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501c3 nonprofit no-kill foster-based cat rescue in Detroit, for Detroit! Finding homes for stray and abandoned cats and connecting caretakers with resources.

11/11/2026

Meet Dutch & Quaid!

This Veterans Day, we’re honoring two little action heroes who are ready to serve up a lifetime of kitten chaos. Meet Dutch and Quaid, a bonded pair of handsome white boys named after Arnold Schwarzenegger’s iconic characters. These two may be small, but they’ve got the energy, confidence, and charisma of a pair of seasoned action stars. Their mission? Find a forever home together and make sure nobody in the household ever has a dull moment again.

Dutch and Quaid are playful, sweet, outgoing, and endlessly entertaining. Every toy is a worthy opponent, every wrestling match is a battle for the ages, and every human is a potential audience for their latest adventure. They're chirpy and chatty, always ready to tell you what they're up to or have a spirited conversation with each other. Their motto? Wrestle all day, cuddle all night.

These boys are looking for an active family ready to keep up with their considerable energy levels and provide the attention, playtime, and affection they crave. They're the kind of duo who will keep you laughing through the day and curl up beside you when the action finally winds down. And since Dutch and Quaid are bonded, they're looking for a forever home together. Consider it a two-for-one deal worthy of an action blockbuster.

If your home is ready for a little adventure, a lot of love, and two ridiculously handsome leading men, Dutch and Quaid are ready for their next mission.

So apply to adopt Dutch and Quaid at the link in our bio!

Males
4 months old
Fixed, vaccinated, FIV/FeLV negative and microchipped
Behavior with cats and dogs - great with other cats; dogs unknown

11/09/2026

Meet Gertie!

Warning: Gertie is a certified little lovebug, and prolonged exposure may result in excessive cuddling, uncontrollable smiling, and a sudden desire to bring home a kitten. This 4-month-old tabby girl has a heart-shaped smudge across her mouth, as if she arrived in this world with a little kiss already stamped on her face. She's sweet, pretty, and ready to steal someone's heart.

Gertie had a rough start in life, growing up in a feral colony off Van D**e and Harper, but you would hardly know it from the affectionate girl she's become. She can be a little shy when meeting someone new, but give her time to warm up and she'll happily settle into your lap for the evening. Once she decides you're her person, expect plenty of cozy company and a whole lot of love.

Don't let that pretty face fool you, though. Gertie may be a feminine little sweetheart, but she takes no guff from her all-male kitten roommates. She's easygoing with the other cats in her foster home and has even decided the family dog isn't so bad after all. Clearly, this lovebug has plenty of room in her heart for everyone.

You know you want to apply for this sweet girl through the link in our bio!

Female
4 months old
Fixed, vaccinated, FIV/FeLV negative and microchipped
Behavior with cats and dogs - good with both with proper introduction

11/08/2026

Meet Drake!

Drake is here to remind you that beauty sleep is important, naps are a way of life, and absolutely nobody should be expected to function before breakfast. This 1-year-old orange-and-white gentleman is a big, mellow sweetheart with a serious appreciation for the finer things in life: a full food bowl, a sunny window, and a long afternoon snooze. He's practically a professional sleeper, and he's not particularly fussy about where he clocks in for the night.

You might find Drake curled up beside you, stretched out in a completely ridiculous position, or passed out somewhere unexpected with his mouth hanging wide open. His favorite pastime, however, is window watching. Give this boy a good view and he'll happily spend hours keeping an eye on the neighborhood, presumably gathering important local gossip between naps.

Drake is a gentle soul who wants to be friends with everyone, whether they're cats, dogs, or humans. He loves affection and curling up on or near his favorite people, though he's perfectly happy waiting patiently for his own dinner rather than begging at yours. He's laid-back and easygoing, but don't let the sleepy reputation fool you. A string toy or a sudden case of the zoomies can bring out his playful side in a hurry.

If you've been looking for a sweet companion to share your windowsill, your couch, and your afternoon nap schedule, Drake is ready to clock in.

So apply for him through the link in our bio!

