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Such an amazing non profit organization. Lots of space with even more cats. While we were getting our tour, rundown of the place. She mentioned that they saved about 200 cats from the Lahaina fire! Ugh my heart was melting.
Anyway, they'll give each person in your group a bag for treats for the cats.
They have one large enclosure. And a few more to the side. One area for the seniors, one for the "teens" one for the cats that need "TLC" so ones that need more medical attention.
We got carried away here but I wish we had more time. Loved spending time with all the cats. They're all spayed/neutered and microchipped and they're adoptable!
I can't wait to come by again the next time we visit the island. I definitely enjoyed my time here.
Shelby-Ann B.
10/06/2024 - Wow!!! I can't believe I finally made it to the lanai cat sanctuary. This has been on my bucket list for so long.
Lanai cat sanctuary hosts over 800 kitties throughout their enclosures on the property. They have several different enclosures to meet the needs of the sanctuary.
The manager of the operation told us she knows close to 300 names of all the kitties.
Upon arriving they give each visitor a small
Bag of treats complimentary. All of the cats are eager to get pets and treats! I was surprised how friendly and outgoing the cats were on our visit. It was an absolute must stop for us and we can't wait to come back! 
Amelia R.
8/30/2024 - This was such an amazing experience! We loved it! The staff is very knowledgeable, very caring of the cats, and they genuinely look happy to be there! They are willing and ready to answer any question anyone might have, and are happy to help!
We will definitely be returning soon! This was an unforgettable experience! The cats are awesome!!
10 out of 10, totally recommend!! 
Karen Z.
8/25/2024 - My husband and I spent my birthday here and had the Purrrfect time and loved our exPurrience at the cat sanctuary. I admire how passionate and caring the staff are and how well-organized the shelter is. I wish more people would visit and support this wonderful place. It's definitely worth a visit when coming to Lanai
Nadia N.
4/22/2024 - The Lanai Cat Sanctuary is such a lovely, important haven! For those who have cats at home, just keep in mind that these strays are still fairly feral. They're not really used to human touch or affection. They're not going to be as cuddly and sweet as the cats you might meet at a cat cafe or even a shelter. We still loved it, but were a bit surprised.
Grace L.
3/23/2024
2021
Island Scene: Lanai’s Feline Paradise
2020
American Lifestyle: Kingdom of the Cats
Star Advertiser: Lanai Cat Sanctuary hopes to reopen soon since closing in March
Costco Connections (Page 16): Cat Sanctuary – Purradise Found
KITV: Lanai Cat Sanctuary fights COVID-19 isolation with yoga with 650 cats
Biz Journals: Virtual cat yoga classes generate donations for Lanai Cat Sanctuary during closure
NEW The Animal Rescue Site The Lanai Cat Sanctuary Saves Cats, Protects Birds, And Offers A Magical Experience To Visitors
TravelAge West: An Inside Look at Lanai Cat Sanctuary
The Conscious Cat: The Lanai Cat Sanctuary: Combining Nature and Nurture
2019
Oprah Magazine: Vacation Nation – Kitties Corner
L.A. Times: Missing your cat while you’re in Hawaii? Lanai’s sanctuary lets you cuddle up
People Magazine & on Yahoo: Inside the Hawaiian Cat Sanctuary Where 622 Strays Are Living In Feline Paradise
Mental Floss article & on MSN: This Hawaii Cat Sanctuary Is Home to More Than 600 Kitties
TheThings.com: Hawaiian Cat Sanctuary Houses Over 600 Strays (And It’s Free To Visit)
Wamiz.com: Animal Sanctuary in Hawaii is Home to Over 600 Cats
2018
The Culture Trip: Inside Lanai Cat Sanctuary: Hawaii’s Feline Rescue Program
CBS Sunday Morning: Purr-adise: Hawaii’s cat sanctuary
CNN: These 600 Hawaiian cats have a better life than you
Honolulu Star-Advertiser: Heroes Next Door
Petco: Welcome to Cat Island
Cosmopolitan: There’s a Sanctuary Where You Can
2017
Lad Bible: Welcome to Cat Heaven!
Country Living: Cat Lovers Need to Visit!
