Cats for Adoption in East Haven, CT: 20 Cats Looking for a Home
73 cats and kittens are waiting for homes at 3 rescues and shelters within 25 miles of East Haven. Here are the 20 nearest, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.
Of the cats up for adoption within 25 miles of East Haven, 35 kittens, 21 young cats and 16 adults. Most are domestic shorthairs and other mixed breeds, but you'll also find Egyptian Mau and Persian cats.
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1. Ronnie
Meet Ronnie,
This tiny little panther is just adorable! Born around August 2026, she was found wandering the streets alone. Playful, feisty, fearless, she takes on cats twice her size. She loves to sit on her foster mom's chest and purr for the longest time. She can be a little shy with strangers at first, but warms up quickly. Ronnie loves to be pet and play with her toy springs and foster mates. She would be a great addition to your home. She will be ready for adoption at the end of October when she will be spayed, vaccinated, snap tested and microchipped.
Read more about Ronnie
Ronnie was born around August 1, 2026, and is currently being fostered in Waterbury. Once she is fixed, up-to-date on shots, and tested negative for FIV/FeLV at the end of October, she will be available for adoption.
All of our cats and kittens are cared for in loving foster homes. "Meet and Greets" can be arranged only after an application has been submitted and approved.
Applications for adoption can be found at our website at www.fosterandforever.org.
Our volunteers do their best to respond within 24-48 hours.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
2. Bunny
Meet Bunny! Your Easter-Ever Sweetheart!
Born on Easter Sunday, Bunny is a little bundle of joy who is ready to hop right into your heart!
This adorable 6-month-old tabby
has the most uniquely beautiful stripes, an irresistible face, and a personality that is just as special as she is. Bunny is lively, playful, and smart, with plenty of kitten energy to keep you smiling. But beneath all that fun is an incredibly affectionate girl who loves attention and being close to her people.
Bunny can get along with other cats and even small dogs with proper, gradual introductions. She’s fully vetted and ready to find the loving forever home she deserves!
Read more about Bunny
If you’re looking for a playful companion who will fill your days with love, laughter, and lots of purrs, Bunny might just be your little Easter miracle!
Age: 6 months
Personality: Affectionate, playful, lively, and smart
Unique feature: Beautiful, distinctive tabby stripes
Other pets: Can do well with cats and small dogs with proper introductions
Health: Fully vetted
Could Bunny be the missing piece of your family? Give this sweet girl the forever home she’s been waiting for!
Bunny was born around March 27, 2026, and is currently being fostered in Waterbury. She is fixed, up-to-date on shots, and tested negative for FIV/FeLV.
All of our cats and kittens are cared for in loving foster homes. "Meet and Greets" can be arranged only after an application has been submitted and approved.
Applications for adoption can be found at our website at www.fosterandforever.org.
Our volunteers do their best to respond within 24-48 hours.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
3. Faxi
Meet Faxi!
Read more about Faxi
If you are looking for an adorable, sweet, loving, playful, active kitten, Faxi is your guy. Found on the streets at 5 months old, Faxi was congested and had a head tilt. Upon bringing him to the vet it was found that he had a polyps in his right ear that was causing him to tilt his head to one side, and was also causing congested sound he was hearing. He has had surgery to remove the polyps and is recovering nicely in his foster home. His head tilt only makes him look cuter, but should resolve itself in time. He will do fine in a home with kids and other cats. He has not been introduced to dogs. He will make a great addition to your home and provide you with much entertainment.
Faxi was born around April 14, 2026, and is currently being fostered in Waterbury. He is fixed, up-to-date on shots, and has tested negative for FIV/FeLV.
All of our cats and kittens are cared for in loving foster homes. "Meet and Greets" can be arranged only after an application has been submitted and approved.
Applications for adoption can be found at our website at www.fosterandforever.org.
Our volunteers do their best to respond within 24-48 hours.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
4. Chyna
Cutie Patootie Chyna is looking for her forever family.
