Kid-Friendly Cats for Adoption in Santa Monica, CA: 24 Cats Good with Children
By Cats of the Day · Updated

Rescues and shelters within 25 miles of Santa Monica have 24 kid-friendly cats up for adoption. Here are all 24, 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. Montgomery
Kitten · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 12 mi from Santa Monica




* 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
2. Ralphie
Kitten · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 12 mi from Santa Monica




* 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
3. Munji
Kitten · Male · Domestic Medium Hair / Mixed (medium coat) · 12 mi from Santa Monica




* 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
4. Simba
Adult · Male · Snowshoe / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 12 mi from Santa Monica




* 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
5. Alfie
Adult · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 12 mi from Santa Monica




* 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
6. Ashley
Young · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 6 mi from Santa Monica





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
7. Mary-Kate
Young · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 6 mi from Santa Monica




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
8. Rosy
Young · Female · Domestic Short Hair · 6 mi from Santa Monica




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
9. Tini
Young · Female · Tuxedo / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 25 mi from Santa Monica


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
10. Cal
Young · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 6 mi from Santa Monica




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
11. Stitch
Adult · Male · Tuxedo / Domestic Medium Hair / Mixed (medium coat) · 12 mi from Santa Monica




* Courtesy Posting. Please See Below for Contact and Meet & Greet Information. *
Stitch is a gorgeous 3½-year-old tuxedo boy with soft, medium-length fur and a wonderfully affectionate personality.
Stitch was bottle-fed from birth as part of a litter of six kittens, so he has known the comfort and companionship of people his entire life. He is healthy, neutered, current on his vaccinations, and loves both affection and playtime.
He currently lives with an older feline “brother” and gets along well with him. With a thoughtful introduction, Stitch may be a good match for a home with another friendly cat.
Read more about Stitch
He could also be very happy as the center of someone’s attention.
Sadly, Stitch’s elderly owner is experiencing health challenges and can no longer provide the care and attention he deserves. This sweet boy has been deeply loved, and we are hoping to help him find a secure, loving home where he can begin his next chapter.
Stitch is being shared as a courtesy posting and is not currently in the care of Peter Zippi Memorial Fund. Additional information about his location, adoption process, and any applicable adoption requirements can be provided to interested applicants.
* Please send an email to adopt@peterzippifund.org to learn more and to schedule a meet & greet. *
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
12. Sammy
Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 6 mi from Santa Monica





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
13. Niccolite
Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 6 mi from Santa Monica





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
14. Opal
Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 6 mi from Santa Monica




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
15. Ellison & Fitz
Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Tabby / Mixed (short coat) · 22 mi from Santa Monica




❤️ 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
16. Haymish and Isla Contact Sylva
Senior · Male · Siamese (short coat) · 4 mi from Santa Monica


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
17. Isla and Haymish Contact Sylva
Senior · Female · Siamese (short coat) · 4 mi from Santa Monica


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
18. Portia
Young · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 6 mi from Santa Monica







Portia
Meet Portia — a gorgeous calico girl with just the right amount of sass and a whole lot of sweetness.
Like her brother Cal, Portia has been returned twice, and not because of anything she did wrong. She and her brother have simply had an incredibly unfair run of bad luck with people who weren’t able to make the lifetime commitment they deserved.
Read more about Portia
Her first adoption ended after a major health scare with Cal made it clear that her adopter wasn’t able to provide the care they needed. The second adopter promised it would be forever — but a new job and a new boyfriend apparently changed the equation. And once again, Portia and her brother were the ones left behind.
None of this is their fault. They deserve a family who understands that adopting a cat means committing to them through all of life’s changes — not just when it’s convenient.
Portia is a calico through and through: she’s got opinions, she’s got personality, and she’s absolutely not afraid to let you know what she thinks. But underneath that sassy little exterior is an incredibly sweet, affectionate girl who loves her people and has so much love to give.
She came from a LARGE brood, raised by an amazing mama named Meadow, who took such good care of her babies and raised them to be the very best kittens around. Portia loves to play, enjoys being part of the action, and is an all-around fun, loving companion.
She’s sassy but SWEET, playful but affectionate, and full of personality — exactly what you want in a calico girl. ❤️
After being let down twice, Portia deserves a home that will finally show her what forever actually means.
A home where her sass is celebrated. Her sweetness is cherished. And her place in the family is never in question.
Portia is ready for her forever. And this time, we want it to really be forever. ❤️
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
19. Ty
Adult · Male · Tabby (short coat) · 24 mi from Santa Monica



DOB 5/3/2024Orange maleRoom 2If you’re looking for a super social, orange friendly lap cat that’s the life of the party, Ty is your guy.He prefers people but likes other cats as well. He will follow you around, have conversations with you and will want to be by your side.He needs an active household where he can be showered with love and attention.Come in to meet him!
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
20. Snooki
Senior · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 25 mi from Santa Monica



Meet Snooki!
Snookie is an approximately 8-year-old gray-and-white domestic shorthair who has been waiting far too long for the first real home of her own.
As far as we know, Snookie spent most of her life living in a shed in someone’s backyard. Despite everything she has been through, she is one of the most affectionate, gentle and loving cats you could ever meet. Her coat is incredibly soft, and she absolutely loves being petted, having her belly rubbed and curling up in someone’s lap.
Snookie also loves to talk and will charm you with her adorable trills, chirps and little conversations. She has so much affection to give and will make someone the most wonderful, devoted companion.
More than anything, Snookie wants a warm lap, a safe home and someone to love her for the rest of her life.
Read more about Snooki
She has many wonderful years ahead of her, and we are looking for a truly committed adopter who will make her a permanent member of the family and ensure that she never again faces homelessness.
Snookie is spayed, vaccinated, flea-treated, microchipped and litter-trained. She has been fully vetted and recently received a complete dental.
After waiting nearly half her life, Snookie deserves her first true forever home. Could it be yours?
Her adoption fee is $195, which will help toward her veterinary expenses.
To request an application, please email adoptions@lbsn.org. Once we receive your completed application, we will coordinate a time for you to meet her.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
21. Manxine
Young · Female · Manx (short coat) · 25 mi from Santa Monica




