Private Home-to-Home Cat Adoption
Cats for Adoption – Find Your Perfect Cat to Adopt
Looking for cats for adoption? Pet Rehoming Network connects caring cat owners with
responsible people hoping to adopt a cat throughout the United States and Canada.
Our private, home-to-home cat adoption process lets you learn about a cat from the
person who knows them best and meet them in the familiar home where their true
personality can shine through.
Browse cats and kittens currently looking for loving homes, explore cat adoption by
breed or location, join our waiting list for a future match, and discover why moving
directly from one loving home to another can be such a gentle way for a cat to begin
a new chapter.
Don’t see the cat you have been hoping for?
Join our free adoptable pet waiting list.
Meet Cats Looking for Loving Homes
Cats for Adoption Now
These privately owned cats are looking for carefully chosen new homes. Read each
cat’s complete adoption story before applying so you can understand their personality,
history, needs, ideal home and the circumstances behind their rehoming.
Inglewood, California · Los Angeles Area
Meet Skittles
A clever, chatty 5-year-old Calico Tabby with a wonderfully expressive personality.
Skittles is looking for a patient, cat-experienced home where her boundaries will be
understood and respected.
Bulverde, Texas · San Antonio Area
Meet Frankie
Frankie is a calm, affectionate 9-year-old declawed Calico who would be especially
happy in a quiet home, apartment or retirement setting with someone who values
peaceful feline companionship.
Houston, Texas
Meet Sugar
Gentle, affectionate and easy to love, senior Tuxedo cat Sugar is looking for a
caring home after her owner moved into memory care. She enjoys people, purrs freely
and brings the calm companionship mature cats do so beautifully.
Houston, Texas
Meet Spice
Spice is a gentle, reserved Calico who enjoys sunny windows, quiet companionship and
a comfortable routine. She is approximately 10 years old and may be adopted on her
own or considered together with her sister, Sugar.
San Antonio, Texas
Meet Oliver & Stanley
These sweet 9-year-old grey tabby brothers are hoping to stay together. Their owner
is facing serious medical treatment and wants them to have the peaceful, stable,
indoor home they deserve.
Edmonton, Alberta
Meet Misty
Misty is a gentle 2-year-old tabby with excellent manners and a sweet, affectionate
nature. She comes when called, gives paw and kisses, and would thrive in a calm home
where she can feel secure and loved.
Cat availability changes as matches are made. If a cat has already found a home, please
browse our current listings or join the waiting list so we can let you know when a suitable
cat becomes available.
Search by Location
Find Cats for Adoption Near You
Looking for cats for adoption near you? Start with the locations below, then explore
local adoption listings and nearby communities. Private cat adoption often begins with
a short trip to meet a cat in the home where they already feel comfortable and secure.
Cats for Adoption in the United States
Pet Rehoming Network showcases privately adoptable cats throughout the United States,
with location pages connecting national searches to state, metro and city-level
adoption stories.
Cats for Adoption in Canada
We also help Canadian cat owners connect with adopters across the provinces. Browse
regional Pet Rehoming Network pages and follow local adoption stories to find cats
within reasonable travelling distance of your home.
A wonderful cat may be a short drive outside your city. Read the full profile first, then
decide whether travelling to meet the cat is reasonable for you.
Search by Breed or Type
Find Cats for Adoption by Breed
Have your heart set on a particular type of cat? Explore our breed-specific adoption
hubs to find current listings, recently adopted cats and waiting-list opportunities.
Each hub focuses on adoption and rehoming rather than duplicating in-depth breed
education.
- Siamese Cats for AdoptionBlue-eyed companions and Siamese mixes
- Maine Coon Cats for AdoptionPurebred and Maine Coon mix cats
- Ragdoll Cats for AdoptionRagdolls and Ragdoll mixes
- Russian Blue Cats for AdoptionRussian Blues and blue-gray mixes
- Siberian Cats for AdoptionSiberian cats and mixes
- Sphynx Cats for AdoptionHairless Sphynx cats and kittens
- Calico Cats for AdoptionCalicos and Calico mixes
- Orange Tabby Cats for AdoptionGinger and orange tabby companions
- Tuxedo Cats for AdoptionBlack-and-white Tuxedo cats
- Balinese Cats for AdoptionBalinese cats and related mixes
- Polydactyl Cats for AdoptionExtra-toed cats looking for homes
- Declawed Cats for AdoptionIndoor cats needing carefully matched homes
Choosing between breeds? Pet Net focuses on adoption and rehoming. For deeper information
about breed temperament, care, grooming, health and compatibility, visit
Cats Central.