This sweet little girl is just over a year old. Her start is unknown to us, but a FF volunteer rescued her from a colony living in Waterbury.
She LOVES other cats and is very comfortable with her foster family’s dog.
She’s tiny and cute and sweet.
She’s gaining confidence with her foster family and happily receives pets and sleeps on us each night.
Chyna was born around March 30, 2026, and is currently being fostered in Prospect. She is fixed, up-to-date on shots, and has tested negative for FIV/FeLV.
Read more about Chyna
All of our cats and kittens are cared for in loving foster homes. "Meet and Greets" can be arranged only after an application has been submitted and approved.
Applications for adoption can be found at our website at www.fosterandforever.org.
Our volunteers do their best to respond within 24-48 hours.
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
5. Pepsi
Pepsi a a gorgeous, dainty calico. She is often with her brothers, Coke and Fanta, sharing a toy or snuggling.
She is a little shy at first, but once she feels comfortable, she is a Velcro kitty, your shadow, and lap kitty.
She likes to be held, carried around, and cuddled.
Pepsi would do great being adopted with one of her brothers. She has never been around dogs and it might take her a while to warm up to them.
Pepsi was born around May 31, 2026, and is currently being fostered in Naugatuck. She is fixed, up-to-date on shots, and tested negative for FIV/FeLV.
Read more about Pepsi
All of our cats and kittens are cared for in loving foster homes. "Meet and Greets" can be arranged only after an application has been submitted and approved.
Applications for adoption can be found at our website at www.fosterandforever.org.
Our volunteers do their best to respond within 24-48 hours.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
6. Sprite
Sprite is a fun-loving girl! She also has a little arm tattoo going on.
She is the first one to explore and is very confident. She plays a little rough with her siblings(Fanta, Pepsi, and Coke), but absolutely loves them, plus all the other foster kittens and resident cats. Her favorite to play with is Trent, another super playful foster kitten with the same energy.
Sprite has a lot of energy but is not destructive. She usually will run after another kitten to get her energy out.
The minute you pick her up...it's all purrs and snuggles! She enjoys napping on your lap and walks her foster mom to bed every night.
Read more about Sprite
Sprite would be okay by herself, with another playful kitty, or (with proper introduction) a dog, even though she has never met one.
Sprite was born around May 31, 2026, and is currently being fostered in Naugatuck. She is fixed, up-to-date on shots, and tested negative for FIV/FeLV.
All of our cats and kittens are cared for in loving foster homes. "Meet and Greets" can be arranged only after an application has been submitted and approved.
Applications for adoption can be found at our website at www.fosterandforever.org.
Our volunteers do their best to respond within 24-48 hours.
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
7. Mio
Mio is a bit shy, This handsome boy has the most interesting, deep meow and is definitely food motivated!
Mio is also our shelter observer—he likes to sit back, take everything in, and watch the activity around him. With a little patience, love, and plenty of treats, Mio is sure to become a wonderful companion. ❤️
You can find our online-fillable adoption application by visiting https://animalsforlife.org/feline-adoption-application.
- House-trained
8. Montana
Montana is one of AFL’s favorites! ❤️ He is a lovable, playful boy who enjoys spending time with people and having fun.
One of Montana’s favorite things is his tower, where he can climb, play, and keep an eye on everything happening around him.
This sweet boy has so much love to give and is hoping his forever family comes along soon. Could Montana be the perfect addition to your family? ❤️
You can find our online-fillable adoption application by visiting https://animalsforlife.org/feline-adoption-application.
- House-trained
9. Stewart
Happiness, joy, and pure love really do come in one tiny, fluffy package—and his name is Stewart (aka Stewie).
Once we discovered that the secret to his heart is a good scratch behind the ears, Stewie quickly decided humans are his favorite thing (tied with his beloved rattle ball). He has an industrial-strength purr motor—and when he’s extra happy, he adds in a drooly little “love bonus.” Yes, it’s as adorable as it sounds.
