Dog-Friendly Cats for Adoption in Lancaster, CA: 17 Cats Good with Dogs
By Cats of the Day · Updated

Rescues and shelters within 50 miles of Lancaster have 17 dog-friendly cats up for adoption. Here are all 17, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.
Every cat on this page has been marked by their rescue as good with dogs, so they're a good fit if you already share your home with one.
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1. Sirius
Adult (1 year) · Male · Tabby / Mixed (short coat) · 23 mi from Lancaster


Sirius
is a sweet brown Tabby. He is about 10 months old. He was hand raised
here at the rescue so he is very lovable. He's great with other cats too.
Interested in this sweet boy then email us at the address below.
rescuesontherunway@aol.com
Thank you!
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
2. Loki
Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 13 mi from Lancaster




Loki cam to Paw Parent with his mom and 5 siblings, all of them pitch black. We were only able to distinguish them by putting different collars on them. Loki tends to be very shy like his mom and needs time to get to know you, but he is sweet and gentle. He would love to find a home with one of his siblings. He is 5 months old, neutered, up to date on all his shots and microchipped.Please call 661-724-0642 or email us at pawparent@gmail.com if you would like to make him part of your life.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
3. Rosy
Young · Female · Domestic Short Hair · 45 mi from Lancaster




Meet Rosy
This little foundling was dumped at a church—but thankfully, she found safe haven with a kindhearted rescuer who refused to leave her behind.
Rosy is now saying her prayers for a true forever home—and hoping someone special will become her savior.
At just 5 to 6 months old, Rosy is a sweet, social little girl who gets along beautifully with other cats and even lives peacefully with a senior Chihuahua. She is playful, curious, affectionate, and ready to bring endless joy and companionship to a loving family.
Read more about Rosy
Rosy has already been abandoned once. Now she needs someone who will answer her prayers and promise that she will never be left behind again.
Could you be the miracle Rosy has been waiting for?
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
4. Carmen
Adult · Female · Domestic Medium Hair (medium coat) · 45 mi from Lancaster







Meet Carmen
Carmen first came to us after being abandoned in a duffel bag alongside two different litters of kittens. Still little more than a kitten herself, she raised every one of her babies with patience, devotion, and quiet strength. After giving so much of herself, it should finally be Carmen’s turn to be someone’s whole world.
Read more about Carmen
Sadly, Carmen has been returned to us again. She has now experienced the heartbreak of losing several homes—not because she isn’t loving, but because none of them proved to be the right lifelong fit. This time, we are determined to find someone who truly understands her and is committed to giving her the stability she deserves.
According to her original foster, Carmen is “one of the most loving and affectionate cats she has ever known.” When Carmen feels safe and has a space to call her own, her personality blossoms. She seeks out attention and happily soaks up pets, affection, and companionship. She may not enjoy being picked up, but once you understand and respect her preferences, her love is incredibly genuine and rewarding.
Carmen’s most recent adopter reported some incidents of biting sock-covered feet, as well as grabbing, biting, and wrestling with arms or legs when she became overstimulated. We believe these behaviors may have been related to overzealous play, overstimulation, or redirected energy or aggression—not a lack of affection or an inherently aggressive temperament. They do not erase the deeply loving cat her fosters and volunteers know her to be, but they do mean Carmen needs a calm, patient, cat-savvy person who can recognize her signals, redirect her energy appropriately, respect her boundaries, and give her space when she needs it.
While other cats are not Carmen’s favorite thing, she has peacefully coexisted with cats at the adoption center. We believe she would be happiest as the only cat in her home, where she can relax and enjoy having her person and her space to herself. However, a home with another calm, respectful cat may be considered if the environment and personalities are truly the right fit.
She has also lived peacefully with a calm senior dog who largely ignored her, so she may do well with a similarly quiet, respectful dog who won’t pressure her to interact.
Carmen may not be the right cat for every household—but for the right person, she could be everything. She loves deeply, in her own language and on her own terms, and there is something incredibly special about earning the trust of a cat like her.
After surviving abandonment, raising two litters, and repeatedly losing the homes she thought were forever, Carmen deserves stability. She deserves to be chosen with intention, understood for exactly who she is, and loved for the rest of her life.
She deserves to finally come home.
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
5. Cal
Young · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 45 mi from Lancaster




