Kid-Friendly Cats for Adoption in Santa Barbara, CA: 30 Cats Good with Children
By Cats of the Day · Updated

Rescues and shelters within 100 miles of Santa Barbara have 59 kid-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 children, usually because they've lived with kids in a foster home.
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1. Zelena
Young (6 months) · Female · Domestic Short Hair (medium coat) · 99 mi from Santa Barbara


* COURTESY POST FOR INDEPENDENT ADOPTER:
Zelena is one of the lucky ones that gets a chance at a life in a loving home, off the streets. She is not as boisterous as her siblings. She is a little bit on the shy side and is playing with people daily to build her confidence. She loves her hammocks and wand toys. She is so beautiful and such a sweet soul. She needs a quiet home that will be a little more patient with her so she can come around at her own pace. She will make you a wonderful friend and companion!
Read more about Zelena
* Date of Birth: March 2026 (approx)
* Spayed
* Vaccinated
* SNAP Test Results:
*FELV Negative
*FIV Negative
* Microchipped
* Flea Treated
* Dewormed
* Litterbox Trained: Open Box
* Litter Preference: All-Natural & Unscented Litter
* Scratch Post Preference: Rope Sisal & Cardboard
* Littermates and/or Best Friends: Wizard & Zelena
* Ask about our Adopt-A-Pair program to keep best friends & siblings together!
Another life saved from the streets - Sterilize, Don't Euthanize!
INQUIRY FORMS:
. Are for additional questions
. Don't begin the adoption process
. IMPORTANT: Please include your phone number
ADOPTION APPLICATIONS:
. Get the adoption process moving forward
. Receive priority over inquiries
. Can be filled out below or on our website:
www.thetnrproject.org/adoption-application
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
2. Montgomery
Kitten · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 84 mi from Santa Barbara




* Available in Shelter for Meet & Greet *
Montgomery is a sweet orange boy who has mastered the art of being playful, snuggly and just a little opinionated.
Montgomery loves people and is always happy to receive some attention. He’ll climb into a lap, settle in for cuddles and happily let you hold him while he takes in the world from a whole new vantage point. One volunteer even discovered that Montgomery makes an excellent slow-dance partner!
Of course, he is still very much a kitten. He enjoys wand toys, exploring his surroundings and finding something fun to do before settling in for his next nap.
Read more about Montgomery
He can occasionally be a little grumbly when things aren’t going quite the way he had in mind, but that’s simply part of this sensitive orange boy charm.
Montgomery also enjoys the company of other cats. He is currently sharing space with two adult orange cats, Whiskers and Trouble, and seems perfectly happy joining them for naps, visits and the occasional group treat. Seeing the three of them together makes Montgomery look like their miniature counterpart.
Affectionate, playful and easygoing, Montgomery is a little love bug who enjoys both feline companionship and time with his people. We think he’ll make a wonderful addition to a home ready for all the sweetness and personality this orange boy has to offer.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
3. Ralphie
Kitten · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 84 mi from Santa Barbara




* In Foster Care * Meet & Greets by appointment. * Please submit an application online and well call to schedule! *
Ralphie has quite the rescue story, and an even better personality!
This handsome young boy was discovered in the Ralphs parking lot in Manhattan Beach during one of our October heat waves. The pavement was so hot that some of his little toe beans had suffered burns. Thankfully, a kindhearted stranger recognized he needed help, brought him somewhere safe, and began searching for someone who could give him a fresh start.
That's how Ralphie found his way to Peter Zippi, and yes, that's how he got his name!
Despite his rocky start, Ralphie is a remarkably confident and easygoing fellow.
Read more about Ralphie
He settles into new surroundings with ease and seems to approach life with a healthy dose of calm curiosity and enthusiasm.
In fact, Ralphie was ready to introduce himself to the resident cats in his foster home almost immediately! His foster family took things a little more slowly, and now he's beginning to enjoy playtime with their youngest cat.
With his friendly nature and easygoing personality, we suspect Ralphie may have known the comforts of a loving home before his parking lot adventure.
Now he's ready for a permanent home of his own, where he can continue making friends, exploring his surroundings, and enjoying the good life.
Could Ralphie be your new best friend?
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
4. Merlin
Kitten (3 months 16 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 42 mi from Santa Barbara