Meet Manxine - a cutie patootie with a troubled booty!
Manxine is a super sweet and affectionate 1yo girl with manx syndrome. She’s very confident and loves to meet new people cuz new people means more pets and cuddles! She enjoys all forms of affection including being picked up and held! She’s very active and playful, always hopping around like a little bunny to chase after toys which is absolutely adorable to watch.
She has a mild case of manx syndrome so while she is able to go to the bathroom on her own and use the litter box , she occasionally may get out of the litter box before she has completely finished pooping. She may be seem like more work than the average non-manx kitty, but her amazing personality and sweet, loving nature makes it totally worth it!
Email adoptions@lbsn.org if you’re interested in adopting this sweet girl!
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
- Special needs
22. Sharky
Kitten · Male · Russian Blue / Mixed (short coat) · 6 mi from Santa Monica




Meet Sharky & Chili (current names under foster care - subject to change)
These cute boys were just
2 weeks old
when they were dumped at a shelter. At that age, kittens require around-the-clock bottle feeding, and because the shelter didn’t have the resources to provide that level of care, they were automatically placed on the euthanasia list that very day.
Thankfully, they were rescued just in time and welcomed into the loving hands of an incredible bottle-feeding foster. From fragile babies fighting for a chance at life, they’ve grown into healthy, happy little adventurers.
Read more about Sharky
Today, Sharky and Chili are everything you could want in kittens:
curious, playful, fearless, and full of personality.
They spend their days chasing toys, wrestling with each other, and exploring every corner they can find. But once they’re done causing adorable chaos, they’re more than happy to curl up in your lap for a nap and remind you just how sweet they are.
Having been raised by humans since they were tiny, they are affectionate, social, and thrive on companionship. They share a special bond and would love to continue their adventures together.
These boys were given a second chance at life. Now they’re looking for the family that will give them the happily ever after they deserve
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
23. Dory
Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 6 mi from Santa Monica




Meet Baby Dory! Like her namesake, Dory’s story began with a big adventure. She was discovered trapped inside a grate, where she and her siblings had been stuck for at least two days while their mama desperately meowed nearby for help. By the time a kind Good Samaritan rescued her in the middle of the night, her mom and siblings had disappeared, leaving little Dory alone in a box.
Thankfully, Dory’s luck changed when one of our incredible fosters stepped in and bottle-fed her, giving her all the love and care she needed to thrive. Today, she’s a healthy, happy, and absolutely fearless little girl.
Read more about Dory
Dory is sweet, affectionate, and full of nonstop kitten antics. She loves to play, explore, climb, and then curl up for cuddles when she’s finally worn herself out. She’s wonderful with kids, gets along great with other cats, and would likely do well with cat-friendly dogs.
Because she’s still a baby with endless energy, Dory
must
go to a home with another young, playful kitten or be adopted with a feline friend. She’s looking for a partner in crime who can keep up with her zoomies and help her grow into a confident adult cat.
After surviving such a difficult start, Dory deserves a lifetime of love, laughter, and adventure.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
24. Tilli
Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 6 mi from Santa Monica



Tilli is a sweet 10–12 week old kitten with a big heart and an even bigger story.
This little girl was discovered crying from inside an outdoor HVAC unit, all alone and desperately asking for help. Thankfully, a kind neighbor came to her rescue, and since then Tilli has shown everyone just how loving and resilient she is.
Tilli is affectionate, playful, and full of kitten charm. She loves attention, enjoys being around people, and is quickly learning that the world can be a safe and happy place. Whether she’s chasing toys, exploring her surroundings, or curling up for a nap, she brings joy wherever she goes.
Read more about Tilli
Tilli did receive a positive FIV test as a very young kitten, but kittens tested at this age can sometimes carry maternal antibodies that result in false positives. Because of this, her status remains uncertain until she can be retested when she’s older.
For now, Tilli is simply looking for what every kitten deserves: a loving family to call her own.
Could Tilli be the missing piece in your family?
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
Adopting a cat with children in Santa Monica
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 Monica
- Stray No MoreLos Angeles, CA · 11 kid-friendly cats above
- Peter Zippi Fund For AnimalsHermosa Beach, CA · 6 kid-friendly cats above
- Long Beach Spay NeuterLong Beach, CA · 4 kid-friendly cats above
- Starpaws RescueMarina Del Rey, CA · 2 kid-friendly cats above
- Valley Cats, Inc.Westlake Village, CA · 1 kid-friendly cat above
Questions about adopting kid-friendly cats in Santa Monica
How many kid-friendly cats are up for adoption in Santa Monica?
As of October 29, 2026, rescues and shelters within 25 miles of Santa Monica, California, have 24 kid-friendly cats up for adoption. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a kid-friendly cat in Santa Monica?
The rescues with the most kid-friendly cats near Santa Monica right now are Stray No More (Los Angeles, CA), Peter Zippi Fund For Animals (Hermosa Beach, CA) and Long Beach Spay Neuter (Long 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.
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