Santa Cruz, CA

Kittens for Adoption in Santa Cruz, CA: 30 Kittens Looking for a Home

Kittens up for adoption near Santa Cruz, CA

Rescues and shelters within 25 miles of Santa Cruz have 110 kittens up for adoption. Here are the 30 newest, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.

Kittens are usually the first to be adopted, especially in spring and summer when rescues are at their fullest, so if one catches your eye, get in touch with the rescue soon.

1. binx c.

Kitten (3 months 9 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 24 mi from Santa Cruz

Binx is an adorable, neutered black domestic shorthair kitten who is affectionate to the point of being delightfully annoying. He always wants to be wherever you are, and the second you touch him, the purring begins.
This little guy is full of kitten energy and loves to play, especially with other cats. He wrestles regularly with the resident cat and would love a feline playmate in his forever home. He also co-exists happily with the resident 50-pound dog, so he's proven he can handle a big personality (and a big housemate) with ease.
Binx has a great appetite and a voice to match. He's vocal enough to let you know when he wants food or love, and he's not shy about asking for either.
If you're looking for a sweet, social shadow who will follow you from room to room and purr the whole way, Binx is ready to be your guy. A home with another playful cat would make him extra happy.

  • House-trained
Adopt binx c. from13thstcats.orgSan Jose, CA · listed Oct 23

2. Phoenix

Kitten (2 months 13 days) · Female · Calico / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 24 mi from Santa Cruz

These four adorable kittens are incredibly pretty and well-behaved and love people. They enjoy playing and being together. The best pairings are any two of the four or one with another kitten because they’re so playful. They really enjoy balls with bells, fuzzy little mice, springs, and the ball tower, as well as kicking back with each other to nap, as you can see from the picture.Sedona, the dark orange tabby with white paws and tuxedo, is just so handsome.Tucson, the buff tabby with white, is quite outgoing and just loves attention and calls for it too.Prescott, the all buff tabby boy, is a stellar example of how all orange kitties can really vary in shade.Phoenix, the calico girl, is just wonderfully marked. She's more petite than her brothers, but she's quite up to everything they are when it comes time to play.

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Phoenix from13thstcats.orgSan Jose, CA · listed Oct 23

3. Prescott

Kitten (2 months 13 days) · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 24 mi from Santa Cruz

These four adorable kittens are incredibly pretty and well-behaved and love people. They enjoy playing and being together. The best pairings are any two of the four or one with another kitten because they’re so playful. They really enjoy balls with bells, fuzzy little mice, springs, and the ball tower, as well as kicking back with each other to nap, as you can see from the picture.Sedona, the dark orange tabby with white paws and tuxedo, is just so handsome.Tucson, the buff tabby with white, is quite outgoing and just loves attention and calls for it too.Prescott, the all buff tabby boy, is a stellar example of how all orange kitties can really vary in shade.Phoenix, the calico girl, is just wonderfully marked. She's more petite than her brothers, but she's quite up to everything they are when it comes time to play.

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Prescott from13thstcats.orgSan Jose, CA · listed Oct 23

4. Tucson

Kitten (2 months 13 days) · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 24 mi from Santa Cruz

These four adorable kittens are incredibly pretty and well-behaved and love people. They enjoy playing and being together. The best pairings are any two of the four or one with another kitten because they’re so playful. They really enjoy balls with bells, fuzzy little mice, springs, and the ball tower, as well as kicking back with each other to nap, as you can see from the picture.Sedona, the dark orange tabby with white paws and tuxedo, is just so handsome.Tucson, the buff tabby with white, is quite outgoing and just loves attention and calls for it too.Prescott, the all buff tabby boy, is a stellar example of how all orange kitties can really vary in shade.Phoenix, the calico girl, is just wonderfully marked. She's more petite than her brothers, but she's quite up to everything they are when it comes time to play.

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Tucson from13thstcats.orgSan Jose, CA · listed Oct 23

5. Sedona

Kitten (2 months 13 days) · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 24 mi from Santa Cruz

These four adorable kittens are incredibly pretty and well-behaved and love people. They enjoy playing and being together. The best pairings are any two of the four or one with another kitten because they’re so playful. They really enjoy balls with bells, fuzzy little mice, springs, and the ball tower, as well as kicking back with each other to nap, as you can see from the picture.Sedona, the dark orange tabby with white paws and tuxedo, is just so handsome.Tucson, the buff tabby with white, is quite outgoing and just loves attention and calls for it too.Prescott, the all buff tabby boy, is a stellar example of how all orange kitties can really vary in shade.Phoenix, the calico girl, is just wonderfully marked. She's more petite than her brothers, but she's quite up to everything they are when it comes time to play.

