Lovely organization filled with cat lovers, affordable cat adoption. They're obviously doing what they do to make the world a better place for cats. So happy to have our gorgeous 16 yr old Dabby to keep my mom company and live out their golden queen years together. read more

I just visited this group and was very excited to maybe find a new little friend for me and my 3 year old kitty. This could be very long winded about the vibe of the place and how they treated me like I was bothering them. Every question that I asked them they would say "no" and act very judgey. Little do they know that I just moved here and was a volunteer and foster home for many cats and dogs for the local Humane Society there. They have some man child up front is very negative and likes rolling his eyes at you and saying "no", "unfortunately that" and "we have to judge your energy first ."'I told them that I will just come back. I'm not. read more

Staff were super friendly and helpful in adopting my new cat! They gave very helpful advice for my first cat on my own (I had grown up with them but had questions regarding caring for one by myself). They were very understanding and gave me a phone call to check in on my cat's progress. Vet visits are also covered by the organization 30 days after adoption. They also had plenty of things on hand to purchase (food, carriers, litter boxes, etc) which was very helpful. Overall it was a wonderful experience and I am so happy with my kitty. read more

Seattle Area Feline Rescue - Mrs. Pickles - Animal Shelters Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This is a wonderful place to adopt/rescue a kittens - we took two and love them so much. Every other place we went to felt complicated and involved a wait - this was a fast and efficient process, with great support and is a great resource for all things rescue cat in the greater Seattle area. Highly recommend. We love our kitties and all of the supportive documents (and food) that came with them. read more

Seattle Feline Rescue is a hidden gem in Shoreline. We adopted Chloe&Cleo back in August and they were very helpful and attentive with the adoption process. Cleo had some issues with vomiting (due to moving stress) so the Rescue kept her for a day to monitor her conditions and had a vet assistant check up on her. They really did above and beyond the expectations of an animal rescue organization. Both kittens were spayed, microchipped and had their first two vaccines done. They also came with medical records so you can provide this info to the vet. Both kittens are very healthy, playful, and absolutely adorable!! We love them very much and thank you Seattle Feline Rescue for bringing this bundle of lucky joy into our family. read more

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Came to adopt a kitten as a companion for our 2 year old cat at home. We're told we cannot adopt a single kitten under the age of 6 months, they must go in pairs. What the heck? Definitely didn't want to adopt 2 kittens on the spot. To top it off, can't even meet the cats and kittens available for adoption til you've made the decision to adopt. Seems like a huge commitment to make before interacting with the animals. Literally makes zero sense. It's a shame that families that are willing and able to adopt a homeless pet is turned away for a dumb rule. Waste of time. read more

Last year, I began volunteering at SAFR. It was during one of my shifts that I noticed a teensy (2.2lbs!) black kitten in one of the enclosures, staring at me in a mixture of fear and 'adopt me' (or so I like to think). I had been intending to adopt a kitten for awhile, and I decided Now was the Time. A friend and I stopped by a Purrfect Pals adoption event the following day, but I didn't like the way it was set up (and couldn't get Teeny Kitten out of my mind), so we headed to SAFR shortly after they opened. It was busy and we had to wait, but I spent the time playing with my chosen kitten and hoping no one noticed her. Given that she preferred to huddle in the corner of her enclosure furthest from the door and looked utterly terrified when not attacking the glass whenever I passed a toy before it... mission accomplished! When it was my turn, I told the adoption counselor that I knew which kitten I wanted to see, and my friend and I got to pet her. I also picked her up, and after a moment she sprang out of my arms and went back to her corner to tremble in fear. But she purred when I was holding her, and I knew she was The One. The adoption process was very thorough; it took about 30 minutes before me and Teensy Kitten were out the door with all our paperwork. She came microchipped, spayed (of course) and with her first round of shots, in addition to a certificate for a free first vet exam. SAFR can make a recommendation, but I already have a cat and thus a vet, so I called to confirm they would take the certificate (which they did, so insert advertisement for Urban Animal). They have everything you could need for your new pet -- litter/boxes, carrier, food, dishes, toys -- right there as well, and as of May 2018, anyway, you also receive coupons to area pet stores. That was a year ago! Eleanor (formerly 'Wilma') has grown from a shy, terrified kitten into a playful, affectionate house panther with a love for re-arranging pillows and other stuffed objects. TLDR; SAFR has everything you need for your new pet, and the staff and volunteers are very knowledgeable about what they do. Also: give shy kittens a chance, they might surprise you once home! read more

