Caring for stray cats in the Oberlin, OH community.

Each cat and kitten is nourished to optimal health.

All our kittens learn the ABCs of play: agility, balance, and cuteness.

Your donation could save a life like mine.

Each cat and kitten is nourished to optimal health.

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ADVOCATES FOR CATS IN NEED

With the help of volunteers, we work to improve the lives of feral and stray cats, and find homes for those that can be tamed in the Oberlin, Ohio community. We strive to keep feral cat populations under control through a system of trapping,

neutering, and returning (TNR) local cats to their original locations.

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Depending on demand, CATSS handles 160 - 220 cats and kittens each year. That's a lot of cats and kittens who aren't lost, homeless, or living their lives birthing litter after litter on the streets of Oberlin. Aside from the ferals we TNR, we help tame strays who are either abandoned or lost to find homes.

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You can make a a difference by making a donation! 98.7% of funds raised goes directly to program expenses.

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GET INVOLVED!

VOLUNTEER

We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers willing to care for our kittens and cats.
We have a variety of positions to fill.

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FOSTER

Open your home to our kittens, cats, or other animals in need. The extra care gives our animals a second chance at finding a loving home.

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FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS!

Check out the CATSS Facebook page & Ginko Kittens page to stay updated on new kitten and cat arrivals, events, and adoption opportunities!

Mars, Mimi, and Maple are purrfect angels 😻😻😻. All are fixed, vaccinated, and FIV/FeLV negative. Stop in at First Church open hours, between 2 and 4pm on Sunday and between 1 and 4pm during the week, to play with them, and contact catssoberlin@gmail.com if you’re interested in adoption!

Otto is a gentle, loving grey and white kitten who adores playtime and cuddles. Otto loves to explore and chase his favorite toys. He would be a perfect fit for someone looking for a sweet and affectionate companion. He is fixed, vaccinated, and FIV/FeLV negative. Contact catssoberlin@gmail.com to meet him.

Johnny is a friendly and laid-back cat who will instantly win your heart. Found as a stray, he's got a big appetite and an even bigger personality! This sweet, vocal boy loves to chat and will happily join in on conversations with you. Johnny gets along wonderfully with other cats and enjoys playful moments, but he's also content lounging around and relaxing by your side. His calm, curious nature makes him a perfect fit for any home. If you're looking for a chill, affectionate companion with a playful side, Johnny is your guy! Johnny is fixed, vaccinated, and FIV/FeLV negative. Contact catssoberlin@gmail.com to meet him.

Obie is a sweet, playful grey and white kitten with a heart full of love! He’s always up for an adventure, whether it’s chasing toys, pouncing around the room, or snuggling up in your lap for a cozy nap. He is fixed, vaccinated, and FIV/FeLV negative. Contact catssoberlin@gmail.com to meet him!

Meet Opal, an adorable light grey stripey kitten with a big personality! Opal is extremely playful and loves to explore every corner of her space. She’ll keep you entertained with her playful antics and energy, but when she’s ready for snuggles, she’ll let you know! This sweet girl loves attention and will happily curl up in your lap for a cozy nap. Opal would make the perfect companion for someone looking for a fun and affectionate new best friend! She is fixed, vaccinated, and FIV/FeLV negative. Contact catssoberlin@gmail.com to meet her!

McGonagall is a sweet and gentle soul looking for a patient and loving forever home. She was a stray who gave birth to eight(!) kittens, but now she is enjoying the indoor, post-spay life. She may be a bit timid at first, but once she feels safe, you'll discover her friendly and affectionate nature. She absolutely adores catnip and will happily munch on treats right from your hand! McGonagall is also quite the chatterbox, always ready to share her thoughts with a soft meow. If you're looking for a quiet, loving companion who enjoys a calm environment, McGonagall is the perfect fit. She's ready to bring warmth and love into her new home! McGonagall is fixed, vaccinated, and FIV/FeLV negative. Contact catssoberlin@gmail.com to meet her.

BIG NEWS: we’re having open hours at our adult facility. You can visit Reggie and the other wonderful Lincoln cats on Saturday from 1-4pm and Sunday from 2-4pm!

Prospective adopters, volunteers, and fosters are especially welcome, as are donations (of supplies or funds)!

Happy Friday from Jenny! Foster parent wanted to update everyone with a series of adorable photos. Each one shows how much Jenny loves spending time with her human. Did you know exposing the belly may be an invitation for belly rubs. Another fun fact: black and white cats are often called "Moo kitties". There are so many exciting moments with this charming kitty.
Jenny is UTD on her vetting, has been fixed and is just waiting to find that special forever family. Contact CATSS and ask to meet this charming

Happy Gotcha Day for Dallas! We couldn't be happier to see Dallas has found their forever home. Please join everyone at CATSS in wishing them a most joyous life together.

Meet the kings of Lincoln Street….

Reggie 🐈‍⬛ and Johnny 🐈

Although it is debatable who exactly is in power, these two hefty boys will be very glad to welcome you to the shelter. First greeted by Reggie’s crisp morning acknowledgements accompanied by a gentle and whiskery head tilt, not soon after you will be met with the somewhat aggressive counteractive demands of Johnny… who also possesses a few extra pounds (therefore a power advantage).

