Cats for Adoption in Los Alamitos, CA: 20 Cats Looking for a Home
By Cats of the Day · Updated

607 cats and kittens are waiting for homes at 20 rescues and shelters within 25 miles of Los Alamitos. Here are the 20 nearest, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.
Of the cats up for adoption within 25 miles of Los Alamitos, 256 kittens, 132 young cats, 179 adults and 36 seniors. Most are domestic shorthairs and other mixed breeds, but you'll also find Siamese cats.
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1. Pepper Jack
Adult (1 year 4 months) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 3 mi from Los Alamitos



Pepper Jack is a sweet, gentle boy estimated to have been born May 25, 2025. He may be a little shy when you first meet him, but give him time and you’ll soon see his lovely personality shine. Pepper Jack absolutely loves face rubs and will reward you with the most adorable, loud purrs. He enjoys a peaceful environment, but don’t let his laid-back nature fool you—he still loves to play and have fun. Pepper Jack is looking for someone who will let him blossom at his own pace. If you’re looking for a mellow, affectionate companion, Pepper Jack may be your perfect match.
- House-trained
2. Savanah
Young (8 months) · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 3 mi from Los Alamitos



On Mother’s Day, Savannah was found on the front stoop of an apartment scared to death. Savanah had made it indoors and into an open mailbox to hide. That’s when the person who found her brought her home.
Read more about Savanah
The first two weeks, Savanah hid in the closet and under her bed. Since then, she has been spending more and more time in the living room with rescuer, the other cats, and a frenchie. She no longer hides! She’s NOT needy at all, doesn’t demand attention, and finally enjoys being pet and purrs easily. She cuddles up on the bed whenever she gets a chance. She’s a very sweet soul! No behavior concerns and is low/mid energy. She spends her time birdwatching from the windowsill. With just a bit of patience and love, she should warm up to any calm and loving home in no time.
This is a courtesy post for Savannah's finder. Please fill out an application if you are interested in adopting her and it will be sent to the finder so she can contact you.
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
3. Westley
Kitten (3 months 30 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 3 mi from Los Alamitos



Westley was found all alone, barely surviving in a parking lot. He was very skinny and scared. Luckily he has discovered that life is worth living and now that he's learned to play, he rarely stops! He's still a bit shy, but he loves to purr, LOVES to be petted, and has the cutest chirpy meow! Westley is ready for his happily ever after with another kitty he can play and snuggle with.
4. Flower
Kitten (3 months 3 days) · Female · Domestic Medium Hair / Mixed (medium coat) · 3 mi from Los Alamitos



Flower is a very energetic young kitten who loves to play! She's very inquisitive and loves to explore when she's not busy zooming around. She loves to eat, enjoys being snuggled, and always has a lot to say! Flower needs to be adopted into a home with another young kitty she can play and cuddle with.
5. Quicksilver
Kitten (5 months 6 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 3 mi from Los Alamitos



Quicksilver is a beautiful silver tabby boy who was found all alone in a parking lot. We have no idea where he came from or how he got there, but we're glad he's safe. He's shy at first, and needs a patient family who will give him the time to bloom at his own pace. He loves to be petted and is crazy about treats! He'd love to be adopted into a home with his best friend Odysseus or another young kitty he can wrestle and snuggle with.
6. Odysseus
Kitten (6 months) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 3 mi from Los Alamitos






Handsome kitten Odysseus was found roaming around outside a movie theater all by himself. It took us over a month to track down and catch our little epic adventurer! We were worried that he would be too old to learn to love humans, but he has decided to trade in his life of a wanderer for life as a pampered house cat. He's still a bit shy, but he LOVES being petted and has an amazing purr when you rub his cheeks and ears. He's a very playful and curious boy and would love to be adopted with his best friend Quicksilver or into a home with another young kitty he can snuggle and wrestle with.
7. Trouble
Young (8 months) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 3 mi from Los Alamitos





Looking for a little trouble in your life? The good kind, of course!
Meet
Trouble
, an adorable 8-month-old black kitten with a heart full of love and a personality that shines as bright as his green eyes. This sweet boy is affectionate, playful, and absolutely loves attention. In fact, even during his quarantine period, he can’t get enough pets, cuddles, and time with his caretaker!
As you can see from his photo, Trouble has plenty to say—mostly about how much he’d like someone to love him forever. ❤️
Read more about Trouble
Trouble is currently finishing up his two-week quarantine and will be ready to start meeting potential adopters in about a week. He’s looking for a family that will cherish him, spoil him with affection, and give him the forever home he deserves.
About Trouble:
• Approximately 8 months old
• Super affectionate and people-loving
• Playful, curious, and full of personality
• Gorgeous sleek black coat and striking eyes
• Ready for a lifetime of snuggles and companionship
- House-trained
8. Tootsie
Young (8 months) · Female · Tortoiseshell / Mixed (short coat) · 3 mi from Los Alamitos




