SAFE Haven for Cats

SAFE Haven for Cats SAFE Haven for Cats is a 501(c)(3) non-profit no-kill animal shelter and low-cost spay/neuter clinic. That's it.
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SAFE Haven is Raleigh’s No Kill shelter and the only one exclusively for cats and kittens. SAFE Haven is a limited-access shelter; as one cat or kitten is adopted, another is rescued. While waiting for a space, cats are placed on a waiting list. The average length of stay for a cat at the shelter is 8 weeks. All cats adopted from SAFE Haven are sterilized prior to adoption and can never reproduce


We believe...

Every cat has value and deserves a chance for a permanent home. You should only euthanize cats that are too ill or injured to recover. Unless a cat can't recover we consider it adoptable and will work hard to find a home for it and always do! If euthanasia is necessary it is by lethal injection only. In Trap/Neuter/Return and committed through our own low cost spay and neuter clinic to sterilizing as many feral as well as stray cats and personal pets in our community as we can. In treating all cats in our shelter and make decisions for them the same way we do our own personal pets at home. No time limits are imposed on the process of restoring a cat or kitten to well being.

Hi, I’m Hematite, a 1-year-old grey cat with a heart as solid as my name and eyes that sparkle like, well… me. 😸 I’ve go...
07/19/2025

Hi, I’m Hematite, a 1-year-old grey cat with a heart as solid as my name and eyes that sparkle like, well… me. 😸 I’ve got the sleek fur, the quiet charm, and just enough mischief to keep life interesting.

I’m looking for someone who appreciates a cool cat with a soft side. I’ll be your shadow, your snuggle buddy, your little grey good luck charm. Come meet me at SAFE Haven for Cats because I’m ready to find my forever.

🔗https://www.safehavenforcats.org/adopt/meet-the-cats/adopt-me/?animal_id=16233&cat_name=Hematite

Planning a weekend visit to SAFE Haven? Saturday & Sunday adoptions are by appointment only to give you more one-on-one ...
07/18/2025

Planning a weekend visit to SAFE Haven? Saturday & Sunday adoptions are by appointment only to give you more one-on-one time with our cats (and staff!).

Adopting a cat should be joyful—not rushed—and this new system helps us make every match a purr-fect one.

🔗 Fill out our adoption interest survey, and we’ll email you a link to schedule your visit: https://www.safehavenforcats.org/adopt/plan-your-visit/

Hi there! I'm Agetha, but my bestie human friends here at SAFE Haven like to call me "Aggie"! I've been a SAFE Haven ki...
07/17/2025

Hi there! I'm Agetha, but my bestie human friends here at SAFE Haven like to call me "Aggie"! I've been a SAFE Haven kitty since February 2025. When I arrived, the caring staff discovered that I had some hip issues that required surgery. I'm grateful that the outstanding medical staff was able to treat my issues and provide physical therapy for me in a loving foster home. It's now time for me to find my forever home, and I can't wait to find out if you and I are a great fit!

I'm a sassy gal with lots of opinions, which I will be very vocal about sharing with you. I lived with another cat during my surgery recovery, so I am good to go if coming home with you means I get to have a kitty friend to play with as well. Sometimes, I will even let you put a leash or harness on me to take me for short walks, but only if I'm in the mood. I mean, I AM a cat after all, and we all know that it's a feline's world...we just let you live in it...and feed us...and give us scritches...and cuddles...you get my point. 😺

Come visit me today and let's figure out if we are a good fit for each other!

🔗https://www.safehavenforcats.org/adopt/meet-the-cats/adopt-me/?animal_id=15950&cat_name=Agetha

The amazing AlpacaSews created these cute plushies modeled on SAFE Haven cats, and now you can take one home! She genero...
07/17/2025

The amazing AlpacaSews created these cute plushies modeled on SAFE Haven cats, and now you can take one home! She generously donated a limited supply that are available only at the shelter for $30. Pop by during open hours and get yours while supplies last! Each plushie helps real cats get the love and care they deserve.

Missing a pet? Losing a beloved pet is a horrible ordeal. Here are some ways to make sure you and your pet are reunited....
07/16/2025

Missing a pet? Losing a beloved pet is a horrible ordeal. Here are some ways to make sure you and your pet are reunited.

Found a cat? Here’s how to help:https://www.safehavenforcats.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Think-LOST-Not-STRAY.pdf

Hi hi! I’m Crickette, a soft-spoken sweetheart with a lot to say once I feel safe. I love other cats. Like, really love ...
07/15/2025

Hi hi! I’m Crickette, a soft-spoken sweetheart with a lot to say once I feel safe. I love other cats. Like, really love them. I cry when I’m not near a furry friend, so I’d be happiest in a home with a buddy to snuggle and chat with. I might be a little shy at first, but give me time, and I’ll be rubbing against your legs and melting into your back scratches.

If you’re patient, gentle, and have room in your heart (and home) for a cat who just wants to belong, I’m your girl. Come meet me at SAFE Haven because I’m ready to find my forever best friend(s)!

🐾 https://www.safehavenforcats.org/adopt/meet-the-cats/adopt-me/?animal_id=16241&cat_name=Crickette

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Raleigh, NC

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 5pm
Wednesday 11am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 8pm
Friday 11am - 8pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm
Sunday 11am - 5pm

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+19198727233

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SAFE Haven is Raleigh’s premiere no-kill shelter and the only one exclusively for cats and kittens. Our mission is to ensure the well-being of every cat through adoption, affordable spay/neuter services, community outreach and adherence to no-kill principles.

We are a limited-access shelter: as one cat or kitten is adopted, another is rescued. While waiting for a space, cats are placed on a waiting list. The average length of stay for a cat at the shelter is 4 weeks.

We believe...


  • Every cat has value and deserves a chance for a permanent home.