Meowla Charles

Nine Lives is one of Northern California's leading feline welfare organizations, dedicated exclusively to saving cats and kittens through rescue, adoption, affordable veterinary care, and community support.

Founded on the belief that every cat deserves a chance, Nine Lives provides a comprehensive continuum of care that addresses both individual animal welfare and the broader issue of pet overpopulation. Our programs include cat and kitten rescue, foster care, adoption services, high-volume, high-quality spay and neuter, trap-neuter-return (TNR) for community cats, low-cost vaccine clinics, shelter medicine, and advanced medical and specialty surgical care for vulnerable felines.

Operating from our state-of-the-art Furever Home in Redwood City, Nine Lives combines Fear Free® sheltering practices with innovative medical programs to give every cat the best opportunity to thrive. As one of the region's premier feline medical organizations, we partner with municipal shelters, rescue groups, and caregivers across California to provide lifesaving services that extend far beyond our own walls.

Each year, Nine Lives rescues more than 1,200 cats and kittens, performs thousands of affordable spay and neuter surgeries, administers tens of thousands of vaccines, and helps countless families access compassionate, high-quality veterinary care. Through education, prevention, collaboration, and an unwavering commitment to lifesaving, Nine Lives is creating a future where fewer cats enter shelters, more animals receive the medical care they need, and every cat has the opportunity to find a loving home.

At Nine Lives, we believe every life matters—and together with our supporters, volunteers, fosters, and community partners, we're building a brighter future for cats across Northern California.