Stewart is also very vocal—he’ll happily “talk” to you, and make it clear when he’s ready for pets. He’s an easy kitten to read and loves that back-and-forth interaction with his people.
Read more about Stewart
Don’t let his clingy singleton-kitten past fool you—Stewart is the best of both worlds. He’s perfectly content entertaining himself during the day, and by night he is ready for full-time snuggles.
Stewart gets along well with other cats, has a heart of gold, and carries around the sweetest, most positive little outlook on life. Whether your home is big or small, full of kids or calm and quiet, Stewart will fit right in and love you endlessly. He hasn’t met a dog yet, but with a gentle intro, we think he’d do just fine.
If you’re looking for a social, playful, affectionate, certified lover boy with top-tier snuggles and unmatched charm, then Stewie is your guy.
Stewart was born on June 16, 2026, and is currently being fostered in Southington. He will be fixed, up-to-date on shots, and has tested for FIV/FeLV.
All of our cats and kittens are cared for in loving foster homes. "Meet and Greets" can be arranged only after an application has been submitted and approved.
Applications for adoption can be found at our website at www.fosterandforever.org.
Our volunteers do their best to respond within 24-48 hours.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
10. Doogie & Scout
Doogie and Scout are two beautiful sisters who share a very special bond. These sweet girls are happiest when they are together—whether they’re cuddled up side by side, relaxing, or simply keeping each other company. ❤️
If you’re looking for double the love, double the purrs, and twice the fun, Doogie & Scout may be the perfect pair for you!
They are looking for a loving forever home where they can continue their lives together. Having each other gives them comfort and confidence, and we would love to see these two best friends find a family who will cherish them both.
Read more about Doogie & Scout
You can find our online-fillable adoption application by visiting https://animalsforlife.org/feline-adoption-application.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
- Adopt together
11. Margarita
Meet Momma – The Proud Mama of the Cinco De Mayo Kittens!
This beautiful girl has spent her time being the best mama to her six precious babies, the Cinco De Mayo kittens. She devoted herself to raising them, keeping them safe, happy, and loved. ❤️
Now her babies are growing up, and it’s finally Momma’s turn! She deserves to leave the busy kitten days behind, relax, be spoiled, and find a loving family of her very own.
She’s ready for a forever home where she can be cherished for the wonderful girl she is. No more raising babies—just lots of love, cozy naps, gentle attention, and being someone’s special companion.
Read more about Margarita
Momma has given so much. Now it’s her time to be loved.
Could you be the forever family she’s been waiting for? ❤️
You can find our online-fillable adoption application by visiting https://animalsforlife.org/feline-adoption-application.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
12. Salsa
As always with litters, applications for two or more kittens will take priority.
You can find our online-fillable adoption application by visiting https://animalsforlife.org/feline-adoption-application.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
13. Queso
Meet the Fluffy Sibling Squad! Four siblings, four personalities, and one whole lot of fluffy fun! These adorable babies are as cute as they come, with sweet little faces, soft coats, and just enough mischief to , keep life interesting! Apply online at animalsforlife.org for a meet and greet. As always with litters, applications for two or more kittens will take priority. You can find our online-fillable adoption application by visiting https://animalsforlife.org/feline-adoption-application.
As always with litters, applications for two or more kittens will take priority.
Read more about Queso
You can find our online-fillable adoption application by visiting https://animalsforlife.org/feline-adoption-application.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
14. Burrito
As always with litters, applications for two or more kittens will take priority.
You can find our online-fillable adoption application by visiting https://animalsforlife.org/feline-adoption-application.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
15. Churro
As always with litters, applications for two or more kittens will take priority.
You can find our online-fillable adoption application by visiting https://animalsforlife.org/feline-adoption-application.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
16. Toco
As always with litters, applications for two or more kittens will take priority.
You can find our online-fillable adoption application by visiting https://animalsforlife.org/feline-adoption-application.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
17. Evian
Evian is a gorgeous 2-year-old dilute calico with stunning green eyes. She was found on someone's back porch after giving birth to 5 beautiful babies (the beverage bunch, who will all be available at the end of September) in Ansonia.
