Our first time here and it was wonderful. The volunteers were super friendly - shout out to Josie for bringing us to the studios and telling us stories of her own cats. I've been to other cat cafes but the warm welcome from all the staff and volunteers were on another level. I appreciate how they separate out the cats who are less ready to socialize - it shows a lot of care in supporting these cats. Will be coming back for sure! read more

Very lovely settings. there were different options to interact with the cats; big room where many cats are staying, and individual rooms in the back that two people can interact with one to several kitties in private. Also very helpful staff. Some cats are shy but many of them are playful. At $12 per person per visit, it is a great way to spend an hour with these lovely kitties. read more

You need a reservation and it's $12 per person, not what I was expecting at all, kids were definitely disappointed!

Super friendly staff and loved that they established the boundaries of the cats. Very cute area and I love the work they're doing to help these beautiful cats stay safe and get new homes :) read more

Excellent cat cafe! The staff loves cats and treats them well, such as separating those with some anxiety so they can gradually get accustomed to the social scene. We've been here multiple times and can't wait to return. I would use them for adoption if I needed. We've been lucky that all guests have been super polite, but we all know the best ratio for a cat cafe is 30 cats to 1 human. I can't say enough good things about the staff. read more

I'm not a cat kind of person, but I had to check this place out when I heard that one was opening up. This place has some pretty nice decorations that are cute and what I also like about this place is that they actually have pastries and desserts that look like a cat. They have drinks and pastries such as coffee and tea just like a cafe. If you want to go in the room that have the cats that can be adopted you have to pay a small fee, which is fine and sign up. You can also donate some money if you like, not required though. What I like about this place is that you can play with cats and learn about each cat's personality. By learning about each cat and their personality they hope to help give each cat a home. Some of the cats were friendly, some were skittish, some where sleeping and honestly some just did not care if you go near them. If you need a cheer up or want to adopt a cat, come here and help save a cats life. read more

What's not to love? Enjoy spending time in a well designed, whimsical room filled with adoptable cats. Provide socialization for the furballs, donate to the cause, and get some kitty love and playtime. If you're in the market to adopt a feline, you can get to know them in a relaxed setting. If you're not... if you can't have a cat because of your housing situation or alergic family member, you get your cat fix. It's easy and recommended to book ahead of time, and to arrive early. Parking can be difficult. And you'll want that full hour, because sometimes it takes a little while for them to warm up to you. read more

Cat Town - Cat cookie - Animal Shelters Near Me - Oakland, California

before I got a cat, I came here to play and everyone nice and informative about cat behavior. I want to get cat here, but one cat come to the house I stay and need home. so I do not visit as much cat town.but nice place to see cat read more

This place is amazing! Super friendly staff. A lot of space to visit the kitties. Just overall a great place to visit, donate, and adopt. They really take time to work with the cats and treat them very well. Every kitty we encountered was happy, calm, and so sweet. Even the newer additions! I can't wait to come back here and adopt. These folks are the first and oldest cat cafe in the US and we can see why ;) Great job! read more

I'm a first time cat adopter and Cat Town has been with me every step of the way. I've been going to Cat Town ever since it opened, and I finally decided to adopt a cat of my own. I really admire how Cat Town is run with the cats best interest always in mind, they want to find the right cat for the right person. I trusted Cat Town to help me find the perfect fit and they delivered. An employee helped me pick out 3 cats that might be right for me based on what I was looking for, and that same employee went with me to every house visit (all 3 cats were in foster homes and not at the cafe). Once I'd met all three cats the employee took time to talk with me about my decision. It was really hard because two of the cats stood out and seemed perfect for me. Anyways, I'm picking up my new cat in about a week and I couldn't be happier, thanks to Cat Town. Sorry for the long review! But I have nothing but great things to say. Everyone was always upfront and honest about what the cats were really like, and it was very helpful to see them in a foster environment to get a good feel of the cats personality. I highly recommend Cat Town, especially if you're a nervous first time cat owner like me. :)They will take the time to help you and make sure you're happy. THANKS CAT TOWN!!! read more

