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Dog-Friendly Cats for Adoption in Santa Barbara, CA: 30 Cats Good with Dogs

Dog-Friendly Cats up for adoption near Santa Barbara, CA

Rescues and shelters within 100 miles of Santa Barbara have 34 dog-friendly cats up for adoption. Here are the 30 newest, 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.

1. Borris & Lana

Adult · Female · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (medium coat) · 81 mi from Santa Barbara

BoBo and Lana are bonded pals. They are 6 years old and have been ‘siblings’ since they were about a year old. (Due to health problems, their owner was unable to keep them, so they have returned into the loving care of Feline Network.)

BoBo (Borris) is fun loving and goofy. He’s hilarious when he plays and very affectionate when it’s cuddle time. He likes to be close to you when you’re sitting on the couch- And if you ignore him, he will crawl up to your face and nudge you to remind you that it’s time for some pets. BoBo loves to play with his sister. They are very dependent on one another.

Read more about Borris & Lana

Lana is a tripod kitty! She had her front leg amputated when she came into Feline Network at a year old, and she is entirely used to maneuvering without it.) She bounces onto the bed and jumps up into the kitty tower with ease. She likes to play with the fuzzy end of a toy- especially if you make it poke up from underneath a shelf. She goes crazy for it!

These two buddies would love to stay together for life. They offer such different personalities and are perfect compliments to each other.

Spayed/neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and their adoption includes a voucher for each of them toward a free vet exam.

For adoption info, call Kristin (805) 550-9064

FelineNetwork.org

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
  • Adopt together
Adopt Borris & Lana fromFeline Network of the Central CoastSan Luis Obispo, CA · listed Oct 11

2. Boots

Adult · Female · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 81 mi from Santa Barbara

Boots is a sweet 2-year-old silver tabby with white paws who may be a little shy at first, but once she feels safe, she has so much love to give. She’s a professional biscuit maker, loves curling up on a soft blanket, and absolutely adores people. She just needs a little extra time to warm up to other cats.

Boots is looking for a safe, quiet, indoor home where she can relax, feel secure, and let her sweet personality shine.

Fixed, vaccinated, microchipped and her adoption includes a voucher for a free vet exam.

For adoption info please Text or call us at: (805) 270-4032

The Caffeinated Cat Cafe 1601 W Grand Ave, Grover Beach

www.felinenetwork.org

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Boots fromFeline Network of the Central CoastSan Luis Obispo, CA · listed Oct 11

3. Sirius

Adult (1 year) · Male · Tabby / Mixed (short coat) · 77 mi from Santa Barbara

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
Adopt Sirius fromRescues On The RunwaySanta Clarita, CA · listed Oct 10

4. Loki

Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 79 mi from Santa Barbara

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
Adopt Loki fromPaw ParentLancaster, CA · listed Oct 2

5. Selma & Louie

Kitten · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 81 mi from Santa Barbara

Two sweet 4-month-old siblings looking for loving forever homes!

Selma
is a beautiful all-black little girl with the sweetest, quietest voice. She is gentle, affectionate, and loves nothing more than curling up beside you and being close to her person. She’s a little lovebug who will happily keep you company.

Louie
is the outgoing tabby with a BIG personality! He’s playful, curious, energetic, and full of kitten mischief. He loves being part of the action and will happily follow you from room to room because, wherever you are, that’s where he wants to be!

Read more about Selma & Louie

Together, Selma and Louie are a wonderful pair.
Their personalities are different but complement each other beautifully. They love having each other and would make a wonderful addition to a loving family.

They may be adopted together or separately
to a home that already has another young, playful cat.

Both kittens are already spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped.

These sweet babies are ready to find their people and be loved
forever!

For more adoption info call Roxanne; 805-801-5232

Www.felinenetwork.org

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
  • Adopt together
Adopt Selma & Louie fromFeline Network of the Central CoastSan Luis Obispo, CA · listed Sep 30

6. Sherlock & Watson

Kitten · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 81 mi from Santa Barbara

If you’re looking for a loyal little companion with a thoughtful heart, meet
Watson
. He’s the middle sibling to Sherlock and Enola, and a sweet bottle-fed boy raised with other cats, kittens, and a dog, making him well-socialized and comfortable in a busy home. Watson is playful but quiet, cuddly, and observant — the steady little sidekick who likes to stay close, think things through, and bring gentle love to his forever family.

