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Kittens and cats in District of Columbia

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These adorable cats are available for adoption in District of Columbia. To learn more about each adoptable cat, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Iris and Lilly's adoption status with email updates.
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Iris and Lilly

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Washington, DC
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
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Meet Iris and Lilly! They are bonded sisters full of affection. Both two years old. Iris (dark grey) loves to cuddle and is a bit shy at first, usually marching to the beat of her sister’s drum. She likes to sunbath and purr on her owner’s chest. Lilly (tiger stripes) is curious and kind. She loves to explore and is more outgoing than her sister. She likes to next at the foot of the bed while her sister cuddles with her owner. Due to my job and living in a small apartment I haven’t been able to give Iris and Lilly the enrichment they deserve and want to find them a new home. They are incredibly affectionate and will warm up to anyone in a few hours. They don’t mind dogs but are a bit shy around new cats, though they aren’t territorial at all. They have no behavioral issues. I think they’d do super well in a house with kids so the have more enrichment but I’d love to rehome them with any new owner who loves cats We’re located in Petworth. I’m happy to introduce them!
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Echo

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Washington, DC
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
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Roo (female) and Echo (male) are two adorable kittens born to a stray girl I took in. Born on 12/26. These two are sweet, playful, and full of personality. They love play-fighting, exploring the house, and are already learning to eat on their own and use the litter box. Echo (named because he looks just like his mom) is gentle and observant. He was the first to consistently use the litter box and is a complete mamas boy. He loves cuddling, staying close, and lots of kisses.
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Roo

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Washington, DC
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
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Roo (female) and Echo (male) are two adorable kittens born to a stray girl I took in. Born on 12/26. These two are sweet, playful, and full of personality. They love play-fighting, exploring the house, and are already learning to eat on their own and use the litter box. Roo, the tortie, is the bold adventurer. She was the first to walk and the first to try solid food. She loves climbing, exploring, and playing. She is fearless!
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Freddy

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Washington, DC
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Good with cats,
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Please contact Mollie Gorney (mollieg@luckydoganimalrescue.org) for more information about this pet.Handsome boy in search of his forever home!FREDDY NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!       Name: Freddy  Best Guess for Breed: Domestic Short Hair Age: 14 weeks as of 1/17/26    Estimated DOB: 10/13/25 SEX: Male     Approximate Weight: 4.6 lbs oz as of 1/7/26 Coloring: Orange Tabby Type of Hair: Short Gets Along With: Because of his young age, Freddy will likely get along with other cats, dogs and kids with an acclimation period. We’re happy to help with tips and tricks! Currently Living at: DC area foster home I am Looking For: My loving forever family! Hi! I'm Freddy, and I am a cute little kitten! I won’t ask for much- just some love, cuddles and lots of toys so I can run and play and be my kitten self.  What the Shelter Says About Me: Freddy, as you can see from his photos, is quite a joyful, confident soul with big amber eyes. He was found in the woods next to a very busy rural highway in NC. His guardian angel was driving at night and saw a little kitten walking beside the highway. She went back to find him and didn't see him. She called him and he meowed back. He limped out to her from the woods and let her pick him up. (He may have fallen out from beneath a car.) His rescuer took him to the vet the next day. He had an upper respiratory infection, an abrasion on his face, and fractured both bones in his left front leg. For all he had been through and being on the shoulder beside that highway - he was lucky and in good shape! His guardian angel brought him to the rescue where I volunteer and foster. I have been fostering Freddy since mid-November. He had crate-rest at first to let his leg heal some. He is a love bug! He will stay with me for an hour or two now. Freddy just rolls over, takes a nap, then rolls over again. He is so content in my arms. He took all of his medication and treatments with no problem. Freddy has not let his leg slow him down. He is always full of joy, is very playful, and is doing great!  He is ready for his new family and next adventure.  Please stay safe, Freddy! What My Foster Says About Me: Coming soon! TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for adult cats is $200 ($350 for two cats adopted together). The adoption fee for a kitten (under 7 months old) is $220 ($380 for two kittens adopted together).If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckycat. Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the cats we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament. Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at   www.luckydoganimalrescue.org .  BE A FOSTER!!!   Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact   fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org    BE A SPONSOR!!!!   Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save.  To learn more about sponsorship, please contact     info@luckydoganimalrescue.org   !  January 26, 2026, 7:40 pm
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Felix

