Adopt

Kittens and cats in New Jersey

Looking for a kitten or cat in New Jersey? Adopt a Pet can help you find a new best friend near you.

A pair of cats

Adopt a cat in New Jersey

These adorable cats are available for adoption in New Jersey. To learn more about each adoptable cat, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
new badge
Photo of Hazel Valet

Hazel Valet

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Mount Laurel, NJ
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Meet Hazel – the quiet little soul who’s learning that love is safe. Not every brave cat charges forward. Some take tiny, cautious steps…and every single one is worth celebrating. Hazel came to us as a very frightened, truly feral little girl. The world had taught her to be cautious, and trusting people wasn’t something that came naturally. But with patience, kindness, and the reassurance of her best friend Crowley, she’s slowly discovering that people can be gentle, loving, and safe. And watching that transformation has been nothing short of magical. These days, Hazel has started rolling over with the sweetest little expressions, as if she’s saying, “I think I want those pets…” She now happily accepts full-body pets from the people she trusts, and every day her walls come down just a little bit more. It’s clear there’s an affectionate, snuggly little girl waiting to blossom—she’s simply looking for the right person to help her finish writing that chapter. Hazel is still a bit shy when meeting new people, so she’ll need a calm, patient home that lets her settle in at her own pace. But once she realizes she’s safe, you can see her longing for affection, comfort, and connection. She’s discovering that love feels pretty wonderful. Hazel shares a beautiful bond with her goofy, chatty best friend, Crowley. While he does all the talking, Hazel quietly cheers him on from the sidelines, and together they make the sweetest pair. Crowley’s confidence helps Hazel be brave, and Hazel’s gentle nature brings out the softer side of her best buddy. We’d love to see them stay together and find the forever home they’ve both worked so hard to deserve. A quieter home without young children would be the perfect fit for this special duo. The most rewarding cats aren’t always the ones who run to greet you on day one. Sometimes they’re the ones who slowly, bravely, choose you. And when Hazel decides you’re her person, you’ll know you’ve earned something truly priceless. ##2709117##
new badge
Photo of Crowley Valet

Crowley Valet

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Mount Laurel, NJ
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Meet Crowley – the tiny chatterbox with endless opinions! If you’re looking for peace and quiet…Crowley would like to have a word with you. Actually, he’d like to have lots of words with you. This handsome solid gray boy is convinced every thought deserves to be shared, and he’ll happily chirp, trill, squeak, and carry on the cutest conversations you’ve ever heard. He’s easily the most vocal foster we’ve ever had, and his hilarious little commentary makes every day more entertaining. Crowley’s journey wasn’t always so carefree. He and his family were rescued from a car wash during a brutal winter storm, where they were struggling to survive the freezing temperatures. While the rest of his siblings warmed up to people fairly quickly, Crowley decided he’d keep us guessing. He arrived with plenty of spice and needed some extra one-on-one time to learn that people could actually be pretty wonderful. And wow…has he come a long way. Today, Crowley is a quirky, playful, endlessly entertaining little guy with a huge personality packed into one very handsome gray package. Once you’ve earned his trust, you’ll have a tiny shadow who follows you around, offers his running commentary on absolutely everything, and keeps you laughing with his goofy antics and expressive little chirps. Crowley is especially devoted to his sweet stepsister, Hazel. She’s the quieter one of the duo, but she’s blossoming with Crowley’s encouragement and is gaining confidence every day. They balance each other beautifully, and we’d love nothing more than to see them find a forever home together. Because both kitties can be a little sensitive, they’d do best in a calm, quiet home without young children. They’ll need a family willing to let them settle in at their own pace—but once they do, you’ll discover something truly special. Some cats purr. Some cats meow. Crowley prefers to narrate his entire life…and trust us, it’s the cutest soundtrack you could ever ask for. If your home could use a little more laughter, a lot more conversation, and two incredibly deserving hearts, Crowley and Hazel are waiting to meet you. ##2709115##
new badge
Photo of McLovin McDonalds

McLovin McDonalds

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs
Mount Laurel, NJ
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Meet McLovin, our irresistible little nugget of love! Rescued from the McDonald’s parking lot after too many folks passed him by, he’s now ready for a true Happy Meal of a life—filled with love and comfort! This sweet, playful guy, about 2–3 years old, loves attention and even lets you sneak in those forehead kisses. He’s friendly with other cats (perhaps a combo meal with his buddy Hamburglar?)—but either way, he’s ready to turn your home into his forever drive-thru of happiness! ##2770545##
Bonded Pair
new badge
Photo of Periwinkle

