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Kittens and cats in Everett, Massachusetts

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These adorable cats are available for adoption in Everett, Massachusetts. 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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Oreo

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Everett, MA
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Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained,
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Meet a very special little lady who is looking for her forever home. She is about 4 years old and has a sweet, gentle personality. Once she gets to know you, she becomes incredibly loyal and loves being close to her person. She is well-behaved, calm, and enjoys the comfort of a loving home. She was a beloved companion to my brother. When he had to move back to our home country, he wasn't able to bring her with him. My husband and I stepped in to care for her, but with two cats already in our home, we are hoping to find her a loving family where she can receive all the attention and care she deserves. She deserves a family who can give her the love, attention, and stability she needs. Despite all the changes she has been through, she remains a loving and affectionate cat with so much love to give. We are hoping to find someone who will open their heart and give her the second chance she deserves.
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Nymeria

Calico

Female, Adult
Revere, MA
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Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Nymeria Es una gatica con 8 años, muy amorosa, amigable con los adultos, a los niños les teme un poco. Al inicio puede ser nerviosa pero luego se familiariza con el entorno. Le encanta los atunes de salmón
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Squeaks

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Revere, MA
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Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained,
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This sweet little Boy was born April 24th 2025. A little over a year old . He is playful , adventurous, and loves to have his belly rubbed . He gets his name from when he waits for food he likes to talk and it sounds like the cutest squeaks . I have the mommy and daddy cat this is the son . He is an indoor cat . Looking for a home filled with love !
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Stevie

Domestic Longhair

Female, Adult
Somerville, MA
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Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered,
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To adopt this cat from Black Cat Rescue, please fill out a profile https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston Stevie is a sweet 6 year old female spayed cat, looking for a calm home. Here’s what her foster volunteer says about her: How would you describe the cat's general personality? Stevie is an incredibly soft, gentle cat with a very sweet and shy personality. She is quiet and calm by nature and prefers a peaceful environment. While she may take time to feel comfortable, once she settles in she is affectionate and enjoys being near her person. Does the cat enjoy being pet? Yes, Stevie really enjoys being pet and finds it very comforting. If yes, on what parts of its body does the cat like to be pet? She especially likes being pet on her head and along her back. Gentle, slow pets are her favorite. Are there any parts of its body that the cat does NOT like being touched? She does not like her belly being brushed or touched and can become uncomfortable if that area is handled. Does the cat come on your lap? No, Stevie does not sit on laps. She prefers to stay close without being directly on top of people. Does the cat like to be held? No, she does not enjoy being held and feels safest when all four paws are on the ground. Does the cat sleep in your bed? No, she does not sleep in the bed and prefers to sleep in her own comfortable, quiet spaces. Does the cat seek your attention? Yes, Stevie does seek attention in her own gentle way. She will come over for pets when she feels comfortable and enjoys calm companionship. Does the cat like to play? No, she is not very playful and has a low energy level. What are the cat's favorite games and toys? She does not show much interest in toys or games very often but sometimes she likes to play with the stick toys with strings and ribbons on the end.  How vocal is the cat? Stevie is mildly vocal. She may meow during the day, but not very often or very loudly. What kinds of sounds does the cat make? She primarily meows softly. Does the cat scratch a scratcher? No. If no, please explain. She has a scratching post on her cat tree but does not typically use it. Does the cat always use the litter box? She uses pee pads consistently. If no, please explain. Stevie always uses her pee pads. If there are any accidents, they are usually due to debris getting caught in her long hair rather than a behavioral issue. She does have hairballs on the floor fairly regularly. What food and frequency is the cat currently eating? Stevie eats dry food that is left out for her to snack on throughout the day and is refilled nightly. Is the cat picky about food? She is not picky and eats her regular food well. What is the cat's favorite treat? She sometimes enjoys Churus as well as wet food or cat soup as an occasional treat. Is the cat on any medication? Stevie takes twice daily gabapentin to help with anxiety. She's easy to medicate, taking the medications in hydration packets. Does the cat ever swat (claws in) at you? If so, under what circumstances? No, she has never swatted. Has the cat ever scratched (claws out) you? No. Does the cat ever nip (teeth without breaking skin) you? No. Has the cat ever bitten you (breaking skin)? No. To the best of your knowledge, how does the cat react to new people? Social? Fearful? Stevie is extremely fearful of new people. She is most comfortable when the home is quiet and it is just her and her caregiver present. When others are around, she prefers to keep to herself and should have a quiet, safe space to retreat to. If you have observed the cat with other animals, please describe how they get on? She has not been observed with other animals, so her compatibility with pets is unknown. In your opinion, what is the best thing about the cat? Why should an adopter choose THIS cat to adopt? Stevie is incredibly cute, gentle, and sweet. Once she becomes comfortable, she is a wonderful presence to have around and makes a calm, soothing companion. She would be perfect for someone who appreciates a quiet, affectionate cat. What are the cat's challenges and how have you found to best manage them? Stevie’s biggest challenge is her fear of new people and loud noises, so she needs a quiet, calm home. She also has long fur that is prone to matting and does not like being brushed. Stevie has kidney stones and occasionally has blood in her urine. She's on a prescription urinary diet.   To learn more about adopting this cat in Massachusetts, please visit www.blackcatrescue.com or fill out an Adoption Profile at https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston.  June 11, 2026, 1:58 pm
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Bari and Gigi