Atlas Obscura: The island of Lanai in Hawaii is a paradise for cats and cat lovers
2016
Huffington Post: Cuddle 500 Kitties At This Heavenly Cat Sanctuary
Los Angeles Times: TripAdvisor users pick ‘Fur Seasons’ and its 500 cats
Afar magazine: This Hawaiian sanctuary is a paradise for cat lovers
Hawaii magazine: Hawaii’s most surprising travel destination
Bored Panda: People Come From All Over The World To Cuddle 500 Kitties
United Press International: Open-air Hawaiian sanctuary home to 370 cats
Cosmopolitan Magazine: Cuddle Hundreds of Fluffy Cats
Civil Beat: Some People Fly To Lanai Just To Visit A Cat Sanctuary
The Purrington Post: 2,000 Paws in Paradise
KITV4 Island News: Couple gets married at cat sanctuary on Lanai
Hawaii News Now: In a first, couple weds at Hawaii sanctuary for cats
2014
Vet Street: A Surprising Hawaiian Treasure: Lāna‘i Animal Rescue Center
2013
SF Gate: Lanai’s ‘kitty Shangri-La’ delights visitors
2012
CatChannel.com: Cat Rescue Center in Hawaii Thrives
theplanetD.com: Animal Rescue – Cat Heaven in Lanai
2010
KITV4 News Lanai Cat Shelter Turns Into Cat Sanctuary
December 2019 – Feeling the Love
August 2019 – Loving Every Day on Lanai
June 2019 – Charity Walk Shows love for Lanai cats
May 2019 – Saying Goodbye to Old Guy
April 2019 – Spring into new beginnings
February 2019 – 2019 brings a blast of fresh air
Melekalikimaka
December 2018 – Sunny days ahead in 2019
October 2018 – Weathering storms with great gusto
Halloween- Fun Facts About Black Cats
We are rescuing 200 cats from the Lahaina fires
(Pu’unene 11/14/23) Having just passed the 3-month mark since the deadly Lahaina wildfires, Maui Humane Society and Lanai Cat [...]
Lanai Lions flown to the Oregon Humane Society
August 2023 – Mahalo to reporter Nina Wu from Honolulu Star Advertiser for featuring us. Read the article below [...]
Our hearts are with our Maui neighbors
August 2023 – It has been devastating to witness the impact the wildfires have had on our neighbors on [...]
PBS Hawaii brings insight on feral cats
August 2023 –Mahalo to PBS Hawaii and moderator Daryl Huff for raising awareness about the needs and issues of [...]
Our leadership team strengthens
August 2023 – Lanai Cat Sanctuary’s dedicated staff are its greatest asset. Their leadership ensures the highest standards of care [...]
A Visit from Feline Expert Jackson Galaxy
July 2023 – Lanai Cat Sanctuary renowned cat behaviorist and animal welfarist, Jackson Galaxy, affectionately known as "TheCatDaddy." We [...]
Purrfectly Ever After: Weddings with LCS
June 2023 – May 14 was a purrfect day for all of us. RJ and Sarah chose the Lanai [...]
Yoga with the Cats Returns
May 2023 – By popular demand, Lanai Cat Sanctuary brought back #YogaWithTheCats. Back in 2020, yoga instructor Anne Van [...]
We were featured on Yahoo Life and PetHelpful
May 2023 – Mahalo to Liz O’Connell, Yahoo Life and PetHelpful for featuring us. Read the article below and [...]
Stargazing with cats
March 2023 – Lanai Cat Sanctuary hosted a stargazing event led by Ohana Kilo Hoku, Stargazers of Hawaii and [...]
We Were Featured in Island Scene!
We'd like to thank Michelle Regan and Island Scene Magazine for featuring us! Read the article below and visit [...]
Executive Director Keoni Vaughn named “Hero of the Month” by Chewy Gives Back
Here at Lanai Cat Sanctuary, we're passionate about helping animals and making sure they are taken care of. With a [...]
Lanai Cat Sanctuary Partners with Kamaka Air Cargo, Greater Good Charities & Wings of Rescue to airlift 60 “Lanai Lions” to the mainland for adoption
Due to the months of shutdown caused by COVID-19, Hawaii shelters are having trouble adopting pets into local homes. On [...]
Yoga with 650 Cats
Lanai Cat Sanctuary fights COVID-19 isolation with yoga with 650 cats. On one [...]
Swift Adoption
Sheila Blair’s relationship to the Sanctuary began in 2016 when she and her husband lived part-time on Maui and [...]
Your Donation is Matched!
$20,000 in 2020 for Botox & his senior friends Botox is one of “the originals” – rescued [...]
10th Anniversary Party- Free Food, Music & Fun – Nov 2nd
Saturday, November 2 • 11am-2:30pm Lanai Cat Sanctuary offers free food, music and fun for [...]
Special-needs kittens get adopted
Two kittens, who we named Larry and Curly, were diagnosed with cerebellar hypoplasia. Both were born at [...]
Pantry stocked by friends of felines
Just before Amazon Prime Day in July the treat cupboard was sadly bare. Treats mean so [...]
Meet Sanctuary Supervisor Yu
FURLESS FACES Sanctuary supervisor Yu joined the team in March 2018 [...]
Loving Every Day on Lanai
Many are surprised as to how much goes on behind the scenes at Lanai Cat Sanctuary. There's a [...]
Charity Walk was a huge success!
Charity Walk shows love for Lanai cats With your help, we raised more than $37,000 during the Hawaii Lodging [...]
Springing into new beginnings
May 1, 2019 – Joe Adarna of Oahu has joined as Sanctuary Manager and brought a wealth of animal [...]
Sunny days ahead in 2019
February 5, 2019 – 2018 has been a flurry of construction as we reinvent the sanctuary and move towards [...]
Weathering storms with great gusto
October 16, 2018 – By the grace of Mother Nature, Hurricane Lane and Tropical Storm Olivia passed us by [...]
Dr. Dave’s legacy provides for the old
August 7, 2018 – At Lanai Cat Sanctuary, we had a dream to carve out a swath of land [...]
