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Kittens and cats in Rochester, Minnesota

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These adorable cats are available for adoption in Rochester, Minnesota. 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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Tucker

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs 5 mos
Rochester, MN
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Don’t you love the feel of a cat’s fur? Mine is white and tabby, a nice brown color. I’m called Tucker. Did you know that the name Tucker means “cloth softener” or “cloth weaver”? I’m especially glad for my coat because I am one of 18 cats who were left in the parking lot of a boat store in December 2024! We were left together in 2 carriers/containers. A rescue group brought us to Paws and Claws, where could be safe, warm, and receive the care and attention we need and deserve. I was adopted in April, but unfortunately I was returned to the shelter recently because my people were moving and could not take me along. I appreciate attention and petting, and I started playing a bit my first day here. When you meet me, please touch. Please pet. Please talk to me. I’d love to have people spend time with me. I hope that someday soon I can be someone’s very own Tucker boy. Adoption fee $100 + microchip fee $30 + tax
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Dory

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 4 mos
Rochester, MN
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Remember “Finding Nemo”? I’m a tuxedo kitty, and I’ve never seen a movie, but I’ll bet you have. Dory’s a fish. Dory said, “When life gets you down do you wanna know what you’re gonna do? Just keep swimming.” Easy for a fishy fish to say! I’m a kitty cat. But I guess I understand. I was found as a stray and was brought to the Carriage House Vet Clinic in Kasson. Then I came to Paws and Claws so I can find a forever home. Since I got moved to a new room here, it’s been taking me a while to adjust. I feel most secure when I am in a hiding place. Normally, I am good with other cats and like to play. Don’t worry. I won’t “drown.” I will tread water. I will swim. Before you know it, I’ll be diving in! Splashing and having a ball! No one can keep Dory down! You’ll see! You will love Dory, and we’ll get along swimmingly.Adoption fee $100 + microchip fee $30 + tax
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Catherine

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 yrs 9 mos
Rochester, MN
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Mark your calendars. There’s a Tortoiseshell Appreciation Day; it’s April 17! But it should be every day! I’m Catherine, one of a large group of cats plus other animals who came to Paws and Claws from another rescue in early September. I had originally been found as a stray, and I live up to the tortoiseshell’s reputation. I am a highly spirited girl, full of spunk and sparks. Do you remember the moral of the fable about the tortoise and the hare? Slow and steady wins the race. If you are to win me over, I will require patience and understanding. If you can purr-severe, I will sense your compassion. Love wins. When love wins. I win. I deserve love. We all do. Catherine.Adoption fee $100 + microchip fee $30 + tax
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Snoopy

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 yrs 8 mos
Rochester, MN
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Please pet me. Did I hiss? Sorry, I didn’t mean it. I do like being petted. I’m Snoopy, not a beagle but one of 30 cats who came from a home with too many animals. Charles Schultz’s Snoopy famously said, “Keep looking up. That’s the secret of life.” Life’s been hard so far but petting helps. Things are better now that I’m here, so I’ll try to look up. Thank you for caring. – Snoopy.Adoption fee $100 + microchip fee $30 + tax
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Sweetie

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo
Rochester, MN
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Tortoiseshell cats are known for being tough on the outside and “’squishy” on the inside. So, If I’m stand-offish at first, don’t worry. I’m a real sweetie. That’s my name – Sweetie! I’m around 2 years old, and I came to the shelter with my siblings Little Girl, Bebe, Cocoa, and Honey because our person is in a nursing home. We’ve been around other cats, but never this many! I can be quiet and shy in new situations, but I like people. I often slept with my person. I am playful and affectionate. We were eating both wet and dry Fancy Feast in our home. Because this is such a big change for me, I might like to be adopted with one of my siblings. I’m a lovely girl who’s longing for a home where I’ll be cared for and cherished. Can I be your Sweetie?Adoption fee $100 + microchip fee $30 + tax
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Juno

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 yrs 5 mos
Rochester, MN
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Goddess? Me? Juno was the ancient goddess of women and protector of the Roman state. She was also the wife of Jupiter. I’m not a goddess now, though. I’m a sweet, mellow adult cat who came to Paws and Claws from a rescue partner. Although I wouldn’t mind being adored day and night, I mostly want love and affection – and food, of course. I love being petted. There’s a whole month – June – named after the goddess Juno – but that doesn’t mean that must be MY special month! I’d really love it if I could be special every single month of the year! MEOW! You know how to make me your Juno, don’t you? Go to the PCHS website and fill out an application. Make sure to write JUNO as the name of the kitty you want to adopt! Thank you! Adoption fee $100 + microchip fee $30 + tax

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Cat shelters and rescues in Rochester, Minnesota

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for cats in Rochester, Minnesota. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

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Paws and Claws Humane Society

3224 19th Street NW, Rochester, MN 55901

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Rochester Animal Control

2150 Campus Drive SE, Rochester, MN 55904

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Camp Companion

P.O. Box 7478, Rochester, MN 55903

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Safe Haven Pet Rescue Inc

1001 1/2 1st Ave SE, Rochester, MN 55903

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DC Pet Rescue Inc.

304 N Mantorville Ave, Kasson, MN 55944

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Feline Friends of Lake Pepin

Stockholm, WI 54769

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Tails of Hope-WI

Alma, WI 54610

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River Bluff Humane Society

1213 Brick Ave., Red Wing, MN 55066

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Winona Area Humane Society

1112 East Broadway Street, Winona, MN 55987

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Cats off Broadway Pet Rescue

605 21st Ave. NW, Austin, MN 55912

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