Controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2024
Dispute over removal of Old San Juan cats
The organization sued the National Park Service over a planned removal of approximately 200 cats near a historic fortress in Puerto Rico. The removal was paused in September 2024 while the case proceeded.
2021
West Virginia animal-care litigation
Alley Cat Allies petitioned the West Virginia Supreme Court concerning alleged failure by Berkeley County Animal Control to provide legally required medical care. The county sought dismissal and characterized the case as publicity-driven.
2018
Questions about property purchases and litigation spending
The Chronicle of Philanthropy reported concerns about the purchase of two homes without disclosure to the full board and about the expense of copyright litigation against a former staff member. Alley Cat Allies stated that the copyright case had been settled in 2016.