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Somerville, MA
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Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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To adopt this cat from Black Cat Rescue, please fill out a profile https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston Bari and Gigi are a strongly bonded pair of female cats, spayed and up to date on vaccines. Bari has a larger white locket and is estimated to be around 9 months old. Gigi has a smaller white locket and is estimated to be 1 year old. They must go home together. Here’s what their foster volunteer says about them: How would you describe the cat's general personality? Bari is very friendly and playful. She can be a bit skittish at times, but typically is eager for interaction, loves pets and playing. She is very protective of Gigi, sitting next to the food bowl or litterbox while Gigi is using it, and the two can often be found chattering to each other as they go together to eat or rest. Gigi has really come out of her shell. She is still the more shy one of the two and prefers to be approached slowly, but will happily purr, accept pets and headbutt my hand, particularly around meal or treat times. They both make significant social gains with each passing week, revealing more and more of their very affectionate personalities. Does the cat enjoy being pet? Both cats very much enjoy being pet. They prefer to be approached calmly and from a sitting position. Head/chin scratches are favored. They both love to be brushed. Are there any parts of its body that the cat does NOT like being touched? No Does the cat come on your lap? Bari will very briefly venture onto my lap or stay there for a minute when placed. Gigi is not yet comfortable enough. Does the cat like to be held? Bari doesn't mind being carried for short periods of time, but will eventually want to jump down to go play. Gigi tolerates being picked up for short distances, which is a substantial change from when I got her. Does the cat sleep in your bed? Bari enjoys jumping on my bed and laying down next to me, or occasionally on me. She switches quickly between cuddly and playful. She typically sleeps curled up with Gigi in their bed. Gigi will lay on the bed when I’m not there. Does the cat seek your attention? Bari more so than Gigi will seek attention. Bari loves pets and playing. Gigi definitely enjoys pets, but is more nervous and so has taken more time to come out of her shell. Does the cat like to play? They both love playing and will spend a lot of time playing with each other or with me. What are the cat's favorite games and toys? They absolutely love wand toys and will jump and dash around for anything on a string. How vocal is the cat? They are extremely vocal, both to me and to each other. What kinds of sounds does the cat make? Bari in particular is full of kitten-esque squeaking when I come home and when she is waiting for food. They both chatter and coo to each other very frequently, often preceding a group trip to another room or to food. Does the cat scratch a scratcher? Bari uses the scratcher frequently. I have not yet seen Gigi use one. If no, please explain. Does the cat always use the litter box? Yes, always. Even in the early days when they were more tentative about venturing around the house, they would always use the litter box. What food and frequency is the cat currently eating? They both get a 3oz can of wet food in the morning and a snack of wet food in the evening. They share 1 cup of dry food twice daily. Is the cat picky about food? No What is the cat's favorite treat? They absolutely love Churu and Temptations. Does the cat ever swat (claws in) at you? If so, under what circumstances? They have never swatted. Has the cat ever scratched (claws out) you? Gigi has scratched in the process of trying to escape when being put in a carrier, but never appeared to show aggression in any way. Does the cat ever nip (teeth without breaking skin) you? Bari will nip while playing occasionally Has the cat ever bitten you (breaking skin)? No. She did bite a previous Foster Volunteer while being pushed into a carrier. To the best of your knowledge, how does the cat react to new people? Social? Fearful? They are both nervous around new people, but can be coaxed out with food/treats. Does that cat have any cute/quirky traits that aren’t covered by the previous questions? It’s a joy to watch them interact with each other – they will lay on top of each other, headbutt/rub against each other and chatter throughout the day. In your opinion, what is the best thing about the cat? Why should an adopter choose THIS cat to adopt? These cats will need a patient and invested new family to bring out their clearly affectionate personalities as they acclimate to indoor, social life. The best part has been watching them grow more comfortable and show more of their personalities. One day, Bari started jumping up on my bed when I wasn’t there, and by the end of the day they were sleeping there together and later that night Bari jumped up for pets. With each passing week they become more outgoing and friendly. What are the cat's challenges and how have you found to best manage them? They are both skittish in the setting of their prior outdoor life. They have adapted remarkably well and it has been fun to watch them become more comfortable with each passing week. Letting them interact on their own terms has proved very effective in drawing out their personalities. Bari has juvenile periodontitis and may need a full extraction in the future. The vets who have treated her so far feel she's too young to undergo that procedure prior to adoption. Gigi has a dislocated ankle that could be fine forever or could shift and need a realignment surgery down the road. Black Cat Rescue is willing to help financially with these procedures in order to ensure Bari and Gigi get the chance they deserve.   To learn more about adopting this cat in Massachusetts, please visit www.blackcatrescue.com or fill out an Adoption Profile at https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston.  June 11, 2026, 1:58 pm
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Lagoon