Read more about Sherlock & Watson

If you’re looking for a kitten with a brave little spirit, meet
Sherlock
. He’s the proud big brother to Watson and Enola, and a sweet bottle-fed boy raised with other cats, kittens, and a dog, making him well-socialized and comfortable in a busy home. Sherlock is playful, observant, and full of little detective energy — always ready to investigate new toys, explore his surroundings, and bring kitten adventure and joy to his forever family.

Fixed, vaccinated and microchipped.
For adoption info please Text or call us at: (805) 270-4032

The Caffeinated Cat Cafe 1601 W Grand Ave, Grover Beach

www.felinenetwork.org

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
  • Adopt together
Adopt Sherlock & Watson fromFeline Network of the Central CoastSan Luis Obispo, CA · listed Sep 18

7. June & April

Kitten · Female · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 81 mi from Santa Barbara

These 4-month-old sisters have different personalities! June, the orange girl, is incredibly sweet and purrs the moment you pet her. She’s easygoing with kids and dogs and is happy with or without company.

April, the tabby, is more reserved and prefers a quiet environment. She loves her humans and definitely prefers having a companion—either her sister or another friendly person. Dogs aren’t her favorite.

Come meet these sweet sisters!

Fixed, vaccinated and microchippped.

For adoption info please Text or call us at: (805) 270-4032

The Caffeinated Cat Cafe 1601 W Grand Ave, Grover Beach

www.felinenetwork.org

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
  • Adopt together
Adopt June & April fromFeline Network of the Central CoastSan Luis Obispo, CA · listed Sep 18

8. Enola

Kitten · Female · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 81 mi from Santa Barbara

Meet
Enola
, a precious bottle-fed kitten, Raised with extra human care, other cats, kittens, and a dog, she is loving, curious, and happiest curled up in your lap. She still tries to suckle for comfort and would thrive in a safe indoor home with another friendly kitten or cat for companionship.

Fixed, vaccinated and microchipped.

For adoption info please

Text or call us at: (805) 270-4032

The Caffeinated Cat Cafe

1601 W Grand Ave, Grover Beach

www.felinenetwork.org

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Enola fromFeline Network of the Central CoastSan Luis Obispo, CA · listed Sep 18

9. Squirrel Sisters

Kitten · Female · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 81 mi from Santa Barbara

Meet the

Squirrel Sisters

— a bonded pair of sweet, gentle girls with the softest rabbit-like fur and the fluffiest squirrel tails. One is a beautiful torbie, and the other is white with soft gray patches.

They’re shy at first, but calm, passive, and very sweet. With a patient home that gives them time to settle in, they’ll continue to blossom together. They’ve also been fostered with a small dog and are very curious about her.

Fixed, vaccinated and microchipped.

For adoption info
Call Nicole 805-305-4192

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Squirrel Sisters fromFeline Network of the Central CoastSan Luis Obispo, CA · listed Sep 14

10. Marion

Adult · Female · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 81 mi from Santa Barbara

Marion is a 6-year-old social butterfly who loves kisses, cuddles, and head nuzzles. She is eager to soak up love and would be over-the-moon to find a family or human to spend the rest of her life with. This amazing girl is very outgoing and will fall in love with you at first meeting; she’ll attach to you like velcro. Marion was abandoned by her prior owner and went without regular meals and the affection she desperately craves. Because of this, she sometimes gets a little overexcited and gnaws on your arm- not hard, but when you slow your petting and talk softly to her, she calms and moves on to tummy rubs, slow blinks…and food. These overexcitement behaviors will subside in time, once she feels secure that she has steady access to your love and companionship. Aside from that, Marion is just about the PERFECT cat. What a lovebug!! She would be a fabulous ESA (emotional support animal).

Read more about Marion

Spayed, vaccinated, microchipped, and her adoption includes a voucher for a free vet exam.