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I surprised my cat-loving 8 year old with a trip to Cat Town this weekend. We had a great time! We haven't been to other cat cafes, and I appreciated that this one is non-profit and working to help cats get adopted! The volunteers were friendly and welcoming, as well as clear about the simple rules. While they keep an eye on the interactions with the cats, they never seem judgmental and also encouraged us to visit the cats who are available in the studios. The cats themselves were friendly and sociable, fun to pet. There was one kitten who was being picked up and my daughter and the other kids there were able to play with it before it went. I will definitely seriously consider adopting my next cat/cats from Cat Town, as the cats we met were all so companionable and the volunteers really take the time to get to know them and what they need in a home! One other, important factor: I have observed another cat rescue organization be unfriendly to potential adopters and noticeably racist, and these volunteers, while those I saw all appeared white, seemed to interact with all the adopters (and the guests as well) in a friendly and welcoming way, regardless of race. read more

I brought my mom to Cat Town for her 87th birthday. It was during COVID, so we weren't able to eat/drink, but we had a nice visit with some great cats and wonderful volunteers! The organization is wonderful and I love that they pull the "less than perfect" cats from the shelters. The artwork is amazing and the kitty condos are really unique. We'll come back when we can enjoy coffee and croissants with cats. read more

I have visited CatTown Cafe a couple of times in the past few weeks -- first for donor thank you gift pick-up and then a week later for the first soft opening weekend. The cat cafe is really coming along! The focus here is on providing a comfortable and familiar place for HUMANS to interact with kitties who need homes. A lot of people are afraid to visit shelters -- and lots of cats are just waiting for them there! Cat Town is in a cool building with a sort of turret -- and big windows facing Broadway that let in lots of light. There are plenty of nice kitty towers -- including a set of kitty towers that were made in the shape of the cranes in the Port area. There are big beautiful murals and a series of boxes set up as benches and places for kitties to hide on fleecy beds. Some of the kitties were a bit nervous about their new surroundings when I first visited -- just a couple days after the first arrivals. Last night, I stopped by after hours and two kitties were sitting in the window, watching the night life and fascinated by the humans hanging out at the liquor store across the street (I could just hear Pilot begging to go hang out on the corner with the dudes!!). CatTown is a great organization and this cafe is an awesome space -- please go visit and find your new best friend! read more

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So much fun and for a good cause! They have tons of drink options, but didn't see any food except brownies. Lots of adorable kitties and the staff was knowledgeable and kind. Will definitely do this more often! read more

OMG. Cats, and then more cats. What a great place to just chill with kitties for an hour. The staff and volunteers are so welcoming and the cats are so soft and pettable. read more

If you're like me and you are unhealthily obsessed with cats -- but don't have the time or space to keep one -- you'll definitely enjoy a trip to Cat Town Cafe. After my visit, I wanted to adopt every single cat in the room! Before you stop by, please realize that this place is NOT like a Japanese cat cafe. Because of stricter health regulations in the U.S., they're not allowed to serve food in the same area as the cats' playroom. However, as long as you keep this in mind, you'll have an amazing time here. When you first enter the building, you enter the cafe area, where they have a very limited selection of coffee drinks, as well as some baked goods (some of them are vegan-friendly!) like scones and bagels. During my visit, they didn't have a toaster, so I had to eat my bagel at room temperature... They might have gotten one in the meantime, though. If you're interested in coming here, you're likely coming for the cats, so just make sure not to set your food expectations too high. There is a buffer room between the cafe and the playroom (probably to keep the cats from escaping), and you most likely need a reservation to enter the playroom. During my stay, some of the walk-ins remained in the cafe area to observe the cats' playtime through the windows. My friends and I visited at the perfect time. Our reservation was for 11am, and almost all of the 6-7 cats were up and running around. It's so fun to use the feather/mouse cat toys (the mouse one was particularly popular during our visit!). Towards the end of our stay (around noon), some of the cats started getting tired... So keep that in mind when you're making your reservation! One of my favorite aspects of Cat Town Cafe is that you're surrounded by other people who love cats just as much as you do. Everyone, including the staff (of course), is very understanding of the cats' space and it's obviously a place where kitties can get some fun and playful interaction with people and other cats. It's also partnered with the Cat Town adoption center, which means all the cats are homeless (and adoptable!). The playroom is furnished with cat beds and obstacles all around, with cat-themed murals on the walls (including Nyancat, Cheshire Cat, and the cat bus from Totoro) -- it's truly kitty paradise. NOTE: They claim that they take walk-ins, but the cafe is so popular right now that if you don't make a reservation (they're only $10 online, and they're for a good cause!), you'll be in for a pretty long wait. read more

