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These adorable cats are available for adoption in Matthews, North Carolina. 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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Zaffer

American Shorthair

Male, Adult
Matthews, NC
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Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained,
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Need to rehome Zaffer His bonded pair “brother” died a year ago and he’s definitely missing the companionship of other cats. He’s never been lovey towards me and doesn’t cuddle with me. He’s litter trained and eats dry food but is otherwise kinda feral. I truly believe that a better human with a new feline friend would make him so much happier. I really feel bad that he chooses to hide in one upstairs bedroom when he has free rein over the house and I’d love nothing more than to have him cuddle with me. Again, I think he’s smart and sweet at heart. He just needs someone better able to break through his shell. My living situation is also changing and I can no longer keep him. To be clear I’m not rehoming him because he doesn’t cuddle with me. I am moving and cannot take him. I just want to be honest about his behavior. Is anyone up to the challenge of winning over this little guy? In the Matthews area but willing to arrange adoption in the greater Charlotte area.

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Jango

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Matthews, NC
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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I got Jango from Rehome last year from a couple who described him as the chillest cat they’ve ever had and that has been my experience as well. He is a gigantic love, will snuggle and cuddle for hours. He is not reactive like most cats, you can pet his belly and play with his paws and he is totally chill with it. I’ve literally never had him get close to smacking and biting me. They had him in a house with other dogs and cats and said he got along great with them. He's not picky about food and loves to play but isn’t hyperactive. He is super shy so my recommendation is to let him warm up to you and don’t force it. He will come out of his shell in a couple days and you will be blessed with the best cat ever!!!

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Owla

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Matthews, NC
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Owla is literally the nicest cat on earth. Perfect litter box habits. She’s around 4 years old and very healthy except for being overweight. Her vet says there is nothing wrong with her. She’s been on a weight management diet for a while but hasn’t lost any. Maybe her body just wants her to stay a chubby teddy bear. Lol Owla is very affectionate and talkative and her meows make you giggle with how long they are. She also has the loudest purr you’ve ever heard. My daughter has become allergic to cats, so this is why I’m hoping to find her a loving family who doesn’t mind a chubby sweetheart like Owla.

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Jo-Jo

American Shorthair

Female, Young
Matthews, NC
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
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Please give her a loving home. She is so sweet and playful. She loves playing fetch and hide and seek with you. She loves to cuddle. She does good with other pets and kids.

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Emi

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Matthews, NC
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Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Emi is about 4 years old. She is sweet and loves to cuddle. I adopted her about 2 weeks ago. But with my work schedule being more than 40 hours a week I feel that I don’t get enough time with her. Hoping she finds a home where her person is home more than me. I have a self cleaning litter box, cat tower and all her toys and her bed. She settled nicely in a short amount of time and is smart and curious.

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Mouse

American Shorthair

Female, Senior
Matthews, NC
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Mouse is 14 years old but seems a lot younger.We took her to the vet on 9-28-26 and the vet ran blood and urine tests. She said she’s very healthy for her age with zero health issues. Her name comes from her round ears and a meow that sounds like a mouse’s squeak. She’s one of the nicest cats I’ve ever known and the friendliest. She likes everyone she meets and will greet anyone who comes to visit you. She loves all people and animals, and if the dog is nice to her, she will be especially happy. She loves dogs.She is also very devoted. She took a liking to my mom years ago and when my mom passed away, Mouse sat on the stairs and waited for her to come home for 3 months before she finally gave up. It was so sweet and sad. Why we are rehoming her: My daughter has developed an allergy to cats, and I can’t keep her since I’m in an apartment with a 2 pet limit.Mouse also has perfect litter box habits.

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Cat shelters and rescues in Matthews, North Carolina

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

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The Mutty Misfits

Matthews, NC 28104

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Hywel Dda

Matthews, NC 28105

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Elsa's Pride, Inc

Charlotte, NC 28270

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Green Acres Animal Rescue

Charlotte, NC 28211

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

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Miller's Rescue

Charlotte, NC 28211

Pet Types: cats

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A Cats Tale (Kitten Rescue)

Charlotte, NC 28227

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Zachs Rescue

Charlotte, NC 28227

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Friends of Feral Felines

P.O. Box 473385, Charlotte, NC 28247

Pet Types: cats

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Furever Angels Animal Rescue of Charlotte

Charlotte, NC 28271

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Violet's House Cat Rescue

Charlotte, NC 28277

Pet Types: cats

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