A Pawsitive Approach – Cat Rescue & Foster | Orange County, CA
🌿 501(c)(3) Nonprofit · Orange County, CA

Every Cat
Deserves a
Forever Home.

A Pawsitive Approach is a volunteer-driven cat rescue dedicated to giving Southern California's abandoned and surrendered cats the love and family they deserve.

🐱 Meet Our Cats Become a Foster
500+
Cats Rescued
100%
Volunteer Run
2011
Est. in OC
Two cats snuggling together
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Foster-Based Rescue
All cats live in loving homes
24+
Cats Available Now
🏠 Foster-Based (No Shelter Stress)
✅ Vet-Checked & Vaccinated
💙 501(c)(3) – Donations Tax-Deductible
🤝 Dedicated Volunteer Support
Our Impact

Making a Real
Difference, Together.

Since 2011, our community of volunteers and donors has transformed the lives of hundreds of cats across Southern California.

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500+
Cats Rescued & Rehomed
Cats pulled from shelters and streets across Orange County and placed into loving forever homes.
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100%
Foster-Based Model
Every cat in our care lives in a real home — never a cage — so they arrive at their forever family already socialized.
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100%
Vet-Checked Before Adoption
All cats are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped — giving you peace of mind from day one.
The Adoption Process

How Adoption Works

We make it simple and personal. Our team guides you every step of the way.

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Browse Available Cats
Scroll through our adoptable cats below. Each profile includes personality notes from their foster family.
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Download & Submit Application
Download our cat adoption application, fill it out, and email it back to us to start the process.
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Meet Your Match
We arrange a meet-and-greet with your potential new family member in a comfortable setting.
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Welcome Them Home
Complete adoption paperwork and bring your new companion home. Our team is here for any questions afterward.
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Cat Adoption Application
Download, fill out, and email your completed application to to begin the adoption process.
⬇️ Download Application (PDF)
Find Your Companion

Adoptable Cats

These wonderful cats are waiting for their forever families. Each one is vet-checked, vaccinated, and full of love.

Orange tabby cat looking up
Cute cat resting
2011
Founded with ❤️
Our Story

United by Our
Love for Cats

A Pawsitive Approach is the product of the hard work and dedication of a group of individuals united by our love for animals and the belief that we can — and should — do something to improve their treatment in the world.

In Southern California, countless cats end up in shelters or out on the streets daily. They are abandoned or discarded for any number of reasons, but the volunteers of A Pawsitive Approach believe that this can and must change. We would love to have you join our team!

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100% Volunteer-Run — Every dollar donated goes directly to the cats. Our team operates on heart and community.
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Foster-Based Network — Our fosters provide real homes, socialization, and love — making every adoption transition smoother.
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501(c)(3) Nonprofit — Your donations are fully tax-deductible and make our life-saving work possible.
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Community-First — We believe in education, spay/neuter advocacy, and building a community that stands up for cats.
💬 Adopter Stories

Happy Families,
Happy Cats

★★★★★

"A Pawsitive Approach made our adoption experience so personal and thoughtful. They really took the time to find the right match for our family. Our cat Luna is the best thing that ever happened to us!"

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Sarah M.
Adopted Luna, a 3-year-old tabby
★★★★★

"We fostered first and it was such a rewarding experience. The team was supportive throughout. We ended up adopting our foster cat — a true foster fail, and we couldn't be happier!"

J
James & Lily R.
Fosters-turned-adopters
★★★★★

"I was nervous about adopting for the first time, but the volunteers were so helpful and patient. They answered every question. Our cat Mochi has completely transformed our home."

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Amanda T.
Adopted Mochi, a 2-year-old shorthair
Get In Touch

We'd Love to
Hear From You

Whether you're interested in adopting, fostering, volunteering, or just have a question — our team is here and happy to help. Reach out any time.

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Adoption questions — Ask us anything about a specific cat or the adoption process.
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Fostering — Learn how to open your home to a cat in need. All supplies provided, flexible commitment.
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Volunteering & donations — There are many ways to support our mission beyond adoption.
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Prefer email? Reach us directly at
Send Us a Message
Fill out the form and a volunteer will be in touch within 48 hours.
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