Male
1 year old
Fixed, vaccinated, FIV/FeLV negative and microchipped
Behavior with cats and dogs - good with both

11/07/2026

Meet Aboha!

Some cats dream of grand adventures. Aboha dreams of a very ordinary day, and honestly, she may be onto something. At 5 months old, this little void girl has perfected the art of finding happiness in life’s quiet routines: a slow morning, a little food, a comfortable place to nap, and absolutely no unnecessary drama.

Aboha is the ideal coffee companion, happily joining you in the morning for the smell before setting off to inspect the furniture and settle in for a peaceful day. She isn't one to demand attention or ask for constant petting. Instead, she'll wait until you're comfortably lost in a book before quietly climbing beside you, offering soft purrs and a little company. Apparently, even the most ordinary days deserve a good reading companion.

She gets along well with other cats and spends much of her time with her little brother. She's also appointed herself the household breakfast supervisor, making sure everyone wakes up on time when it's time to eat. Aboha believes in a simple routine: play, eat, nap, repeat. No grand ambitions required.

If your idea of a perfect day involves a warm cup of coffee, a good book, and a little company from a quiet shadow, Aboha might be your girl.

So apply for her through the link in our bio!

Female
5 months old
Fixed, vaccinated, FIV/FeLV negative and microchipped
Behavior with cats and dogs - good with other cats; dogs unknown

11/06/2026

Meet Ginger Spice!

Spice up your life with the one and only Ginger Spice, also known as Orange Boy! This 4-month-old heartthrob is keeping the beat going with nonstop purrs, an endless appetite for Churu, and the kind of orange-cat energy that cannot be contained. He’s friendly, affectionate, and a little bit bonkers, which means there is never a dull moment when Ginger is around.

His greatest weakness? Ear rubs. Give him a good scratch behind the ears and he’ll lean into your hand so enthusiastically that he practically flops right over. He also has a habit of stealing the spotlight from his sisters, including crashing Baby Spice’s photo shoot because apparently there can only be one star of the show. What was he doing there in the first place? Your guess is as good as ours. Typical orange boy behavior.

Like his Spice Girl sisters, Ginger can be a little skittish around loud noises and sudden movements, but he’s a purr machine who loves greeting people, weaving around legs, and climbing into laps for attention. He may occasionally forget what he was doing halfway through, but he'll never forget where the Churu is.

Ginger is ready to bring some serious girl-power energy (with a little boy-band chaos) to his forever home!

So apply for him through the link in our bio!

Male
4 months old
Fixed, vaccinated, FIV/FeLV negative and microchipped
Behavior with cats and dogs - good with their siblings; dogs unknown

11/05/2026

Meet Baby Spice!

Tell me what you want, what you really, really want! Baby Spice is ready to find her forever home, and this little girl has a whole lot of love waiting beneath her shy exterior. At 4 months old, she may be the last of the Spice Girls to warm up to new people, but once she decided humans were okay, there was no turning back.

Baby can be a little nervous around strangers and loud noises, so she’ll need a family willing to give her time to settle in. Fortunately, she has a serious case of FOMO. The moment she realizes her bandmates are having fun or someone has brought out the Churu, she’ll come wandering out to see what she’s missing. Once she feels safe, she’s an absolute sweetheart who will climb into your lap, rub against your hand, and happily accept all the pets you have to offer.

Her current favorite pastime is her kitten track toy, which she still loves despite having grown a little too big for it. Some things are simply too good to outgrow, and Baby has made her feelings on the matter very clear.

Baby would love a patient family who can help her build confidence, and we'd especially love to see her go home with her sister Sporty. Having a familiar face beside her could make all the difference as she settles into her new life. After all, the Spice Girls are always better together!

So apply for her through the link in our bio!

Female
4 months old
Fixed, vaccinated, FIV/FeLV negative and microchipped
Behavior with cats and dogs - good with their siblings; dogs unknown

11/04/2026

Plot twist! The cats are back at Purrfiction!

Surprise! We’re popping up at Purrfiction this Saturday, November 7th, and bringing along some adorable adoptable faces!