Meet Merlin!
Merlin and his littermates were found as tiny, orphaned kittens not yet old enough to survive on their own. Thankfully they were brought to a volunteer who specializes in bottle-feeding the smallest of kittens, then when they were big enough to eat on their own a new Cats Cradle foster took over.
Merlin is a friendly, gentle little guy with a ton of playful energy. He likes to play with toys and his brothers, loves attention and exploring, and is very affectionate.
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If you'd like to meet any of our adoptable kitties, please submit an
Adoption Application
Read more about Merlin
today. Cats Cradle Rescue hold adoption events at Petco in Camarillo on the first Saturday of every month plus other weekends as listed on our event calendar.
If you have any questions please email
CatsCradleRescueCA@gmail.com
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
5. Boo
Kitten (3 months 16 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 42 mi from Santa Barbara




Meet Boo!
Boo and his littermates were found as tiny, orphaned kittens not yet old enough to survive on their own. Thankfully they were brought to a volunteer who specializes in bottle-feeding the smallest of kittens, then when they were big enough to eat on their own a new Cats Cradle foster took over.
Boo is a friendly, goofy, little guy who seems to have a purr always ready to go! He likes to explore, play with toys, wrestle with the lther kitties, then curl up on a comfy lap for a nap.
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If you'd like to meet any of our adoptable kitties, please submit an Adoption Application today. Cats Cradle Rescue hold adoption events at Petco in Camarillo on the first Saturday of every month plus other weekends as listed on our event calendar.
If you have any questions please email CatsCradleRescueCA@gmail.com
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
6. Tober
Kitten (3 months 16 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 42 mi from Santa Barbara




Meet Tober!
Tober and his littermates were found as tiny, orphaned kittens not yet old enough to survive on their own. Thankfully they were brought to a volunteer who specializes in bottle-feeding the smallest of kittens, then when they were big enough to eat on their own a new Cats Cradle foster took over.
Tober is a friendly, very active and energetic little guy who loves to play with toys and his siblings. He is described by his foster mom as lap cat too and is well adjusted and affectionate.
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If you'd like to meet any of our adoptable kitties, please submit an
Adoption Application
Read more about Tober
today. Cats Cradle Rescue hold adoption events at Petco in Camarillo on the first Saturday of every month plus other weekends as listed on our event calendar.
If you have any questions please email
CatsCradleRescueCA@gmail.com
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
7. Wednesday
Young · Female · Domestic Medium Hair / Mixed (medium coat) · 79 mi from Santa Barbara




Wednesday came to Paw Parent with her brother Jagger. They were found by the police abandoned in an apartment after their people had gotten evicted. We were called and could not say now and scrambled to make room for them. It took them a while to settle in and get used to their new surroundings but have warmed up very well. Wednesday is still a little shy but loves to snuggle on a lab when things are calm and quiet. They are only about a year old and so gorgeous with their golden eyes and luscious coats. it would be great if they could find a home together but it is not a must. She weighs abut 10 pounds, is spayed, vaccinated and microchipped and ready to be part of a new family. Please call 661-7240-0642 or email us at pawparent@gmail.com if you would like to met her and her brother.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
8. Jagger
Young · Male · Domestic Medium Hair / Mixed (medium coat) · 79 mi from Santa Barbara




Jagger came to Paw Parent with his sister Wednesday. They were left behind by people who had gotten evicted and were found by the police. We were called and couldn't say no and scrambled to make room for them. It took them a while to settle in and gain trust. Wednesday still is a little shy but once you sit and let her come to you she loves to snuggle on your lab. Both of them are absolutely gorgeous, with their golden eyes and lucious coat. Jagger is the larger than her and weighs 13 pounds. He likes to get petted and will try to reward you with love bites. :) It would be great if they could get adopted together but it is not a must.He is about a year old, neutered, vaccinated and microchipped.Please call 661-724-0642 or email us at pawparent@gmail.com
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
9. 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
10. 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
11. 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
12. Munji
Kitten · Male · Domestic Medium Hair / Mixed (medium coat) · 84 mi from Santa Barbara