Seattle Area Feline Rescue - Eleanor, a few days after adoption. - Animal Shelters Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I adopted 2 (9 week old) kittens the day of. The staff members are happy to be there and recommend everything to ensure a happy and easy acclamation for your kitty! When coming to this location you will be able to browse the selection of cats and kittens they have in. There are walls of cat toys and stations of food, bowls, cat litter everything you could need. It was an understandable price you play for the long run and fun of these babies. I recommend being fully ready for the responsibility of new kittens, clean your designated area for your cats before taking them home and being fully educated. They are a responsibility and take as much time as a baby would. During the adoption process they inform you about everything and provide links to explore, plants that can be harmful, foods, etc ALSO PLEASE DONT BUY A REGULAR COLLAR BUY A "BREAK-AWAY" To prevent any potential situations that could be harmful to you cat(s) Much love A happy customer read more

Seattle Area Feline Rescue - Nap time!!! - Animal Shelters Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I came in on a Friday after work to look at the latest batch of fostered kittens now up for adoption and found two cute little ones. They also have some older cats ranging in age but I was looking for a kitten to replace my long time cat that died. I like this place because the work with found kittens or stray prego cats that need a safe place and foster out kittens until they are able to be adopted. The down side is that around the holidays the kittens go quickly and there is little to no real time that you can spend with kittens. They don't let the kittens on the floor and there are no rooms to let them down in so you are kinda cornering them in their home to try and see their personalities. That being said, the staff that worked with me through the adoption were super nice and let me take some time with the kittens. I think I stood there for a good 10 min trying to get the kittens used to me and let me pet them. I ended up adopting two wee ones and was able to take them home that day. They also have food there that the kitties have been eating so I didn't need to stop anywhere to get food or litter. They have everything there and all proceeds go back to the kitties. So if you adopt, it's $200 for a pair and you can only adopt kittens in pairs. They come fixed microchiped, and with a free basic check up at a vet nearby. This is cheap and again, any proceeds go back to the kitties. read more

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I can't speak for the adoption process itself, but as a volunteer, I am a little disappointed. As of this review, I have been out of work since late February and I really wanted something to occupy my time. I love cats and I don't have any of my own, but I previously volunteered at Purrfect Pals and had a great experience. Since the pandemic is going on, I have only been able to do a few projects for SAFE, such as addressing Gotcha Day cards, cutting material for blankets and today, I drove all the way to Capitol Hill Lynnwood to pick up about 10 good sized boxes for a donation from Mudd Bay and then drove it back to the center. I'm sorry to say that it seems like every time I do a volunteer project, I don't feel like the effort is appreciated. When I arrived this morning to get my "assignment", the person I spoke with was the same person that I had interacted with on Facebook (ie: the same person who posted the request for someone to pick up the stuff) and she gave the impression that she didn't know anything about it. It was partly my fault for not communicating clearly, but she shut the door and left me standing there, so I was unable to correct myself right way. I saw a man pull up in a car and he went to ask a question and was turned away, but I honestly don't know what the situation was. However, he didn't look happy. I am sure this organization is okay, but driving all the way there and then all the way to Capitol Hill was time consuming and it would have been nice to feel more appreciated. I also had my Honda Fit packed with boxes and although the woman helped me get them from my car and she did say thank you, it didn't sound that sincere, unfortunately. SAFE isn't that close to where I live and if Purrfect Pals was accepting volunteers, I'd much rather work for them. They seem to be more appreciative and their locations are a lot more convenient. read more