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Sedona from13thstcats.orgSan Jose, CA · listed Oct 23

6. Mittens

Kitten (1 month 27 days) · Female · Extra-Toes Cat (Hemingway Polydactyl) / Tuxedo / Mixed (short coat) · 16 mi from Santa Cruz

Mittens must be adopted with Biscuit

All of our kittens are spayed/neutered, up to date on their vaccinations, dewormed, deflead and microchipped prior to being delivered to their loving forever home.

Read more about Mittens

All of our kittens are only available for adoption in pairs as it is our policy not to place kittens under six months of age in a forever home without another same aged kitten. We also do not place kittens older than six months into homes where there is currently not another young cat in residence. Most of our kittens are in "bonded pairs" or bonded with their littermates. We reserve the right not to separate bonded pairs or place kittens individually. The happiness and quality of life for our kittens is our top priority. =^..^=

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Mittens fromItty Bitty Orphan Kitty RescueCampbell, CA · listed Oct 22

7. Biscuit

Kitten (1 month 27 days) · Male · Domestic Long Hair / Tabby / Mixed (long coat) · 16 mi from Santa Cruz

Biscuit must be adopted with Mittens

All of our kittens are spayed/neutered, up to date on their vaccinations, dewormed, deflead and microchipped prior to being delivered to their loving forever home.

Read more about Biscuit

All of our kittens are only available for adoption in pairs as it is our policy not to place kittens under six months of age in a forever home without another same aged kitten. We also do not place kittens older than six months into homes where there is currently not another young cat in residence. Most of our kittens are in "bonded pairs" or bonded with their littermates. We reserve the right not to separate bonded pairs or place kittens individually. The happiness and quality of life for our kittens is our top priority. =^..^=

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Biscuit fromItty Bitty Orphan Kitty RescueCampbell, CA · listed Oct 22

8. Hapa

Kitten (4 months 21 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 16 mi from Santa Cruz

Hapa must be adopted with Kendrick, Kendrick, Kobe, Louise, Thelma, Cleo or Beiley

All of our kittens are spayed/neutered, up to date on their vaccinations, dewormed, deflead and microchipped prior to being delivered to their loving forever home.

Read more about Hapa

All of our kittens are only available for adoption in pairs as it is our policy not to place kittens under six months of age in a forever home without another same aged kitten. We also do not place kittens older than six months into homes where there is currently not another young cat in residence. Most of our kittens are in "bonded pairs" or bonded with their littermates. We reserve the right not to separate bonded pairs or place kittens individually. The happiness and quality of life for our kittens is our top priority. =^..^=

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Hapa fromItty Bitty Orphan Kitty RescueCampbell, CA · listed Oct 16

9. milo 2

Kitten (5 months 6 days) · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 24 mi from Santa Cruz

can we have curious, cute, and cuddly all wrapped into one kitten? Milo (2) is that that and more. Found alone in an industrial neighborhood, he was rescued by a sweet couple who brought him home then reached out to us to take him in. He is a love-- easy and ready to find a forever family!

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt milo 2 from13thstcats.orgSan Jose, CA · listed Oct 16

10. Monroe

Kitten (1 month 28 days) · Male · Siamese / Mixed (short coat) · 16 mi from Santa Cruz

Monroe must be adopted with one of his siblings: Gable, Taylor or Brando

All of our kittens are spayed/neutered, up to date on their vaccinations, dewormed, deflead and microchipped prior to being delivered to their loving forever home.

Read more about Monroe

All of our kittens are only available for adoption in pairs as it is our policy not to place kittens under six months of age in a forever home without another same aged kitten. We also do not place kittens older than six months into homes where there is currently not another young cat in residence. Most of our kittens are in "bonded pairs" or bonded with their littermates. We reserve the right not to separate bonded pairs or place kittens individually. The happiness and quality of life for our kittens is our top priority. =^..^=

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Monroe fromItty Bitty Orphan Kitty RescueCampbell, CA · listed Oct 15

11. Taylor

Kitten (1 month 28 days) · Female · Siamese / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 16 mi from Santa Cruz

Taylor must be adopted with one of her siblings: Gable, Monroe, or Brando

All of our kittens are spayed/neutered, up to date on their vaccinations, dewormed, deflead and microchipped prior to being delivered to their loving forever home.

