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Cats for Adoption in Vernon, IN: 20 Cats Looking for a Home

Cedar, up for adoption near Vernon, IN

58 cats and kittens are waiting for homes at 3 rescues and shelters within 50 miles of Vernon. 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 50 miles of Vernon, 41 kittens, 7 young cats and 9 adults. Most are domestic shorthairs and other mixed breeds, but you'll also find Persian cats.

1. Cedar

Adult · Male · Domestic Short Hair · 20 mi from Vernon

Looking for a cat who will keep you company and make sure you always know they’re around? This beautiful adult kitty is ready to steal your heart! Super friendly, lovable, and full of personality, this sweetie absolutely craves attention and isn’t afraid to ask for it. Whether it’s meowing to tell you all about their day or demanding some well-deserved pets, this vocal kitty knows how to make their presence known! With their gorgeous looks and affectionate personality, they’re sure to make a wonderful companion for someone looking for a loving feline friend. If you love a cat who enjoys chatting, cuddling, and being the center of attention, this beautiful kitty might just be the one for you! Come and meet our beautiful adoptable cats and kittens, all housed in an airy indoor/outdoor catio.

Read more about Cedar

Come on in and meet them all in a more natural environment! If you would like to meet any of our pets, they are available for viewing, every single day from noon until 3:30pm. Calling before a long drive is recommended to confirm availability. Ripley County Humane Society, 1202 W County Rd 150 N, Osgood, IN 47037. 812-689-3773

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Cedar fromRipley County Humane SocietyOsgood, IN · listed Oct 24

2. The Walters

Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair · 20 mi from Vernon

This little sweetheart is full of energy, personality, and LOVE! With a friendly nature and an affectionate heart, this kitten is always ready to bring a little extra happiness into your day. Whether it’s playing, exploring, or soaking up all the pets and attention, this cutie knows how to make every moment special! If you’re looking for a fun-loving, affectionate little companion who will keep you smiling and fill your home with love, this precious kitten might just be your perfect match! Come and meet our beautiful adoptable cats and kittens, all housed in an airy indoor/outdoor catio. Come on in and meet them all in a more natural environment! If you would like to meet any of our pets, they are available for viewing, every single day from noon until 3:30pm.

Read more about The Walters

Calling before a long drive is recommended to confirm availability. Ripley County Humane Society, 1202 W County Rd 150 N, Osgood, IN 47037. 812-689-3773

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt The Walters fromRipley County Humane SocietyOsgood, IN · listed Oct 24

3. Ash

Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair · 20 mi from Vernon

This adorable little kitten is ready to steal your heart! Full of playful energy and endless charm, this sweet baby loves making friends and soaking up affection. Whether it’s time to play, explore, or enjoy some loving attention, this kitten is always ready to make the most of the moment! With a personality this precious and so much love to give, this little cutie is sure to make a wonderful addition to a lucky family. Could your home be the forever home this sweet baby has been waiting for? Come and meet our beautiful adoptable cats and kittens, all housed in an airy indoor/outdoor catio. Come on in and meet them all in a more natural environment! If you would like to meet any of our pets, they are available for viewing, every single day from noon until 3:30pm.

Read more about Ash

Calling before a long drive is recommended to confirm availability. Ripley County Humane Society, 1202 W County Rd 150 N, Osgood, IN 47037. 812-689-3773

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained

4. Ember

Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair · 20 mi from Vernon

This adorable little kitten is ready to steal your heart! Full of playful energy and endless charm, this sweet baby loves making friends and soaking up affection. Whether it’s time to play, explore, or enjoy some loving attention, this kitten is always ready to make the most of the moment! With a personality this precious and so much love to give, this little cutie is sure to make a wonderful addition to a lucky family. Could your home be the forever home this sweet baby has been waiting for? Come and meet our beautiful adoptable cats and kittens, all housed in an airy indoor/outdoor catio. Come on in and meet them all in a more natural environment! If you would like to meet any of our pets, they are available for viewing, every single day from noon until 3:30pm.

