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Alley Cat Project’s primary mission is to reduce the population of stray cats in Seattle through trap, neuter, and return of feral cats. We spay and neuter feral adult cats, and we foster, socialize and adopt out kittens as well as adult cats who have socialization potential. ACP is 100% volunteer run and foster based, and does not have a physical shelter.
What We Do
Here are some things we do to help Seattle’s feral, stray and abandoned cats:
- Trap, Neuter (or spay), and Return (TNR) feral cats to their colonies. TNR is a humane solution to the problem of unowned free roaming cats.
- Foster friendly cats who were lost or abandoned so that they can be redeemed by an owner or adopted to a new family.
- Socialize semi-friendly kittens and cats so they can be adopted as pets.
- Provide basic medical care, nutritious food, and safe and sanitary conditions to all cats after alteration.
- Alter cats through the services of Feral Cat Spay/Neuter Project (FCSNP).
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Alley Cat Project
Alley Cat Project is a non profit organization run by volunteers working to reduce the cat population through humane solutions such as trap, neuter, return (TNR).
Cats vs. Raccoons:![]()
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🐈 Cats: “Thank you for providing this carefully prepared meal.”![]()
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🦝 Raccoons: “Thank you for providing this carefully prepared meal.”![]()
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The difference? The cats were invited; the raccoons overheard there was a buffet and decided to explore one of our cat traps. 😂![]()
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It’s clear that #HotRaccoonSummer is upon us—and we may have accidentally summoned Jimothy and his extended family. 🦝☀️🍽️![]()
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Thankfully the food bowls were empty and no raccoons were harmed in the making of this video. It’s hard to trap cats without feeding the occasional raccoon along the way, but we do our very best to avoid it!![]()
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#alleycatproject #jimothygram #spayandneuter #adoptdontshop
🐾💛 Happy International Cat Day! 💛🐾![]()
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Today, we’re celebrating everything we love about cats — the purrs, the whiskers, the zoomies, the cuddles, and those big personalities packed into tiny paws. 🐱✨![]()
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But International Cat Day is also a reminder of the countless cats who are still waiting for safety, care, and a place to call home.![]()
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Cat rescue is about more than adoption. It’s also about preventing suffering and helping cats in our communities live healthier, safer lives. That’s why TNR — Trap-Neuter-Return — is such an important part of our mission. 🐾![]()
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By humanely trapping community cats, having them fixed and vaccinated, and returning them to their familiar territory, TNR helps reduce unwanted litters and gives cats a better chance at a healthy life. ❤️![]()
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Whether you adopt, foster, donate, volunteer, or simply share a rescue post, you can make a difference. Because every cat deserves compassion — whether they’re curled up on a couch or living outdoors in a community they know. 🏡🐈![]()
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This International Cat Day, let’s celebrate cats by protecting them, helping them, and giving them the lives they deserve. 💛![]()
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#internationalcatday #alleycatproject #TNR #fosteringsaveslives #catsofseattle
Today’s throwback Thursday post comes from one of our incredible fosters, Alice. She is one of our many foster parents who choose to open their homes to care for and socialize former street cats.![]()
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“Viva was my very first Alley Cat Project foster cat. She was a feral mama cat. After we trapped and spayed her, we returned her to her original site.![]()
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Three or four years later, her caregiver noticed that she had been spending a lot of time hanging out with the construction workers nearby. That’s how she ended up coming to me.![]()
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Viva was 9 years old when she arrived at my home, and she was incredibly shy. She surprised us by finding her forever home after just one month in foster care. She was adopted by someone who had specifically been looking for a black, senior cat. Today, Viva is living her best life as the only cat in the home, completely spoiled with love.” 🥹❤️🙏![]()
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Here’s to second chances, full bellies, cozy naps, and a lifetime of love.![]()
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#throwbackthursday #adoptdontshop #alleycatproject #fosteringsaveslives
👅 🐾 Happy tongue-out Tuesday from some of the kitties cared for by our amazing foster parents! ![]()
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Our goal with fostering is simple: to give every cat a safe, happy, and loving life while they wait for their forever home. Watching them relax, groom one another, and let their personalities shine is one of the greatest rewards.![]()
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These silly tongues and sweet moments remind us just how special rescue cats are. If you’re looking to welcome a new feline friend into your family, we’d love to help you find your perfect match. 🏡🐾![]()
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#TongueOutTuesday #Blep #FosterCats #AdoptDontShop #AlleyCatProject
🐾 Foster’s Pawrents Needed! 🐾 We’re seeking compassionate, patient foster homes for shy and sometimes spicy cats and kittens. Our rescue specializes in helping stray cats learn to trust and thrive in loving environments.![]()
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We support fosters with food, supplies, and cover medical expenses for cats while in care. If you’ve got a quiet space and spare time, please consider volunteering with us! 🐈⬛![]()
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Visit the link in our bio or comment “volunteer” to apply today!
Millie was found next to an ancient can of Miller High Life™️ that managed to tag along with her to her foster moms home. Why was this beautiful kitten all alone with a can of beer??? She’s clearly underage! ![]()
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Millie is now in a safe & clean home, getting all her medical treatments completed and getting adoption ready. Be sure to check out our Petfinder page (link in bio) to see all the cats & kittens that are currently up for adoption 🐈❤️