Calypso “Cal”
Meet Cal — a sweet orange tabby with the gentlest soul and, somehow, the patience of a saint.
Cal has been returned twice, alongside his sister, and not because of anything either of them did wrong. His first adoption ended after a major health scare made it clear that his adopter simply wasn’t able to provide the care they needed. His second adopter promised it would be forever — but apparently a new job and a new boyfriend were enough to change those plans. And once again, Cal and his sister were the ones left packing their bags.
Read more about Cal
They deserve so much better. They deserve a home where they are cherished, celebrated, and loved for the incredible cats they are — not treated as disposable when life changes.
Cal is an absolute sweetheart. He’s affectionate, intelligent, gentle, and wonderfully even-tempered. And despite being an orange boy, he manages to keep his orange-boy antics to a minimum. He’s easygoing, social, and just an all-around fantastic guy.
This little lad came from a LARGE brood, born to an amazing mama named Meadow, who did an incredible job raising her babies to be the very best kittens around. Cal loves to play with everyone and is happiest when he gets to be part of the action. He’s the kind of cat who makes life better simply by being in it.
After everything he’s been through, Cal is still sweet. Still trusting. Still ready to love.
Now he just needs someone who will finally make good on the word forever. ❤️
Cal is looking for a loving, committed forever home — one that will stick with him through life’s changes and celebrate him for the wonderful cat he is.
Name: Calypso “Cal”
Personality: Gentle, affectionate, intelligent, playful & easygoing
Looking for: A true forever home
Because Cal shouldn’t have to wonder if he’s finally home. He should know.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
6. Sammy
Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 45 mi from Lancaster





Meet Sammy – The Big Brother
Sammy is proof that second chances can change everything.
He was rescued from a high-intake shelter just moments before he was scheduled to be euthanized. A tiny bottle baby without his mom, his future looked uncertain—but thanks to a dedicated foster family, he was given the chance to grow up safe, loved, and cherished.
As Sammy grew, he found himself taking on a new role: big brother. When another litter of orphaned bottle babies needed a family, Sammy welcomed them with open paws, growing up alongside them and showing them the ropes. He's been the patient, playful older sibling to this lively crew ever since.
Read more about Sammy
Now it's Sammy's turn to find a forever family of his very own.
Still a young cat himself, Sammy has all the playful energy, curiosity, and affectionate nature that make young cats such wonderful companions. Whether he's chasing toys, exploring every nook and cranny, or curling up after a busy day of adventures, Sammy is happiest when he's sharing life with those he loves.
Because he's always had feline companions, Sammy would likely love to be adopted with one of his younger "siblings" or into a home with another friendly cat who can be his playmate and best friend.
Sammy has spent his life helping other kittens feel safe. Now he's ready to discover what it's like to be the one who's cherished every single day. Could your family be the happy ending he's been waiting for?
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
7. Niccolite
Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 45 mi from Lancaster





Meet Niccolitte (Nicco)
Nico is proof that second chances can change everything.
He and his five siblings were rescued from a high-intake shelter just moments before they were scheduled to be euthanized. Tiny bottle babies without a mom, their future looked uncertain—but thanks to a dedicated foster family, they were given the chance to grow up safe, loved, and healthy.
Read more about Niccolite
Nico is ready to begin the next chapter of her story—with a family to call her own. She's part of a beautiful litter of six kittens who are growing up quickly and learning something new every day. Curious, playful, and full of potential, Nicolitte is looking for a home where she'll receive lots of love, patience, and opportunities to blossom into an amazing adult cat. She'd love to have a sibling by her side as she grows.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
8. Opal
Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 45 mi from Lancaster




Meet Opal
Opal is proof that second chances can change everything.
She and her five siblings were rescued from a high-intake shelter just moments before they were scheduled to be euthanized. Tiny bottle babies without a mom, their future looked uncertain—but thanks to a dedicated foster family, they were given the chance to grow up safe, loved, and healthy.
Read more about Opal
Sweet, playful, and impossibly adorable, Opal is everything people love about kittens! She spends her days discovering new toys, playing with her siblings, and perfecting the art of being irresistibly cute. Opal is searching for a family who understands that kittens thrive with companionship, so she'd love to be adopted with a sibling or have a young feline friend waiting for her at home.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
9. Portia
Young · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 45 mi from Lancaster







