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ORCA - Organization for Responsible Care of Animals

ORCA'S primary goal is to rescue any ill, injured, or in-distress animal, in Lancaster County. This is why donations are so VITALLY important.

It is the purpose of ORCA to respond 24 hours a day to emergencies, and to provide support to police, fire, and other emergency personnel when they are dealing with situations that involve animals. ORCA does not routinely handle healthy stray animals and wildlife, nor does it routinely shelter animals. Please bear in mind that ORCA is currently the ONLY group in Lancaster County that provides emer

gency services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year to help our area animals, free of charge!! If you would like to send us a monetary donation, please check out our website. We also routinely update our Amazon Wish-List with our currents needs for the office. If you would like to drop it off personally, please call our hotline to set up a time to do so. Amazon Wish-List
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1XRAP0DM21WVW?ref_=wl_dp_view_your_list

08/08/2025

Meet Defendant!

Defendant came to us with a large wound on the side of his dead, near his ear. The wound quickly healed and he is perfectly healthy! Defendant is very sweet and lovey. He is still a little shy sometimes, but is warming up quickly, and so far has LOVED his time at the cat cafe! He does very well with other cats, and has not been around dogs, but with his laidback personality, we believe he would do well with them. He also loves to play. Defendant is approx. 1 year old, fully vaccinated and neutered.
(Meet me at Lancatster Cat Cafe!)

If you are interested in adopting Defendant, please fill out the adoption application on our website: https://www.orcarescue.org/adoptable-pets

07/30/2025

Oh no‼️

We’re VERY low on flea treatment, adult dry cat food, and Imuquin immune support for our kittens and cats! We’re still in the thick of busy season and are treating many sick animals still. We need your support!

If you’re able, any donations can help. THANK YOU!

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1XRAP0DM21WVW?ref_=wl_share&fbclid=IwQ0xDSwL3K0xleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHoEf6ILhQHXxn8up9oSTml6HO89bS-ZPnzXyoegZ9Ahks7Krd8DlG5aBvd03_aem_bUSVl9P5oRvoUkTOFALmlA

07/27/2025

UPDATE! Matilda has been adopted!🩵

Meet Matilda!

Matilda came to us when it was claimed she was vomiting blood. Other than her being slightly malnourished and dehydrated, she was perfectly healthy. Matilda ended up watching over a couple of young kittens that came in soon after her. She loves to care for the younger cats at the office still. She is very sweet and lovey to staff members, but she is the boss when it comes to the other cats. She isn’t aggressive but she will put someone on her place if she feels like she needs to! Matilda would do fine with other cats and dogs, but they might get bopped on the head occasionally. Matilda is approx. 2 years old, spayed and fully vaccinated.

If you are interested in adopting Matilda, please fill out the adoption application on our website: https://www.orcarescue.org/adoptable-petsn a

07/24/2025

Meet Wilson!

Wilson came to us with a leg injury. It turned out to only be a sprain and with some cage rest, he healed perfectly fine. Wilson is very lovey and loves attention. He would get on staff members laps all day if he could! He is quiet and laid back when he isn’t looking for pets. Wilson is good with other cats and has been around small dogs and has done well with them. Wilson is approx. 2 years old, neutered and fully vaccinated.

If you are interested in adopting Wilson, please fill out the adoption application on our website: https://www.orcarescue.org/adoptable-pets

07/21/2025

We're now on Instagram! Give use follow to see updates and reels of our adoptable animals.

https://www.instagram.com/orca.lancaster?igsh=dTN2YWJ2NWl1NGhk&utm_source=qr

07/19/2025

We're hiring!

We have a full time, second shift (3pm-11pm), position opening up on our Animal Emergency Response team! Animal handling experience is preferred.

To apply, or learn more, please visit our website: https://www.orcarescue.org/join-our-team

07/15/2025

EXCITING NEWS!!

We are so thrilled to share that we are now partnering with Lancatster Cat Cafe! Today, we dropped off 3 of our cats to the cafe! Chester (white&orange), Marble (grey tiger), and Autumn (grey tortie).

We are so happy to have a spot where people can meet with some our cats, since it can be tricky getting meet & greets scheduled at our regular office! We know they are in the best hands with Jax, and luckily we’re only a couple of blocks away. We can’t wait for you all to meet them and maybe find a new family member! We’ve also had a great time connecting with Columbia Animal Shelter now that some of our cats are sharing a space.

So go get some coffee, support a local business and hang out with our cats! Tag us in your photos, we’d love to see any pictures from your visit!🩵

07/14/2025

We have the best supporters! THANK YOU!🩵

07/10/2025

IT'S AMAZON PRIME WEEK!

We just checked out wishlist and so many of the items we need are on SALE! If you're able, we would appreciate any items you can send our way!

Our most needed current supplies are cat litter, wet & dry kitten food, paper towels, adult dry cat food and bleach tablets.
THANK YOU!

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1XRAP0DM21WVW?ref_=wl_share

07/07/2025

Meet Bruno!

Bruno came to us with a reported broken leg. He was examined at our vet and monitored at our office and he has had no leg issues. Bruno has been very timid since he came to us, but he is slowly opening up! He likes pets and scratched behind his ears. He also loves to sit in the windows and watch everything. He does very well with the other cats. Bruno is shy and will need someone to give him time to open up! He would most likely prefer a quieter home. Bruno is approx. 2 years old, fully vaccinated and neutered.

If you are interested in adopting Bruno, please fill out the adoption application on our website: https://www.orcarescue.org/adoptable-pets

07/04/2025

Happy 4th of July!
We hope you have a safe holiday with your loved ones.

07/02/2025

Meet Buddy!

Buddy came to us with a large wound on his neck. He is slowly healing, which we then figured out is because he is FIV positive. FIV is very similar to HIV in humans, cats still live long healthy lives living with FIV. Buddy is a sweet boy who likes attention. He can be iffy with other cats, at least other male cats, he still has some “dominate male” tendencies from when he lived outside. He has done well around females. Buddy usually just finds a quiet spot to hang out and keep an eye on everything. He loves pets from the staff and is overall a chill boy. Buddy is fully vaccinated, neutered, and approx. 3 years old.

If you are interested in adopting Buddy, please fill out the adoption application on our website: https://www.orcarescue.org/adoptable-pets

Address

401 E Orange Street
Lancaster, PA
17602

Website

http://www.orcarescue.org/

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