Resources

OTHER SHELTERS

Below is a list of Cuyahoga County–area shelters, rescues, and animal control who may be able to assist:

Cuyahoga County & Nearby Cat‑Friendly Shelters, Rescues & Animal Control OfficersMajor Shelters & Humane Organizations

  • Cleveland Animal Protective League (APL) — (216) 771‑4616
  • Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter — (216) 525‑7877
  • Northeast Ohio SPCA Pet Shelter (Parma) — (216) 351‑7387
  • Stay‑A‑While Cat Shelter (North Royalton) — (440) 582‑4990
  • Berea Animal Rescue Friends (ARF) — (440) 234‑2034

Additional Regional Shelters (Near Cuyahoga County)

(Not in Cuyahoga County but commonly used by residents and often have cat programs)

  • Rescue Village (Geauga County) — (440) 338‑4819
  • One of a Kind Pet Rescue (Akron) — (330) 865‑6200

Local Animal Control / Wardens (Cuyahoga County Municipalities)

  • City of Brooklyn & Parma Heights Warden — (216) 635‑4291
  • Brook Park Animal Warden — (216) 433‑1300
  • Garfield Heights Animal Warden — (216) 475‑1108
  • Lakewood Animal Shelter — (216) 529‑5020
  • Maple Heights Animal Warden — (216) 587‑9022
  • Middleburg Heights Animal Control — (440) 234‑2216 ext. 1506
  • North Royalton Animal Warden — (440) 237‑0665
  • Olmsted Township Animal Control — (440) 235‑3746
  • Rocky River Animal Control — (440) 331‑0600
  • Strongsville Animal Warden — (440) 238‑5720
  • Westlake Animal Control — (440) 871‑3311
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Rehoming Options

If you are able to temporarily house the cat or kittens, you may also consider posting them through Adopt‑A‑Pet’s Rehome service, which connects you directly with potential adopters.

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DONATING MEDICATION

Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital in Copley, Ohio 330-253-2544 or 330-666-2976
MedWish International (People meds) 1525 E. 31st St, Clev. Ohio Tues-Fri 8:30 to 4:30

We are not able to accept prescribed pet medications. Regulations and guidelines around accepting pet medication donations are typically put in place to ensure safety, quality, and proper handling. Medication, especially for pets, needs to be managed carefully to avoid any potential harm.

Cleveland Animal Protective League (APL)
1729 Willey Ave. Cleveland, OH 44113
(216) 255-5022
Clinic Hours: MTWF 10 am – 5 pm, Thurs 11 am – 5 pm
Cleveland APL Community Pet Clinic

Cleveland APL Trap-Neuter-Return Program
1729 Willey Ave. Cleveland, OH 44113
(216) 377-1624
By Appointment Only
Cleveland APL Trap-Neuter-Return Program

Neighborhood Pets Cleveland
3717 E 65th St. Cleveland, OH 44105
(216) 505-5853
By Appointment Only
Neighborhood Pets Cleveland Wellness Clinic

Vetco
Vaccination Clinic by Petco
Vetco Vaccination Clinics in Cleveland

Prefix Northeast Ohio
885 E. 222nd St., Euclid, OH 44123
(216) 732-7040
Clinic Hours:  Mon-Fri 7:30am – 4:30pm
Prefix Northeast Ohio

Valley Save-a-Pet
Call for Participating Vet Clinics
(440) 232-2287
Valley Save-a-Pet

VIP Petcare
VIP Petcare Clinics in Cleveland

PET FOOD PANTRIES

Neighborhood Pets Cleveland
216-505-5853

My Best Friends Bowl
216-482-0646
(Lakewood)

Paw – Peace for Pets
216-769-6769
(Cleveland)

H.E.L.P – Helping Everyone’s Loving Pet
216-210-5378
(Medina)

Companion Pets of Cleveland
5376 Ridge Road 44129
216-307-7814
(Parma)

Parma Hunger Network (Parma Residents Only)
5280 Broadview Rd 44134
Fri 10-12 Tues 2-4 pm

VETTING ASSISTANCE

These programs are need based.   You must fill out an application and may need to provide financial documentation to qualify.  Each program has their own needs criteria.

Companion Pets of Cleveland
216-307-7814
(Parma)

Humane Society of the United States
http://www.humanesociety.org/resources

Valley Save A  Pet – Ohio
http://www.valleysaveapet.org/programs

Give Pets A Chance – Ohio
http://www.givepetsachance.org

Jake Brady Memorial – Ohio
http://www.myjakebrady.com/memorial_fund.shtml

The Bummer Fund – Ohio
http://www.bummerfund.org

Brown Dog Foundation – National
http://www.browndogfoundation.org

Red Rover – National
http://www.redrover.org

Waggle
https://www.waggle.org

ANIMAL RESCUES

Ferrets Unlimited Rescue Services 216-502-2977

Baby Wildlife – Lake Erie Nature and Science Center

28728 Wolfe Road Bay Village 440-871-2900

Reptiles – Herp’s Alive

South Euclid 216-374-1392

DOG LICENSES

Call 216-443-3513 or 216-443-8155
https://cuyahogadogs.com/en-US/Dog-License-Portal.aspx

EMERGENCY VET CLINICS

Animal ER Clinic West
216-362-6000

Bartels Busack
440-845-7141

Squad FiftyOne
216-375-8294 or 888-510-1152

West Park Animal Hospital
216-252-4500

 

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