Open hours vary depending on volunteer availability. Please email houseofmew@aol.com for open hours or check our Facebook page.
What We Do
The House of Mews is Memphis' and the U.S.' first and oldest no-kill, legal cathouse. We rescue cats from local kill shelters, allow them to freely roam our store, and have found loving homes for over 10,000 kitties from 1994 to 2020.
Our mission’s success relies fully on our 20+ volunteers from all walks of life and your donations. The House of Mews oversees over $150,000 yearly in donations. These include services, goods, and sales, plus our four major fundraisers. The donations we receive allow us to provide the necessary daily care for our cats as well as medical services such as spay/neuter and leukemia aids testing.
To make a donation click here to donate through Paypal or send a donation by mail to P.O. Box 751315 Memphis, TN 38175-1315.
Rescue
care for, and adopt homeless cats.
educate
the public on humane treatment of cats.
report
and help stop abuse of animals.
encourage
and help raise the respect for rights of animals.
What We Do
The House of Mews is Memphis' and the U.S.' first and oldest no-kill, legal cathouse. We rescue cats from local kill shelters, allow them to freely roam our store, and have found loving homes for over 10,000 kitties from 1994 to 2020.
Our mission’s success relies fully on our 20+ volunteers from all walks of life and your donations. The House of Mews oversees over $150,000 yearly in donations. These include services, goods, and sales, plus our four major fundraisers. The donations we receive allow us to provide the necessary daily care for our cats as well as medical services such as spay/neuter and leukemia aids testing.
To make a donation click here to donate through Paypal or send a donation by mail to P.O. Box 751315 Memphis, TN 38175-1315.
Rescue
care for, and adopt homeless cats.
educate
the public on humane treatment of cats.
report
and help stop abuse of animals.
encourage
and help raise the respect for rights of animals.
Adopt A Kitty
As Memphis's premiere cat sanctuary and adoption agency, we believe that every kitty deserves a chance to find a great forever home! Click the button below to see our kitties on Petfinder or email us to request an application!
Find A Kitty
Email Us
Adopt A Kitty
As Memphis's premiere cat sanctuary and adoption agency, we believe that every kitty deserves a chance to find a great forever home! Click the button below to see our kitties on Petfinder or email us to request an application!
Find A Kitty
Email Us
A Little History
Our non-profit cat sanctuary has adopted cats since February 1994.
In 1994, Elain Harvey found several cats that were dropped off at Goodwin’s Nursery in Germantown. Months later, more than 60 cats found their way to the nursery. That’s when it became clear to Elain: there was a need for a cat sanctuary in the Memphis area. The House of Mews was born shortly after.
Today, The House of Mews is still run by Elain with the support of volunteers as well as her Board of Trustees. Board members include: Elain Harvey (President), Don Pemberton (Secretary and Attorney), and Natalie Harden Schmidt (Vice President and Attorney).
A Little History
Our non-profit cat sanctuary has adopted cats since February 1994.
In 1994, Elain Harvey found several cats that were dropped off at Goodwin’s Nursery in Germantown. Months later, more than 60 cats found their way to the nursery. That’s when it became clear to Elain: there was a need for a cat sanctuary in the Memphis area. The House of Mews was born shortly after.
Today, The House of Mews is still run by Elain with the support of volunteers as well as her Board of Trustees. Board members include: Elain Harvey (President), Don Pemberton (Secretary and Attorney), and Natalie Harden Schmidt (Vice President and Attorney).
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Stock Up
Not only is The House of Mews a cat adoption sanctuary, it’s a store!
We stock your cat’s necessities, along with unusual items and gifts. With more than 100 cats in our 900 square foot store (with 50+ roaming free!), you can test the toys out on our babies and be sure you’re buying the right gift. Pick up a toy today for your kitty or show your support around town for The House of Mews with one of our tees (only $18 + Tax/Shipping).
Stock Up
Not only is The House of Mews a cat adoption sanctuary, it’s a store!
We stock your cat’s necessities, along with unusual items and gifts. With more than 100 cats in our 900 square foot store (with 50+ roaming free!), you can test the toys out on our babies and be sure you’re buying the right gift. Pick up a toy today for your kitty or show your support around town for The House of Mews with one of our tees (only $18 + Tax/Shipping).
Our Volunteers
Our volunteers are very special people. They are teachers, doctors, attorneys, housewives, entrepreneurs, and police officers, just to name a few. Despite their careers and families, they consistently dedicate their time to tending to more than 100 cats needs.
Dedication
The House of Mews volunteers give up their personal time, asking nothing in return — only wishing to be a part of a solution for homeless cats in the Memphis community. Their kindness and dedication has saved thousands of lives.
Our Volunteers
Our volunteers are very special people. They are teachers, doctors, attorneys, housewives, entrepreneurs, and police officers, just to name a few. Despite their careers and families, they consistently dedicate their time to tending to more than 100 cats needs.
Dedication
The House of Mews volunteers give up their personal time, asking nothing in return — only wishing to be a part of a solution for homeless cats in the Memphis community. Their kindness and dedication has saved thousands of lives.
Be A Volunteer
If you want to join the effort, we’re always looking for help! To apply to become a House of Mews Volunteer, please click below, fill out our volunteer form, and email it to houseofmew@aol.com. Of course, we offer applications physically in the store, too!
Fill Out the Form
Be A Volunteer
If you want to join the effort, we’re always looking for help! To apply to become a House of Mews Volunteer, please click below, fill out our volunteer form, and email it to houseofmew@aol.com. Of course, we offer applications physically in the store, too!
Fill Out the Form
Sarah Robertson
Corporate Financial Analyst,
TruGreen
Leah Jordan
Fox 13 TV
Investigative Reporter
Kevin Graves
Germantown
Police Department
Billy Miller
Teacher,
Retired Navy
Missy
Danielson
Proffessional
Nanny
Gail Karr
Memphis Zoo
Big Cat Curator
Janie Day
President, Germantown
Chamber of Commerce
Lisa Powell
Raymond James
Financial Services
Betty Ehemann
Cardiology
Nurse
Meghan Belluomini
Creative Director,
Sauce Marketing
Andee
Williamson
Consulting Sales Engineer,
NCR
Clarissa Conniff
VP,
First Horizon Bank
Kelsea Werzberger
Zookeeper,
Memphis Zoo (Bears)
Beverly Morlang
Graphic Designer,
International Paper
Chad Latunski
(Elain's Son)
Amazon,
Lansing, MI
Jill Latunski
(Elain's Daughter)
Manager, Clean Living Store,
Lexington, KY
Kody Lynn Morgan
(Elain's Granddaughter)
Trainer, Orange Theory,
Law Student, UofL
Mike Latunski
(Elain's Son)
Owner, Artifact Estate Sales Services,
Lansing, MI
