Osaka and Sasayama ARK adoption fair in Kobe
Booking required · General visitors may attend, but prospective adopters must submit the questionnaire and book an interview. Visiting and applying are different.
● May be outdated · 2026.09.23LOCAL RESCUE CAT GUIDE
Rescue-cat adoption events in Hyogo
Find upcoming events and public and independent adoption services in Hyogo. Always confirm availability and eligibility with the official source.
01 · Hyogo
Upcoming events
Public and independent adoption services
Use the official service for current animals, eligibility and the complete adoption process.
Hyogo Animal Welfare Center
Hyogo's official guide to adoptable animals, procedures and consultation offices across the prefecture.
● Recheck due ·Kobe City public adoption service
The city explains adoption of rescued animals through the Kobe Animal Coexistence Center. Check visits and applications at the official contact.
● Recently checked ·NPO Kobe Neko Net
Explains interviews, trials, home delivery and adoption procedures. Age, single-household eligibility and costs depend on the individual carer.
● Recently checked ·Akashi Animal Center
Akashi City's public dog and cat adoption contact. Call 078-918-5797 for intake and an interview. Eligibility includes age 20+, permitted housing, household consent and indoor cat care. Single-person households and applicants aged 66+ need a successor carer's consent form. Confirm fees, conditions and availability. Registration or attendance does not guarantee adoption.
● Recently checked ·Independent groups are listed when their organizer, announcements and adoption process can be checked on official sources. Listing is not a guarantee of safety or adoption. Confirm service areas, costs and care requirements directly.
03 · Read the pre-adoption guide
Three steps before adopting
- 1
Check your life
Consider housing, time alone, long-term costs and agreement from everyone at home.
- 2
Read the criteria
Check local rules for age, residence, orientation and trial periods.
- 3
Meet and ask
Talk with the service about the cat's needs and whether your lives are a good match.
04 · JAPAN