The Peninsula Humane Society and SPCA has taken in four orphaned bobcat kittens, which are now residing at its Wildlife Care Center in Saratoga. The animals originated from three separate regions and arrived at the facility following disease quarantines. According to a news release issued Tuesday, the bobcats have since acclimated to their new environment.
The first kitten was discovered in Concord. Staff noted that the animal was found alone and had been heard crying for several days prior to rescue. The second bobcat was located in Carmel. Officials described this individual as orphaned, underweight, and heavily burdened with parasites.
The remaining two kittens came from Kern County. Their mother suffered a fall, which resulted in the young cats becoming orphaned. Photos and video taken at the Saratoga center on Monday, July 6, 2026, show the felines interacting within their enclosures.
The Saratoga facility spans 169 acres and features enclosures situated among trees to allow the bobcats to climb. Staff stated that human engagement will be kept to a minimum to ensure the animals maintain a healthy fear of people. The bobcats are expected to remain at the center for several months.
Colleen Crowley, communications manager for the Peninsula Humane Society, explained that young bobcats do not become fully independent until they are approximately eight to ten months old. The organization aims to help the kittens develop essential hunting, climbing, and survival skills. The group plans to release the animals back into the wild sometime after October.