Read more about Taylor

All of our kittens are only available for adoption in pairs as it is our policy not to place kittens under six months of age in a forever home without another same aged kitten. We also do not place kittens older than six months into homes where there is currently not another young cat in residence. Most of our kittens are in "bonded pairs" or bonded with their littermates. We reserve the right not to separate bonded pairs or place kittens individually. The happiness and quality of life for our kittens is our top priority. =^..^=

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Taylor fromItty Bitty Orphan Kitty RescueCampbell, CA · listed Oct 15

12. Hazel

Kitten (1 month 25 days) · Female · Domestic Medium Hair / Mixed (medium coat) · 22 mi from Santa Cruz

IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN ADOPTING, PLEASE FILL OUT OUR ADOPTION APPLICATION AT TCRESCUE.COM/ADOPT

Hazel is a friendly, playful kitten who is ready for a loving home! She was born in August 2026, which makes her 2 months old in October 2026. Hazel is a beauty! She's friendly and.adjusted well to living inside. She's a well-rounded purrrfect little kitten and is completely litter box trained. She

Read more about Hazel

would love to be adopted into a home with another young kitty to play, or one of her siblings, Aspen, Cedar, Russett, Amber, Willow, or Oakley. Hazel is being fostered currently in Manteca. We can arrange a FaceTime visit, or you're welcome to visit her in her current foster home. Same-day adoptions are available at the discretion of the fosterer. Her adoption fee is $175. She's been spayed and up to date on vaccines.

Learn why kittens in pairs are healthier and happier at: http://tcrescue.com/why2kittens

If you would like to meet this kitten, please start by filling out our adoption application at tcrescue.com/adopt

ADOPTION INQUIRIES SUBMITTED WITHOUT A COMPLETED APPLICATION FROM THE LINK ABOVE MAY NOT RECEIVE A RESPONSE.

Tailchaser Rescue is a 501(c)3 non-profit, no-kill organization dedicated to rescuing cats and dogs from shelters where they are in danger. Our foster volunteers provide loving temporary homes for our rescued animals until they are adopted.

By adopting a cat or dog, you're making a commitment to provide love, care, and medical treatment for the life of the animal, which can be up to 20 years or more! We are committed to placing our rescued animals with families who are prepared for the responsibility of owning an animal for its entire lifetime, so that they are never again at the mercy of the shelter system.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Hazel fromTailchaser RescueSan Jose, CA · listed Oct 9

13. Oakley

Kitten (2 months) · Male · Domestic Medium Hair / Mixed (medium coat) · 22 mi from Santa Cruz

IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN ADOPTING, PLEASE FILL OUT OUR ADOPTION APPLICATION AT TCRESCUE.COM/ADOPT

Oakley is a friendly, playful kitten who is ready for a loving home! He was born in August 2026, which makes him 2 months old in October 2026. Oakley is a beauty! He's friendly and.adjusted well to living inside. He's a well-rounded purrrfect little kitten and is completely litter box trained. He

Read more about Oakley

would love to be adopted into a home with another young kitty to play, or one of his siblings, Aspen, Cedar, Russett, Willow, Hazel, or Amber. Oakley is being fostered currently in Manteca. We can arrange a FaceTime visit, or you're welcome to visit him in his current foster home. Same-day adoptions are available at the discretion of the fosterer. His adoption fee is $250. He's been neutered and up to date on vaccines.

Learn why kittens in pairs are healthier and happier at: http://tcrescue.com/why2kittens

If you would like to meet this kitten, please start by filling out our adoption application at tcrescue.com/adopt

ADOPTION INQUIRIES SUBMITTED WITHOUT A COMPLETED APPLICATION FROM THE LINK ABOVE MAY NOT RECEIVE A RESPONSE.

Tailchaser Rescue is a 501(c)3 non-profit, no-kill organization dedicated to rescuing cats and dogs from shelters where they are in danger. Our foster volunteers provide loving temporary homes for our rescued animals until they are adopted.