* Available in Shelter for Meet & Greet *
Munji is a handsome, confident boy with a big personality, an impressive floofy tail, and plenty to say.
He was found roaming a neighborhood and quickly made it clear that life with people is very familiar to him. He is affectionate, adaptable, talkative, and completely comfortable making himself at home.
Munji settled into foster care quickly and proved to be remarkably comfortable around people, including strangers. In fact, Munji has been known to flop onto his back and fall asleep belly-up not long after someone new walks through the door. Even the vacuum doesn’t faze him.
Read more about Munji
He’s more likely to chase it than run away from it.
He enjoys being near his people and likes to keep tabs on whatever is happening around the house. He’ll follow you from room to room and happily soak up attention.
Munji has a playful side and can get a little mouthy at times, but his bites have been gentle and he redirects well to toys. A little playtime goes a long way with this curious, social boy.
If you’re looking for a cat who wants to be part of your day without needing to be in your lap every minute, Munji may be your guy.
- Good with kids
- House-trained
13. 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
14. Wizard
Young (7 months) · Male · Domestic Medium Hair (medium coat) · 99 mi from Santa Barbara


Wizard was born into a colony that just kept growing. Thankfully, a smart neighbor began helping TNR to stop the breeding and foster the babies. Wizard has had hands on from the beginning and is such a wonderful guy! He is silly, playful and social, not to mention beautiful with his long fur! He's a hit at adoptions with his 2 sisters who are also beautiful black fluffies. Come and meet Wizard to see if he's the one for you!
Read more about Wizard
* Date of Birth: March 2026 (approx) * Neutered * Vaccinated * SNAP Test Results: *FELV Negative *FIV Negative * Microchipped * Flea Treated * Dewormed * Litterbox Trained: Open Box * Litter Preference: All-Natural & Unscented Litter * Scratch Post Preference: Rope Sisal & Cardboard * Littermates and/or Best Friends: Willow & Zelena (Sisters) * Ask about our Adopt-A-Pair program to keep best friends & siblings together!
INQUIRY FORMS: . Are for additional questions . Don't begin the adoption process . IMPORTANT: Please include your phone number
ADOPTION APPLICATIONS: . Get the adoption process moving forward . Receive priority over inquiries . Can be filled out below or on our website: www.thetnrproject.org/adoption-application
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
15. Willow
Young (7 months) · Female · Domestic Medium Hair (medium coat) · 99 mi from Santa Barbara


Willow was born into a colony that was breeding out of control. The "owners" didn't realize how big of a problem not getting a few cats fixed could be or how fast they can multiply. A concerned neighbor approached them about TNR and helped them get the entire colony fixed and fostered the kittens. Willow is one of those lucky kittens who will know life off the streets!
Willow loves to hang on your arm and play with her siblings all day long. She's a hit at adoptions with her siblings and she is so super sweet. She loves to be doted on and is just a love to have around.
Read more about Willow
* Date of Birth: March 2026 (approx)
* Spayed
* Vaccinated
* SNAP Test Results:
*FELV Negative
*FIV Negative
* Microchipped
* Flea Treated
* Dewormed
* Litterbox Trained: Open Box
* Litter Preference: All-Natural & Unscented Litter
* Scratch Post Preference: Rope Sisal & Cardboard
* Littermates and/or Best Friends: Wizard & Zelena
* Ask about our Adopt-A-Pair program to keep best friends & siblings together!
Another life saved from the streets - Sterilize, Don't Euthanize!
INQUIRY FORMS:
. Are for additional questions
. Don't begin the adoption process
. IMPORTANT: Please include your phone number
ADOPTION APPLICATIONS:
. Get the adoption process moving forward
. Receive priority over inquiries
. Can be filled out below or on our website:
www.thetnrproject.org/adoption-application
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
16. Princess Polly
Adult (2 years 1 month) · Female · Tabby (medium coat) · 99 mi from Santa Barbara