Meet Tootsie!
Tootsie is a sweet, approximately 9-month-old girl who absolutely loves attention. She enjoys being petted, getting affection, and spending time with her people. Once she knows you’re there to give her some love, she’s happy to soak it all up!
But there’s something especially important about Tootsie— she needs a kitty friend in her forever home!
❤️
Tootsie is ready to find her forever family where she can be loved, spoiled, and continue having a feline friend by her side.
Could you be the forever home Tootsie has been waiting for?
- House-trained
9. Kitten Calypso
Kitten (4 months 21 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 3 mi from Los Alamitos




Hi, my name is Calypso. I was four months old when I was rescued from an overcrowded shelter. Something was wrong with my eyes, they were tiny slits, and I could not see with them. It seems I was born that way, but the rest of me is fine. I had surgery to remove both my eyes, and now I am fully recovered and ready for my forever home. I may be a little timid when I first meet new people, but I like attention and pets. My lack of vision is not slowing me down one bit. I am a very active kitten, and I love to play and run around. I have no any trouble finding my food or my litter box. I just need a home where my things stay in the same place so I can find them. I have lots of love to give, and I hope to find a home soon.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
10. Mitzi
Adult (1 year) · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 3 mi from Los Alamitos




Hi, my name is Mitzi. I am a very friendly girl, so I think I had a home once. I wandered into a yard, and the lady thought her dogs might hurt me, so she brought me to SBACC. I am a very active cat who still has lots of kitten energy. I love to run around, explore, and play. I am also talkative and will let you know when I want something. In addition to being friendly, I am affectionate and enyoy being held and cuddled. Some people might say I am the purrfect cat, so I expect to find my forever home very, very soon. And, BTW, I am also pretty cute.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
11. Taylor
Adult (1 year) · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 3 mi from Los Alamitos


Hi, my name is Taylor. I was left behind when my person moved, and I spent weeks hanging out in a backyard. She noticed something strange on my nose and was not sure whether it was an injury or an infection, but she did not want it to get worse, so she brought me to SBACC. The vet checked me out and even did a skin biopsy, which showed no parasitic infections, but they said I probably had flea or other insect bites. It is taking me a little while to get used to life at SBACC, and I am just starting to emerge from the cubby that I have been hiding in. I am a really friendly cat, and I like people and pets. I am not looking my best right now because of my nose injury, but it is starting to get better, and I know I will be looking great pretty soon. I am hoping for a forever home before the holidays.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
12. Bella
Adult (5 years 2 months) · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Calico / Mixed (medium coat) · 3 mi from Los Alamitos




Hi, my name is Bella. I was rescued from an overcrowded shelter and brought to SBACC. It was obvious that I was very pregnant, and I delivered six kittens in my foster home the very next day. Sadly, one of them did not survive, but the other five have grown into happy, healthy kittens and will soon be ready for their forever homes. I took very good care of my kittens, but I am now done with motherhood and ready to be loved and pampered in my own home. My foster Mom says that I am the sweetest cat you will ever meet. I am very vocal and love to chat with my people, always letting you know when I want attention. More than anything, I love curling up in your lap and soaking up all the cuddles I can get. If you are looking for a loving companion who wants to be by your side, I am the perfect lap cat and will happily keep you company every chance I get.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
13. Kitten Latte
Kitten (3 months 23 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 3 mi from Los Alamitos


Hi, my name is Latte. I was eight weeks old when an SBACC volunteer rescued me from the wheel well of a car. After coming to SBACC I went to a foster home with another orphaned kitten. I am a shy but affectionate boy. I will hide when I’m feeling insecure. Once I warm up to my environment I become a sweet and affectionate kitty. I like to play and would love to cuddle up next to you and I purr when I am happy. I never scratch or bite and I am good with other cats and kids! I would do best in a quiet home and with someone with patience who will wait for me to come out of my shell and be the loving kitten that I am.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
14. Lenore Dove
Adult (5 years) · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 3 mi from Los Alamitos




Hi, my name is Lenore Dove, and I am a survivor. I had been abused, but luckily I was rescued and brought to SBACC. Someone who feeds feral cats found me. I had been dumped in a colony of ferals, and she knew I was in bad shape and did not belong there. I had a severely damaged eye that ruptured and had to be removed, and I had bruising on my abdomen and chest that looked like I had been kicked. I also had sores and scabs on my neck and head. I am a bit shy and timid, but I warm up quickly to quiet, gentle people. The people who care for me at SBACC say I am very sweet. I am hoping to find a home where I will be safe and loved forever and ever.
- House-trained
15. Henna
Adult (2 years 1 month) · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Tuxedo / Mixed (short coat) · 3 mi from Los Alamitos


