Our Mission

To rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome cats in Alaska

Three Guiding Principles

Rescue

We give cats a safe place when they have nowhere else to go.

Rehabilitate

We care for the whole cat — physical health, emotional wellbeing, and behavioral needs.

Rehome

We strive to find a perfect match for each cat.

Our Organization

  • OrganizationAlaska Humane Society Adopt-A-Cat Shelter
  • Type501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization
  • EIN / Tax ID92-0072189
  • Founded1979 (first shelter opened 1988)
  • LocationAnchorage, Alaska
  • Operations100% volunteer-run — no paid staff
  • Modelopen-concept, specialized enclosures

What Makes Us Different

  • Open concept shelter - most of our cats roam freely
  • Specialized rooms for shy cats, new intakes, and cats with special needs
  • Daily feline enrichment and care
  • Veterinary care partnered with VCA Bering Sea Animal Clinic
  • Indoor-only placement policy (catios, strollers, harness training)
  • Post-adoption behavioral support for all adopters