** COURTESY POST FOR INDEPENDENT ADOPTER:
Princess Polly has already beaten the odds, and now she's ready for the happy ending she deserves.
Princess Polly is a petite, gentle girl. When she first appeared, she was severely emaciated, with her bones visibly protruding from starvation. We weren't sure she would survive, but this little fighter proved just how resilient she is. Thanks to lots of love, care, and good food, Princess Polly has made an incredible recovery and is now ready to find her forever home.
Read more about Princess Polly
Polly is the definition of a sweetheart. She absolutely adores wet food and never turns down mealtime. She's a quiet, easygoing couch potato who would much rather curl up beside you than cause any trouble. The moment you start petting her, she melts into a purring puddle of happiness.
One of Polly's favorite things in the world is being brushed. She could happily sit for hours soaking up the attention and affection. Her calm, loving personality makes her a wonderful companion for anyone looking for a gentle and devoted feline friend.
Princess Polly is deeply bonded with her friend Jebediah and takes great comfort in having another cat around. She would thrive in a home with Jebediah or with another friendly feline companion who can help her feel safe and loved.
After everything she's been through, Princess Polly deserves a life filled with soft couches, full bowls, gentle brushes, and endless love. If you're looking for a sweet, quiet companion with a heart as beautiful as her story, Princess Polly may be the perfect match.
* Date of Birth: May 2024 (approx)
* Spayed
* Vaccinated
* SNAP Test Results:
*FELV Negative
*FIV Negative
* Microchipped
* Flea Treated
* Dewormed
* Litterbox Trained: Open Box
* Litter Preference: All-Natural & Unscented Litter
* Scratch Post Preference: Rope Sisal & Cardboard
* Littermates and/or Best Friends: Jebediah
* Ask about our Adopt-A-Pair program to keep best friends & siblings together!
Another life saved from the streets - Sterilize, Don't Euthanize!
INQUIRY FORMS:
. Are for additional questions
. Don't begin the adoption process
. IMPORTANT: Please include your phone number
ADOPTION APPLICATIONS:
. Get the adoption process moving forward
. Receive priority over inquiries
. Can be filled out below or on our website:
www.thetnrproject.org/adoption-application
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
17. Jebediah
Adult (2 years 2 months) · Male · Tabby (short coat) · 99 mi from Santa Barbara


Jebediah is the absolutely sweetest boy who loves to snuggle, talk and give kisses. The ultimate loverboy, he is very gentle, food motivated and happy to be off the streets. Jeb loves to curl up in your arms and get belly rubs. He's very good with other cats and he loves his toys...he is very playful!
Read more about Jebediah
Date of Birth: August 2024 (approx)
Neutered
Vaccinated
SNAP Test Results:
FELV Negative
FIV Negative
Microchipped
Flea Treated
Dewormed
Litterbox Trained: Open Box
Litter Preference: All-Natural & Unscented Litter
Scratch Post Preference: Rope Sisal & Cardboard
Best Friend: Lots of his foster friends who are also available!
Ask About Our Adopt a Pair specials! One rehoming fee, keep bonded cats together!
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
18. Marmont
Adult (1 year 1 month) · Male · Chartreux (short coat) · 99 mi from Santa Barbara




Meet Marmont, a breathtaking Chartreux mix with a heart as grand as his handsome frame. On the 4th of July, Marmont’s life changed forever when he was left abandoned in the bushes alongside an empty carrier and a few empty cat food cans. Terrified, unfixed, and severely underweight, this resilient boy mustered up all his courage and ran straight out of the bushes looking for human help. Since that fateful day, Marmont has been steadily gaining weight, gaining confidence, and discovering what it feels like to be truly safe and cherished.
Read more about Marmont
True to his Chartreux heritage, Marmont is an incredibly loyal, devoted companion who thrives on human connection. While Chartreux cats are famously known for their calm and gentle natures, Marmont adds his own charming twist: he is quite the vocal talker! He will happily follow you from room to room, narrating his day and ensuring he’s always right by your side. Given his background of starvation, it is no surprise that Marmont absolutely adores food and treats, though he remains wonderfully sweet and not food-aggressive in the slightest.
Marmont gets along well with other polite feline friends, but what he wants most in this world is his person. He craves human affection, loves interactive play, adores lounging on tall cat trees, and could spend hours blissfully sunbathing in a warm window. At night, he wants nothing more than to curl up and sleep right next to you. Marmont is still filling out his lush grey coat and sturdy frame, and he is going to be a wonderfully large, impressive boy once fully restored to health. We may not know the hardship of his past, but with your help, his future will be endlessly bright. Reach out to adopt Marmont today and give this deserving boy the forever promise that he will never be abandoned again.
* Date of Birth: August 2025 (approx)
* Neutered
* Vaccinated
* SNAP Test Results:
*FELV Negative
*FIV Negative
* Microchipped
* Flea Treated
* Dewormed
* Litterbox Trained: Open Box
* Litter Preference: All-Natural & Unscented Litter
* Scratch Post Preference: Rope Sisal & Cardboard & Tall Cat Trees to the Ceiling
Another life saved from the streets - Sterilize, Don't Euthanize!
INQUIRY FORMS:
. Are for additional questions
. Don't begin the adoption process
. IMPORTANT: Please include your phone number
ADOPTION APPLICATIONS:
. Get the adoption process moving forward
. Receive priority over inquiries
. Can be filled out below or on our website:
www.thetnrproject.org/adoption-application
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
19. Lucas
Adult (2 years 1 month) · Male · Tabby (short coat) · 99 mi from Santa Barbara



