NOTICE!
At this time, our shelter is experiencing extremely high demand, with more than 300 intake requests for cats and kittens and new requests coming in daily. Because we are a small, volunteer‑run shelter, we may not have space available right away. We do maintain a waiting list, and we will do our best to help as soon as we can. Please submit a cat intake form!
Due to the volume of requests, it may take up to 72 hours for us to review your submission.
If you do not hear back from us within that time frame, we hope you understand that we are unable to assist at this time and encourage you to pursue other placement options immediately.
Important Intake Requirements
For the safety of our volunteers, we can only accept cats who are not feral.
During the intake evaluation, cats must be able to:
- Be safely picked up
- Be handled without aggression
- Tolerate basic examination
Cats who cannot be handled or who display feral behavior cannot be accepted into our shelter environment..
While You Wait: Please Pursue Other Options
Because space is extremely limited across the region, we strongly encourage you to contact multiple organizations at the same time. Many shelters fill up quickly, and pursuing several avenues gives the cat or kittens the best chance of finding help. Please check out our Resources page for help contacting other cat-friendly shelters, rescues and animal control in your city.
Summer Update
☀️ SUMMER LOVE SALE IS HERE! 🐾
Adult cats are just $25 — add a second for only $10! 🐱💛
Our shelter is full to the brim, and every adoption helps us save another life.
If you’ve been thinking about adding a furry friend, this is the moment.
💛 Meet Your New Best Friend
Our adult cats are:
- Fully vetted (vaccinated, microchipped, dewormed, flea‑treated)
- Tested for major diseases
- Spayed or neutered
- Given rabies vaccines when age‑appropriate
- Socialized, loved, and ready for a forever home
- Sent home with an adoption goody bag
Whether you’re fostering‑to‑adopt or ready to commit, you’ll meet a companion who’s been cared for with love.
📍 Open Daily: 5–7 pm
📍 Sat & Sun: 10–12 noon
🐶 Don’t Forget Our Dogs!
Our pups need you too — from energetic youngsters to gentle seniors, we have wonderful dogs waiting for their second chance.
Every dog is:
- Fully vetted and microchipped
- Spayed or neutered
- Given age‑appropriate vaccines
- Loved by our volunteer team
If you’re not ready to adopt, fostering a dog makes a huge impact and opens space for us to help more animals in need.
🎄☀️ PLAY FOR THE PAWS — CHRISTMAS IN JULY! 🎅🐾
Saturday, July 25 • 9 AM–3 PM • James Day Park
Join us for our biggest summer fundraiser — the 2026 Play for the Paws Softball Tournament, benefiting both our cats AND dogs!
🎁 Santa’s Beach Bag of Cash 50/50
🎟️ Raffle Baskets — $20 for 26 tickets
🏆 Prizes include:
- Signed Mason Graham mini helmet
- Cleveland Charge & Monsters tickets
- Photography giveaways
- Gift cards
- Wine basket
- Cleveland Browns items
- …and much more!
Bring the family, cheer on the teams, and help support the animals who rely on us every day.
Ways to Help
We’re excited to introduce our new Parma Animal Shelter: Ways to Help form — a streamlined, user‑friendly way to connect your talents, resources, and generosity with the animals and programs that need them most.
This single form lets you share how you would like to support the shelter:
- Inviting us to attend events.
- Donating Proceeds from a Business or Event
- Donating Supplies or Equipment
- Submitting an Article for Our Newsletter
- Sponsoring a Shelter Event
- Requesting an Interview (Media Inquiries)
Your support makes an immediate difference in the lives of the animals we care for.
If you’re ready to get involved, simply complete the form below and we’ll reach out with next steps.
Every License plate makes a difference! Consider getting an Ohio Pet Fund plate.
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Catch a glimpse inside! Here’s a walk-thru view of the Parma Animal Shelter.
ANIMAL SPOTLIGHT
Stormie is a friendly adult female cat who has an affectionate and loving personality. She adores head and cheek rubs and leans into them for attention and will reward you with kitty kisses. She enjoys being close to her people and may turn into a cozy lap cat once she settles in. Stormie will often greet you with a meow when you come to talk to her and comes when you call her. She is playful and enjoys following the laser and exploring the main cat room. Her previous owner recommended that she be an only pet. Stormie is also looking for a quiet home where she can chill and get lots of love and attention! She is available for our foster to adopt program. Fill out an application online on the Parma Animal Shelter website and not on Adopt a Pet. You will receive an email once the application has been approved.
Join our Team!
Openings for volunteers may vary by shift anywhere from 8 am to noon or 3:30 pm to 7 pm. We expect volunteers to commit to a two-hour shift on the same day each week. Volunteers who have been fully trained and have completed at least four shifts can be recommended for membership by their shift leaders. Once membership has been approved volunteers are able to pick up other shifts available through Signup Genius.
ANIMAL SPOTLIGHT
Clementine is a sweet cat who came to PAS due to many injuries. Her right front leg was amputated but she responded well to laser treatment and has had a successful healing of all her injuries. She has been in a foster home and spends time in a playpen to help her feel safe. Clementine enjoys lap time and loves to be fed churus. She will cuddle up on the couch and sleep. Clementine gets exhausted easily when she tries walking around and gets a little anxious. She will need an understanding adopter who will let her adjust slowly at her own pace. Clementine would probably be better as an only pet. Fill out an application online on the Parma animal shelter website and not on Adopt a pet. You will receive an email once the application has been approved.
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