A More Personal Way to Adopt
Home-to-Home Cat Adoption: A Better Way to Get to Know a Cat
Cats being rehomed through Pet Rehoming Network stay with their owners until the
right new home is found. They are not moved into a temporary shelter or foster
setting as part of our process. For a territorial animal that depends heavily on
familiar people, scents, routines and surroundings, that continuity can make an
enormous difference.
Cats Stay Where They Feel Safe
Rehoming is already a major life change. Remaining in the home they know allows a cat
to keep familiar sleeping spots, feeding routines, scents, people and territory while
their owner searches for a carefully chosen adopter.
Meet the Cat in Their Own Environment
Prospective adopters meet the cat where the cat normally lives. That gives you a much
better opportunity to see ordinary behavior: how they greet people, where they relax,
whether they are playful or reserved, how affectionate they are and how they respond
once they feel at ease.
Learn Their Real Story From the Owner
You can ask the person who knows the cat best about personality, veterinary history,
routines, food preferences, litter habits, favorite activities, quirks, fears,
grooming, medications, relationships with other animals and the little details that
rarely fit into a short adoption listing.
Make a More Informed Adoption Decision
Neither side should feel rushed. The owner knows what kind of home their cat needs;
you know what type of companion fits your household. A detailed profile, conversation
and in-home meeting give everyone a better basis for deciding whether the match feels
right before making a commitment.
Familiar Belongings Often Come Along
Many privately rehomed cats come with supplies their owners have accumulated for
them. Depending on the individual cat, this may include cat trees, scratching posts,
beds, carriers, litter boxes or litter-box furniture, food, litter, grooming
supplies, toys, bowls and other familiar belongings.
A Gentler Transition From One Home to Another
When an adoption is agreed upon, the cat can move directly from the familiar home
they have known into the new home selected for them. Familiar belongings, veterinary
information and the owner’s knowledge can travel with them, helping the adopter
maintain routines during the adjustment period.
You don’t just adopt a cat. You meet them, meet the person who loves them, learn their
story, and make an informed decision about whether you are right for each other.
Real Cats. Real Owners. Thoughtful Matches.
Why Adopt a Cat Through Pet Rehoming Network?
Pet Rehoming Network has helped pets and the people who love them since 2015. Our
adoption listings are built around detailed information from the current owner, giving
adopters a more complete picture of the cat they are considering welcoming into their
family.
Detailed Adoption Stories
Profiles go beyond a photo and a few statistics, describing personality, routines, likes, needs and the type of home likely to suit the cat.
Meet Before You Commit
Qualified adopters can meet the cat and owner before deciding whether adoption is the right next step.
History You Can Ask About
Instead of wondering about a cat’s past, you can discuss health, behavior, routines and family history directly with the person who has cared for them.
The Cat’s Needs Come First
A successful match is about suitability, not speed. Owners are looking for homes capable of meeting the specific needs described in each profile.
Support for Responsible Adopters
Our adoption process provides structure for inquiries, introductions and the transfer from one home to another.
Home-to-Home Since 2015
Our experience with private rehoming has shown us how valuable honest information, patient matching and a thoughtful transition can be.
Different Cats for Different Homes
Find the Right Cat for Your Life
Breed is only one part of a good match. Age, activity level, companionship needs,
household composition and whether cats need to remain together can matter just as much.
Senior Cats for Adoption
Mature cats can be wonderful companions for people who appreciate a more established
personality and calmer routine. Private adoption is especially useful because the
current owner can explain the cat’s habits, health history, favorite foods, daily
schedule and the kind of home in which they are likely to thrive.
Kittens for Adoption
Kittens bring enormous energy, curiosity and change to a household. Read profiles
carefully, consider the time and enrichment a young cat will need, and remember that
the quiet adult cat beside them may be an equally wonderful match for your lifestyle.
Bonded Cats & Pairs for Adoption
Some cats have spent years together and are happiest when they can remain a pair.
Adopting bonded cats can preserve an important relationship and give each cat a
familiar companion during the move into a new home.
Real Adoption History
Recently Adopted Cats & Happy Endings
A cat’s adoption page remains part of Pet Rehoming Network even after a home is found.
These real stories show the kinds of cats and families we have helped connect over the
years and may also introduce you to breed and location pages where similar cats appear.
Adopted
Felix – Flame Point Siamese in New York
Felix is a memorable mature Siamese companion whose adoption page continues to help
people learn what a deeply involved, affectionate cat can be like.
Adopted
Henry – Tuxedo Cat in New York City
Henry’s detailed profile preserves the personality, family history and home-finding
story of a cherished Tuxedo cat whose owner needed to make a difficult change.