Seattle Area Feline Rescue - Animal Shelters Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I'm so happy I found this rescue! We were looking for the right cat to join our home, and needed to be careful in our selection because we already have a somewhat skittish 7 year old cat living there. We came in, the adoption process was explained to us, and we looked through the glass to see what we could (not much, unfortunately) while we waited. After talking to us, the adoption counselor suggested the cat we were interested in would probably not be a good fit for our current cat, but suggested a couple of others who she felt would be. We immediately fell in love with a flame point siamese who hadn't been there long enough to be listed on their website. I have actually been hunting for a cat just like this - they NEVER appear in shelters! We snapped him up right away. He is very mellow and just the sweetest cat you can imagine. The adoption itself was easy and quick. They did not request endless form-filling like some places I have worked with, and their policies were explained clearly. Everything was emailed to me and I was able to just forward the email with vaccination information to my own vet. They also sell cat supplies that are very reasonably priced, and the money goes back into their rescue efforts. Win-win. read more

How terrific they are!! The vet was caring and she checked my "baby" over thoroughly. Gave her two shots and actually got some tartar off her teeth, all in one visit. Can't say enough good about them. And easy parking. read more

Wife and I went here to adopt a cat. At first we were looking for a little kitten but the person that was helping us told us we couldn't just adopt one kitten and kittens (Younger than 8months) would come in pairs only. But wife and I had an open mind. The person that helped up showed us the right match of Chana and she happened to be the only single cat there at the time. She's a 1 year old Tortie and immediately she was sweet and we ended up liking her right away. The adoption process was super easy and very informative. Person helped us with all our questions and gave us many great suggestions and tips. I never had experienced having a cat or liked them but made me feel very comfortable to getting one and having the knowledge to care for one. The adoption process was very thorough and easy. I also liked how they help the community out with giving food supplies to other shelters and people that need help to feed their pets. I wish I remembered the name of the guy that helped us. I wanna say thanks for making it easy and matching us with our cat Chana. Upon taking the cat home we got some food some litter and coupons for free food and litter to Mud Bay. I'm glad my wife and I went through Seattle area feline rescue. read more

Seattle Area Feline Rescue - Our Adopted Cat Chana - Animal Shelters Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I love Seattle Area Feline Rescue! This local cat rescue helps find homes for cats and kittens and often takes in sick and injured cats in need of help. Everyone here is very friendly and helpful. They have a variety of adorable cats and kittens and offer same day adoptions so you can take home your new kitty friend right away. They also have a small retail shop with cat supplies and other fun things to buy and all of the money you spend supports the rescue so it's for a great cause! My husband and I adopted two kittens here last year and we absolutely adore them. We recently stopped in again to say hi and pick up a few fun things from their shop. If you want to adopt a cat or kitten I highly recommend checking this place out! read more

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After my second visit to this shelter, I was pretty sure I was being punked. The first time we visited we were allowed to walk around the shelter and look at the cats, but we were told we could not spend time with any of them unless we were ready to adopt that cat. OK, I sort of get it, although I felt like it would be hard to commit to adopting a cat before we got to interact with it. The second time we visited we were told to add our names to a waiting list and then asked to wait outside because it was "too crowded inside." There were perhaps half a dozen people there. Then we were told our wait would be three-four hours. The guy at the front desk is condescending and a bit strange. I am sure these folks do well by their cats, but the vibe is very offputting. We won't be back. read more

I've fostered and adopted from SAFe and had great experiences. The staff is very communicative and the kitties are taken care of. Excited to see how they flourish in their new space soon! read more

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One stop shop for getting our first kitty. Helpful staff and same-day adoption. We came home with our cat, a cat carrier, litter, food, toys, and a voucher for our first vet appointment. read more

Amazing place! This shelter has done and continues to do so much to help homeless kittens/cats safely find their forever homes. I've been a foster here for a little while and they go above and beyond to ensure the cats there are healthy and receive all the medical care they need. read more