By adopting a cat or dog, you're making a commitment to provide love, care, and medical treatment for the life of the animal, which can be up to 20 years or more! We are committed to placing our rescued animals with families who are prepared for the responsibility of owning an animal for its entire lifetime, so that they are never again at the mercy of the shelter system.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Oakley fromTailchaser RescueSan Jose, CA · listed Oct 9

14. Aspen

Kitten (2 months) · Male · Domestic Medium Hair / Mixed (medium coat) · 22 mi from Santa Cruz

IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN ADOPTING, PLEASE FILL OUT OUR ADOPTION APPLICATION AT TCRESCUE.COM/ADOPT

Aspen is a friendly, playful kitten who is ready for a loving home! He was born in August 2026, which makes him 2 months old in October 2026. Aspen is a beauty! He's friendly and.adjusted well to living inside. He's a well-rounded purrrfect little kitten and is completely litter box trained. He

Read more about Aspen

would love to be adopted into a home with another young kitty to play, or one of his siblings, Cedar, Russett, Oakley, Willow, Hazel, or Amber. Aspen is being fostered currently in Manteca. We can arrange a FaceTime visit, or you're welcome to visit him in his current foster home. Same-day adoptions are available at the discretion of the fosterer. His adoption fee is $175. He's been neutered and up to date on vaccines.

Learn why kittens in pairs are healthier and happier at: http://tcrescue.com/why2kittens

If you would like to meet this kitten, please start by filling out our adoption application at tcrescue.com/adopt

ADOPTION INQUIRIES SUBMITTED WITHOUT A COMPLETED APPLICATION FROM THE LINK ABOVE MAY NOT RECEIVE A RESPONSE.

Tailchaser Rescue is a 501(c)3 non-profit, no-kill organization dedicated to rescuing cats and dogs from shelters where they are in danger. Our foster volunteers provide loving temporary homes for our rescued animals until they are adopted.

By adopting a cat or dog, you're making a commitment to provide love, care, and medical treatment for the life of the animal, which can be up to 20 years or more! We are committed to placing our rescued animals with families who are prepared for the responsibility of owning an animal for its entire lifetime, so that they are never again at the mercy of the shelter system.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Aspen fromTailchaser RescueSan Jose, CA · listed Oct 9

15. Pumpkin

Kitten (3 months 1 day) · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 16 mi from Santa Cruz

Pumpkin must be adopted with his brother Patches

All of our kittens are spayed/neutered, up to date on their vaccinations, dewormed, deflead and microchipped prior to being delivered to their loving forever home.

Read more about Pumpkin

All of our kittens are only available for adoption in pairs as it is our policy not to place kittens under six months of age in a forever home without another same aged kitten. We also do not place kittens older than six months into homes where there is currently not another young cat in residence. Most of our kittens are in "bonded pairs" or bonded with their littermates. We reserve the right not to separate bonded pairs or place kittens individually. The happiness and quality of life for our kittens is our top priority. =^..^=

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Pumpkin fromItty Bitty Orphan Kitty RescueCampbell, CA · listed Oct 8

16. Evelyn

Kitten (2 months 25 days) · Female · Torbie / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 16 mi from Santa Cruz

Evelyn must be adopted with one of her siblings: Damien, Elora or Lucien

Evelyn has the most beautiful face markings and is very photogenic. She has features of tortoise shell and tabby and her hair is a bit longer than the others. She is quick to cuddle and purr. She especially likes to play with her sibling Damien.

All of our kittens are spayed/neutered, up to date on their vaccinations, dewormed, deflead and microchipped prior to being delivered to their loving forever home.

Read more about Evelyn

All of our kittens are only available for adoption in pairs as it is our policy not to place kittens under six months of age in a forever home without another same aged kitten. We also do not place kittens older than six months into homes where there is currently not another young cat in residence. Most of our kittens are in "bonded pairs" or bonded with their littermates. We reserve the right not to separate bonded pairs or place kittens individually. The happiness and quality of life for our kittens is our top priority. =^..^=

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Evelyn fromItty Bitty Orphan Kitty RescueCampbell, CA · listed Oct 1

17. Elora

Kitten (2 months 25 days) · Female · Torbie / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 16 mi from Santa Cruz

Elora must be adopted with one of her siblings: Damien, Lucien or Evelyn
Elora is the smallest of the group but a mighty player. Fuzzy balls are her toy of choice along with anything with a bell. She has a blaze of orange on her face, and her color is more subtle than her siblings but very beautiful and unusual. She spends most of her time with her sibling Lucien. She is usually the first to eat. She is less outgoing and a bit skittish at times, but once she gets used to you, she’s your buddy.