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Coffee - Bicycle Kitties - Cute Pastries - Poptarts, Bagels, Cookies Cafe- small and cluttered Adoption Center- tranquil and relaxing Pour over was my poison of choice which you are allowed to take into the adoption half of the shop. Sign in, leave a donation as a walk in and get your visitor sticker. Open first door, close it behind you, open second door and close it behind. This is to make sure none of the precious kittens escape. Once inside your are greeted by a very patient and relaxed employee who gives you a brief description of the facilities and rules. Don't wake the sleeping kitties! There are toys, plenty of seating and an array of beautiful, playful felines. It was so therapeutic to sit with them and enjoy their company. Most of them were sleeping or hiding when I visited so I stuck with the little black cat who was getting over a cold. I will definitely return to cat town, the pour over was lovely and spending time with the cats was more enjoyable than I thought it would be. read more

Cat Town - He was so cute and playful. - Animal Shelters Near Me - Oakland, California

Very nice people that take the time to help you find the right cat. I highly recommend looking at Cat Town if your considering adopting.

I think this organization is great! These cats need a home, and what a great way to do that by setting up a cafe for the public to get to know these friendly felines. This place is new, so I think they're ironing out all the kinks. I think the cafe part can use more seating. The benches aren't that comfortable. My hot chocolate was extremely hot.. I had to place it on the bench, space where someone else could be sitting. Speaking of which, my hot chocolate was okay.. They did say it was the powdered stuff mixed with water so I wasn't expecting much for $2.50. I suggest sticking with the coffee (which is from Bicycle) and their treats. And there's no organization as to when you can go inside. My roommate made our reservation for 2pm. When it struck 2, we just went inside. We probably could have gone inside earlier since no one was checking. Now for the good stuff: the play area where the cats are is really nice and clean! The cats were asleep, so I didn't get to play with them much. But the artwork is fantastic and I love details that represent Oakland. The employees and volunteers are friendly and helpful. Overall, it was an okay experience. As far as play time with the cats, it's better to get there earlier when they're more active. And as far as the cafe is concerned, they just need time to settle in. read more

Cat Town - Inside the cat portion of the cafe - Animal Shelters Near Me - Oakland, California

Very cute cats and the staff were really nice (plus they gave us treats to give the cats which was cool) :)

Absolutely love this place... considering that I am more of a dog person than cat. My friend and I went early in the morning without reservations (reservations are $10 online). We beat a couple and were first in the door. I felt bad but we did drive over 50 miles to get here one hour before it opened in the morning. There are tons of playful kittens and even a little machine to pop out cat treats for 25 cents. Most cats sleep later in the day so the 10-11 was the perfect time to catch them mostly awake. The setting is amazing and you can order coffee snacks and cat themed items to take home. We ended up donating some to the center since we didn't pay the mandatory $10 for the reservation. You do need to hand sanitize before you walk in so that the cats are safe. You get one hour to be in there and man, it did not feel like enough time. Parking was a bit hard to find but in front of the store on the street is good enough. Definitely would love to come back here again. Definitely support their establishment and recommend to those who love cats (and even those who are a little skeptical). read more

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They suggested that there were 33 cats which there probably are but only 5 were in the main area and all the other ones were in the back that always needed someone to watch over you to pet them. You also are restricted to going into 3 rooms in the back. Honestly not worth it imo, you can probably find a stray cat to be more worth your time and save ur money. read more

Are you capable of providing a loving home for an otherwise unwanted cat? Do you have the experience, patience and skill necessary to learn about your cat's personality and needs and to nurture it with care and love? Do you have ample time and resources to create a safe and happy home for a cat? I was never asked these questions, but was turned down for adoption because Quinn at Cat Town surmised from an off-hand comment that my home was too big, and that the cat I was considering needed to be kept confined in small spaces (spaces just like Cat Town). Our entire conversation was limited to the size of my home. Certainly with a little imagination (which Quinn apparently lacks) a cozy, safe space can be carved out in an otherwise large home. Traumatized and abandoned animals frequently retreat to safe spaces. But the notion that an animal needs to be matched with a home where it can be kept in a state of arrested development for the duration of its life is appalling. Cat Town isn't really trying to find good homes for unwanted cats. If you go here to adopt, be prepared to suffer the indignity of people like Quinn telling you that your safe and loving home is not suitable for a cat that was abandoned in a parking lot. read more

I love this place so much that I go almost every month! The volunteers/workers are thorough and insightful in each of the cats' needs and personalities which make me confident that these cats are getting above and beyond the love and care they need to get healthier while they wait for a new home and family. The cats are more awake in the morning so the 10am appointment is perfect. I've gone later in the day and they're mostly asleep so I recommend earlier visits! read more

