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Kittens and cats in South Carolina

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

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These adorable cats are available for adoption in South Carolina. To learn more about each adoptable cat, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Wraith's adoption status with email updates.
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Wraith

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Lexington, SC
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
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🐾✨ AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION – WRAITH ✨🐾 📍 Location: Lexington, SC 🐱 Name: Wraith 🎂 Age: ~3 months (DOB approx. 11/30/25) 🐾 Breed: DSH – Brown Tabby 👧 Sex: Female 💉 Spayed / Vetting: ✔️ Spayed ✔️ 1 round of FVRCP vaccine ✔️ Up to date on flea & heartworm prevention ✔️ Dewormed ✔️ Microchipped 🐶🐱👶 Good with dogs/cats/kids: Good with everything she has met so far! 💔 Her Story: Wraith was dumped with her brother, but thankfully they were rescued and given the care they needed. Now that she’s healthy and vetted, she’s ready to find a safe and loving forever home. ❤️ 💖 Personality: Wraith is very friendly, curious, and sweet. She enjoys attention and has no problem being held. She’s the perfect mix of playful kitten energy and cuddly companion. 🐾 📩 Interested in adopting Wraith? Email or send a message! Please include her name (Wraith) if you message, as we are helping multiple rescue animals find homes right now. 📋 Adoption application & contract required to ensure a great home and completion of remaining vetting (2 additional FVRCP vaccines + rabies). 🐱💉 Let’s help this sweet girl find the forever family she deserves! 🏡💕
We'll also keep you updated on Octane's adoption status with email updates.
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Octane

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Lexington, SC
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Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained,
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🐾 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION – OCTANE 🐾 📍 Location: Lexington, SC Meet Octane — a handsome little guy with a big personality and an even bigger heart! 💙 🐱 Name: Octane 🎂 Age: ~3 months (DOB approx. 11/30/25) 🐾 Breed: Domestic Shorthair – Dilute/Grey Tabby ⚧ Sex: Male 💉 Vetting: ✔️ Neutered ✔️ 1 round of FVRCP vaccine ✔️ Up to date on flea & heartworm prevention ✔️ Dewormed ✔️ Microchipped 🐶🐱👶 Compatibility: Octane has done great with everyone he’s met so far! He’s a very social little guy. 💔 His Story: Octane was found dumped and covered in diesel, but thankfully he was rescued and cleaned up. After receiving the care he needed, he’s now healthy and ready to find the loving home he deserves. ✨ Personality: Octane is very friendly, curious, and loves attention. He has no problem being picked up and handled. He’s also bigger than average for his age — weighing 4.6 lbs at just 13 weeks (most kittens his age are closer to 3 lbs), so he will likely grow into a larger adult cat. 📩 Interested in adopting Octane? Please message if interested! If messaging, include Octane’s name since we are helping several rescue animals find homes right now. 📋 Adoption Requirements: An adoption application and contract are required to ensure a great home and completion of remaining vetting (2 additional FVRCP vaccines + rabies). Let’s find this sweet boy the safe, loving home he deserves! 🐾💙
We'll also keep you updated on Huckleberry's adoption status with email updates.
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Huckleberry

Domestic Shorthair

Male
Camden, SC
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Hi there, I’m Huckleberry, your future partner in purrime crime and professional lap warmer (floor edition). I used to run with a tough crowd — alley cats, raccoons, one weird squirrel. But now? I’m reformed. I’ve discovered the three great joys of life: cuddles, kibble, and that magical hand humans use to scritch behind my ears (seriously, where did y’all learn that?!). I’m a big fan of string feather wands (aka “bird impersonation devices”), treats (yes, I will hear the bag crinkle from three rooms away), and lap lounging — but only when you’re sitting on the floor. Chairs are for amateurs. If I chirp at you, it’s not bird talk — it’s my polite way of saying, “Excuse me, human, your attention, meow please.” I get along great with other cats, too — I’m more of a “share the sunbeam” kind of guy than a “drama in the litter box” type. So if you’re looking for a sweet, slightly bashful boy who will purr-suade you to give him snacks, playtime, and love… I’m your Huck. Huckleberry =^..^=, DSH Black, Male, DOB 4/11/2025 Adoption Application - Cat Around Town Project March 9, 2026, 6:34 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Lord Pawington*'s adoption status with email updates.
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Lord Pawington*

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 yrs
Anderson, SC
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We'll also keep you updated on Smokey's adoption status with email updates.
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Smokey

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 yrs
Anderson, SC
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We'll also keep you updated on Ginger's adoption status with email updates.
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Ginger

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 yrs
Anderson, SC
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Shelters & rescues in South Carolina

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

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Duffie’s Dames Animal Rescue and Sanctuary - SC

Myrtle Beach, SC 29575

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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The Noah Program

1011 6th Ave. North, Surfside Beach, SC 29575

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Safe Haven 4 Cats SC

PO Box 51521, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579

Pet Types: cats

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Grand Strand Humane Society

3241 Mr. Joe White Avenue, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Peace, Love, & Paws, Inc

Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

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Horry County Animal Care Center

1923 Industrial Park Road, Bldg #1, Conway, SC 29527

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Sav-R-Cats

P.O. Box 2740, Myrtle Beach, SC 29578

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Waccamaw Animal Rescue Mission

P.O. Box 1764, Conway, SC 29528

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

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Whiskers Animal Rescue and Sanctuary

P.O. Box 70060, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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All4Paws

708 Petigru Drive, Pawleys Island, SC 29585

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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