Evian was a very protective momma and took her job seriously. Once she was separated from her babies, she was so done with being a mom...she doesn't even want them near her.
Evian enjoys head pets and ear scratches. She doesn't enjoy her back touched, and she doesn't enjoy being picked up. That may change in time.
Evian enjoys spending her days relaxing in the cat tree on the sun porch.
Read more about Evian
She isn't a fan of any of the resident cats or foster kittens in her foster home, though she tolerates them and will growl and hiss if they get too close. There is no fighting or aggression.
Evian loves her wet food. She prefers gravy style.
Her ideal home is a quiet home with either no pets or another docile cat.
Evian was born around June 24, 2024, and is currently being fostered in Naugatuck. She is fixed, up-to-date on shots, and tested negative for FIV/FeLV.
All of our cats and kittens are cared for in loving foster homes. "Meet and Greets" can be arranged only after an application has been submitted and approved.
Applications for adoption can be found at our website at www.fosterandforever.org.
Our volunteers do their best to respond within 24-48 hours.
- Only cat
- No dogs
- House-trained
18. Sasha
Meet adoptable Sasha! The sweetest little lap cat who just wants to be loved and cuddled all day long!
Sasha may be a little shy when you first meet her, but give her some time to feel comfortable and watch out… because once she comes around, you won’t be able to get rid of her!
She’ll happily become your permanent cuddle buddy and soak up all the love you’re willing to give. (These photos are proof!
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She absolutely loves head rubs, treats, and being close to her people. If you’re looking for a gentle, affectionate companion who wants nothing more than a cozy lap and a loving home, Sasha is your girl.
Read more about Sasha
Give this sweet girl the furever home she deserves, she’s ready to fall in love with you!
You can find our online-fillable adoption application by visiting https://animalsforlife.org/feline-adoption-application.
- House-trained
19. Coco
You can find our online-fillable adoption application by visiting https://animalsforlife.org/feline-adoption-application.
- House-trained
20. Billie Jean
Meet Quincy Jones & Billie Jean — Double the Love, Double the Fun!
Looking for a little music to your heart? Meet our adorable brother-and-sister bonded pair, Quincy Jones & Billie Jean! These two sweet kittens were found all on their own and are now discovering just how wonderful life can be with a safe, loving foster family.
Quincy Jones is our confident little explorer! Outgoing, curious, and always ready to discover a new game, this sweet boy has a way of making everyone fall completely in love with him. Give him a toy, a little attention, and some yummy treats, and Quincy is ready to entertain!
Read more about Billie Jean
Billie Jean is his slightly more cautious sister. She may take a little time to warm up, but she’s gaining confidence every day—and having her big brother by her side helps her feel brave enough to explore the world. Once she knows she’s safe, her sweet personality shines through.
Together, these two are a purr-fect duet! They’re playful, affectionate, curious, and VERY food-motivated. Because they’re bonded, they’ll need to be adopted together into a loving home where they can continue building trust and confidence side by side.
Billie Jean was born around April 27, 2026, and is currently being fostered in Bridgeport. She is fixed, up-to-date on shots, and has tested negative for FIV/FeLV.
All of our cats and kittens are cared for in loving foster homes. "Meet and Greets" can be arranged only after an application has been submitted and approved.
Applications for adoption can be found at our website at www.fosterandforever.org.
Our volunteers do their best to respond within 24-48 hours.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
Rescues and shelters near East Haven
The rescues with the most cats listed within 25 miles of East Haven.
- Animals for Life, Inc.Naugatuck, CT · 29 cats · 17 mi from East Haven
How to adopt from Animals for Life, Inc.