While they may not agree on who gets a treat first, they both agree on the amount of love they give for humans. These two kitties are absolute suckers for treats, high surfaces, exploring, and a nice warm cuddle. It is worth mentioning that Reggie does not care for personal space as much as Johnny will protect his. Needless to say, these two cats have some of the strongest personalities you’ll ever meet—and they shouldn’t be kept away from the world in a shelter.

Give them some loving! If you want to come an elect your king (to bring HOME🥰🫶) dm or email us at catssoberlin@gmail.com to set up an appointment.

ATTENTION!!!!!

There are so many of us 🙀 So many kittens that will cuddle, play, and of course—soil laundry… Frequently…

So we are in search of a brave ambassador to take all of our dirty (and beloved) blankies/aprons/toys to the Oberlin Laundromat and wash our lil things! (Of course, CATSS would be compensating for detergent and laundromat fees) This way we can all enjoy our lives as kittens without worrying about… wait a minute… who just took another dookie 💩?!!!?!

All of our community’s efforts are greatly appreciated and we’d love to see you give more to the evergrowing kitten community. Much love to our CATSS givers and helpers ❣️ Without you, we wouldn’t be able to help our paws, claws, and our cause 🐾

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We have had 12 cats fixed in the last eight days!!!

This means two things:

1) We have a bunch of wonderful cats and kittens ready and raring to be adopted! Contact catssoberlin@gmail.com to learn more.

2) We have a lot of vet bills! Each cat cost us between $55 and $110 to get fixed and up to date on vetting. If you are in a position to contribute toward these bills, we would be very grateful! More info at catssoberlin.org/donate

Pictured: McGonnagal, a route 58 stray and mom to eight(!) kittens, post-op

FOUND: friendly brown tabby cat, spending time under a temporary trailer on North Professor street in Oberlin. If you know this cat, please contact us, here or at catssoberlin@gmail.com!

CATSS Cares offers basic vet care and supplies to low-income cat owners in our community. If you or someone you know could benefit from this program, fill out an application at this link: https://forms.gle/9h6Tv3XMA23dGCWa9

Foster Update: "Holley continues to get the award in the house for the cat that wants the most pets! She waits by the door for us to get home and will stretch up your leg to be pet. Likewise, she will crawl in your lap as soon as you sit down to get more pets, purring the entire time. Her brown eyes and black nose makes this sweet girl stand out. Her sibs have found their forever homes and she continues to wait patiently for hers."
This sweet kitty is all ready for adoption. She's UTD on initial shots, fixed, and tested negative. If she sounds like your ideal mate, give us a call to arrange a meet and greet.

Thanks to our volunteers who took the time to clean up the O litter. These cuties are flea-free (and also FIV/FeLV negative) and will be looking for homes soon!

First church kitten room open hours are everyday this week from 1-4pm! Come say hi!! Volunteers, adopters, fosters, and donations are especially welcome! Note: visitors are only allowed when a trained CATSS volunteer is present.

Beautiful Patches 😻. This girl has the sweetest personality - super affectionate and people-loving. Contact catssoberlin@gmail.com to meet her!

Are you a college student missing your pets? Or maybe just looking for a fuzzy friend to add to your family? Thanks to our amazing volunteers, we are able to have open hours everyday! Located at the First Chruch in Oberlin, everyday from 1-4pm until the end of September*.

*Subject to change, please follow this account for any updates or changes.

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Both of these sweet, adoptable boys are so ready to be your new bff!! They are chill, cat-friendly, and fixed and they love people. Contact catssoberlin@gmail.com!

Announcement: Mimi and Maple are getting fixed today, and the O litter is on quarantine still, so those headed to First Church open hours today, and for the next week or so while they heal, will have to be satisfied playing with Mars (who was back to purring almost immediately after his neuter on Tuesday 😻).

Thanks to our wonderful student volunteers, we now have open hours at the First Church kitten room every day from 1-4pm! Come visit the cuties from the O litter, who just tested negative for FIV/FeLV!

We are caring for a lot of cats right now and could use a resupply of food! Our cats eat Purina naturals dry food, fancy feast kittens wet food, and any kind of adult wet food. If you want to buy them dinner, check out our Chewy wishlist (link in bio), or bring some to open hours!

“These two. 💜 So sweet. Both enjoy being on the lap. Both are really good with the other— significance, as sometimes young male cats seem to really get into it. But these two are fine together.” Contact catssoberlin@gmail.com and ask about Reggie and Johnny!

There are First Church open hours today, Sunday, from 2-4pm!

MISSING: orange and white long-haired cat with a lion cut, from W. College street, near route 511, in Oberlin.

Want to learn to trap feral cats to get them fixed and vaccinated? We’ll be hosting a training for new TNR volunteers on Saturday at 1 in the Community room at the Oberlin Public library. Hope to see you there!

Johnny, a formerly Oberlin stray and certified good boy. Contact catssoberlin@gmail.com to meet him!

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CATSS

Community Action To Save Strays