Organisations that care for cats, dogs and donkeys

Stray cats and dogs are a common sight in Aruba, and several organisations work hard to rescue, sterilise and rehome them. Visitors can support their work with donations or by helping out.

Organisations

• Nine Lives Aruba Foundation (since 2018): cat shelter, sterilisation and adoption.
• Animal Relief Foundation Aruba (ARF-Aruba): rescue and adoption of dogs and cats.
• Aruba Animal Shelter in Wayaca: shelter for dogs and cats, with a veterinary clinic.
• Animal Rights Aruba (since 1999): affordable sterilisation and protection of animals and nature.
• Donkey Sanctuary Aruba: care for around 130 donkeys

ArubaKitten

ArubaKitten focused on rescuing cats at hotels. There are few recent signs of activity, so check its Facebook page before contacting the organisation.

How visitors can help

• Donate to one of the organisations.
• Ask a shelter what supplies they need before bringing anything.
• Do not feed stray animals at hotels without checking the rules.

Good to know

• Nine Lives Aruba: ninelivesaruba.com

Information on this page can change over time, so check official sources for the latest details.

See also: more about Aruba.

Last updated: September 2026.