Weeks after trying to adopt kittens here, I'm still really upset and traumatized. My children and I have had a really rough past 6 years. All my daughter has ever wanted was a cat. We dealt with homelessness and housing instability for most of my kids' lives. I promised that when we were finally on our feet and ready, that we would adopt a pair of kittens. My kids lost their dad last February to suicide. We were living in a domestic violence shelter at the time. Later that week someone smashed out our car window and stole our stuff...anyway, I'm just giving you an idea of how life was for us so that you realize just how amazing my children are. If anybody deserves the privilege of adopting a cat...it's them. We adopted a cat a few years back, but we're subjected to domestic violence yet again, and had to let my ex boyfriend adopt our cat. I was heartbroken. It was the first time I had ever had a pet or experienced such a special bond. I cried for a month, and could even look at cat pictures. Our old cat, Marty is doing very well. He's very spoiled and well cared for. We still visit him. We let my ex keep keep him because we didn't want to put Marty through another big transition like that. While able to care for Martin, I felt like there had never been anything so soothing to my soul. Best therapy for PTSD ever! We are doing really well now. We are all settled into our lovely new home. I am financially able to care for kittens and vet bills, and the luxury of plenty of time to devote to their care. Grief is strange and unpredictable. All of us are adjusting to a regular life, and have a lot of anxiety to work trough, but we are getting there. Our home is a calm and welcoming place, though. I waited for her birthday to surprise my daughter with the news we were finally getting kittens. We were all elated. We came to the Rescue, and instantly this playful kitten bonded with my kids through the glass. It seemed meant to be, but obviously it wasn't... The woman assisting us was really uptight and phony. Her name is Sarah. She told us that cats act differently when they aren't behind glass. Um...right? OK. So we go to the other side and attempt to meet the kitten. I tried to let the kitten smell my hand. Sarah said I was not to "lunge" at the kitten like that. I had to let the cat come to me. I was feeling nervous, because Sarah was really discouraging any natural instincts we had. I am positive the cat could sense this. Sarah was so negative and indirect, I started to have a panic attack. I was crying because she wouldn't give us a straight answer, and it seemed like she already decided she would not let us go home with the kittens we liked. She wouldn't come right out and say it, though. Because I was crying, she asked me to go outside. I did, but first I mumbled something about her thinking she was the cat whisperer. I calmed down and came back inside. My kids were under the impression that I had a choice in the matter, so I suggested they ask Sarah questions directly, since it was obvious that she and I had problems communicating effectively. I guess the cat must come to you, without you attempting to pick it up, and also, you must make the cat purr. I had never heard of such rigid adoption requirements, but I was willing to do what it took. My daughter finally asked flat out if we could get the kitten, and Sarah said NO. She kept trying to force a different pair of kittens on us that my kids weren't interested in. It seems to me like that would be a horrible situation as far as adopting kittens goes, but then again I'm not a cat whisperer... Frustrated and heart broken I began to cry uncontrollably. Sarah told me I needed I leave. We tried another rescue, but it was closed by the time we arrived. Management called me back days later, only to defend Sarah's behavior, and to let me know that I'd be "better off going somewhere where I was respected and felt welcome". I took that to be a confirmation that I was not welcome or respected there. I still really feel like for whatever reason, Sarah did not like me, and had decided from the start that I would not be choosing a cat. She strikes me as someone who values her own ability to have power over others, than she does someone who has the best interests of the kittens and families in mind. It was way sad. I know we would benefit from having kittens, and that kittens would benefit from having a forever home with us. But now I am so terrified of experiencing something similar, I have avoided any rescue. I know that most of them do not operate this way, and that this was a very bizarre experience. I have post-traumatic stress disorder however, so taking that step again is going to require a lot of courage. read more

I have tried fostering with SAFe two separate periods of time. Both times the experience ended after a couple of months. The second time was definitely a better experience due to the rescue hiring an absolutely fantastic volunteer coordinator. But in the end, both experiences left me feeling like I was being shamed. I would had several successful fostering experiences but both times I tried to work with them ended the same way. I would have a difficult litter. The kittens would be sick. I was asked to return them and then they were turned over to a different foster volunteer. Even though I was "thanked for my efforts" the real message seemed to be that I was suspected of neglect. The second time this happened was especially awful bc one kitten had a severe issue that I was very attentive of, spending hours trying to sooth him and caring for his awful condition. The issue had to do to with his digestion system, yet SAFe never put the kittens on a probiotic diet. I wouldn't have thought abt it on my own but it was pointed out to me by a veternarian and then I started wondering about it -- the kitten was extremely ill and clearly having difficulties with food so every measure that could have helped probably should have been applied. When SAFe said to bring the litter back due to their poor condition, I was thanked and then subtly accused of not medicating the kittens properly. I was a little angry being told I was suspected of being detrimental for the kittens when the rescue had never even adjusted their food! I understand exactly what unsatisfied volunteers are referring to if they don't feel appreciated. I didn't want a medal or anything but I also felt very hurt it was believed I was neglecting and harming kittens. I have done a lot of different types of volunteering but this is the only case where I felt accused of neglect or inadequate service and definitely the only time I felt shamed by an organization. read more