Read more about Elora

All of our kittens are spayed/neutered, up to date on their vaccinations, dewormed, deflead and microchipped prior to being delivered to their loving forever home.

All of our kittens are only available for adoption in pairs as it is our policy not to place kittens under six months of age in a forever home without another same aged kitten. We also do not place kittens older than six months into homes where there is currently not another young cat in residence. Most of our kittens are in "bonded pairs" or bonded with their littermates. We reserve the right not to separate bonded pairs or place kittens individually. The happiness and quality of life for our kittens is our top priority. =^..^=

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Elora fromItty Bitty Orphan Kitty RescueCampbell, CA · listed Oct 1

18. Damien

Kitten (2 months 25 days) · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 16 mi from Santa Cruz

Damien must be adopted with one of his siblings: Lucien, Elora or Evelyn

When Damien isn’t playing with his siblings, toys or his own tail he enjoys a bit of snuggle time. He is very outgoing and instigates much of the playtime with his siblings, usually Evelyn. He has an unusual habit of crouching when he eats. He has beautiful black stripes and spots on his gray/brown tabby coat.
All of our kittens are spayed/neutered, up to date on their vaccinations, dewormed, deflead and microchipped prior to being delivered to their loving forever home.

Read more about Damien

All of our kittens are only available for adoption in pairs as it is our policy not to place kittens under six months of age in a forever home without another same aged kitten. We also do not place kittens older than six months into homes where there is currently not another young cat in residence. Most of our kittens are in "bonded pairs" or bonded with their littermates. We reserve the right not to separate bonded pairs or place kittens individually. The happiness and quality of life for our kittens is our top priority. =^..^=

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Damien fromItty Bitty Orphan Kitty RescueCampbell, CA · listed Oct 1

19. Lucien

Kitten (2 months 25 days) · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 16 mi from Santa Cruz

Lucien must be adopted with one of his siblings: Damien, Elora or Evelyn

Lucian is the most chill of the group, an unusual trait for a ginger. He has beautiful markings and his eye color matches his coat. He does play, often with Elora, but he also enjoys watching the others as they chase around the room.

All of our kittens are spayed/neutered, up to date on their vaccinations, dewormed, deflead and microchipped prior to being delivered to their loving forever home.

Read more about Lucien

All of our kittens are only available for adoption in pairs as it is our policy not to place kittens under six months of age in a forever home without another same aged kitten. We also do not place kittens older than six months into homes where there is currently not another young cat in residence. Most of our kittens are in "bonded pairs" or bonded with their littermates. We reserve the right not to separate bonded pairs or place kittens individually. The happiness and quality of life for our kittens is our top priority. =^..^=

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Lucien fromItty Bitty Orphan Kitty RescueCampbell, CA · listed Oct 1

20. wanda

Kitten (3 months 19 days) · Female · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 24 mi from Santa Cruz

Wanda is an energetic ball of fun. She races around with her sisters, oblivious to anything in the world except the task at hand: play. She can fly through the to catch a feather wand, attack a crinkle ball like it owes her money and chase a spring all across the room. Her sisters love to engage in unending rounds of Wrestle-mania.

Read more about wanda

Wanda is curious and adventurous. She is eager to explore everything about the world around her, examine every corner, sniff out every new experience. She is interested in the activities of her humans and will supervise them until she is satisfied, then move on to her next venture. This exuberant little furball is simply a delight. Her antics will leave you smiling, because the world is a better place with her in it. And when she’s worn herself out, she will curl up nearby, resting up for her next round- but for now just content to be next to you.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt wanda from13thstcats.orgSan Jose, CA · listed Sep 27

21. ms.marvel

Kitten (3 months 19 days) · Female · Tabby / Domestic Long Hair / Mixed (long coat) · 24 mi from Santa Cruz

Ms Marvel is a long furred beauty who is wise, gentle girl. She’s pure kitten when it comes to playing and she is all in with her sisters, wrestling and chasing each other until they drop. She loves a fuzzy worm toy and will chase a spring across the floor until it disappears into the void that cat toys retreat to, then come back to find her next subject.
This sensitive girl gets along well with other cats and knows how to approach them gently and carefully. She understands how to just be still while others adjust. There’s a very smart princess under all that fluff- she lives up to her name. She’s an exceptional kitty for someone who can appreciate her old soul energy. And when she’s not taking care of all those around her, you can find her curled up close, resting up for another episode of play and kitten mayhem. The best of both worlds.

