Simply Cats

Simply Cats Boise's cageless, no-kill, feline adoption center. Thanks to a very dedicated group of people, the shelter grew and moved into a larger building.

See our adoptable cats here: www.simplycats.org

Simply Cats is Boise, Idaho's no-kill, cageless feline adoption center. Simply Cats got its start (with just six cats!) as Just Strays Animal Foundation, Inc., in a one room office in 1986. In 2006, the name of the organization was changed to Simply Cats Adoption Center to reflect its feline-only animal population. Meanwhile, plans were underway to

construct a brand new state-of the-art adoption center. Thanks to generous donors, the facility was constructed and donated in 2007 and has been our home ever since. Today, Simply Cats Adoption Center shelters over 100 cats and kittens and operates due to the hard work of a small staff and many volunteers. Simply Cats is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization that relies on donations for funding.

Kittens, kittens, and more kittens! Below are just a few of the 29 adorable kittens currently on our adoption floor—and ...
10/29/2025

Kittens, kittens, and more kittens! Below are just a few of the 29 adorable kittens currently on our adoption floor—and we’re not done yet! Seven more will be joining the lineup later this week.

All of our kittens are spayed/neutered, microchipped, dewormed, and tested for FIV/FeLV. You can view our current adoptable kittens here:
simplycats.org/catabase/adoptable-cats/filter-by/all-felinalities/all-sexes/all-ages/all-rooms

Schedule a meet and greet by filling out the "Meet Your Match survey", followed by the "Become a Potential Adopter" form! Get started here: simplycats.org/adopt/adoption-process

Questions about these forms? Call 208.343.7177 or email [email protected] for help.

TWO DAYS LEFT to enter our October Raffle! Hosting Thanksgiving this year? Take a deep breath, pour a glass of wine, and...
10/29/2025

TWO DAYS LEFT to enter our October Raffle! Hosting Thanksgiving this year? Take a deep breath, pour a glass of wine, and let this prize make the holiday hustle a little easier. From prep time to post-feast lounging, it’s got everything you need to keep the day festive, cozy, and perfectly cat-themed.

Plus, 100% of each raffle entry goes toward providing medical care, food, and shelter to cats and kittens in need.

One lucky winner will walk away with....
- Frisco 38” Cat Tree
- Custom Pet Portrait
- Harvest Oval Serving Platter (21” x 17”)
- Lenox Crystal Cat Salt & Pepper Shakers
- Kendall-Jackson 2023 Grand Reserve Chardonnay
- Elegant Wine Glasses
- Season Cookbook
- Measuring Sifter
- Beautiful Homemade Cozy Quilt
- Horsepower Duck Cordless Compact Vacuum
- Adorable Friendsheep Eco Dryer Balls
- Temptations Treats
- Cat Toys

Don't miss your chance—the raffle closes this Friday, October 31 at 11:59 PM. The winner will be announced the following week on Facebook Live.

Enter Raffle: simplycats.org/how-to-help/monthly-raffle

10/28/2025

Join us in drawing our Halloween Flash Raffle! Drum roll please…. 🥁 the lucky winner is…..

Thank mew so much to everyone who joined us for our Halloween Open House! 🧡😺 We had such a wonderful time and loved gett...
10/28/2025

Thank mew so much to everyone who joined us for our Halloween Open House! 🧡😺 We had such a wonderful time and loved getting to meet the amazing cat-loving community that makes our rescue work possible.

A special thank-you goes out to our event sponsors, SRA 831b Admin and Lash In A Flash, for helping make this event such a success. Their generous support provided our refreshment table and Adopt a Plush Kitty supplies.

We’re so grateful for our community—and we hope you’ll show some love to these local businesses for supporting Simply Cats. Be sure to keep an eye out for details about our next open house coming up in December!

Happy National Black Cat Day! 🐈‍⬛🖤 Today we celebrate the sleek, mysterious, and utterly lovable black cats who so often...
10/27/2025

Happy National Black Cat Day! 🐈‍⬛🖤 Today we celebrate the sleek, mysterious, and utterly lovable black cats who so often get overlooked in shelters.

This special day was created by Cats Protection in the UK to raise awareness about the low adoption rates for black cats. Despite their charm, many are passed by because of lingering superstitions or because their beautiful dark coats make it harder for their features to stand out in photos.