Update 11/01/2018 - Stephanie renamed Litecoin is the most lovingest cat you'll ever meet. She loves being cuddled & giving me tongue baths & playing with a mouse or ball. She likes watching wild bird videos on TV We have been looking for a kitten for our 3 year old cat for a year now. Animal Talk pet shop in Lake City had a bunch of kittens but they wouldn't give us a single one. We have been to 4 other pet rescues before our vet recommended this place. Something is very wrong with Seattle when pets waiting for adoption are not given to folks wanting to adopt. The pet advisor we met asked a million questions. We ended up adopting a 2yr old friendly cat named Stephanie instead of kittens. Then they read you every line of the 6 page form. They don't even give you a box to take your pet home. $12.99 for a cardboard box. Such a scam. Their excuse is that they are non-profit. So is the Humane society. The Humane society pets have all their shots too. Anyway, I filled out paperwork, paid & went to the car & told my son to bring the cat. My son came out after 20 minutes to say Stephanie got nervous & scratched someone. I said just get her. The vet's office is closing in 30 minutes. Pet's here don't have their shots. My son went back in, another 15 minute, comes back out to say they won't give us the cat. So I go in, all three women are flustered & have fear in their eyes & started telling me about their traumatic experience. Really? You work in a pet shelter! I grabbed the box from her & said we are fine & walked out before they could make more excuses. They had Duct taped the cat carrier as if Stephanie was a devil cat who would unclasp the 3 locked positions & eat us alive on the drive home. OMFG! WTF is wrong with pet adoption places in Seattle. This is the 5th one we have been to just to adopt a cat! Needless to say we missed the vet appointment. So frustrating. read more

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I have wanted a cat for years!! Unfortunately, living in an apartment has some restrictions. So as soon as my landlord gave the OK, my husband and I drove to SAFe! What's really cool about this organization is that they have a Facebook page entitled "Adopt-Less-Adoptable Cats." During one of their posts they highlighted a female black cat that recently had kittens. I knew that moment I saw her those girls were meant to be mine! The crew at SAFe were so welcoming when we first entered, allowing us to look around and just engaging in pleasant conversation. They led us directly to the momma cat and her kitten and when I saw my husband interact with them, I knew it was meant to be! The staff and volunteers were able to answer all our questions, showed us all of their records, and even informed us that their initial vet check, within 2 weeks of adoption, was part of the adoption process. Plus, the center also sells food, toys, carriers, just in case you need anything and all the money goes to a great cause. Now more than a month later, Ivy (the black cat) and her daughter, Harley Quinn (her kitten!!) have completed my little family! The girls do everything with us! I highly recommend this place to anyone who is interested in including an additional little body to their family! read more

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2 years ago we adopted Ramses, an adorable grayling Aby who has since become the head of our household. Since then I've become a supporter of so many of their "long term" guest included Benny, Rollo and other lovable cats that would have otherwise been in dire circumstances. What they do is great. They go out of their way to find the right cat for you. read more