Meet Lucas, a gentle, sweet soul looking for a quiet home where he can be showered with love and pets!
Lucas came to us after surviving a rough time outdoors with a severely injured, degloved tail that required amputation. Despite everything he’s been through, his gentle, sweet nature never wavered—he doesn't have a mean or aggressive bone in his body.
Lucas is fully recovered, resilient, and ready for a peaceful forever home where he can relax, enjoy his treats, and be your loyal lap companion.
Read more about Lucas
* Temperament: Exceptionally sweet, calm, quiet, and even-tempered.
* Favorite Activities: Lounging near sunny windows, scaling cat trees, and being a total couch potato.
* Cuddle Bug Status: High! Lucas would happily spend his entire day receiving attention, scratches, and love from his human.
* Cat Friendly: He absolutely loves other cats and would do wonderfully in a home with friendly feline companions.
* Motivators: Delicious food and kitty treats!
About Lucas:
* Date of Birth: August 2024 (approx)
* Neutered
* Vaccinated
* SNAP Test Results:
*FELV Negative
*FIV Negative
* Microchipped
* Flea Treated
* Dewormed
* Litterbox Trained: Open Box
* Litter Preference: All-Natural & Unscented Litter
* Scratch Post Preference: Rope Sisal & Cardboard
* Littermates and/or Best Friends: Ask the Foster for His Best Buddies!
* Ask about our Adopt-A-Pair program to keep best friends & siblings together!
Another life saved from the streets - Sterilize, Don't Euthanize!
INQUIRY FORMS:
. Are for additional questions
. Don't begin the adoption process
. IMPORTANT: Please include your phone number
ADOPTION APPLICATIONS:
. Get the adoption process moving forward
. Receive priority over inquiries
. Can be filled out below or on our website:
www.thetnrproject.org/adoption-application
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
20. 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
21. 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
22. 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
23. 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
24. Simba
Adult · Male · Snowshoe / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 84 mi from Santa Barbara




* In Foster Care * Meet & Greets by appointment. * Please submit an application online and well call to schedule! *
Simba is a handsome, friendly boy with a confident personality and an independent streak.
He enjoys people and is absolutely social, but he does not need constant attention to feel secure. Simba is the kind of cat who appreciates companionship while also enjoying his own space and routine. He may be a great fit for someone who wants a friendly adult cat who is not attached at the hip.
In foster care, Simba has shown that he may prefer a calmer environment with fewer cats. He has been living in a busy foster home with multiple feline roommates and has handled many changes, but we think a quieter home may help him truly settle into his best self.
Simba and Alfie spend time together and could be considered as a pair, but Simba may also do well as a single cat with the right person.
Simba is currently being monitored for a stress-related urinary issue.
Read more about Simba
Peter Zippi is working with our veterinary team and trying a low-dose medication plan to support him for now. It is very possible his needs may change once he is in a calmer home with fewer cats.
Friendly, confident, and quietly independent, Simba is ready for someone who will appreciate him for exactly who he is
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- No dogs
- House-trained
25. Alfie
Adult · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 84 mi from Santa Barbara




