Some of these organizations also have spay/neuter programs, and some help stem the overpopulation of stray and feral community cats in NYC through Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) programs.

Bear in mind that each rescue group and shelter has its own adoption process, procedures, and adoption fees which are determined entirely by the individual organization. A good first step is to visit the websites of these organizations. Many of these sites include information about the group’s adoption process, as well as contact information and adoption applications.

Animal shelters and rescue groups serving the five boroughs and greater NYC area include: