The Cats Meow in Anacortes, Washington
About The Cats Meow
The Cats Meow is an animal shelter in Anacortes, Skagit County, Washington. Its name and records point to a focus on cats. It is registered with the IRS as a tax-exempt organization, recognized in 2004. The nearest other listed shelter or rescue is Humane Society of Skagit Valley, about 12 mi away.
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48.51900, -122.60970
What The Cats Meow does
- Pet adoption Not available
- Accepts owner surrenders Not available
- Lost and found pets Not available
- Foster program Not available
- Volunteer program Not available
- Spay and neuter clinic Not available
- Vaccination clinic Not available
- Microchipping Not available
- No-kill (stated) Not available
- Wheelchair accessible Not available
- Dogs Not available
- Cats Yes
- Rabbits and small animals Not available
- Birds Not available
- Reptiles Not available
- Horses Not available
- Farm animals Not available
- Wildlife Not available
Nearby shelters and rescues
- Humane Society of Skagit Valley18841 Kelleher Rd, Burlington, WAHumane society12 mi
- Humane Society Of Skagit Vly18911 Kelleher Rd, Burlington, WAHumane society13 mi
- Saving One Pets One at a Time320 South Spruce Street, Burlington, WAAnimal shelter13 mi
- Humane Society Thrift Shop525 E College Way Ste G, Mount Vernon, WAHumane society14 mi
- Lopez Animal Protection Society210 Lopez Rd, Lopez Island, WAAnimal shelter14 mi
- Animal Care Center1005 E College Way, Mt Vernon, WAAnimal shelter14 mi
- Animal Control1805 Continental Pl, Mount Vernon, WAAnimal control14 mi
- WAIF Cat Adoption CenterOak Harbor, WAAnimal shelter15 mi
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Where is The Cats Meow located?
The Cats Meow is at 803 4th St, Anacortes, WA 98221 in Skagit County.
What are the hours of The Cats Meow?
No opening hours are on record. Call at (360) 588-9900 or check its website before visiting; many shelters keep separate hours for adoptions, intake and lost-pet searches.
How do I adopt from The Cats Meow?
Start on meowanacortes.org, where most shelters and rescues list their adoptable animals and application form. Expect an application, a meeting with the animal and an adoption fee, which usually covers spay or neuter surgery, first vaccinations and a microchip.
Can I surrender a pet to The Cats Meow?
Call the shelter before you bring an animal in. Many shelters and most rescues take owner surrenders by appointment only, some charge a surrender fee, and some keep a waiting list. Ask whether they offer a rehoming program or pet food and vet assistance first; many surrenders can be avoided with short-term help. The municipal animal control shelter is usually required to accept animals from residents of its city or county.
Are donations to The Cats Meow tax-deductible?
The Cats Meow matches an IRS record for a tax-exempt animal welfare organization (EIN 20-0704049), with reported annual revenue of about $342,615. Donations to 501(c)(3) charities are usually tax-deductible; ask the organization for a receipt. Many shelters also post a wish list of supplies they need.
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