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Somerville, MA
Size
(when grown) -
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Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
To adopt this cat from Black Cat Rescue, please fill out a profile https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston Lagoon is a three year old neutered male cat, up to date on his vaccinations. Here's what his foster volunteer says about him:   How would you describe the cat's general personality? Lagoon is extremely shy, and seems to have a whole different, playful personality that comes out at night and when I'm out of the home.   Does the cat enjoy being pet? No, the cat has not let me come close enough to try. If yes, on what parts of its body does the cat like to be pet? n/a Are there any parts of its body that the cat does NOT like being touched? n/a Does the cat come on your lap? no Does the cat like to be held? no Does the cat sleep in your bed? no Does the cat seek your attention? no Does the cat like to play? yes- he loves catnip toys and seems to get a bit hyper at night. What are the cat's favorite games and toys? How vocal is the cat? he has meowed when waiting for food  What kinds of sounds does the cat make? has occasionally hissed when I’ve come too close Does the cat scratch a scratcher? yes, but also my rugs If no, please explain. Does the cat always use the litter box? yes If no, please explain. What food and frequency is the cat currently eating? breakfast and dinner - wet food, and dry food as a snack   Is the cat picky about food? no   What is the cat's favorite treat? unknown Does the cat ever swat (claws in) at you? If so, under what circumstances? Has swatted at me once when he was stressed and i came too close Has the cat ever scratched (claws out) you?  no Does the cat ever nip (teeth without breaking skin) you? no Has the cat ever bitten you (breaking skin)? no To the best of your knowledge, how does the cat react to new people? Social? Fearful? extremely fearful and avoidant   If you have observed the cat with other animals, please describe how they get on? n/a Does that cat have any cute/quirky traits that aren’t covered by the previous questions? based on some of my area rugs that i find askew in the morning, he occasionally gets the zoomies at night!   In your opinion, what is the best thing about the cat? Why should an adopter choose THIS cat to adopt? Lagoon is opening up, very slowly but surely. Initially he hid under my bed and wouldn't come out at all while i was awake. Over the weeks, he has slowly been coming out in the evening. He loves to sit in a windowsill! I think with an extremely patient person, he will come to trust more.   What are the cat's challenges and how have you found to best manage them? Lagoon is very fearful and not interested in interacting with humans right now. He's made a lot of progress over the weeks, coming out a bit more frequently and hanging out.  He loves food and I recently discovered he loves catnip so those have been tools to gain trust.    To learn more about adopting this cat in Massachusetts, please visit www.blackcatrescue.com or fill out an Adoption Profile at https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston.  June 11, 2026, 1:58 pm

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Black Cat Rescue

PO Box 45036, Somerville, MA 02145

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Happy Tails Pet Rescue

Bradley Street, Somerville, MA 02145

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Medford, MA 02155

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Melrose Humane Society

Melrose, MA 02176

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Souls of Satos - Boston, MA Foster

BOSTON, MA 02114

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Changing Tomorrow Animal Rescue

10492 Lake Vista Cir, Boston, FL 02108

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The Massachusetts Progressive Animal Watchdog Society, Inc.

P.O. Box 520136, Winthrop, MA 02152

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