopt them by filling out this questionnaire: https://bit.ly/ACPAdoptionForm Only applicants who complete the questionnaire will be considered. Many of our cats receive numerous applications, and we thank you for your patience while we review applications and find the best match. View full description »
Young, Male, Medium
Alley Cat Project rescues feral cats, primarily through "TNR" (Trap-Neuter-Return). Occasionally, the feral cats cannot be returned to the site where they were previously living and must be relocated. We prefer that they go to indoor-only "mouser" type of working homes like warehouses, large shops, Industrial settings, etc., where they can perform an organic rodent control service for you, without being exposed to hazards outdoors. We have placed many cats in settings of this type with great success. The cats will typically be very shy and seldom seen at first. They may gain trust and confidence over time and become more friendly. Typically, they hide during the day and come out at night to patrol for rodents. They are not aggressive, unless cornered and force to be handled against their will. They use litter boxes. They are very little trouble. Do you have a work setting as described above, where these "working cats" can have a home? If you do, please complete an application and we will be in touch. https://bit.ly/ACPShopCatForm Thank you! View full description »
Adult, Female, Medium
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Volunteer
Our team entirely consists of volunteers, and we always welcome help!
Here are the current volunteer roles in need of support:
Social Media, Marketing & Events
We currently have no open opportunities for marketing, social media or event support. Please check back with us another time.
Trapping and Transport Team
Field Operative/Trapper:
- This works requires training, passion for cats, tireless energy, lack of timidity, a flexible schedule or ability to work on trapping after work hours, a dependable vehicle, ability to lift, carry, and transport traps, carriers, and cats in traps and carriers. Prior experience is preferred, but training and mentoring will be provided. Note: most of our trapping needs are south of downtown.
Clinic Transport:
- Early morning transport of cats to clinic in Lynnwood, Washington. Note: this may require holding the cats overnight in traps or carriers the night before clinic at your home or garage. Check in time is currently 7:30 AM.
Kennel Care and Cleaning:
- Cleaning kennels, litter boxes, traps, carriers, sweep and mop floor. Frequency depends on demand, linked to trapping efforts. Location: Magnolia
If you are ready to join us, please fill out our volunteer information form.
VOLUNTEER DUTIES AND DESCRIPTIONS Here are some of the things we do. Check back often as our needs change, especially during kitten season.
Capture – Do you have a car and flexibility during the evening hours? Capturing cats works best in the evening when cats are hungry and active.
Holding and Drop off – Are you an early riser with a car and enclosed garage, shed, or basement? If so, you’re a great candidate to help transport cats to the Spay/Neuter clinic in Lynnwood on weekdays and Sunday mornings.
Pickup and Recovery – Do you have a car and flexible schedule during the day? You could help picking up cats after their surgeries and keeping them warm for one or two days while they recover.
Fostering Kittens – Want to tame a wild kitten to have a better life? If you have prior experience working with kittens, are patient and living in a calm and stable environment, and are home most days or evenings, then you may be a great candidate to help a little kitten learn to trust people. Kittens born to stray mothers can be socialized within the first few weeks of their life.
Working Cats Program – We help unwanted adult cats find permanent homes in warehouses, breweries, and other places where mousers are needed. If you don’t mind driving moderate distances, and want the thrill of matching people with working cats, this might be a great opportunity for you.
If you are ready to join us, please fill out our volunteer information form.
Donate
We rely on donations to conduct all our work, and your support is extremely important to us!
Donate via PayPal. Money will go to medical care and supplies for cats, as well as trapping equipment. Alley Cat Project is a 501(c)(3) organization and your donation is tax deductible.
Mail a check made out to Alley Cat Project. Our mailing address is:
P.O. Box 99224
Seattle WA 98139-0224
Donate supplies directly. Check our Amazon wish list to find out what we need most, or get in touch.
Adopt a cat!
Contact
If you need help with stray or feral cats, do not hesitate to text us or give us a call at (206) 745-0243 (between 9am and 9pm), or email at info@alleycatproject.org.
If you see young cats or kittens, call us as soon as possible! Kittens are much easier to socialize and put up for adoption than adult cats, and even a week can make a big difference in their lives!