Welcome to Friends of Cats!

Friends of Cats is a NO KILL cat shelter and sanctuary center.

We are located in the East County of San Diego. Come visit us!

We are open Tuesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm.

15587 Olde Highway 80, El Cajon, CA 92021 Click HERE for map

Upcoming Event

Friends of Cats 96th Anniversary Fundraiser!

Sunday, March 30, 2025 | 3pm – 5pm

Hosted by Hatfield Creek Winery

Click HERE for details

Now Available – Friends of Cats Merchandise Store on Bonfire
We have added new designs and items to our Bonfire storefront!
Click HERE to check out all the new items!

Ways to Donate items to the shelter:
NEW!! Kuranda Shelter Beds Easy to order, easy to ship. These are easily cleaned so we can make sanitary beds especially in our hospital area. Great Christmas gifts for the kitties in our care!

For the Amazon wish list: After clicking on the link make sure you click “Remember” so the list is added to your friends.

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