* In Foster Care * Meet & Greets by appointment. * Please submit an application online and well call to schedule! *
Alfie is a handsome, social boy with a curious spirit and plenty to say.
His foster describes him as wonderfully chatty, almost like you can have a conversation with him when he is in curious, exploratory mode. Alfie likes being near his people and being part of what is happening, but he is not overly demanding. He has a nice balance of social confidence and independence.
Alfie enjoys exploring, observing, and adding his own commentary along the way. He is the kind of cat who brings personality into a home without needing to be the center of attention every minute.
He has spent time with other cats and may do well with a compatible feline friend.
Read more about Alfie
He and Simba have also shown a nice connection and could be considered together, though Alfie is not dependent on another cat and may also do well as an individual companion.
Curious, conversational, and easy to enjoy, Alfie is a wonderful adult cat for someone who likes a cat with presence, charm, and a little running commentary
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- No dogs
- House-trained
26. 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
27. 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).
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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
28. 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
29. Ashley
Young · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 73 mi from Santa Barbara





Meet Mary-Kate & Ashley
Mary-Kate and Ashley are beautiful young tabby twins who were rescued from a high-kill shelter with mere moments to spare. Their lives nearly ended before they had truly begun—but thankfully, they made it out just in time and are now ready to find the loving forever home they deserve.
These bonded sisters are gentle, affectionate, and wonderfully mellow. They enjoy playing and exploring together, but they aren’t wild or chaotic kittens. Their calm, easygoing personalities make them lovely companions, and they would do well in a peaceful home with adults or respectful children.
Read more about Ashley
Mary-Kate and Ashley have already faced uncertainty together, and their bond has been their source of comfort and security. Whether they are playing, relaxing, or curled up side by side, it’s clear that they belong together and must be adopted as a pair.
They came within moments of losing everything. Now they’re hoping someone will give them the one thing they’ve never had: a safe, loving home where they can stay together forever.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
30. Mary-Kate
Young · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 73 mi from Santa Barbara




Meet Mary-Kate (& Ashley)
Mary-Kate and Ashley are beautiful young tabby twins who were rescued from a high-kill shelter with mere moments to spare. Their lives nearly ended before they had truly begun—but thankfully, they made it out just in time and are now ready to find the loving forever home they deserve.
These bonded sisters are gentle, affectionate, and wonderfully mellow. They enjoy playing and exploring together, but they aren’t wild or chaotic kittens. Their calm, easygoing personalities make them lovely companions, and they would do well in a peaceful home with adults or respectful children.
Read more about Mary-Kate
Mary-Kate and Ashley have already faced uncertainty together, and their bond has been their source of comfort and security. Whether they are playing, relaxing, or curled up side by side, it’s clear that they belong together and must be adopted as a pair.
They came within moments of losing everything. Now they’re hoping someone will give them the one thing they’ve never had: a safe, loving home where they can stay together forever.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
Adopting a cat with children in Santa Barbara
Bring the whole family to meet the cat before you adopt, and ask the rescue how the cat behaves around children your kids' ages.
Teach children to let the cat come to them, to stroke gently, and to leave the cat alone while it's eating, sleeping or using the litter box. Give the cat a high or quiet spot to retreat to.
Relaxed adult cats are often a better match for young children than kittens, which scratch and nip while they play.
Rescues with kid-friendly cats near Santa Barbara
- Feline Network of the Central CoastSan Luis Obispo, CA · 9 kid-friendly cats above
- The TNR ProjectMonrovia, CA · 7 kid-friendly cats above
- Peter Zippi Fund For AnimalsHermosa Beach, CA · 5 kid-friendly cats above
- Cats Cradle RescueOxnard, CA · 3 kid-friendly cats above
- Paw ParentLancaster, CA · 3 kid-friendly cats above
- Stray No MoreLos Angeles, CA · 2 kid-friendly cats above
- Rescues On The RunwaySanta Clarita, CA · 1 kid-friendly cat above
Questions about adopting kid-friendly cats in Santa Barbara
How many kid-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 59 kid-friendly cats up for adoption. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a kid-friendly cat in Santa Barbara?
The rescues with the most kid-friendly cats near Santa Barbara right now are Feline Network of the Central Coast (San Luis Obispo, CA), The TNR Project (Monrovia, CA) and Peter Zippi Fund For Animals (Hermosa Beach, CA). Each cat above has the rescue's phone number and website.
What kind of cat is best with kids?
A calm, confident cat that the rescue has seen around children. Adult cats are often easier than kittens with young kids, since their personalities are known and they play less roughly.
Listings are updated daily. Rescues are responsible for their own listings; a cat may have been adopted since this page was updated.