Ohio Alley Cat Rescue began when a feral cat we named Kiko, that we had been feeding for several months, brought us her litter. Her three kittens were three weeks old. The entire family had worms and the Queen was dehydrated, weak, and had a severed tail. Under the guidance of our veterinarian, we nursed Kiko back to health. Kiko was spayed and her tail was amputated. Following recovery in our home, Kiko was released back to the outdoors. She visits us daily. She was a wonderful mother and her babies thrived, in time being adopted and finding their forever homes.

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In Upper Sandusky, as is the case in many areas, there is an over population of stray and abandoned cats in need of care. Animal shelters are at over capacity.  Ohio Alley Cat Rescue was created as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization to rescue, rehabilitate, care for, and find loving permanent homes for stray, abandoned, and unwanted cats in Wyandot County.  

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Through our Shelter to Forever Home program, we rescue and rehabilitate using the "3-3-3 rule" (3 days to decompress, 3 weeks to learn routine, 3 months to feel home). Within one to three days of intake, our cats have wellness exams and are treated for any injuries they may have. Once healthy, our cats are fully vaccinated and are spayed or neutered. When rescued, our cats are in different emotional and physical stages, some adjust very quickly (1+ month) while others are fearful, confused and/or have been traumatized and require 6+ months to adjust.  

We are a no-kill shelter committed to ensuring the best possible outcomes for our rescues; our cats are placed for adoption only when they have made the emotional transition from fear and confusion to safety and calm/comfort. Our adoption process is done with intention and care; we strongly advocate for responsible pet ownership and the protection of animal rights. Our Rescue reflects hope and compassion while providing reliable and compassionate care.​