For adoption info please Text or call us at: (805) 270-4032

The Caffeinated Cat Cafe 1601 W Grand Ave, Grover Beach

www.felinenetwork.org

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
Adopt Marion fromFeline Network of the Central CoastSan Luis Obispo, CA · listed Sep 14

11. Oreo & Flower

Kitten · Male · Tuxedo / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 81 mi from Santa Barbara

Meet Oreo (F) and Flower (M), named by a 7 year old in their foster home :). Born in mid-June, These two tuxedos are super sweet with a BIG personalities! They are playful and always ready for fun, games, and plenty of kitten mischief. They are also cuddle bugs and have been fostered with a small dog, kids and other cats. They will make wonderful family pets.

For adoption info please Text or call us at: (805) 270-4032

The Caffeinated Cat Cafe 1601 W Grand Ave, Grover Beach

www.felinenetwork.org

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
  • Adopt together
Adopt Oreo & Flower fromFeline Network of the Central CoastSan Luis Obispo, CA · listed Sep 8

12. Roger

Young · Male · Bombay / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 81 mi from Santa Barbara

Roger is a cheeky
guy who is about 1 year old,

who
loves to play and run and jump and especially EAT!

He isn’t really a lap cat but he is very sweet
and enjoys being around people. He
love to stare at you with is big beautiful green eyes
and find a nice comfy place to take naps.
Other than his love of eating
,
he isn’t a needy cat.

He is
an

independent

sort of guy.

Fixed, vaccinated and microchipped.

For adoption info please Text or call us at: (805) 270-4032

The Caffeinated Cat Cafe 1601 W Grand Ave, Grover Beach

www.felinenetwork.org

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Roger fromFeline Network of the Central CoastSan Luis Obispo, CA · listed Sep 3

13. Rosy

Young · Female · Domestic Short Hair · 73 mi from Santa Barbara

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
Adopt Rosy fromStray No MoreLos Angeles, CA · listed Sep 2

14. Carmen

Adult · Female · Domestic Medium Hair (medium coat) · 73 mi from Santa Barbara

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
Adopt Carmen fromStray No MoreLos Angeles, CA · listed Sep 2

15. Tini

Young · Female · Tuxedo / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 97 mi from Santa Barbara

Meet Adorable Tini!

If you’re ready to welcome a sweet, loving companions into your life, come meet Lulu. Please reach out to fishmjo@yahoo.com to request an application. Once we receive your completed application, will set up a time for you to come over. A donation of $150 is requested to help offset my veterinary expenses. Please help me find my forever home!

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Tini fromLong Beach Spay NeuterLong Beach, CA · listed Aug 29

16. Cal

Young · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 73 mi from Santa Barbara

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
Adopt Cal fromStray No MoreLos Angeles, CA · listed Aug 22

17. Dottie

Young · Female · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 81 mi from Santa Barbara

Dottie is a beautiful 1 year old short haired spotted tabby.
She is a sweet calm kitty with a darling disposition!
She will make a wonderful family pet!

Fixed
, vaccinated and microchipped.

For adoption info please Text or call us at: (805) 270-4032

The Caffeinated Cat Cafe 1601 W Grand Ave, Grover Beach

www.felinenetwork.org

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Dottie fromFeline Network of the Central CoastSan Luis Obispo, CA · listed Aug 7

18. Sammy

Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 73 mi from Santa Barbara

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
Adopt Sammy fromStray No MoreLos Angeles, CA · listed Aug 4

19. Niccolite

Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 73 mi from Santa Barbara

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
Adopt Niccolite fromStray No MoreLos Angeles, CA · listed Aug 4

20. Opal

Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 73 mi from Santa Barbara

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
Adopt Opal fromStray No MoreLos Angeles, CA · listed Aug 4