  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt ms.marvel from13thstcats.orgSan Jose, CA · listed Sep 27

22. Hayden

Kitten (2 months 26 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Tabby / Mixed (short coat) · 16 mi from Santa Cruz

Hayden must be adopted with one of his siblings: Holden

All of our kittens are spayed/neutered, up to date on their vaccinations, dewormed, deflead and microchipped prior to being delivered to their loving forever home.

Read more about Hayden

All of our kittens are only available for adoption in pairs as it is our policy not to place kittens under six months of age in a forever home without another same aged kitten. We also do not place kittens older than six months into homes where there is currently not another young cat in residence. Most of our kittens are in "bonded pairs" or bonded with their littermates. We reserve the right not to separate bonded pairs or place kittens individually. The happiness and quality of life for our kittens is our top priority. =^..^=

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Hayden fromItty Bitty Orphan Kitty RescueCampbell, CA · listed Sep 23

23. Holden

Kitten (2 months 26 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Tabby / Mixed (short coat) · 16 mi from Santa Cruz

Holden must be adopted with one of his siblings: Hayden

All of our kittens are spayed/neutered, up to date on their vaccinations, dewormed, deflead and microchipped prior to being delivered to their loving forever home.

Read more about Holden

All of our kittens are only available for adoption in pairs as it is our policy not to place kittens under six months of age in a forever home without another same aged kitten. We also do not place kittens older than six months into homes where there is currently not another young cat in residence. Most of our kittens are in "bonded pairs" or bonded with their littermates. We reserve the right not to separate bonded pairs or place kittens individually. The happiness and quality of life for our kittens is our top priority. =^..^=

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Holden fromItty Bitty Orphan Kitty RescueCampbell, CA · listed Sep 23

24. Birch

Kitten (6 months) · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 24 mi from Santa Cruz

THIS animal listing is a COURTESY LISTING - not a 13th St Cat Rescue animal. See information about whom to contact in bio THANK YOU
Birch is a very nosy kitten who demands lots of attention and spends his time getting into small places. He may be a bit shy at first, but he can be bribed with food and loves cheek and side rubs. Once he gets the proper attention, he purrs loudly and starts licking any part of your arm he can reach, and he's mastered the art of flopping down for a belly rub. He's currently fostered with his brother Juniper who he spends most of his time playing and cuddling with.
Please contact Chitra to meet Birch: 858-905-0672, kchitra1698@gmail.com

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Birch from13thstcats.orgSan Jose, CA · listed Sep 16Courtesy listing: Birch's family is rehoming him through this rescue.

25. juniper

Kitten (6 months) · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 24 mi from Santa Cruz

THIS animal listing is a COURTESY LISTING - not a 13th St Cat Rescue animal. See information about whom to contact in bio THANK YOU
Juniper is a cuddly kitten who likes watching cat tv and spending quality time with people. He may be a little shy initially, but he loves cheek and side rubs and quickly turns into a purring engine. Once he gets used to you, he becomes a complete lap cat and will sit with you for hours, or at least until a toy rolls across the floor. He's currently fostered with his brother Birch who he spends most of his time playing and cuddling with.
Please contact Chitra to meet Juniper: 858-905-0672, kchitra1698@gmail.com

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt juniper from13thstcats.orgSan Jose, CA · listed Sep 16Courtesy listing: juniper's family is rehoming him through this rescue.

26. Jackson

Kitten (3 months 1 day) · Male · Siamese / Domestic Medium Hair / Mixed (medium coat) · 16 mi from Santa Cruz

Jackson must be adopted with Zaria

All of our kittens are spayed/neutered, up to date on their vaccinations, dewormed, deflead and microchipped prior to being delivered to their loving forever home.

Read more about Jackson

All of our kittens are only available for adoption in pairs as it is our policy not to place kittens under six months of age in a forever home without another same aged kitten. We also do not place kittens older than six months into homes where there is currently not another young cat in residence. Most of our kittens are in "bonded pairs" or bonded with their littermates. We reserve the right not to separate bonded pairs or place kittens individually. The happiness and quality of life for our kittens is our top priority. =^..^=

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Jackson fromItty Bitty Orphan Kitty RescueCampbell, CA · listed Sep 5

27. Zaria

Kitten (3 months 11 days) · Female · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 16 mi from Santa Cruz

Zaria must be adopted with Jackson

All of our kittens are spayed/neutered, up to date on their vaccinations, dewormed, deflead and microchipped prior to being delivered to their loving forever home.