Periwinkle

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Montclair, NJ
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Sapphire and Periwinkle are sisters who are looking for a home together. Sapphire is outgoing, while Periwinkle is initially shy, but when they get to know you they are sweet and silly, and oh so fluffy. Sapphire and Periwinkle are 1.5 years old, and although they are calmer than kittens, they still like to play. They particularly enjoy wand toys, and felt balls that they can chase and wrestle with. The girls are very bonded, and do everything together - they share food, play together, groom one another, and sleep together. Sapphire is the braver of the two, and she is the first to try new things and greet new people. But she always goes back to check on her sister. Periwinkle is shyer than her sister, and although she takes more time to settle in, once she trusts you she loves to cuddle and be held. Sapphire and Periwinkle are healthy, and are FeLV/FIV negative. They have been fecal tested and dewormed; have had their full series of FVRCP (distemper) and Rabies vaccines; are spayed; will be tested for Feline Bartonella; and will be microchipped. Sapphire and Periwinkle are fine with other cats, and with calm dogs. They have not been tested with young children. They must be adopted together. Do you have room for more fluff in your life? Email CAHadoptions@gmail.com for more information about adopting these beautiful girls.
Bonded Pair
new badge
Photo of Sapphire

Sapphire

Ragdoll

Female, Adult
Montclair, NJ
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Sapphire and Periwinkle are sisters who are looking for a home together. Sapphire is outgoing, while Periwinkle is initially shy, but when they get to know you they are sweet and silly, and oh so fluffy.  Sapphire and Periwinkle are 1.5 years old, and although they are calmer than kittens, they still like to play. They particularly enjoy wand toys, and felt balls that they can chase and wrestle with. The girls are very bonded, and do everything together - they share food, play together, groom one another, and sleep together. Sapphire is the braver of the two, and she is the first to try new things and greet new people. But she always goes back to check on her sister. Periwinkle is shyer than her sister, and although she takes more time to settle in, once she trusts you she loves to cuddle and be held. Sapphire and Periwinkle are healthy, and are FeLV/FIV negative. They have been fecal tested and dewormed; have had their full series of FVRCP (distemper) and Rabies vaccines; are spayed; will be tested for Feline Bartonella; and will be microchipped. Sapphire and Periwinkle are fine with other cats, and with calm dogs. They have not been tested with young children. They must be adopted together. Do you have room for more fluff in your life? Email CAHadoptions@gmail.com for more information about adopting these beautiful girls.
new badge
Photo of Pickle

Pickle

Domestic Shorthair

Female < 1 month
Vineland, NJ
Size
(when grown) -
Details
-
Story
-

Search for a kitten or cat

Use the search tool below to browse adoptable kittens and adult cats in New Jersey.