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Washington, DC
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Good with cats,
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Please contact Jessie Cheng (jessie.cheng@luckydoganimalrescue.org) for more information about this pet.Handsome boy in search of his forever home!FELIX NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!     Name: Felix  Best Guess for Breed: Domestic Short Hair Age: 1 year    Estimated DOB: 11/26/24 SEX: Male     Approximate Weight: 8lbs 10oz Coloring: Gray and White      Type of Hair: Short Gets Along With: With proper integration, Felix will likely get along with other cats, dogs and kids with an acclimation period. We’re happy to help with tips and tricks! Currently Living at: Foster home in the DC area! I am Looking For: My loving forever family! Hi! I'm Felix, and I am a handsome boy! I won’t ask for much- just some love, cuddles and lots of toys so I can run and play and be myself.  What My Foster Says About Me: Coming soon!  TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for adult cats is $200 ($350 for two cats adopted together). The adoption fee for a kitten (under 7 months old) is $220 ($380 for two kittens adopted together).If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckycat. Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the cats we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament. Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at   www.luckydoganimalrescue.org .  BE A FOSTER!!!   Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact   fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org    BE A SPONSOR!!!!   Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save.  To learn more about sponsorship, please contact     info@luckydoganimalrescue.org   !  January 26, 2026, 5:06 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Flossie's adoption status with email updates.
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Flossie

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Washington, DC
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Good with cats,
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Please contact Jessie Cheng (jessie.cheng@luckydoganimalrescue.org) for more information about this pet.Pretty girl in search of her forever home!FLOSSIE NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!     Name: Flossie  Best Guess for Breed: Domestic Short Hair Age: 5 months as of 1/14/26    Estimated DOB: 8/8/25 SEX: Female     Approximate Weight: 4 lbs as of 1/14/26 Coloring: Black      Type of Hair: Short Gets Along With: Because of her young age, Flossie will likely get along with other cats, dogs and kids with an acclimation period. We’re happy to help with tips and tricks! Currently Living at: Foster home in the DC area! I am Looking For: My loving forever family! Hi! I'm Flossie, and I am a pretty girl! I won’t ask for much- just some love, cuddles and lots of toys so I can run and play and be myself. Two kittens are better than one - consider adopting one of my super cute siblings too! Litter: Flossie, Archie, Duchess, Fannie What My Foster Says About Me: Coming soon!  Kitten Vetting Requirements: Your kitten may not be fully vaccinated upon adoption.  You will be responsible for providing whatever remaining vaccines are needed to complete the kitten vaccine series.  TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for adult cats is $200 ($350 for two cats adopted together). The adoption fee for a kitten (under 7 months old) is $220 ($380 for two kittens adopted together).If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckycat. Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the cats we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament. Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at   www.luckydoganimalrescue.org .  BE A FOSTER!!!   Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact   fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org    BE A SPONSOR!!!!   Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save.  To learn more about sponsorship, please contact     info@luckydoganimalrescue.org   !  January 26, 2026, 12:37 pm

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Shelters & rescues in District of Columbia

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Brandywine Valley SPCA - New York Ave

1201 New York Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Capital Cats

625 H St NE, Washington, DC 20002

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Project Freedom Ride - Washington DC Transport Stop

Washington, DC 20001

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Bright Hope Animal Rescue - D.C. Chapter

Washington DC, DC 20001

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Omani Paws

Washington, DC 20001

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Appalachian SPCA - DC

Washington, DC 20001

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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HFH - Washington D.C.

Washington, DC 20500

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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The Paw Pad

PO Box 70060, Washington, DC 20024

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Metro Ferals - DC

Washington, DC 20009

Pet Types: cats

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Alliance for Stray Animals and People

P.O. Box 65438, Washington, DC 20035

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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