Big Island Animal Welfare Groups

There are numerous individuals and groups that give their time, energy, resources, and aloha to our animals.

Here is a list of some of the animal welfare groups on the Big Island.

Please check their websites to see how they might help you, and how you can help them!
 

advoCATS, Inc. in Kailua, helping feral cats.

advoCATS, inc. is dedicated to the well-being of West Hawaii’s feral cats and to the humane control of the feral cat population through the Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) program. TNR is the humane way to reduce the number of unwanted cats, as well as prevent the spread of feline diseases.

Animal Rescue Coalition of Hawaii (ARCH)

Educate, adopt, make a difference - find your next best friend at the Animal Rescue Coalition of Hawaii’s website, www.archawaii.org.

Cat-Care

Cat-Care has several programs that assist animals in the Volcano community. We are best known for “The Cat House,” aka Hale Meow Meow, a limited access no-kill cat sanctuary for cats without human advocats. Our other programs are S.N.I.P.® Volcano, (Spay/Neuter Implement Plan), a Dedicated Lost & Found Pet Bulletin Board as well as “Have Scanner Will Travel” a service to scan any found animals in the area. We are also creating a model of Feral Acres, safe enclosed land sanctuary for feral cats. We also offer humane education classes for schools, libraries, churches and civic groups.

Hawaii Island Humane Society

The mission of the Hawaii Island Humane Society is to prevent cruelty to animals, eliminate pet overpopulation, and enhance the bond between humans and animals. Our three shelters, located in Kona, Waimea, and Keaau, take in any animals at any time for no charge. We adopt out nearly 2,000 pets annually and also offer a foster care program for those who can temporarily provide for an animal in need. HIHS handles animal control and animal cruelty investigations for the County of Hawaii and offers 24 hour emergency service.

In Kona, call 329-1175, Waimea 885-4558, and Eastside 966-5458.

Rainbow Friends Animal Sanctuary