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Don't bother with this place. We adopted what was listed as "sweet and shy cat." this cat however was anything but; during the week we had the cat, it attacked twice with no prevarication once even going for the eyes of my wife, who had to put her hands up to defend herself and ended up with deep cuts and probably scars. This cat was aggressive, aloof, bossy and not sociable. We gave the cat a week, but ultimately had to return it. Once returned, the shelter relisted the cat with the same description as before not even taking into consideration what I had told the people when I returned it, instead brushing me off as if my opinion didn't matter. I am very concerned for whomever next adopts this cat. There were two other cats that we looked at as well, that were in foster who according to the foster parent had come from an abusive household, but when we inquired of the shelter, they sort of said no, and tried to brush that under the table saying no they didn't and acting like we were idiots. All in all, this place isn't worth it. We're not coming back here again with how their attitudes are in general. read more

Our experience at Seattle Area Feline Rescue was excellent. We adopted two kittens (from the same litter) on Halloween. We were greeted when we arrived and had only a short wait to visit with all of the kittens. I liked that they only allowed a few people in to visit with the kittens at a time, which kept things calm and not crowded. All of the kittens/cats seemed well cared for and healthy, and the housing for them was spotless and spacious. Lots of room to play. Their adoption fees are reasonable and consistent with other shelters - one thing we especially liked was knowing that the profits from all of the kitty supplies we purchased went straight back to the shelter (and the prices on these items were no higher than any other pet supply store). Our new family members have settled right in and are happy and healthy. The staff was kind and explained everything we needed to know. My only wish list item would be to offer the forms we had to complete online so that we could have saved time while there and have them pre-filled out. But beyond that, I'd recommend this shelter without hesitation. read more

Seattle Area Feline Rescue - Coco - 11 weeks old. Pixel's sister. A real lovergirl who likes to harass her sister! - Animal Shelters Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I am so happy I found this rescue! They post their available cats and kittens online the night before the adoption waitlist opens the following morning, giving potential adopters ample time to learn about the cats. I received a call after signing up (I think I was the first one!) to answer any questions I had and provide information about their cats. The adoption process is smooth and easy, with all documents signed online along with the adoption packet and medical history emailed to you. We ordered the cat supplies through the rescue and picked them up through their contact-less pickup that same day. I especially appreciated that all their cats are neutered/spayed, microchipped, and vaccinated prior to adoption. Also, by adopting through SaFE, the first visit to the vet is free and you get a complimentary month of pet insurance! Thank you for all that you do! read more

I went in this afternoon to get a kitten who was 24 weeks old. I waited outside for an hour to make sure I could be first in line to get her because u was so excited when I saw her online. When they unlocked the doors I walked in and the first thing the girl at the front door said to me was that they weren't open yet. (They open at 1 and I was 12:58). I said "that's fine I'll wait a couple minutes". I stood by the door as they did nothing for that couple minutes and then turned around to me and said they were open now... I went over to the kitten I was excited about when a woman approached and asked why I was interested in her. I felt like this was a little odd but let her know that my husband and I have a cat we were looking to find a companion for. She immediately stopped me and asked me how old he was. He is 9 and a very sweet and social cat who has been around kittens many times and actually came from a shelter too. This woman told me that I could not adopt this kitten because she was not six months unless to adopt two. I was very taken aback by this because....24 weeks is six months. This kitten was 24 weeks. I challenged her a little by showing her that 24 weeks was six months. When I said that she simply said I can't let you take this cat home today. She then told me I should seek a vet to actually find if bringing a kitten home would be good for my "senior pet". I have never been so offended. My cat is the sweetest cat and does so well with other animals and I would never ever do anything to put him in a position otherwise. Not only that but with the age of this kitten it was clear this woman just didn't want me to be able to take her. I came home crying and told my husband and we are both just completely appalled and insulted by this place. I truly would have given this kitten the best home. read more

This facility is extremely nice and all of the kitties are happy and healthy. All of the staff was very helpful and I had a great experience adopting my new cat, who I named Hazel. I had confidence that she was in excellent health and well taken care of when I picked her, and it was love at first sight. Thank you to all the staff and volunteers who helped me find and adopt my new companion. I recently lost my beloved Elly who was with me for 18 years - most of my life - and was sorely in need of a new kitty to love. Hazel has been a tremendous help with healing from the loss of my little girl and I couldn't have asked for a better cat to start my chapter with. She is very sweet and loving and has incorporated herself into the family like she's been with us for years. Thanks SAFe Rescue, for all the amazing things you do for the homeless kitties in the world! I highly recommend SAFe to anyone looking for a new cat to share their life with. read more