Kittens and cats in New Jersey cities

Cats in Absecon Cats in Allendale Cats in Asbury Park Cats in Atlantic City Cats in Atlantic Highlands Cats in Audubon Cats in Barrington Cats in Bayonne Cats in Beachwood Cats in Bellmawr Cats in Belmar Cats in Bergenfield Cats in Berlin Cats in Bernardsville Cats in Bloomingdale Cats in Bogota Cats in Boonton Cats in Bound Brook Cats in Bradley Beach Cats in Bridgeton Cats in Brielle Cats in Brigantine Cats in Burlington Cats in Butler Cats in Caldwell Cats in Camden Cats in Carlstadt Cats in Carteret Cats in Chatham Cats in Clayton Cats in Clementon Cats in Cliffside Park Cats in Clifton Cats in Closter Cats in Collingswood Cats in Cresskill Cats in Demarest Cats in Dover Cats in Dumont Cats in Dunellen Cats in East Orange Cats in East Rutherford Cats in Eatontown Cats in Edgewater Cats in Egg Harbor City Cats in Elizabeth Cats in Elmwood Park Cats in Emerson Cats in Englewood Cats in Englewood Cliffs Cats in Fair Haven Cats in Fair Lawn Cats in Fairview Cats in Fanwood Cats in Florham Park Cats in Fort Lee Cats in Franklin Cats in Franklin Lakes Cats in Freehold Cats in Garfield Cats in Garwood Cats in Glassboro Cats in Glen Ridge Cats in Glen Rock Cats in Gloucester City Cats in Guttenberg Cats in Hackensack Cats in Hackettstown Cats in Haddonfield Cats in Haddon Heights Cats in Haledon Cats in Hammonton Cats in Harrington Park Cats in Harrison Cats in Hasbrouck Heights Cats in Hawthorne Cats in Highland Park Cats in Highlands Cats in Hightstown Cats in Hillsdale Cats in Hoboken Cats in Hopatcong Cats in Jamesburg Cats in Jersey City Cats in Keansburg Cats in Kearny Cats in Kenilworth Cats in Keyport Cats in Kinnelon Cats in Leonia Cats in Lincoln Park Cats in Linden Cats in Lindenwold Cats in Linwood Cats in Little Ferry Cats in Little Silver Cats in Lodi Cats in Long Branch Cats in Madison Cats in Magnolia Cats in Manasquan Cats in Manville Cats in Margate City Cats in Matawan Cats in Maywood Cats in Mendham Cats in Metuchen Cats in Middlesex Cats in Midland Park Cats in Milltown Cats in Millville Cats in Montvale Cats in Morris Plains Cats in Morristown Cats in Mountainside Cats in Mount Arlington Cats in Mount Ephraim Cats in Neptune City Cats in Newark Cats in New Brunswick Cats in New Milford Cats in New Providence Cats in Newton Cats in North Arlington Cats in North Caldwell Cats in Northfield Cats in North Haledon Cats in North Plainfield Cats in Northvale Cats in North Wildwood Cats in Norwood Cats in Oakland Cats in Ocean City Cats in Oceanport Cats in Old Tappan Cats in Oradell Cats in Palisades Park Cats in Palmyra Cats in Paramus Cats in Park Ridge Cats in Passaic Cats in Paterson Cats in Paulsboro Cats in Penns Grove Cats in Perth Amboy Cats in Phillipsburg Cats in Pine Hill Cats in Pitman Cats in Plainfield Cats in Pleasantville Cats in Point Pleasant Beach Cats in Pompton Lakes Cats in Princeton Cats in Prospect Park Cats in Pt Pleasant Cats in Rahway Cats in Ramsey Cats in Raritan Cats in Red Bank Cats in Ridgefield Cats in Ridgefield Park Cats in Ridgewood Cats in Ringwood Cats in River Edge Cats in Rockaway Cats in Roseland Cats in Roselle Cats in Roselle Park Cats in Rumson Cats in Runnemede Cats in Rutherford Cats in Salem Cats in Sayreville Cats in Secaucus Cats in Somerdale Cats in Somers Point Cats in Somerville Cats in South Amboy Cats in South Bound Brook Cats in South Plainfield Cats in South River Cats in Spotswood Cats in Spring Lake Cats in Stratford Cats in Summit Cats in Tenafly Cats in Tinton Falls Cats in Totowa Cats in Trenton Cats in Union Beach Cats in Union City Cats in Upper Saddle River Cats in Ventnor City Cats in Vineland Cats in Waldwick Cats in Wallington Cats in Wanaque Cats in Washington Cats in Watchung Cats in Westfield Cats in West Long Branch Cats in West New York Cats in West Paterson Cats in Westville Cats in Westwood Cats in Wharton Cats in Wildwood Cats in Woodbury Cats in Woodcliff Lake Cats in Wood Ridge

Shelters & rescues in New Jersey

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Rescue

Cat Crew Rescue

Oradell, NJ 07649

Pet Types: cats

More an arrow icon

Rescue

Caring About The Strays Inc.

80 Kinderkamack Road, Westwood, NJ 07675

Pet Types: cats, dogs

More an arrow icon

Rescue

S.A.F.E. House Animal Rescue and Sanctuary, Inc

216 Westwood Ave, P.O. Box 832, Westwood, NJ 07675

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

More an arrow icon

Rescue

Friends For Life Animal Rescue

Paramus, NJ 07652

Pet Types: cats, dogs

More an arrow icon

Shelter

Paramus Animal Shelter

Carlough Drive, Paramus, NJ 07652

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, small animals

More an arrow icon

Rescue

Jersey Meows Cat Rescue

New Milford NJ 07646, NJ 07646

Pet Types: cats

More an arrow icon

Rescue

Happy Tails Animal Rescue

PO Box 143, Paramus, NJ 07653

Pet Types: cats, dogs

More an arrow icon

Rescue

Purry Paws

Paramus, NJ 07653

Pet Types: cats

More an arrow icon

Rescue

Chance at Life Cat Rescue

PO Box 4093, River Edge, NJ 07661

Pet Types: cats

More an arrow icon

Rescue

Closter Animal Welfare Society

Closter, NJ 07624

Pet Types: cats, dogs

More an arrow icon

Looking for a specific shelter or rescue?

For a comprehensive list of all shelters and rescues, try our search page. We have more than 17,000 organizations in our database with furry pals waiting for a new home!

Image of cat

Looking for a specific breed?

Select from the options below to view adoptable kittens and cats in New Jersey

Popular cat breeds