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Kittens and cats in Washington, District of Columbia

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These adorable cats are available for adoption in Washington, 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.
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Liam

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Washington, DC
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Not good with kids, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Liam is a sweet and friendly cat who likes to snuggle up with you on the coach or bed. He greets you at the door and can follow you around too. He's not good with kids. I will provide you with hard food, 2-3 "worlds best" litter bags, an automatic feeder, litter box, little genie litter pale and refills. You'll have little to no out of pocket expenses for 2-3 months.

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Tigerlily

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, Senior
Washington, DC
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House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Please consider adopting with my brother Maxwell! https://www.adoptapet.com/pet/46727396-washington-district-of-columbia-cat Tigerlily (Lily) is a very loving, but shy and skittish cat. I got her when she was 6 months old and she will be turning 10 in March. In the past few years she developed an unknown allergy and requires specialty food. Aside from the occasional ear infection, she is in great spirits. When her allergies were particularly bad, she lost the hair on the back of her ears and it never grew back. She doesn't seem to mind and it's kind of adorable. I am having to rehome her brother (Maxwell, also listed) due to ongoing medical costs and she is bonded with him so I would love if they could find a new forever home together. Preferably a quieter home due to how nervous Lily is. She has gained some weight in the past few months due to us moving back to the East Coast, as she hides under the bed mostly, only coming out for food and bathroom time.

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Clio

Calico

Female, Young
Washington, DC
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Not good with kids, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Clio is a 5.5 year-old Calico we adopted when she was six months old. She's been a great companion through moves and different apartments, and is a cuddly, lazy house cat. Clio has outgrown our fairly small apartment and, more importantly, she and our precocious toddler don't exactly see eye-to-eye, which is why it's time for Clio to find her forever home. She is otherwise very low-maintenance, will play with a wide variety of toys (feather wands, battery-powered chasers etc.). She enjoys her standard dry food and litter, and the occasional treat. She doesn't need medications. She's just looking for her next great owners and home!

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Martin

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Washington, DC
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Good with kids, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Martin is a former DC community cat and major cuddle bug. He is extremely sweet and very loving. The vet believes he is somewhere between 1 and 2 years old. He needs a home that can dedicate a good amount of time to him, ideally one that has another cat. He has no violent tendencies or known health issues. He has never scratched bitten or hissed in his time in foster care. He can be very vocal about his needs (especially when it comes to feeding time). Ultimately he is a joy to have around and would make a lovely addition to anyone’s home.

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Sassafras Swirl

American Shorthair

Male, Adult
Washington, DC
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Not good with kids, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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This sweet, silly, and "Sassy Man" is looking for a home of his own with no other pets or kids. He's a shy guy with anxiety who would love a pet parent(s) who can relate, and show him patience. He's made HUGE strides, and I know as an only pet he would blossom! He lets me give him kisses now and is close to being OK with getting picked up. This obviously former house cat arrived at my door in Nov 2023. He was emaciated and wasn't going to make it. I started feeding him, fell in love with him, and brought him inside. Sassafras had perineal urethrostomy surgery in Dec 2024 after a bad feline lower urinary tract disease episode. That, a urinary tract diet, and being separated from my other cats, has resolved his issues. I have 3 cats and he is bullied by one of them. Yes, I've "tried it all" and nothing has worked. For his health, I keep him separated, but it breaks my heart and I know he misses sleeping on my bed and being out and about in the house.

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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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Cat shelters and rescues in Washington, District of Columbia

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for cats in Washington, District of Columbia. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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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

Pet Types: cats

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Project Freedom Ride - Washington DC Transport Stop

Washington, 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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Bright Hope Animal Rescue - D.C. Chapter

Washington DC, 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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Domestic Shorthair Siamese Domestic Mediumhair Russian Blue Domestic Longhair Maine Coon Calico American Bobtail Persian American Shorthair Ragdoll Bengal Manx Bombay Norwegian Forest Cat Polydactyl/Hemingway Snowshoe Himalayan British Shorthair Havana Brown
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Abyssinian American Bobtail American Curl American Shorthair American Wirehair Balinese Bengal Birman Bombay British Shorthair Burmese
Calico Chartreux Colorpoint Shorthair Cornish Rex Cymric Devon Rex Domestic Longhair Domestic Mediumhair Domestic Shorthair
Egyptian Mau European Burmese Exotic Havana Brown Himalayan
Japanese Bobtail Javanese Korat
LaPerm Maine Coon Manx Munchkin
Nebelung Norwegian Forest Cat Ocicat Oriental
Persian Pixiebob Polydactyl/Hemingway RagaMuffin Ragdoll Russian Blue
Scottish Fold Selkirk Rex Siamese Siberian Singapura Snowshoe Somali Sphynx Tabby Tonkinese Turkish Angora Turkish Van