All of our prospective adopters must fill out an adoption application and review the application with one of our adoption counselors. The adoption application will enable us to get to know you and your family a little better and help us to better match you with a pet that will suit your lifestyle. We request that all members of a family be present at the time of application. It's important to us that all members of your household be comfortable with the animals that you are considering for adoption. We try to ensure that the animals you are looking at are a safe and compatible match for all members of your family by giving you information about the activity level, training needs and general personality traits of the animals in our care. We try very hard to make the best possible match between your home and one of our pets, so we do reserve the right to deny any application. We also will accept multiple applications on the same animal in an effort to find it the best home. We require written permission from your landlord or management company in the event that you rent your residence. Animals for Life checks veterinarian references and may make a home visit either before or after a pet is adopted. We do not ship any animal. We remain available for assistance and follow-up advice after a pet goes to a new home. Remember, our job begins with an adoption -- we are always happy to hear from you! Our adoption counselors are available to answer any training or behavior question
- Foster and Forever Pet RescueNaugatuck, ct · 29 cats · 17 mi from East Haven
How to adopt from Foster and Forever Pet Rescue
Visit our website to fill out an application either on-line or download a form (fill it out and email it back to us). This will start the adoption process. All applicants must provide references including a vet (please give them permission to speak to us). Note that we do not place our pets in homes with children under 5, this protects the children and our pets. Once references are checked a home visit will be scheduled and then a meet and greet with the pet.
- Nile Valley Egyptian Foundation Inc.Marion, CT · 15 cats · 19 mi from East Haven
How to adopt from Nile Valley Egyptian Foundation Inc.
NVEcats,The Nile Valley Egyptian Foundation Inc.(NVEcats), finds homes for homeless, abandoned, and abused cats, rescued from the mean streets of Cairo, Egypt, working diligently to find responsible and loving Pet Parents in the USA. We work with other non-governmental organizations (NGOs) supported charities in Egypt who have rescued abandoned, neglected and abused animals. Almost all of these animals have survived hunger, poisonings, and illnesses before entering the safety of the Egyptian Mau Rescue Organization –EMRO and/or other NGOs. Our adoption process begins with an adoption application which will be provided to any interested adult 21 years of age, or older. We will also require a veterinarian’s reference. We are looking for very special people who truly care about these animals, not as property, but who will be accepted as loving, long-term companions being welcomed into the lives of their adoptive families. Our priority is to ensure the cats will never again need to be rescued, will never be hungry and, most importantly, will never be abused. In order to accomplish this goal, we ask all potential adoptive parents to fully fill out and complete a detailed adoption application. Adoption from NVEcats means that you will be asked to make a tax deductible adoption donation, pay for spaying/neutering, and any other medical care required before the felines are allowed to enter into the USA. Foster homes for cats and kittens newly arrived in the US are also availabl
Adopting a cat in East Haven
Most rescues ask you to fill in an application, meet the cat, and pay an adoption fee that usually covers spaying or neutering, vaccinations and a microchip. Many are foster-based, so you'll often meet your cat in a volunteer's home rather than a shelter.
Kittens go quickly, especially in spring and summer. If you've fallen for one, contact the rescue soon, and think about adopting two: young cats keep each other company and out of mischief.
Questions about adopting a cat in East Haven
How many cats are up for adoption in East Haven?
As of October 29, 2026, 73 cats and kittens are listed for adoption within 25 miles of East Haven, Connecticut, by 3 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a cat in East Haven?
The rescues with the most cats near East Haven right now are Animals for Life, Inc. (Naugatuck, CT), Foster and Forever Pet Rescue (Naugatuck, ct) and Nile Valley Egyptian Foundation Inc. (Marion, CT). Each cat above has the rescue's phone number and website.
Are there kittens for adoption in East Haven?
Yes. 35 kittens are up for adoption within 25 miles of East Haven.
How do I adopt a cat in East Haven?
Pick a cat and contact the rescue or shelter looking after them. Most ask you to fill in an application, meet the cat, and pay an adoption fee that usually covers spaying or neutering, vaccinations and a microchip.
Listings are updated daily. Rescues are responsible for their own listings; a cat may have been adopted since this page was updated.