Wonderful, informative experience. I want to adopt a second cat but had a lot of questions about finding a good match for my older male cat, and the staff at Cat Town were very knowledgeable and gave good advice. read more

Cat Town - Bellatrix, a total sweetheart - Animal Shelters Near Me - Oakland, California

When I came, my boyfriend and i were the only two who reserved for the time spot, so we had the entirety of Cat Town to ourselves! Everyone is so kind and helpful, and it is obvious that they care about the well-being and rehabilitation of their cats above everything else (as they should!). I've been to some other cat cafes, but none of them treat their cats as well as Cat Town does. Also there was a room with a litter of kittens in it... I literally just sat in there and melted for a while. I think I'm still riding off that high tbh read more

If I may, I'd like to address a couple of the complaints I see in previous reviews. Cats, as it turns out, are not robots put here for our amusement. They don't offer a show. Cats sleep 20-22 hours a day. Sometimes, the don't want to play. 99.9% of the time, they don't want a stranger to pick them up. How would you react if a random stranger on the street walked up to you and picked you up? Violated? Afraid? So do cats. I love that this rescue has rules prohibiting you from picking up a cat and from disturbing them when they sleep. I wish they had rules that demanded children use inside, library voices and never run, to keep these stressed cats in a chaotic environment calm and relaxed. These are living beings, not toys. If you think a $10 donation for the care of these animals entitles you to a show, maybe check out a movie or something and skip this. On my visit I was given a short briefing so I knew what to expect from a volunteer, and a colored badge to wear identifying me as a visitor. It made identifying volunteers much easier when I had a question, as they had their own! The cats were a bit shy and sleepy, as I came around noon, but even the most brave tensed and withdrew every time a child entered the room as the parents didn't encourage them to use inside voices and NOT TO RUN. Seriously, if you're bringing children they should be taught to act like they're in a library without shrieking and thumping all over the place. I met several sweet kitties in my search for another rescue to bring home, but didn't make a connection with anyone in particular so I'll b back and continue to contact rescues in the area. Great job Cat Town!!! There is ample street parking around, they have restrooms for customers, the coffee shop looked pretty standard, and they have a wide array of cute gifts, cat toys, buttons, etc for patrons. read more

After hearing about a cat cafe open in Oakland, I immediately knew I had to come and see how it was. A solid 5 Star rating for my experience in Cat Town, but a flat 2 for the Rawr Coffee Bar attached to Cat Town, as I wasn't wowed by the drink I ordered there. But one thing is for certain, for $10 - Getting to play and interact with the felines was well worth it, and it probably was the happiest and most worthwhile $10 I've spent in a long time. I came on a Thursday at around 12pm and decided to see if we could just do a drop in and wait for their 1pm slot. The person working the register in the front of the Rawr Coffee Bar was really nice and added us in the next available slot for the 1pm showing, so while waiting, my party and I sat by the back where you can see the cats roaming. There's also a small binder which shows the cats that are available and a little fun back history behind each of their stories. I ordered their latte with my friend, and eh. A solid eh, I don't think I'd come here if you're a die hard coffee fanatic, and I guess I was expecting more for their coffee. But I mean my main purpose was for the cats, so I looked past it. I'd recommend getting a reservation online if you can, and booking later in the day, when the cats are most active. Not to say coming in the morning wouldn't hurt, but from what the guide told me, they sleep 16 hours a day and they tend to awaken during the afternoon, so I would secure a place slot around then. I came in person and I was fine, but I would wait til the beginning of the hour so you can get the most time for your money. Onto the inside experience, you first start by sanitizing your hands, and if you're new or unfamiliar with the whole process, the 'cat counselor' will show you around and guide you on the proper procedures. The guide I had was super sweet and really informative with my friends and I on the backgrounds of all the different cats and which ones were friendly (some cats aren't ready to quite be petted/be integrated to human interaction quite yet). My guide also informed me that as of May, they've opened the back area (Which is Bio Secure, which is amazing!) for their cats that are either seeking health care, cats that will be adopted soon, and their kittens; so they're placed under review or they're training with the staff there so they're more open to human interaction. My guide allowed my small party and I to go in and pet the cats that were going to be leaving soon to their new adoptive families, and they were extremely sweet and very welcoming to all of the petting and gentle rubs. We were also able to feed the cats small snacks provided by the cat counselor/guide, and they were also really sweet. A word of advice though, just be mindful of the time slot you choose, because the cats do sleep for 16 hours a day so you do run the risk of having the cats be asleep on you. I'd definitely choose the afternoon or mid afternoon if you can, and definitely reserve! Overall, I don't think I have enough good things to say about Cat Town, as all of my friends and I agreed for $10, it was probably the best $10 I've spent in a very long time (and it's amazing that the proceeds go back to helping the cats!), whether it was the cat counselor educating us on how to properly take care of cats, to playing and petting the cats. To be honest I was kinda sad leaving Cat Town, as I was surprised at how much I enjoyed it, and if I ever wanted to get my cat fix, Cat Town is the place to be! I kinda just wish that the coffee bar attached was a lot better, as I think a lot more people would flow in, but my experience here was a definite 10/10. read more