21. Sweet Pea & Purrcy

Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 97 mi from Santa Barbara

❤️Meet Sweet Pea & Purrcy — Two Little Lovebugs Looking for Their Forever Home
Sweet Pea and Purrcy are an exceptionally loving pair of kittens with hearts as big as their purrs. They were rescued at approximately four weeks old along with four other kittens and have been lovingly cared for in our home ever since.
From the moment they arrived, they received everything they needed to grow into healthy, happy kittens. They were immediately bathed, examined, dewormed, treated for fleas, and given high-quality kitten milk and nutritious wet food. They have never been raised in cages. They live with us as part of the family, which has helped them become confident, social, affectionate, and wonderfully well-adjusted.
What truly makes Sweet Pea and Purrcy special is their incredible disposition. They are two of the friendliest, gentlest, happiest, most loving kittens you could ever meet. They purr almost nonstop, adore attention, and are completely comfortable being handled and loved by people. They are playful and entertaining, but they are also incredibly sweet and content to cuddle close.
They have been around dogs and other cats and would make amazing companions for someone looking for two affectionate, family-oriented kittens. Sweet Pea and Percy share a beautiful bond, and we would love to see them adopted together so they can continue growing up side by side.
Their adoption fee is $275 for the pair. They will be:

Read more about Sweet Pea & Purrcy

Spayed and neutered
Fully vaccinated with their FVRCP vaccines
Dewormed
Treated for fleas
Microchipped
Sent home with a complete medical record

The adoption fee helps offset a portion of their veterinary and rescue costs while allowing us to continue saving homeless cats and kittens in our community.
What also makes our rescue unique is that our support does not end on adoption day. We stay in touch, help Sweet Pea and Purrcy adjust to their new home, and are available to answer questions or address concerns during the transition. Our goal is not simply to place kittens, but to make sure the adoption is a wonderful and lasting fit for both the kittens and their new family.
Every time a pair like Sweet Pea and Purrcy finds a loving forever home, space opens in our rescue and foster homes for two more vulnerable kittens waiting to be saved.
Please consider meeting this extraordinary little pair. You will not be disappointed. Sweet Pea and Percy are ready to fill their forever home with nonstop purrs, gentle cuddles, joyful play, and endless hours of love and entertainment.
If you’re ready to welcome these adorable loving kittens into your life, we’d love you to meet us! Please email adoptions@lbsn.org to request an application, text 562-588-4272 and provide your email for us to send an application or go to our website www.lbsn.org and complete the application. Once we receive your completed application, will set up a time for you to come over. A donation of $275 is requested to help offset my veterinary expenses. Please help me find my forever home!

  • No young kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
  • Adopt together
Adopt Sweet Pea & Purrcy fromLong Beach Spay NeuterLong Beach, CA · listed Jul 29

22. Ellison & Fitz

Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Tabby / Mixed (short coat) · 93 mi from Santa Barbara

❤️ Meet Fitz & Eloise❤️
Hi there! We’re a brother-and-sister duo, and we can’t wait to meet our forever family! My name is Fitz, and I’m the handsome gray tabby brother. I’m four months old, already neutered, and my favorite hobbies include chasing toys, wrestling with my sister, and showering people with love. My favorite place to chill is around your neck and shoulders. My name is Ellison, the sweet gray tabby sister. I’m also four months old and have my spay set for August. I may be a little more reserved when we first meet, but once I feel safe, you’ll discover my playful, gentle personality.

Read more about Ellison & Fitz

I love exploring, playing with my brother, and finding cozy spots to relax while keeping an eye out around me. I am the calm to Fitz’s enthusiasm! We’ve been together since the very beginning, and we’d love nothing more than to continue our journey side-by side. If you’re looking for twice the love, twice the laughter, and a lifetime of companionship, we’d be honored to become part of your family. We are ready to meet you!
If you’re looking for a bonded pair who will fill your home with loud purrs, playful antics, and endless love, Fitz & Eloise are ready to steal your heart!
They are fully vetted, have been dewormed, flea treated, microchipped, and received all their FELV vaccine series. They will be spayed/neutered as part of their adoption.
If you’re ready to welcome these adorable loving kittens into your life, we’d love you to meet us! Please email laylakidd@yahoo.com to request an application. Once we receive your completed application, will set up a time for you to come over. A donation of $250 is requested to help offset my veterinary expenses. Please help me find my forever home!