Seattle Area Feline Rescue - My new kitty, Hazel. - Animal Shelters Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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If I could give this place no stars I would. We walked in and put our name on the list. Somehow our name was crossed off and we were skipped. This caused us to miss out on adopting a cat after waiting almost an hour. My daughter left in tears and heart broken. If you have kids, don't bother, they don't care. read more

I must admit, I have a pretty serious allergy to cats, but I still love them! I came in to get some business cards to give my friends who DO want to adopt. The woman who helped me was friendly and helpful. She obviously loves cats and truly cares to help. I recommend this place for anyone looking for a new family member. read more

Seattle Area Feline Rescue - Animal Shelters Near Me - Seattle, Washington

My husband and I came here after losing our cat after having her in our lives for 18 years. Having an empty home became too unbearable so we came to look. We were warmly greeted and asked some simple questions on if we had a pet in the home and what we were looking for. They led us to a cat named Paulette, brought her out so we could play with her in a safe and supervised environment. We checked out a few other adorable cats, but I really felt a connection for Paulette. She had been there for a little over a month due to her cloudy eye and being Fiv positive, but was playful, warm and wanting a home. I decided that she should come home with us. They answered all of our questions, showed us all of her records from their care and made sure we were comfortable and ready for her. I cannot express enough how grateful we are for them taking her in after she was rescued at an apartment complex and helping her to be safe, healthy and warm. She is a wonderful cat, and we already love her so much. If you are ready for a cat and are willing to take one with special needs, they have wonderful cats that are ready to go home with you! Thanks you for the work you do! read more

I've been fostering for this organization for over a year now (I started when it was still in another location) and would not hesitate to refer friends/family if they are looking for a furry friend. The staff takes excellent care of the kitties, from providing necessary medical care to feeding them quality (not junk) food. I've just had to provide kitties with a shelter at my house and lots of love. The staff is organized and knowledgeable. Most (if not all?) of them are volunteers. They are serious about caring for all the kitties and ensuring that they go to good homes. Go check out this no-kill rescue if you're looking to adopt a furry friend! Or consider fostering a kitty because it's a very fun and rewarding experience. read more

I have been volunteering here for about a month. This place is absolutely wonderful! All the volunteers I work with are kind and truly care for the cats. I live cats! Adrian is also really great and helpful when I'm not sure what to do. The place is kept so clean and tidy. The cats are so fun to be around. If you're looking for a place to adopt, this is the place to go! It's a no-kill shelter because it isn't government funded. They say no to kitties, which is sad, but it means that the cats that are there have better lives. Please come in and support SAFe. It's a great shelter. :) read more

I went to their opening. Amazing facility!! The cages are huge and obviously big enough for the cats to be comfortable. I also got a tour of the back and everything is well stocked and organized. The staff are very helpful and seem to love their job. Overall, it's obvious how well they take care of their cats. Great place. read more

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I was inquiring as a volunteer due to the fact I was curious about how to take are of cats and cleaning duties etc. Let me start off by saying that when I visited here I stay to look at the cats for more than a 1/2 an hour. I told the volunteer coordinator I was interested into volunteering and learn how to take care of cats. To be honest I did over extend my stay visiting the cats because I don't have cats of my own. I was vicarious to what it would be like to have a kitty. I was not able to pet the kitties because of worry of spreading disease which I understand. I would really want to adopt a kitty but I know I don't have a stable home life and I live with family who would not agree to getting a kitty. The place is quite small so bit of crowding occurred. First I went there on a friday night to curious if I could see the kitties and inquire about volunteering. The volunteer coordinator answered my questions about volunteering here because I was interested. I was able to talk the volunteers about the cats and why they loved cats. So I stayed there for an hour until closing, talking about cats with the people in the cash register. Next day I came back because I was bored and it was the along the way home. I wanted to see the kitties and I stayed there for a 1/2 hour again. I asked more questions about volunteering. The volunteer coordinator insisted about the duties of the volunteers are not suppose to pet the cats. I told her I understood. She came to tell me that she would ask me to leave because I don't plan on adopting and I should volunteer somewhere else. I just feel I was judged because I didn't have money and didn't have a stable home(like that was my life). Like at least I admit I am not going to be a good fit to be a cat owner. Not everyone has stable homes and money. read more

