Cats Aid
Dublin, Ireland · 19 animals available
Animals at this shelter
19 animals
How to adopt from Cats Aid
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Find a match
Browse the available animals on this page, save your favourites, and check each animal's profile for personality traits and care needs.
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Get in touch
Use the contact details above — or click "Get contact info" on an animal's page — to reach out to the shelter. Mention which animal you're interested in.
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Application
Most shelters ask for a short written application covering your living situation, prior pet experience, and daily routine. This helps them find the best match for your home.
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Meet & greet
Visit the shelter in person — or arrange a video call for cross-border adoptions — to spend time with your potential new companion.
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Home check
Some shelters carry out a brief home visit or video walkthrough to make sure your space is a safe fit for the animal.
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Adoption day
Sign the adoption contract, pay any applicable adoption fee, and head home with your new family member.
Process and fees vary by shelter — contact Cats Aid directly for specifics.
About
About Cats Aid
Cats Aid is a cat shelter based in Dublin, Ireland. There are currently 19 cats listed for adoption.
The shelter typically takes in a mix of breeds — currently among the residents are Mixed Breed.
The animals currently listed at Cats Aid range in age from about 0 to 14 years old. Most are small.
Adoption process
Adopting from Dublin
Irish shelters require a home check (often phone or video) and an adoption contract. Animals are vaccinated, chipped, and registered. Cross-border placements to mainland Europe require the rabies titer test (TRACES system).
When you find an animal you'd like to meet, contact Cats Aid directly using the website in the sidebar. TailHarbor doesn't take any role in the adoption itself — we just make it easier for you to find the animal in the first place.
For a full breakdown of cross-border adoption requirements from Ireland, see our Ireland import guide.
At a glance
Breeds currently at Cats Aid
Nearby
Other shelters in Ireland
Cats Aid is one of 20+ TailHarbor-listed rescue shelters in Ireland. If you're not finding the right match here, browse these:
- A Dog — Glenmore (22 animals)
- Almost Home Animal Rescue NI — Belfast (92 animals)
- Animal Haven Ireland (2 animals)
- Animals In Need Donegal
- ASH Animal Rescue — Ash Animal Rescue (1 animal)
- Burren Animal Rescue — Tubber (2 animals)
- CDPA Ireland (1 animal)
- Clare Greyhound Sanctuary — Co. Clare (1 animal)
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Cats Aid located?
Cats Aid is in Dublin, Ireland.
How many animals does Cats Aid have available for adoption?
Cats Aid currently has 19 animals listed on TailHarbor. That includes 19 cats. The inventory is refreshed daily from the shelter's own listing system.
How do I adopt an animal from Cats Aid?
Browse the available animals on this page and pick one you'd like to meet. Then contact Cats Aid directly using the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar — Cats Aid handles the adoption process, not TailHarbor. Irish shelters require a home check (often phone or video) and an adoption contract. Animals are vaccinated, chipped, and registered. Cross-border placements to mainland Europe require the rabies titer test (TRACES system).
Can I adopt from Cats Aid if I live in another country?
Yes. Cross-border adoption within the EU is straightforward thanks to the EU pet passport system. The animal needs to be at least 15 weeks old, microchipped to ISO 11784/11785, and have a valid rabies vaccination administered at least 21 days before travel. Cats Aid typically handles the vetting, chipping, and passport. The adopter coordinates the transport — common options include rescue networks (NGO-run road transport), professional pet-transport companies, "flight nannies" (volunteer in-cabin couriers), or self-drive pickups for shelters in neighbouring countries.
Is Cats Aid a verified shelter on TailHarbor?
Cats Aid is listed on TailHarbor based on data scraped from their own website, but TailHarbor has not yet manually verified the shelter's contact details. We recommend confirming details directly with the shelter before travelling for an adoption visit.
What is the adoption fee at Cats Aid?
TailHarbor does not track adoption fees — they vary by animal and by shelter, and are set by Cats Aid directly. Typical fees in Ireland cover the animal's pre-adoption veterinary care (sterilization, vaccinations, microchip, pet passport). Contact Cats Aid via the sidebar details for the exact fee for an animal you're interested in.