Join Detroit Alley Cats for an afternoon of books, cats, and maybe even a little love at first sight. Who knows? Your next favorite chapter might start with a cat! 🧡

When: Saturday, November 7th | 10am–2pm

Where: Purrfiction Bookstore
1948 Division St, Detroit, MI 48207

11/04/2026

Meet Sporty Spice!

STOP RIGHT NOW, THANK YOU VERY MUCH! Girl power has officially taken over Detroit, and Sporty Spice is ready to spice up your life! This 4-month-old tabby/calico girl is the most outgoing and active of the Spice Girls, with enough energy to keep up with the entire group. She’s a natural-born superstar who loves making friends, getting attention, and keeping everyone on their toes.

Sporty lives up to her name in every possible way. She loves to play, loves to cuddle, and firmly believes these two activities should happen simultaneously. Her favorite pastime is climbing into your lap and attacking the drawstrings on your tracksuit. So if you’ve got your Adidas on, consider yourself warned. Those laces are officially hers.

Like her Spice Girl sisters, Sporty can be a little skittish around loud noises and sudden movements, but she’s a purr machine who will greet you at the door, weave between your legs, and claim your lap the moment you sit down.

Sporty is looking for a forever family ready for plenty of playtime, cuddles, and a whole lot of girl power. If you wanna be her lover, you gotta get with her friends, too!

So apply for her through the link in our bio!

Female
4 months old
Fixed, vaccinated, FIV/FeLV negative and microchipped
Behavior with cats and dogs - good with their siblings; dogs unknown

11/03/2026

Meet Skylar & Rio!

Somewhere between the colorful streets of Rio de Janeiro and the streets of Southwest Detroit, two little stars are looking for their forever home! Meet Skylar and Rio, a bonded pair of 8-month-old kittens who prove that opposites really do make the perfect adventure duo. One is a little more reserved, the other is ready to be everybody’s best friend, but these two are better together.

Skylar is our beautiful little void with a gentle soul. She can be shy at first and prefers to approach you on her own terms, but once she opens up, her sweet personality shines. She likes to be the one making the first move, so let this girl come to you and she'll show you what a sweetheart she is.

Rio, on the other hand, has never met a stranger. This affectionate, outgoing boy greets everyone at the door, loves being held and petted, and seems convinced that every person he meets is his new best friend. He’s playful, social, and always ready to make an entrance!

Together, these two make quite the pair. Skylar brings the quiet charm, Rio brings the party, and both are ready to find a family who will let them be themselves while keeping their little adventure going side by side.

Life is better with a little color, a lot of love, and your very own Rio duo!

Apply to adopt Skylar & Rio at the link in our bio.

Male and Female
8 months old
Fixed, vaccinated, FIV/FeLV negative and microchipped
Behavior with cats and dogs - really loves cats & kids; dogs unknown

11/02/2026

Meet Conan!

What is best in life? To crush your wand toys, see your treat bowl before you, and hear the purrs of your fellow cats! Meet Conan, a 5-month-old black-and-white boy from Cass Corridor who may be small, but he’s got the spirit of a mighty barbarian and the energy of Arnold Schwarzenegger in his prime.

Conan’s daily routine is a tale of many battles. If you’re standing, he’s running. If you’re walking, he’s disappearing into the shadows. If you’ve got a wand toy, he’s ready for combat. Produce treats, and he’ll devour them like a warrior returning from battle. But the moment you sit down, this fearsome little conqueror transforms into a lap-loving sweetheart, begging for kisses like he’s just discovered the softer side of Valhalla.

When night falls, Conan trades his warrior duties for snuggles and purrs, curling up beside you like the loyal companion every legendary hero deserves. He also loves being part of a cat pack, so he’d be thrilled to find a home with feline friends to join him on his many adventures.

He has the courage, the charm, and the cuddles. All he needs now is a forever home worthy of his legend.

So apply to adopt Conan at the link in our bio!

male
5 months old
Fixed, vaccinated, FIV/FeLV negative and microchipped
Behavior with cats and dogs - great with other cats; dogs unknown

Address

Detroit, MI
48227

Website

https://detroitalleycats.org/

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