Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some furry felines near you? There are dozens of endearing cats up for adoption at animal shelters in and around New Orleans.
Animal shelters work hard to care for unhoused pets and connect them to loving homes. Hoodline used data from Petfinder to power this roundup of cats currently available for adoption.
(Details like pet availability, training, vaccinations and other features are based on data provided by Petfinder and may be subject to change; contact the shelter for the latest information.)
Wilma, British shorthair and calico mix
Wilma is a sweet female British shorthair and calico mix currently residing at Advocate & Rescue-Sue's Mews & Operation Save the Whodatt Fur Babies.
Wilma will get along great with your dogs, cats and children. She is already spayed and vaccinated. Fear not: She is already house-trained.
Wilma's current caretakers say:
Wilma is a 3-year-old calico that is extremely sweet and healthy. She’s great with people of all ages and was raised with small breed dogs and an another cat. This sweetheart was left at the shelter by the family of a relative of the owner when the owner moved to an extended care. She’s definitely the lap cat you’re looking for. She’s an adult, weighing about 5 pounds.
Read more about Wilma on Petfinder.
Parker, American shorthair and tabby mix
Parker is a lovable male American shorthair and tabby mix currently residing at Advocate & Rescue-Sue's Mews & Operation Save the Whodatt Fur Babies.
Parker plays well with others — he's happy to keep company with other cats, dogs and children. He has mastered his house-training etiquette. Parker is already neutered and vaccinated.
From Parker's current caretaker:
Parker was found by a loving family that unfortunately cannot keep him long-term due to allergies. He wandered up to their vacation cabin and they couldn’t leave him behind. Now he’s safe for now, neutered, tested and vaccinated ... and what a sweetheart!
Apply to adopt Parker today at Petfinder.
Rory, domestic shorthair
Rory is a sweet male domestic shorthair cat currently housed at ARNO (Animal Rescue New Orleans).
He's mastered his house-training etiquette. Rory is already neutered and vaccinated.
Here's more about Rory:
Hi! I'm Rory! A big ol' chunk of love who can be shy at first, but I'll warm up if you give me a lil love. Don't let my worried expression fool you, I am a sweet boy.
Read more about Rory on Petfinder.
Rachel, domestic shorthair
Rachel is a charming female domestic shorthair cat being cared for at Southern Animal Foundation.
Rachel likes to socialize — she loves other cats. She has been vaccinated and spayed. She is already house-trained.
From Rachel's current caretaker:
This sweet girl is Rachel and she has been with us about a year. She was thrown out in the parking lot of a restaurant and brought in by a good Samaritan. Rachel is very sweet, but very shy. Once she gets to know you, she is a total love bug. She loves other cats and would make a great addition to your family.
Read more about Rachel on Petfinder.
Shiva, tortoiseshell and British shorthair mix
Shiva is a sweet female tortoiseshell and British shorthair mix staying at Advocate & Rescue-Sue's Mews & Operation Save the Whodatt Fur Babies.
Shiva is ready to make friends — she loves other cats, dogs and children. Shiva is already spayed, and she has all her shots. She is already house-trained.
Notes from Shiva's caretakers:
Shiva is a shy but loving front-declawed female around 5-6 years old. She’s fine with non-aggressive dogs or cats. She would do well in a home with older children or respectful toddlers. She’s around 6 pounds and is healthy.
Read more about how to adopt Shiva on Petfinder.
Larry, tuxedo and American shorthair mix
Larry is a charming male tuxedo and American shorthair mix in the care of Advocate & Rescue-Sue's Mews & Operation Save the Whodatt Fur Babies.
Larry plays well with others — he'll get along great with your dogs, cats and children. His vaccinations are already up to date, and he is neutered. He is already house-trained.
From Larry's current caretaker:
Meet Larry, an adult male kitty found locally by a wonderful foster family. He is super loving and easygoing. He started out very thin and emaciated, but transformed into agorgeous tuxedo. He’s fully vetted and ready to find a forever home.
Read more about how to adopt Larry on Petfinder.
Sammy, domestic shorthair mix
Sammy is a male domestic shorthair mix currently residing at Animal Helper.
Sammy is friendly as can be, and he loves dogs, cats and kids. He has mastered his house-training etiquette. He is already vaccinated and neutered. Sammy is a special needs pet, so please inquire about his specific care requirements.
Sammy's current caretakers say:
Sammy is seriously the friendliest cat I've ever met. He is very confident. I let him free in my house and he walked around like he owned the place. Usually cats hide. He loves every person and animal he meets. He has zero fears. It's insane. He's not the biggest on getting picked up but he's made a lot of progress.
Read more about Sammy on Petfinder.
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