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Are you a cat lover? Do your parents/significant other pretend they're allergic because they don't want a friendly feline, but you really NEED to be surrounded by kitties? Well, I got the perfect solution for you: Cat Town. For those of y'all who don't know, there's this HUGE craze in Japan surrounding the cat cafe. Basically, this is a space for people to drink tea and spend some time with cute cats (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cat_café). Given the huge pet culture in the Bay Area, cat cafes have started appearing. Recently, my girlfriend and I tried to attend San Francisco's own cat cafe (https://www.yelp.com/biz/kittea-cat-cafe-san-francisco-4), but failed miserably because we missed our appointment (damn Bay Area traffic!). I felt really bad about disappointing my girlfriend and so I spontaneously decided to surprise her by making a reservation at Cat Town, the East Bay's own version of the cat cafe. Cat Town is located on the always-popular Broadway Ave in Oakland. I really like this spot for several reasons. First, driving here is SUPER EASY because Broadway is a major street that runs straight through Oakland. Plus, public transportation is also a solid option because there's hella busses around AND 19th Street BART is only like 10 streets down. Furthermore, this place is maybe a mile at most from Downtown, making it a great spot to relax after a long day of fun. However, Cat Town is still far enough away so traffic will be CHILL. So how does Cat Town work? Basically, the space is split into two parts: There's the RAWR Coffee Bar (basically where you can buy coffee and snacks) and the Cat Zone (a.k.a. where you can play with the kitties). In terms of pricing, it's ONLY $10 for an hour with the cats (tax deductible!) - SO MUCH CHEAPER than the SF Kit Tea Cat Cafe, which was $25. You can make reservations online here (http://www.cattownoakland.org/reservations), or walk in. I recommend the former to guarantee a spot, but I honestly believe everyone can get in. And that's because workers are SO NICE. For example, I wanted to move my reservation up an hour and they totally let me! So was it worth the $10? HECK YEA! When we came, there were SO MANY cats to play with. Some of them are found in the main, outside play areas whereas others are situated in separate rooms. Generally, there will always be at least 6-7 different cats to play with at all times. When coming here for the first time, I recommend being VERY PATIENT because a lot of these cats may find humans intolerable = will SCRATCH YOU if you annoy them (I failed so hard). Just be gentle, keep your distance, and everything will be chill. In case you get nervous, there's always a couple volunteers inside waiting to help with questions. But once you and the cats get acquainted, it's like love at first sight. Well, at least that's how I felt with Darcy - she was such a sweet little black cat that LOVED BEING PETTED! As a side note, cameras are welcome if you are wondering. I think what attracted me most about Cat Town wasn't just the prospect of cuddling with kittens; it was the mission statement. Basically, Cat Town is a full-on non-profit organization that was started with the intent of "helping hundreds of Oakland's shelter cats find loving homes each year." Here, you're not just coming to pet cats; you're coming to make a difference in an animal's life. And it really shows with the friendly, feline culture that's being promoted at Cat Town. Everyone is so chill here that it's clear the organization isn't trying to profit off of a craze. For that, and the overall experience, I give Cat Town an "omg, I'd travel 2 hours for this" rating. I will definitely come back and maybe be persuaded to adopt... Have fun and pawsper!!! read more

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This is the very first cat cafe in America! They save cats from shelters that are planned for euthanasia (usually no one wants them for whatever reason, sometimes due to behavioral difficulties) and provide them with a temporary home at Cat Town. At Cat Town, there's plenty of toys, lounging spots, and opportunities to meet and interact with various cats (all of who you can adopt)! With their RAWR coffee bar next door serving coffee and snacks that you can take inside Cat Town, this place is perfect to relax or to finally convince your mom that you all should get a family pet. read more

While the cats were a little shy when my friend and I stopped by, we still had a great time and highly recommend it. The volunteers were all very nice, and let us stay a little after to pet Mowgli, and gave us treats for Alaska (who can do tricks!!! like high fiving). We also went next door into the studio space; looks like Cat Town will be expanding even more soon!! The first picture is of Mowgli who kept running away at first but soon let us rub his belly. He even attempted to take a selfie and then tried to eat my phone! read more

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This place is charming and fun! Careful, you may leave with new friends though.

