Working Cats

Working Cats Program

Not every cat is suited to a life on the couch – and that’s where Women’s Animal Center’s Working Cats Program comes in.

Women’s Animal Center occasionally cares for healthy, adoptable cats who simply don’t thrive as traditional house pets. Some are shy or under socialized with people, while others are a bit more feisty or high energy. While they aren’t suited for life indoors, they’re also not equipped to survive completely on their own outdoors.

Our Working Cats Program gives these spirited cats a second chance by placing them in safe, nontraditional environments – barns, warehouses, stables, breweries, workshops, or other facilities – where they can live independent lives while providing natural, eco-friendly pet control.

Why Working Cats?

Working cats are independent by nature and flourish when they have freedom to roam in a secure setting. In return for a comfortable home, they help reduce rodents and pests naturally – a win-win for both cats and property owners. By adopting a working cat, you’re saving a life and gaining a loyal, low-maintenance team member.

What We Provide

When you adopt from Women’s Animal Center, you’ll receive:

  • A healthy, fully vetted cat (or cats) ready for their new environment
  • All cats are spayed or neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, ear tipped, and treated for fleas
  • An independent, low-maintenance addition to your barn, stable, warehouse, or business
  • Educational materials and guidance to help your cats thrive
  • A working cat starter kit that includes materials needed to set your cat up for success.
What You Provide

To ensure your working cats’ health and safety, you’ll need to offer:

  • Shelter: A warm, dry, and secure place protected from the elements
  • Nutrition: Fresh water and daily food (cats can’t live on mice alone – it would take roughly 8 mice a day to meet their caloric needs!)
  • Healthcare: Routine vaccinations, parasite prevention, and medical care if needed
  • Adjustment Period: A short containment phase (2-3 weeks recommended) to help your cat acclimate to their new surroundings
Adoption Details

There is a $10 adoption fee for working cats.

Because cats often form social bonds, adoptions of pairs or small groups are welcome and encouraged, though not required.

Give a working cat a job – and a second chance at life.