But anyone who’s shared their home with a black cat knows they’re pure magic—playful, loyal, and full of personality.

If your home is graced with a black cat, share their photo in the comments below—we’d love to see them!

It’s hard to understand why anyone would abandon animals. But that’s what happened to Acorn and Sprocket. Left behind in...
10/24/2025

It’s hard to understand why anyone would abandon animals. But that’s what happened to Acorn and Sprocket. Left behind in Weiser, these two best friends were rescued and brought to Simply Cats to find a better life.

They’ve been with us since January—over nine months now—because shy cats like them are often overlooked. When they first arrived, they were absolutely terrified, bolting to hide whenever someone entered their room. But with time, patience, and the help of our dedicated enrichment volunteers, they’ve learned that people can be kind and that love feels good.

Sprocket, who you once could hardly pet, is now a completely different cat. He leans into affection, rubs against your legs, and asks for pets with gentle confidence. Acorn has always been his brave anchor—showing him that the world isn’t so scary after all—and she loves her head scritches. Together, they’ve made incredible progress and continue to grow braver every day.

You’ll often find them playing with wand toys or hunting bugs in the catio. They love watching birds and squirrels and find dripping sink water endlessly amusing. Both have the cutest little bent tails—Sprocket’s is pictured below! Once they warm up (hint: Churu lickables are their weakness!), they’re the sweetest, most loving pair.

They do wonderfully with other cats and could adjust to a respectful dog with patience and slow introductions. And thanks to a kind volunteer, both of their adoption fees have already been paid for to help them find the home they deserve.

If you could be the one to give Acorn and Sprocket the calm, loving home they’ve been waiting for, they’re ready to show just how much love they have to give.

If adoption isn’t possible, please share this post to help them find the home they’ve been waiting so long for. ❤

1-year-olds, Adoption Room 7

Fill out an adoption application today to schedule a meet and greet. Get started here: simplycats.org/adopt/adoption-process

There's nothing spooky about these black cats—unless spooky means adorable, playful, and sweet. Winston and Tigger have ...
10/22/2025

There's nothing spooky about these black cats—unless spooky means adorable, playful, and sweet. Winston and Tigger have been patiently waiting for their turn to be chosen since July, growing from tiny tots into the most charming teen duo.

Sure, kittens are cute and fun, but these two were kittens once too—and they’re just as loving, playful, and ready to fill your home with purrs. Plus, black goes with everything!

Tigger is the ultimate lap cat, perfectly content to spend hours curled up with you, purring like she never wants to leave. Winston is the more adventurous brother, often busy with his favorite feather wand or watching his “live cat TV” from the catio as the birds put on a show. Once he’s had his fun, he’s happy to relax next to his person or his sister for some affection.

Both cats are confident, cuddly, and even comfortable being held like babies. They’ll happily let you rub their bellies and are especially vocal when it’s mealtime or when Churu treats make an appearance.

With the cold months rolling in, Winston and Tigger would love nothing more than to be your warm, cozy companions. Sweet, playful, and full of charm, this perfect pair is ready to fill your home (and your lap) with love all winter long—and beyond.

6-month-olds, Adoption Room 7

Fill out the "Meet Your Match survey", followed by the "Become a Potential Adopter" form! Get started here: simplycats.org/adopt/adoption-process

Questions about these forms? Call 208.343.7177 or email [email protected] for help.

Psst… black cat fans, your time has come! 🎃🐈‍⬛ Our Halloween Flash Raffle is here, and it’s overflowing with everything ...
10/22/2025

Psst… black cat fans, your time has come! 🎃🐈‍⬛ Our Halloween Flash Raffle is here, and it’s overflowing with everything we love about spooky season—cats, candy, and a touch of magic.

One lucky winner will walk away with.....
- It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown movie
- Glow-in-the-dark Ghostie Cat crinkle mat
- Ceramic skeleton cauldron bowl with candy
- Glowing cat night light (USB-powered)
- Frankenstein and Mummy treat jars
- Velvet Noir black cat figurine
- Hello Fall Welcome garden flag
- Plastic cauldron candy bowl
- Stupid Deaths board game
- Black cat coin bank
- Cabaret cape cat costume
- Resin cat hanging décor
- Black cats blanket
- Cat toys and treats
- T-shirt (size large)
- Handmade Earrings
- Kitchen towels
- Window clings

Proceeds help provide medical care, food, and shelter to cats and kittens in need. Raffle closes on Friday, October 24 at 11:59 PM. The winner will be drawn Tuesday, October 28 on Facebook Live.

