Resources
Giving cats the lives they deserve.
At Tenth Life, we’re dedicated to saving stray cats and kittens with special needs and injuries. While we wish we could welcome every cat, limited resources require us to stay focused on our mission. Fortunately, there are other organizations with different missions that may be able to assist when we cannot. We encourage you to explore these additional resources while awaiting our reply, and we hope you find the support you need.
Local Shelters, Rescues, & Humane Societies
Open Admission Shelters & Rescues
The following area rescues and shelters are generally available to take in any domestic pet. Please check with each of them to find out if they are able to help.
St. Louis Area Limited-Admission Shelters & Rescues
The following local rescues and shelters are generally limited by available space and may have a specific mission but, to the best of our knowledge, they do not euthanize pets due to a lack of space. Please check with each of them to find out if they are able to assist you with the pet you are seeking to help and research their policies.
Metro East Resources
The following rescues and shelters generally help in East St. Louis, Illinois, and surrounding areas. Please check with each of them to find out if they are able to assist you with the pet you are seeking to help.
Dog-Focused Organizations
As a cat rescue, we are only able to help with cats but we love dogs and realize our cat-loving friends help dogs and other pets, as well. The following rescues and shelters generally help with dogs. Please check with each of them to find out if they are able to assist you with the pet you are seeking to help or if they may be able to offer more canine and breed-specific resources.
Rabbit-Focused Organizations
The following organizations help with rabbits. Please check with each of them to find out if they can assist you with the rabbit you are seeking to help or if they may be able to offer more rabbit-specific resources.
Wildlife-Focused Organizations
The following organizations help with wildlife. Please check with each of them to find out if they can assist you with the animal you are seeking to help or if they may be able to offer more wildlife-specific resources.
Finding Affordable Medical Care
We’re all on a budget and we know that medical expenses can be daunting. We’re also aware that finding low-cost options can be challenging. Below, you’ll find some affordable local veterinary and spay/neuter options as well as ways to offset costs or raise funds, as needed. If you need additional information, please email hello@tenthlifecats.org. Thank you!
Low Cost Veterinary Care
Other Financial Help
Low-Cost Care, Grants, or Lines of Credit
Affording Food
Fundraising for Care
Finding A Safe Space or Temporary Foster Care
If you believe that you or someone you love may be experiencing abuse or violence in a relationship and need assistance, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. According to Red Rover, nearly 50% of domestic violence victims have delayed leaving their abuser out of fear of harm to their animals. 52% of victims in shelters leave their pets with their batterers.
Temporary Foster Care
A Safe Space For You and Your Pet
Housing Help
Do you have a cat and need to move? Check out our pet friendly housing resources.