Adopted
Sugarbell & Pudge – Sphynx and Ragdoll Mix Cats
This pair’s page now celebrates a successful placement while remaining useful to
people searching for Sphynx, Ragdoll and private cat adoption information.
It is a record of real pets, real families, real locations and real outcomes—and an
important path to breed hubs, local adoption pages and cats currently looking for homes.
From First Look to New Home
How Private Cat Adoption Works
Each adoption is individual, but the basic path is straightforward. The goal is to give
the adopter and owner enough information and contact to decide responsibly while keeping
the cat safe in their familiar home until the move is ready to happen.
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Find a Cat You Would Like to Know Better
Read the full adoption story, not just the headline. Pay particular attention to personality, health, household compatibility, location, ideal-home requirements and any special care needs.
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Submit an Adoption Inquiry or Application
Tell us about yourself, your household, other pets and the home you can offer. This helps determine whether an introduction makes sense for the cat and for you.
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Talk With the Owner and Arrange a Meeting
Suitable applicants can ask questions and arrange to meet the cat with the current owner. Because the meeting takes place while the cat is still living at home, you have a better opportunity to see ordinary behavior and routines.
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Decide Whether the Match Feels Right
A meeting is not an obligation to adopt. Both sides should have the opportunity to think carefully about compatibility, expectations and whether the home will meet the cat’s needs.
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Complete the Adoption and Help Your Cat Settle In
Once everyone agrees, complete the adoption arrangements and plan the transition. Familiar supplies, veterinary information and established routines can help your new companion adjust to their new territory at a comfortable pace.
Here Because You Need to Find a Home?
Need to Rehome a Cat? You Don’t Have to Do It Alone.
Some people arrive on a cat adoption page because they are searching for a new
companion. Others arrive because life has changed and they are facing the
heartbreaking realization that a beloved cat needs a new home.
Pet Rehoming Network provides compassionate, private cat rehoming
assistance throughout the United States and Canada. Your cat stays safely with you
while we help tell their story, reach potential adopters and work toward a carefully
chosen home capable of meeting their needs.
Rehoming a cherished cat is about much more than finding somebody willing to take
them. It is about finding people who understand who your cat is and are prepared to
love, protect and care for them in the years ahead.
Questions About Private Cat Adoption
Cat Adoption Frequently Asked Questions
Private adoption is a little different from walking into a shelter and choosing a cat
from a row of kennels. These answers explain what to expect when you adopt a cat
directly from a private owner through Pet Rehoming Network.
How do I adopt a cat through Pet Rehoming Network?
Start by reading the full adoption profile of a cat you are interested in. Follow
the application or inquiry instructions on that cat’s page. Suitable applicants
can then be introduced to the owner, ask questions and arrange a meeting before
deciding whether to proceed.
Where can I find cats for adoption near me?
Use the location section on this page, browse our current cat listings and check
nearby state, province and city pages. Because home-to-home adopters travel to meet
cats where they live, it is often worth looking beyond your immediate ZIP or postal
code when a particularly suitable cat is within reasonable driving distance.
Can I meet a cat before deciding to adopt?
Yes. Meeting the cat and owner is an important part of private home-to-home
adoption. The meeting gives you an opportunity to see the cat in familiar
surroundings, ask questions and determine whether you feel comfortable with the
match. A meet-and-greet does not obligate you to adopt.
What should I ask the owner before adopting a cat?
Ask about the cat’s daily routine, food, litter habits, veterinary history,
medications, behavior, favorite activities, grooming, scratching preferences,
experience with children or other animals, fears, house rules and the kind of
transition they are likely to need. Also ask which belongings and veterinary
records will accompany the cat.
Do privately adopted cats come with supplies?
Often, yes. What is included varies by cat and owner, but familiar supplies may
include food, litter, bowls, beds, carriers, toys, scratching posts, cat trees,
grooming items and litter boxes or litter-box furniture. Each adoption profile
should specify known inclusions, and you can confirm details with the owner.
How is home-to-home cat adoption different from shelter adoption?
In Pet Rehoming Network’s home-to-home process, the cat remains with their current
owner while a new home is being found. Prospective adopters can learn directly from
the owner and meet the cat in familiar surroundings before adoption. Shelters and
rescues perform vital work for homeless, abandoned and surrendered animals; private
home-to-home adoption serves a different situation in which a loved family cat can
remain safely at home until a carefully chosen adopter is ready.
Your New Companion May Be Waiting
Ready to Find a Cat to Adopt?
Take your time, read the stories and look for the cat whose needs, personality and
circumstances feel right for your household. A thoughtful beginning gives a new
relationship the best chance to become something wonderful.