Portia
Meet Portia — a gorgeous calico girl with just the right amount of sass and a whole lot of sweetness.
Like her brother Cal, Portia has been returned twice, and not because of anything she did wrong. She and her brother have simply had an incredibly unfair run of bad luck with people who weren’t able to make the lifetime commitment they deserved.
Read more about Portia
Her first adoption ended after a major health scare with Cal made it clear that her adopter wasn’t able to provide the care they needed. The second adopter promised it would be forever — but a new job and a new boyfriend apparently changed the equation. And once again, Portia and her brother were the ones left behind.
None of this is their fault. They deserve a family who understands that adopting a cat means committing to them through all of life’s changes — not just when it’s convenient.
Portia is a calico through and through: she’s got opinions, she’s got personality, and she’s absolutely not afraid to let you know what she thinks. But underneath that sassy little exterior is an incredibly sweet, affectionate girl who loves her people and has so much love to give.
She came from a LARGE brood, raised by an amazing mama named Meadow, who took such good care of her babies and raised them to be the very best kittens around. Portia loves to play, enjoys being part of the action, and is an all-around fun, loving companion.
She’s sassy but SWEET, playful but affectionate, and full of personality — exactly what you want in a calico girl. ❤️
After being let down twice, Portia deserves a home that will finally show her what forever actually means.
A home where her sass is celebrated. Her sweetness is cherished. And her place in the family is never in question.
Portia is ready for her forever. And this time, we want it to really be forever. ❤️
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
10. Lola
Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 13 mi from Lancaster




Lola came to Paw Parent with her 5 siblings and mom. All of them pitch black! The only way to tell them apart is by the different collars they are wearing :) Lola is incredibly sweet and loves a good belly rub. Her favorite past time is playing with her siblings and taking a nap. She would love to find a home with another kitten or cat present or even better with one of her siblings.She is 5 months old, spayed, vaccinated and has a microchip. She is ready to join her new family. Will it be yours? Please call 661-724-0642 or email us at pawparent@gmail.com if you would like to meet her.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
11. Kenya
Kitten · Domestic Medium Hair (medium coat) · 13 mi from Lancaster




Little Kenya and her 5 siblings were born on a patio to a stray mom, herself almost a kitten still. The people whose patio it was could not bring them inside and were calling around to rescues for help. We made arrangements and were able to welcome them and their mother to Paw Parent. All of her siblings and her mother are pitch-black like herself. She is the only one of her siblings that is distinguishable from them by her coat. Her coat is medium length while all her siblings have short coats. Kenya is the runt of the litter and cutest little thing. She loves to be cuddled and a good belly rub. It would be fabulous if she could find a home together with one of her siblings.She is 5 months old, neutered, up to date with all her shots and microchipped.She is ready to brighten up someone's life. Please call 661-724-0642 or email us at pawparent@gmail.com if you would like to meet her.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
12. Lily
Kitten · Female · Domestic Medium Hair (medium coat) · 13 mi from Lancaster




Lili came to Paw Parent with her 5 siblings and mom. All of them pitch black! The only way to tell them apart is by the different collars they are wearing :) Lily is incredibly sweet and affectionate and loves to have her belly rubbed. Her favorite past time is playing with her siblings and taking a nap. She would love to find a home with another kitten or cat present or even better with one of her siblings.She is 5 months old, spayed, vaccinated and has a microchip. She is ready to join her new family. Will it be yours? Please call 661-724-0642 or email us at pawparent@gmail.com if you would like to meet her.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
13. Rambo
Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 13 mi from Lancaster




Rambo and his 5 siblings were born on a patio to a stay mom, herself almost a kitten still. The people whose patio it was could not bring them inside and were calling around to rescues for help. We made arrangements and were able to welcome them and their mother to Paw Parent. All of his siblings and his mother are pitch-black and only distinguishable with different colored collars. Rambo is very playful and friendly and loves a good belly rub. He would love to find ha home with another cat or kitty already present or even better with one of his siblings.He is 3 months old, neutered, up to date with all his shots and microchipped.He is ready for his new forever home. Please call 661-724-0642 or email us at pawparent@gmail.com if you would like to meet him.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
14. Sharky
Kitten · Male · Russian Blue / Mixed (short coat) · 45 mi from Lancaster




Meet Sharky & Chili (current names under foster care - subject to change)
These cute boys were just
2 weeks old
when they were dumped at a shelter. At that age, kittens require around-the-clock bottle feeding, and because the shelter didn’t have the resources to provide that level of care, they were automatically placed on the euthanasia list that very day.
Thankfully, they were rescued just in time and welcomed into the loving hands of an incredible bottle-feeding foster. From fragile babies fighting for a chance at life, they’ve grown into healthy, happy little adventurers.
Read more about Sharky
Today, Sharky and Chili are everything you could want in kittens:
curious, playful, fearless, and full of personality.
They spend their days chasing toys, wrestling with each other, and exploring every corner they can find. But once they’re done causing adorable chaos, they’re more than happy to curl up in your lap for a nap and remind you just how sweet they are.
Having been raised by humans since they were tiny, they are affectionate, social, and thrive on companionship. They share a special bond and would love to continue their adventures together.
These boys were given a second chance at life. Now they’re looking for the family that will give them the happily ever after they deserve
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
15. Dory
Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 45 mi from Lancaster