My boyfriend and I had a bad experience at this shelter and don't think we will be returning. The place was nice and clean and had a great selection of young cats that we weren't able to find at other shelters at this time. We had visited all the other shelters in the area and were taking the process at a slow pace to be sure we chose a cat/kitten that would be the right companion to our current cat. The girl who welcomed us in was very friendly and nice, but the two adoption counsellors who worked with us seemed very unfriendly and judgmental. The first adoption counselor listened to what we were looking for and directed us to meeting all the available matches, which was nice. However, she did not tell us much information about the cats. We tried to ask questions about the specific personalities and needs of each cat as well as general questions about adopting/introducing the second cat. We were given vague answers with a slightly judgmental attitude for not knowing the answers ourselves. We were also not given enough space and privacy to discuss each cat since the adoption counsellor kept hovering, remaining close to us, and listening to our conversation. We felt as though the counsellor did not trust us or see us as responsible adults and instead treated us as kids, even though my boyfriend and I are fully working adults. The second adoption counsellor was better at answering our questions, but also came across as judgmental and skeptical of us. She seemed annoyed that we were asking so many questions about the cats and for her recommendations. Because my boyfriend and I have not had previous experience with multiple cats, we were just trying to ask as many questions as possible to be sure we were choosing the right cat. We have done a ton of research into the topic on our own but were still interested in hearing the personal responses/opinions of the counsellor since they would know each cat best and since every situation is different. We also wanted to take our time to discuss and cover everything before we made such a big decision. We ended up not adopting a cat in the end because we felt the adoption process and atmosphere of this rescue was rushed, uncomfortable, and judgmental. We felt the way we were treated was not conducive to making the right a decision and hope future customers are not treated this way too. Great selection of cats, but workers attitudes and customer service needs improvement. read more

We adopted two black kittens about 3 weeks ago. We LOVE them! I am grateful to SAFR for taking such good care of them, adopting them to us so efficiently, and for saving felines that would otherwise die. read more

A true train wreck of an adoption; this center believes in a dating app/mail order bride method of adoption. Prospective human partners are not allowed to interact with the animals unless they are somehow positive that that animal is right for them (through some unknown and apparently psychic means). Add to that a 'used car salesman/let's get these cats off the lot' level of dishonesty, and you have a true recipe for disaster. That's certainly what happened in my case. Having lost a cat-partner of some eight years, I wound up adopting the "Cat-from-Hell" and returned her after five frustrating weeks. The only thing that they did right was to accept her back without resistance (and also without refunding me my adoption fee, which they should have done had they been even half way honorable, which they are NOT.) Recommendation; avoid this location, and search elsewhere for your feline friend. These folks don't really care about their cats. They only thing seems to matter to them is their misguided ideology, and a refusal to face reality. But then, this IS Seattle, and that is par for the course. read more

I have only gratitude for the amazing work the people do at SAFR. I have watched them take a shy, frightened adult cat and help her feel safe so that she was available and adopted in a little over two weeks time! They spend time with each cat and get to know their personality so that they can appropriately recommend them to people hoping to find the right companion. I'm impressed with how organized and clean their facility is and how quickly their cats get adopted, preventing the depressed shelter cat experience I have seen at other places. I have known the majority of SAFR's management for over 10 years as I used to foster for them at a different facility and from which I got my two current cats. SAFR truly has devoted people that care about cats and want to help them find their forever homes. read more

Really not sure how you're supposed to just psychically know for sure which animal is gonna be the right one for your home without even meeting it first, but that seems to be the logic around here, so if someone could explain to me how it makes literally any sense at all to refuse to let people even look at the cats unless they're 100% positive they're gonna be leaving with them, that'd be dope. One star is because the place looks clean and nicely kept. Congrats on meeting the bare minimum. Bye, Felicia. read more