Enter today for as little as $5:
simplycats.org/how-to-help/halloween-flash-raffle

Join us at Northwest Pets’ annual parking lot event and pet costume contest! 🎃Admission is free, and there will be plent...
10/20/2025

Join us at Northwest Pets’ annual parking lot event and pet costume contest! 🎃

Admission is free, and there will be plenty of fun activities for everyone to enjoy — adorable pets (and their humans) in costumes, local vendors, food, coffee, games, and more.

We’ll have a table set up, so stop by and say hello this Saturday, October 25, from 10 AM to 1 PM. We’d love to see you there!

Halloween Flash Raffle! 🎃🐈‍⬛Get ready for a frightfully fun surprise filled with cats, candy, and a touch of spooky char...
10/18/2025

Halloween Flash Raffle! 🎃🐈‍⬛

Get ready for a frightfully fun surprise filled with cats, candy, and a touch of spooky charm. This bundle is guaranteed to cast a spell on any Halloween lover! By entering for as little as $5, you could win everything you need for a howling good time.

Includes:
- It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown movie
- Pumpkin tin bucket filled with cat toys and treats
- Glow-in-the-dark Ghostie Cat crinkle mat
- Ceramic skeleton cauldron bowl with candy
- Glowing cat night light (USB-powered)
- Frankenstein and Mummy treat jars
- Velvet Noir black cat figurine
- Hello Fall Welcome garden flag
- Plastic cauldron candy bowl
- Stupid Deaths board game
- Black cat coin bank
- Cabaret cape cat costume
- Resin cat hanging décor
- Kitchen towels
- Window clings

Proceeds help provide medical care, food, and shelter to cats and kittens in need. Raffle closes on Friday, October 24 at 11:59 PM. The winner will be drawn Tuesday, October 28 on Facebook Live.

Enter Today: simplycats.org/how-to-help/halloween-flash-raffle

Join us if you dare for a spooktacular time at our Halloween Open House! 👻All ages are welcome to this family-friendly e...
10/18/2025

Join us if you dare for a spooktacular time at our Halloween Open House! 👻

All ages are welcome to this family-friendly event filled with feline fun, sweet treats, and plenty of meowgical moments—it’s going to be our best open house yet!

For a $5 entry fee, guests can experience:
✨ Endless kitty cuddles
✨ Enter raffles to win prizes
✨ Eat delicious treats
✨ Meet adorable foster kittens
✨ Activities for the kids
✨ And more!

You can pay the entrance fee at the door or online in advance. Proceeds and donations from the event will help provide food, shelter, and medical care for the cats and kittens in our care.

We look forward to seeing you! Learn more about the Open House here: simplycats.org/events/open-house

Address

2833 S Victory View Way
Boise, ID
83709

Opening Hours

Tuesday 12pm - 5pm
Wednesday 12pm - 5pm
Thursday 12pm - 6pm
Friday 12pm - 5pm
Saturday 12pm - 5pm

Telephone

+12083437177

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See our adoptable cats here: www.simplycats.org Simply Cats is Boise, Idaho's no-kill, cageless feline adoption center. What does it mean to be “cageless”? It means you can walk into our beautiful facility and enter any of our 13 separate cat rooms, where cats and kittens are socialized together and are free to climb, jump, play and purr to their hearts content. The cats even have outdoor “catios” to watch birds and sleep in the sun. We welcome the public to drop by and visit any time we’re open, whether you’re looking to adopt or just want to spend time snuggling! Simply Cats got its start (with just six cats!) as Just Strays Animal Foundation, Inc., in a one room office in 1986. Thanks to a very dedicated group of people, the shelter grew and moved into a larger building. In 2006, the name of the organization was changed to Simply Cats Adoption Center to reflect its feline-only animal population. Meanwhile, plans were underway to construct a brand new state-of the-art adoption center. Thanks to generous donors, the facility was constructed and donated in 2007 and has been our home ever since. Today, Simply Cats Adoption Center shelters over 100 cats and kittens and operates due to the hard work of a small staff and many volunteers. Simply Cats is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization that relies on donations for funding.