Meet Baby Dory! Like her namesake, Dory’s story began with a big adventure. She was discovered trapped inside a grate, where she and her siblings had been stuck for at least two days while their mama desperately meowed nearby for help. By the time a kind Good Samaritan rescued her in the middle of the night, her mom and siblings had disappeared, leaving little Dory alone in a box.
Thankfully, Dory’s luck changed when one of our incredible fosters stepped in and bottle-fed her, giving her all the love and care she needed to thrive. Today, she’s a healthy, happy, and absolutely fearless little girl.
Read more about Dory
Dory is sweet, affectionate, and full of nonstop kitten antics. She loves to play, explore, climb, and then curl up for cuddles when she’s finally worn herself out. She’s wonderful with kids, gets along great with other cats, and would likely do well with cat-friendly dogs.
Because she’s still a baby with endless energy, Dory
must
go to a home with another young, playful kitten or be adopted with a feline friend. She’s looking for a partner in crime who can keep up with her zoomies and help her grow into a confident adult cat.
After surviving such a difficult start, Dory deserves a lifetime of love, laughter, and adventure.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
16. Tilli
Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 45 mi from Lancaster



Tilli is a sweet 10–12 week old kitten with a big heart and an even bigger story.
This little girl was discovered crying from inside an outdoor HVAC unit, all alone and desperately asking for help. Thankfully, a kind neighbor came to her rescue, and since then Tilli has shown everyone just how loving and resilient she is.
Tilli is affectionate, playful, and full of kitten charm. She loves attention, enjoys being around people, and is quickly learning that the world can be a safe and happy place. Whether she’s chasing toys, exploring her surroundings, or curling up for a nap, she brings joy wherever she goes.
Read more about Tilli
Tilli did receive a positive FIV test as a very young kitten, but kittens tested at this age can sometimes carry maternal antibodies that result in false positives. Because of this, her status remains uncertain until she can be retested when she’s older.
For now, Tilli is simply looking for what every kitten deserves: a loving family to call her own.
Could Tilli be the missing piece in your family?
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
17. Rusty
Young (7 months) · Male · Tabby (short coat) · 23 mi from Lancaster


Rusty
is a darling lovable 7 month old Orange Tabby. He's so cute! He loves to be
held and pet. He is litter box trained and loves other cats and kind dogs. He arrive as a kitten from the shelter with a bad eye. We treated it for months and it is not a visual eye for him but you would never know. Rusty loves life and his frosted eye doesn't bother him a bit.
Interested in Rusty then please send an email to:
rescuesontherunway@aol.com
Rusty is the brother of Lucas. Lucas was adopted.
or text to
(661)305-5700.
Thank you!!
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
Bringing a cat home to your dog
Tell the rescue about your dog: their size, age and energy. A cat who has lived with a calm dog may still be nervous around a bouncy puppy.
Introduce them slowly. Keep the cat in a room of their own for the first few days, swap bedding so they get used to each other's scent, and then let them meet with the dog on a leash.
Make sure the cat can always get somewhere the dog can't reach, and keep the litter box and food bowls out of the dog's way.
Rescues with dog-friendly cats near Lancaster
- Stray No MoreLos Angeles, CA · 10 dog-friendly cats above
- Paw ParentLancaster, CA · 5 dog-friendly cats above
- Rescues On The RunwaySanta Clarita, CA · 2 dog-friendly cats above
Questions about adopting dog-friendly cats in Lancaster
How many dog-friendly cats are up for adoption in Lancaster?
As of October 29, 2026, rescues and shelters within 50 miles of Lancaster, California, have 17 dog-friendly cats up for adoption. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a dog-friendly cat in Lancaster?
The rescues with the most dog-friendly cats near Lancaster right now are Stray No More (Los Angeles, CA), Paw Parent (Lancaster, CA) and Rescues On The Runway (Santa Clarita, CA). Each cat above has the rescue's phone number and website.
How do I introduce a cat to my dog?
Slowly. Give the cat a room of their own for a few days, let them get used to each other's scent first, then let them meet with the dog on a leash, rewarding calm behavior. Always give the cat an escape route.
Listings are updated daily. Rescues are responsible for their own listings; a cat may have been adopted since this page was updated.