Read more about Zaria

All of our kittens are only available for adoption in pairs as it is our policy not to place kittens under six months of age in a forever home without another same aged kitten. We also do not place kittens older than six months into homes where there is currently not another young cat in residence. Most of our kittens are in "bonded pairs" or bonded with their littermates. We reserve the right not to separate bonded pairs or place kittens individually. The happiness and quality of life for our kittens is our top priority. =^..^=

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Zaria fromItty Bitty Orphan Kitty RescueCampbell, CA · listed Sep 5

28. Annie

Kitten (3 months 16 days) · Female · Calico / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 16 mi from Santa Cruz

Annie must be adopted with Amelia

All of our kittens are spayed/neutered, up to date on their vaccinations, dewormed, deflead and microchipped prior to being delivered to their loving forever home.

Read more about Annie

All of our kittens are only available for adoption in pairs as it is our policy not to place kittens under six months of age in a forever home without another same aged kitten. We also do not place kittens older than six months into homes where there is currently not another young cat in residence. Most of our kittens are in "bonded pairs" or bonded with their littermates. We reserve the right not to separate bonded pairs or place kittens individually. The happiness and quality of life for our kittens is our top priority. =^..^=

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Annie fromItty Bitty Orphan Kitty RescueCampbell, CA · listed Sep 5

29. Amelia

Kitten (2 months 3 days) · Female · Calico / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 16 mi from Santa Cruz

Amelia must be adopted with Annie

All of our kittens are spayed/neutered, up to date on their vaccinations, dewormed, deflead and microchipped prior to being delivered to their loving forever home.

Read more about Amelia

All of our kittens are only available for adoption in pairs as it is our policy not to place kittens under six months of age in a forever home without another same aged kitten. We also do not place kittens older than six months into homes where there is currently not another young cat in residence. Most of our kittens are in "bonded pairs" or bonded with their littermates. We reserve the right not to separate bonded pairs or place kittens individually. The happiness and quality of life for our kittens is our top priority. =^..^=

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Amelia fromItty Bitty Orphan Kitty RescueCampbell, CA · listed Sep 5

30. Oscar

Kitten (4 months 4 days) · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 16 mi from Santa Cruz

Oscar must be adopted with his foster mate Oliver

All of our kittens are spayed/neutered, up to date on their vaccinations, dewormed, deflead and microchipped prior to being delivered to their loving forever home.

Read more about Oscar

All of our kittens are only available for adoption in pairs as it is our policy not to place kittens under six months of age in a forever home without another same aged kitten. We also do not place kittens older than six months into homes where there is currently not another young cat in residence. Most of our kittens are in "bonded pairs" or bonded with their littermates. We reserve the right not to separate bonded pairs or place kittens individually. The happiness and quality of life for our kittens is our top priority. =^..^=

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Oscar fromItty Bitty Orphan Kitty RescueCampbell, CA · listed Jul 28

Adopting a kitten in Santa Cruz

Kittens usually go to their new homes from about eight weeks old, once they're eating on their own and have had their first vaccinations. Most rescues spay or neuter them before adoption, or include it in the fee.

Think about adopting two. Kittens raised together play with each other instead of your ankles and furniture, and many rescues charge less for a pair.

Kittens need more of your time than grown cats: several small meals a day, plenty of play, and a home with cords and small objects tidied away.

Rescues with kittens near Santa Cruz

Questions about adopting kittens in Santa Cruz

How many kittens are up for adoption in Santa Cruz?

As of October 29, 2026, rescues and shelters within 25 miles of Santa Cruz, California, have 110 kittens up for adoption. The list is updated every day.

Where can I adopt a kitten in Santa Cruz?

The rescues with the most kittens near Santa Cruz right now are Itty Bitty Orphan Kitty Rescue (Campbell, CA), 13thstcats.org (San Jose, CA) and Tailchaser Rescue (San Jose, CA). Each cat above has the rescue's phone number and website.

How old are kittens when they can be adopted?

Usually eight weeks or older, once they're weaned, eating on their own and have had their first vaccinations. Rescues often keep kittens with their mother or in foster care until then.

Listings are updated daily. Rescues are responsible for their own listings; a cat may have been adopted since this page was updated.