Washington, D.C./ Fun & Entertainment
Published on January 31, 2020
Looking to adopt a pet? Here are 6 cute-as-can-be kittens to adopt now in WashingtonPhotos: Petfinder

Looking to add a new companion to the family? There are dozens of cuddly kittens up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Washington, so you won't have to look far to find the perfect new pal.

Hoodline used data from Petfinder to power this roundup of kittens available for adoption near you. Read on to meet some friendly, furry locals.

(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.)


Sherlock, domestic shorthair

Sherlock is a charming male domestic shorthair kitten currently housed at City Dogs Rescue & City Kitties.

Sherlock is happy to keep company with other cats. He is already house-trained, and he has been vaccinated.

From his current caretaker:

Sherlock is 3 months old, sweet, friendly and playful. 

Read more about Sherlock on Petfinder.

Isabel, tabby and domestic shorthair mix

Isabel is a lovable female tabby and domestic shorthair kitten staying at City Dogs Rescue & City Kitties.

Isabel is the life of the party, and she gets along well with other cats. Have no fear: She's already house-trained and vaccinated.

Read more about Isabel on Petfinder.

Dorothy, domestic longhair

Dorothy is a female domestic longhair kitten currently residing at City Dogs Rescue & City Kitties.

She is already house-trained and vaccinated.

Dorothy's current caretakers say:

Dorothy can only be adopted into a home with no other cats or with one or more of her litter mates, Millicent and Furby. 

Read more about how to adopt Dorothy on Petfinder.

Heathcliff, domestic shorthair

Heathcliff is a handsome male domestic shorthair kitten currently housed at City Dogs Rescue & City Kitties.

He is happy to keep company with other cats. He is already house-trained and vaccinated.

Heathcliff's current caretakers say:

Brothers Heathcliff, Sweet Potato and Butterscotch are an adorable trio of orange fluff. They are new to the rescue and we can't wait to find out more about them.

Apply to adopt Heathcliff today at Petfinder.

Sweet Potato, domestic shorthair

Sweet Potato is a male domestic shorthair kitten in the care of City Dogs Rescue & City Kitties.

Sweet Potato is ready to make friends — he'll get along great with your other cats. He has mastered his house-training etiquette, and his vaccinations are up to date.

Read more about Sweet Potato on Petfinder.

Colby Jack, domestic shorthair mix

Colby Jack is a darling male domestic shorthair kitten being kept at Lucky Dog Animal Rescue.

Colby Jack plays well with others, and he's happy to keep company with dogs and cats. He has had all of his shots.

Notes from Colby his caretakers:

Colby Jack is a very tender and loving kitten. He absolutely loves to be held and will grab your leg and beg you to pick him up. He purrs like crazy. So if you're looking for unconditional kitty love, then Colby Jack is the right kitten for you. 

Read more about how to adopt Colby Jack on Petfinder.


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