Hyde is a big, affectionate boy who came to West Side Cats in February after being found as a stray in Bristolville. He is incredibly people-oriented and absolutely thrives on attention—he’ll seek you out, lean in for pets, and proudly flop over to show off his belly like it’s his full-time job. He's about 2 years old.

Right now, Hyde is living in our clinic area because he cannot safely be housed with other male cats and does not do well with more dominant cats in general. For his comfort, he needs to be the only cat in the home. 

We are urgently trying to move Hyde out of the clinic to free up critical space for kitten season, when we will be overwhelmed with incoming litters needing medical care and housing. Every clinic space matters right now, and Hyde needs a home to make that possible.

To meet Hyde, please stop by during open hours and ask a volunteer to introduce you to him. He is not in the public cat rooms.

Hyde is fully vetted - neutered, microchipped, and up to date on vaccines. Hyde's special adoption fee is only $50.

West Side Cats is a volunteer-run rescue, and everything we do depends on people who are willing to step in and help. We are always looking for kind, dependable individuals who truly love cats and want to be part of what we do.

Whether you’re helping care for the cats, assisting visitors, or simply lending a hand where it’s needed, your time makes a real difference. Volunteering at West Side Cats is simple, hands-on, and incredibly meaningful. Most shifts are around 1-2 hours and focus on helping us keep the shelter clean, comfortable, and running smoothly. This typically includes cleaning litter boxes, tidying up rooms, doing laundry, refreshing food and water, and of course, spending time with the cats. Socializing, petting, and just being present with them is an important part of what we do, especially for those who are shy or still learning to trust.Every small task plays a part in giving these cats a safe, healthy, and loving environment while they wait for their homes.

If you’re interested in volunteering, please stop in during open hours to meet the kitties and volunteers. You can fill out a volunteer application while you’re here, and we will just need a copy of your photo ID to attach to it.

West Side Cats open hours effective immediately are as follows:

Mondays and Thursdays: 4:00pm-6:00pm

Wednesdays and Fridays: 2:00pm-5:00pm

The shelter is not open to the public on the weekends.

Thank you for your support!!