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Private Home-to-Home Cat Adoption

Cats & Kittens for Adoption Near You

Meet pre-loved cats and kittens being rehomed by their owners throughout the United States and Canada. Learn their real stories from the people who know them best and find a companion whose personality and needs fit your home.

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A More Personal Way to Adopt

Find the Individual Cat Who Fits Your Home

Finding the right cat is about much more than choosing a photograph, color, breed or age. It is about finding an individual companion whose personality, habits, needs and history fit naturally into your life.

Pet Rehoming Network connects prospective adopters with cats and kittens being privately rehomed by their owners throughout the United States and Canada. You can learn about a cat from the person who has shared their everyday life and knows them best.

Owners can tell you about personality, routines, favorite foods, litter habits, health, play style, fears, quirks, sleeping arrangements, compatibility with other pets and children, and the countless little things that make their cat unique.

Real Cats Looking for Loving Homes

Cats and Kittens for Adoption

Browse privately owned cats and kittens looking for carefully chosen new homes. Use the country and state/province filters to narrow the listings to your area, then open a profile to learn about the cat’s personality, history, needs and ideal home.

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Find Cats for Adoption by Breed

Looking for a Maine Coon, Ragdoll, Siamese, Persian, Calico, Tuxedo, Tabby or another particular kind of cat? Our permanent breed and type adoption hubs make it easier to explore adoption opportunities and register your interest in future cats needing homes.

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A More Personal Way to Adopt

6 Great Reasons to Adopt a Cat Through Pet Rehoming Network

1. Meet Your Cat Before Adopting

Suitable applicants can meet the cat and owner, ask questions and spend time together before deciding whether the match feels right.

2. Learn From the People Who Know Kitty Best

Find out about personality, routines, favorite foods, litter habits, veterinary history, fears, quirks, other pets and the countless little things only someone who has lived with the cat can know.

3. Cats Stay With Their Owners

Cats remain in familiar surroundings with their owners throughout our rehoming process while a suitable new home is sought.

4. Familiar Belongings May Come Along

Many privately rehomed cats come with food, carriers, beds, toys, scratching furniture or other familiar belongings that can help make the transition less strange.

5. Make a Difference for a Cat and the Person Who Loves Them

Behind many rehoming stories is a person facing illness, housing problems, allergies, family change or another difficult circumstance. Offering their cherished cat a loving home can bring enormous relief while giving the cat a secure future.

6. A Direct Transition From One Home to Another

When the right adopter is chosen, the cat can move directly from the owner’s home into the carefully selected new home.

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Search by Location

Find Cats for Adoption Near You

Use the country and state or province filters in the listings above to narrow your search. Keep in mind that the best match may be a short drive outside your immediate city. Personality, household compatibility and the cat’s needs are often more important than finding the closest possible listing.

Cats for Adoption in the United States

Browse private cat adoption and rehoming opportunities throughout the United States.

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Cats for Adoption in Canada

Find privately adoptable cats and cat rehoming resources throughout Canada.

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Different Cats for Different Homes

Find the Right Cat for Your Life

Breed and appearance are only part of a good match. Age, activity level, personality, household composition and companionship needs can matter just as much.

Adult Cats

Adult cats often have established personalities, routines and household habits, giving you a clearer picture of the companion you are adopting.

Senior Cats

Mature cats can be wonderful companions for people looking for a calmer pet whose personality and preferences are already well known.

Kittens & Young Cats

Young cats can bring enormous fun and energy. Consider the play, enrichment, supervision and long-term commitment they require.

Bonded Cats & Pairs

Some cats have important relationships with another cat and are happiest when adopted together.

Things to Ask the Owner

  • The cat’s normal feeding, litter, sleep and play routine.
  • How much human companionship and attention the cat seeks.
  • The cat’s actual experience with children, cats, dogs and visitors.
  • Veterinary history, medications and any known health needs.
  • Favorite foods, toys, beds, scratching surfaces and hiding places.
  • Any fears, sensitivities, habits or household preferences.

Read the complete adoption profile carefully and ask questions. The right cat is the one whose individual personality, needs and history fit the home you can offer.

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Private, Home-to-Home Adoption

How Cat Adoption Through Pet Rehoming Network Works

1

Meet the Cat Online

Read the detailed profile and learn about the cat’s personality, routine, health, history and ideal home.

2

Apply to Adopt

Tell us about yourself, your household, other pets and the home you can offer.

3

Meet the Owner & Cat

If the match looks promising, meet the cat and owner, spend some time together and ask the questions that matter to you.

4

Plan a Thoughtful Transition

If the owner selects you and everyone is comfortable proceeding, complete the adoption arrangements and plan the cat’s move into the new home.

A meeting is not an obligation to adopt. The owner remains directly involved and chooses the adopter they believe is the best match. Pet Rehoming Network provides the adoption application, screening assistance, guidance and support along the way.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Cat Adoption & Rehoming FAQ

Where can I find cats for adoption near me?

Use the country and state or province filters in the adoption listings on this page. If no suitable cat is currently nearby, join our adoption waiting list and check back as new private listings are added.

How do I adopt a cat through Pet Rehoming Network?

Read the cat’s complete adoption profile and follow the application instructions. Suitable applicants can ask questions and have the opportunity to meet the cat and owner before an adoption decision is made.

Can I meet a cat before deciding to adopt?

Yes. Suitable prospective adopters have the opportunity to meet the cat and owner before deciding whether the match is right.

Who chooses the adopter?

The owner does. Pet Rehoming Network provides the adoption application, screening assistance, guidance and support, while the owner remains directly involved and chooses the applicant they believe is the right match for their cat.

What if the kind of cat I want is not currently available?

Join our adoption waiting list and tell us what you hope to find. You can also explore the Cat Adoption A–Z directory for breed- and type-specific adoption opportunities.

Does my cat stay with me while being rehomed?

Yes. Your cat stays with you throughout Pet Rehoming Network’s owner-assisted rehoming process while we help search for a carefully considered new home.

Can you help me rehome my cat?

Yes. Pet Rehoming Network provides compassionate owner-assisted cat rehoming help throughout the United States and Canada. We help present your cat’s adoption story, market the profile, provide application and screening tools and guide you through choosing a suitable new home.

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