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Not Every Cat Wants a Lap — Just a Chance.

Offer them a life that fits their nature.

A black cat sitting on a dirt path surrounded by green grass and plants outdoors.
A cat with piercing blue eyes peering out from a small opening in a weathered wooden structure.
Close-up of a tabby cat with yellow-green eyes, surrounded by other cats in a rustic outdoor setting.

A New Chance at Life —
the Way They Prefer to Live It

Not every cat dreams of a life on the couch.

Some are happiest with a little more independence — roaming barns, warehouses, or outbuildings while keeping rodents in check. Our Barn & Business Cats Program gives these cats a safe and purposeful home while helping you protect your property.

By adopting a barn or business cat, you’re saving one of the most at-risk animals in shelters and giving them a life that suits their nature. It’s truly a win-win.

We’ll guide you through acclimating your new barn cats safely so they stay and thrive.

Who Qualifies as a Barn or Business Cat?

Cats in this program may be:

  • Social but too feisty for indoor living and happiest when they have a “job” to do.

  • Shy or fearful of people but comfortable around other cats or animals.

  • Cats with litterbox challenges that make them unsuitable as indoor companions (medical causes ruled out).

Every cat in this program is spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and fully vetted before placement — reducing roaming, marking, and fighting behaviors. We only place cats in this program who are not suitable as household pets.

Adoption Fees

Adoption fees help us provide medical care and supplies prior to placement:

  • $30 for a single cat

  • $50 for a pair (when available)

If no barn or business cats are currently available, our team can help you find a suitable match.

Contact: catadoptions@rescuecrew.org

~Adoptable Barn & Business Cats~

~Adoptable Barn & Business Cats~

Looking to give one of these hard-working cats a home? Check out our current adoptable barn and business cats below.

New to the adoption process? Visit Adoption Basics to learn more about how it all works.

Caring for Barn & Business Cats

These cats may be independent, but they still rely on you for basic care and safety.

Provide:

  • Shelter, food, water, and medical care. Barns, sheds, factories, and warehouses are ideal, but any safe structure works.

  • A safe start. Confine cats for 3–4 weeks in a secure space (such as a shed or large crate) so they acclimate before being released.

  • Companionship. Cats adjust best in pairs or groups — they’re more likely to stay put.

  • Routine. Talk to them, feed them consistently, and establish habits that build trust.

  • Protection. In rural areas, bring them indoors or secure them overnight to protect from predators.

Thank You
for Opening Your Heart —
and Your Barn

Thank you for your interest in adopting from The Rescue Crew!

To get started, please complete the
Barn & Business Cat Inquiry Form

Your request will remain active for 12 months.

If the cat you’re interested in isn’t available or isn’t the right fit, there’s no need to resubmit — simply email us at adoptions@rescuecrew.org to let us know what you’re looking for.

Because we are a 100% volunteer-run organization, processing may take up to a week — especially for applications submitted over a weekend or holiday. Once reviewed, we’ll contact you to discuss placement options and answer any questions.

Thank you for opening your heart — and your barn — to a cat in need.

Adopt a Barn or Business Cat