Hi, my name is Henna. I was rescued from an abandoned property along with my two kittens. They went to a foster home, but I stayed at SBACC. I was not in very good shape. I had a severely damaged eye that had to be removed, and I have a significant head tilt. Some specialists have checked it out, and they think it’s due to an ear infection and some inner ear issues. It might be with me forever. Despite this, I am a very friendly girl and a ball of energy. I am hoping for a forever home, and I would probably do best as an only cat.
- Only cat
- House-trained
16. Kitten Elody
Kitten (3 months 18 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 3 mi from Los Alamitos


Hi, my name is Elody. I was rescued from an overcrowded shelter when I was about 5-6 weeks old. I had a URI and an eye infection, and my URI turned out to be pneumonia. After lots of antibiotics, both are gone now. One eye is fine, but the other is cloudy and probably always will be. That does not slow me down, and I love to run around and play. I am shy with new people but will become a lovebug once I warm up. I liked the older cats in my foster home and would love a quiet home with another cat. I could be an only kitty, but only if I get lots of love and attention
- Good with cats
- House-trained
17. Kitten Popplio
Kitten (3 months 13 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 3 mi from Los Alamitos



Hi, my name is Popplio. My two sibs and I were rescued from an overcrowded shelter when we were six weeks old. We came to SBACC and then went to a foster home. I am the shyest of my sibs and slow to warm up to new people. However, once I know I can trust you, I will be by your side, purring. Loud noises and fast movements scare me, but I will come running to play with a wand toy. I love to chase and play with my brothers and with all kinds of toys. This is what my foster Mom says about me. “She makes the cutest little coos when she is happily playing, and she is a little character who knows what she loves and when she wants attention.
Read more about Kitten Popplio
She will even meow if she wants extra attention or tilt her head to be extra cute for you!” I would do best in a calm, quiet home, with another kitten or young cat for company. I will need lots of attention and playtime with my humans. My brothers and I are in one pic together.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
18. Kitten Pumpkaboo
Kitten (3 months 13 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 3 mi from Los Alamitos



Hi, my name is Pumpkaboo. My two sibs and I were rescued from an overcrowded shelter when we were six weeks old. We came to SBACC and then went to a foster home. My foster Mom says I look just like the starry sky with my rich black fur flecked with sparkling silver stars. I love being carried around like a baby or riding on your shoulder, and I will always quietly come to you for love. I do not like competing for attention, but I would love to be the center of your world. I will wake you with kisses and pull you in for face nuzzles. I love chasing balls, wand toys, feathers, streamers, or even your sandals! I am a super-active cuddlebug and ready for my forever home. I could be an only kitten if I get lots of attention and playtime with my humans, but it would be much more fun to go home with one of my sibs or with another kitten or young cat. All three of us are in one pic.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
19. Kitten Udon
Kitten (4 months) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 3 mi from Los Alamitos



Hi, my name is Udon. I was rescued from an overcrowded shelter when I was three months old. One of my front paws was injured. X-rays did not show any breaks, and the vet said it might be nerve damage, so I went to a neurologist. He said it was definitely nerve damage and that maybe I had been hit by a car. He said there was no treatment for it, that physical therapy might or might not help, and that it is best that I not jump from high places or play too rough. I spent some time in a foster home, and I got around just fine; my paw hasn't slowed me down or stopped me from climbing and batting toys around.
Read more about Kitten Udon
My foster Mom says I am incredibly friendly, very playful, curious, and sweet. I love attention and will purr as soon as you pick me up. I even understood the boundaries and was respectful of the 19-year-old cat in my foster home. My foster Mom says I would do best with another kitten or young cat in my forever home because I really need a furry friend and playmate.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
20. Kitten Neville
Kitten (2 months 17 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 3 mi from Los Alamitos