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
  • Adopt together
Adopt Ellison & Fitz fromLong Beach Spay NeuterLong Beach, CA · listed Jul 29

23. Haymish and Isla Contact Sylva

Senior · Male · Siamese (short coat) · 78 mi from Santa Barbara

ONLY CONTACT INFO BELOW! COURTESY POSTING!
Haymish is a 13 year old neutered Siamese cat. He loves to talk and cuddle. I rescued him and his sister last year. He loves my dog but is not crazy about my other cats. He and his sister need to stay together and be in a home that can give them lots of love and attention.
Isla is a 13 year old spayed Siamese cat. She is loving and gentle. She loves our dog but doesn’t get along with my other cats. I rescued her with her brother last year. She is diabetic and takes insulin twice daily. She and her brother are wonderful pets and need a home where they can be showered with love and attention.
Please call 818-371-8027 or email immanuel222@att.net

  • Good with kids
  • Only cat
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
  • Adopt together
Adopt Haymish and Isla Contact Sylva fromStarpaws RescueMarina Del Rey, CA · listed Jul 29

24. Isla and Haymish Contact Sylva

Senior · Female · Siamese (short coat) · 78 mi from Santa Barbara

ONLY CONTACT INFO BELOW! COURTESY POSTING!
Isla is a 13 year old spayed Siamese cat. She is loving and gentle. She loves our dog but doesn’t get along with my other cats. I rescued her with her brother last year. She is diabetic and takes insulin twice daily. She and her brother are wonderful pets and need a home where they can be showered with love and attention.
Haymish is a 13 year old neutered Siamese cat. He loves to talk and cuddle. I rescued him and his sister last year. He loves my dog but is not crazy about my other cats. He and his sister need to stay together and be in a home that can give them lots of love and attention.
Please call 818-371-8027 or email immanuel222@att.net

  • Good with kids
  • Only cat
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
  • Adopt together
Adopt Isla and Haymish Contact Sylva fromStarpaws RescueMarina Del Rey, CA · listed Jul 29

25. Portia

Young · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 73 mi from Santa Barbara

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.

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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
Adopt Portia fromStray No MoreLos Angeles, CA · listed Jul 20

26. Lola

Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 79 mi from Santa Barbara

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
Adopt Lola fromPaw ParentLancaster, CA · listed Jul 12

27. Kenya

Kitten · Domestic Medium Hair (medium coat) · 79 mi from Santa Barbara

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
Adopt Kenya fromPaw ParentLancaster, CA · listed Jul 12

28. Rummy & Kub

Kitten · Male · Bengal / Tabby / Mixed (short coat) · 97 mi from Santa Barbara

❤️ Meet Rummy & Kub ❤️
Rummy and Kub are the most adorable 9-10 week old brother-and-sister. These two are as sweet as can be, with gentle personalities, beautiful dark circular bulla eye dark black markings, and the softest fur you’ve ever felt.
They spend their days playing together, chasing toys, and then curling up together for long naps. They’re healthy, happy, full of love, and always ready for cuddles. you won’t find a sweeter more loving pair that will add so much joy to any home.
They are fully vetted, have been dewormed, flea treated, microchipped, and received all their FELV vaccine series.

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They will be spayed/neutered as part of their adoption.
If you’re ready to welcome these adorable loving kittens into your life, we’d love you to meet us! Please email adoptions@lbsn.org to request an application. Once we receive your completed application, will set up a time for you to come over. A donation of $275 is requested to help offset my veterinary expenses.

  • No young kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
  • Adopt together
Adopt Rummy & Kub fromLong Beach Spay NeuterLong Beach, CA · listed Jul 8

29. Lily

Kitten · Female · Domestic Medium Hair (medium coat) · 79 mi from Santa Barbara

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
Adopt Lily fromPaw ParentLancaster, CA · listed Jul 7

30. Rambo

Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 79 mi from Santa Barbara

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
Adopt Rambo fromPaw ParentLancaster, CA · listed Jul 4

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 Santa Barbara

Questions about adopting dog-friendly cats in Santa Barbara

How many dog-friendly cats are up for adoption in Santa Barbara?

As of October 29, 2026, rescues and shelters within 100 miles of Santa Barbara, California, have 34 dog-friendly cats up for adoption. The list is updated every day.

Where can I adopt a dog-friendly cat in Santa Barbara?

The rescues with the most dog-friendly cats near Santa Barbara right now are Feline Network of the Central Coast (San Luis Obispo, CA), Stray No More (Los Angeles, CA) and Paw Parent (Lancaster, 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.