I visited Cat Town on 12/2 and had an absolute blast. I have been to a few different cat cafes, but I totally fell in love with this one. First off, the place is HUGE! If I were a cat I would be so excited to be there. I love the different structures that they have in the play area for the kitties to sleep and adventure on. Plus, the amazing murals on the walls. I really felt connect the love from the community and cats having Oakland be incorporated into the space. Second, I love Rawr! I had an Iron Goddess tea with a lemon poppy seed muffin. Both items were totally scrumptious. I liked being able to take my items into the play space with the cats. However, I ended up just finishing them after my hour was over because I was in total cat mode. Third, the staff! I had such a great time talking to ( I believe his name was Jay) about what Cat Town does, how Maddie's Fund helped create their new space and what is going on with each cat. I have been to other cat cafes before where there wasn't as much of a connection or the staff wasn't super knowledgeable. That is not the case here! Fourth, the price. Seriously I was shocked that it was only $10 to visit! Most cat Cafes I go to are at least $20+. I am more than happy to give more as I ended up making a donation and a purchase. I think Cat Town is such a great organization and we are so lucky to have them in the Bay Area. It warms my heart to see what they are doing for the cats in the area. I look forward to my next visit to Cat Town! read more

Cat Town is cat heaven, for both cats and cat lovers. The staff are super friendly and know their cats well. The place is very clean and full of everything a cat could ever want. The cats are well taken care of. They have lots of hand sanitizers to make sure us hoomans keep the cats safe. The cats are wonderful and although some are shy, you can give them treats for 50 cents to show them you love them! I highly recommend this place and would love to visit again and again! read more

Cat Town is the best. I've been a fan from afar for a while. Now I am getting ready to bring a new cat(s) into my life after the loss of a dear one last Fall, and all of the staff has been so supportive, informative, and helpful. I was so inspired to finally spend time in their space today meeting some kitties. Friends who have adopted and fostered with them say they are incredibly supportive throughout the entire process. Excited to get to know them better and highly recommend! read more

Very cute place! There's a $10 cover fee for entering the establishment, which helps support the cats and allows you access for an hour. Plan your trip ahead if possible. Overall a great place to check out if you're thinking about adopting a cat. read more

I love cat town for what they do and the space they provide, but I wish there was an age limit here. Teaching kids to respect animals is a necessity, but when you have a 2/3yo making a lot of noise, running around, and all of that stuff the cats really aren't pleased. It ended up ruining our experience a bit because the cats were nervous and hiding from the kid. To be honest most of the time the kid wasn't even paying attention to the cats (just running around being a kid-understandably). The cats were sweet here, but very nervous and didn't quite want to play or be touched. I think the situation is already a bit stressful for them, so to add a kid into the mix made it worse from what I saw. That being said I still love cat town, I just wish they would make have a specific time for younger kids to visit (still with an age limit) with more staff in the room to be sure cats are ok, an educational component, and specifically a shorter time period so cats don't get too freaked out. read more

I have been to a lot of cat shelters but CT Town is one of the best in my opinion. They do such good work helping cats that fall through the cracks; needing extra time and attention than many places don't have the resources to give. The shelter is clean, cats are lovely and the staff is amazing. I highly recommend. read more

Great place, great volunteers, kitties that need good homes. I LOVE cats. If you do too, you should come check this place out. The cats are adoptable, and your fee for a 1-hour visit goes to help these kitties. I love that you can get a coffee and something to munch on and bring it in with you. It's super peaceful just hanging out in there with all the kitties. A couple of times I've gone in the early afternoon and most of them were asleep (I should have known - haha they sleep a lot!) So maybe my advice would be to visit in the morning or later afternoon. Be patient, let them come to you. Enjoy! read more

A million stars for Cat Town! I've watched this company grow from 11 years ago until now. They gave me my first ever cat of my own and I loved him for 8 years. I happily donate to spend an hour with the kitties at the adoption center. It helps them socialize and keeps them out of shelters! I purchased a little tonic water before going in. I appreciate how clean everything is, covid-conscious, and a loving place they've made for their animals. Highly recommend! read more

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