Hi, my name is Neville. My three siblings and I were rescued from a backyard when we were about five weeks old. We came to SBACC and then went to a foster home. Our foster mom says we have been a great litter of kittens. We never hid, and from the moment we arrived, we were comfortable, happy, affectionate, and playful. She can even vacuum without us freaking out. She says I am sweet, silly, and absolutely irresistible! I am always ready for love and attention, and I purr all the time to show you how happy I am. I am not shy at all and love meeting new people. I am now ready for my forever home, and if I get lots of attention, I could be an only kitten, but it would be much more fun to go home with one of my sibs or another kitten or young cat.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
Rescues and shelters near Los Alamitos
The rescues with the most cats listed within 25 miles of Los Alamitos.
- Orange County Animal Care CenterOrange, CA · 150 cats · 10 mi from Los Alamitos
- South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control CenterLos Angeles, CA · 61 cats · 22 mi from Los Alamitos
- Harbor Animal Care and Control CenterSan Pedro, CA · 59 cats · 13 mi from Los Alamitos
- Long Beach Animal Care ServicesLong Beach, CA · 51 cats · 3 mi from Los Alamitos
- Friends of the Seal Beach Animal Care CenterSeal Beach, Ca · 44 cats · 3 mi from Los Alamitos
How to adopt from Friends of the Seal Beach Animal Care Center
We have an application process and an adoption contract. Fees for dogs are $120, puppies $150, cats over 6 months and under 5 years $75, cats over 5 years $50, kittens $115. We require that adopted dogs be kept indoors at night and when people are home, and all members of the family, including other dogs must meet the dog. For cats, we require that they be indoor only and that the adopter not declaw them.
- Los Angeles County Animal Control - CarsonGardena, CA · 42 cats · 14 mi from Los Alamitos
- Irvine Animal Care CenterIrvine, CA · 35 cats · 21 mi from Los Alamitos
- North Central Animal Care and ControlLos Angeles, CA · 33 cats · 21 mi from Los Alamitos
- Helen Sanders Cat Protection and Welfare SocietySeal Beach, CA · 24 cats · 3 mi from Los Alamitos
How to adopt from Helen Sanders Cat Protection and Welfare Society
Adoption application, adoption contract, no declawing, indoors only. All cats are s/n'd prior to adoption. Fees range from $75 to $125
- Los Angeles County Animal Control - DowneyDowney, CA · 23 cats · 10 mi from Los Alamitos
- Long Beach Spay NeuterLong Beach, CA · 17 cats · 9 mi from Los Alamitos
- Peter Zippi Fund For AnimalsHermosa Beach, CA · 15 cats · 20 mi from Los Alamitos
How to adopt from Peter Zippi Fund For Animals
By Appointment, 7 days a week. Please call (310) 379-1264 Open Adoptions: Thursdays - 5pm to 7pm, VCA Coast Animal Hospital Sundays - 1pm to 3pm, VCA Coast Animal Hospital Please call (310) 379-1264 the day before to confirm that a volunteer will be at these locations. Adoption Fees: up to 6 months of age: $110.00 6 to 12 months of age: $85.00 Cats older than 1 year: $60.00 Over 5 years old to qualified person over 60 years old is free. Requirements: A personal interview by an adoption counselor, preferably with all family members. We also have an adoption questionaire to fill out prior to being approved. A home visit may be required. Adopters agree to keep cat(s) inside (unless approved for outside) and to not declaw.
- The TNR ProjectMonrovia, CA · 14 cats · 25 mi from Los Alamitos
How to adopt from The TNR Project
. Meet & Greet Appointment or Adoption Event . Fill Out Adoption Application . If Approved, 2-Week Trial & Rehoming Fee . Home Delivery
- Los Angeles County Animal Control - Baldwin ParkBaldwin Park, CA · 9 cats · 22 mi from Los Alamitos
- The Cat CoveLong Beach, CA · 8 cats · 3 mi from Los Alamitos
How to adopt from The Cat Cove
All adoptions require an adoption application, interview, contract and adoption donation.
Adopting a cat in Los Alamitos
Most rescues ask you to fill in an application, meet the cat, and pay an adoption fee that usually covers spaying or neutering, vaccinations and a microchip. Many are foster-based, so you'll often meet your cat in a volunteer's home rather than a shelter.
Senior cats are often the calmest companions and the slowest to find homes. If you'd like a settled, affectionate cat, ask the rescues about their older residents.
Kittens go quickly, especially in spring and summer. If you've fallen for one, contact the rescue soon, and think about adopting two: young cats keep each other company and out of mischief.
Questions about adopting a cat in Los Alamitos
How many cats are up for adoption in Los Alamitos?
As of October 29, 2026, 607 cats and kittens are listed for adoption within 25 miles of Los Alamitos, California, by 20 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a cat in Los Alamitos?
The rescues with the most cats near Los Alamitos right now are Orange County Animal Care Center (Orange, CA), South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center (Los Angeles, CA) and Harbor Animal Care and Control Center (San Pedro, CA). Each cat above has the rescue's phone number and website.
Are there kittens for adoption in Los Alamitos?
Yes. 256 kittens are up for adoption within 25 miles of Los Alamitos.
How do I adopt a cat in Los Alamitos?
Pick a cat and contact the rescue or shelter looking after them. Most ask you to fill in an application, meet the cat, and pay an adoption fee that usually covers spaying or neutering, vaccinations and a microchip.
Listings are updated daily. Rescues are responsible for their own listings; a cat may have been adopted since this page was updated.
