Japan Cat Network International

At Japan Cat Network International, we have been helping people help pets for over 20 years.

We are a no-kill shelter providing a high standard of care for our rescue cats.

We prioritize TNR of community cats, animal welfare education, and high-quality adoptions.

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Need help navigating an animal welfare situation?

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These kitties could really use
a loving home.

Our ambition is to find the ideal home for every one of the cats in our care.
Interested in adopting or fostering? Start looking!

View all current rescues

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Patchwork

Kuro

Gohan

Bailey

Noki

Arashi

Belle

Billie

Want to provide loving care to these kitties
in just a few clicks?

We rely on every donation in order to provide life-changing care to every animal that comes our way.
Make a donation today and bring food, shelter, and care to countless lives.

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Sep 24, 2025

Do Your Part For Our Felines

Sep 24, 2025

Many cats living on the streets will become pregnant if they are not already spayed or neutered. That leads to kittens who will be born only to die traumatic deaths afterwards. There is still time to prevent the suffering by starting spay/neuter projects. For this #WiseWednesday, we want to share some tips and resources related to Trap Neuter Return (TNR).

Sep 24, 2025

Aug 20, 2025

Buddy and Poe

Aug 20, 2025

For today’s #WiseWednesday, we have a wonderful story about two cats named Buddy and Poe.

Aug 20, 2025

Jul 3, 2025

Keeping Cats Cool

Jul 3, 2025

Anyone who has ever experienced heat stroke themselves knows how quickly it can sneak up on you. It’s essential during summer months to be sure that cats are kept safe from the impact of soaring temperatures, which quickly escalate health emergencies. Here are 6 tips for keeping cats safe and comfortable over the summer, followed by some extra reading on the topic.

Jul 3, 2025