Read more about Ember

Calling before a long drive is recommended to confirm availability. Ripley County Humane Society, 1202 W County Rd 150 N, Osgood, IN 47037. 812-689-3773

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Ember fromRipley County Humane SocietyOsgood, IN · listed Oct 24

5. Condiment Kitties

Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair · 20 mi from Vernon

Meet Mayo! This little midnight beauty is looking for a home to call her own! Mayo may be a little timid when you first meet her, but she’s slowly coming out of her shell and learning to trust. She can be picked up and is making progress every day! With a little patience, kindness, and lots of love, Mayo is sure to keep blossoming into a wonderful companion. Mayo is fully vaccinated and spayed, and she’s ready to find her forever home! Could you be the special person to show this sweet girl that she has nothing to be afraid of? Give Mayo a chance, and you might just find your new best friend! Come and meet our beautiful adoptable cats and kittens, all housed in an airy indoor/outdoor catio.

Read more about Condiment Kitties

Come on in and meet them all in a more natural environment! If you would like to meet any of our pets, they are available for viewing, every single day from noon until 3:30pm. Calling before a long drive is recommended to confirm availability. Ripley County Humane Society, 1202 W County Rd 150 N, Osgood, IN 47037. 812-689-3773

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Condiment Kitties fromRipley County Humane SocietyOsgood, IN · listed Sep 24

6. Condiment Kitties

Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair · 20 mi from Vernon

Meet Sriracha! Don’t let her spicy name fool you, this sweet girl is just a little shy! Sriracha has a unique split of color on her face that makes her even more special. She may be a bit timid when you first meet her, but she’s slowly coming out of her shell and learning to trust. She can be picked up and is making progress every day! With a little patience, kindness, and lots of love, Sriracha is sure to keep blossoming into a wonderful companion. Sriracha is fully vaccinated and spayed, and she’s ready to find her forever home! Could you be the special person to help this shy little girl feel safe, loved, and confident? Give Sriracha a chance, and you might just find your new best friend! Come and meet our beautiful adoptable cats and kittens, all housed in an airy indoor/outdoor catio.

Read more about Condiment Kitties

Come on in and meet them all in a more natural environment! If you would like to meet any of our pets, they are available for viewing, every single day from noon until 3:30pm. Calling before a long drive is recommended to confirm availability. Ripley County Humane Society, 1202 W County Rd 150 N, Osgood, IN 47037. 812-689-3773

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Condiment Kitties fromRipley County Humane SocietyOsgood, IN · listed Sep 24

7. Bambi Kitties

Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair · 20 mi from Vernon

Come and meet our beautiful adoptable cats and kittens! This kitten is part of our partnership with Feeders Pet Supply in Fort Mitchell KY. They are open every day for visits from 10am - 8pm. Please understand that if you are interested in a kitten in this program, you must go to the store location for adoption and pick up. You can call the store to verify availability at 859-287-2870.Local kittens are available daily at Ripley County Humane Society, open daily to visitors from noon - 330pm.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Bambi Kitties fromRipley County Humane SocietyOsgood, IN · listed Sep 15

8. Condiment Kitties

Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair · 20 mi from Vernon

Come and meet our beautiful adoptable cats and kittens! This kitten is part of our partnership with Feeders Pet Supply in Fort Mitchell KY. They are open every day for visits from 10am - 8pm. Please understand that if you are interested in a kitten in this program, you must go to the store location for adoption and pick up. You can call the store to verify availability at 859-287-2870.Local kittens are available daily at Ripley County Humane Society, open daily to visitors from noon - 330pm.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Condiment Kitties fromRipley County Humane SocietyOsgood, IN · listed Sep 14

9. Condiment Kitties

Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair · 20 mi from Vernon

Come and meet our beautiful adoptable cats and kittens! This kitten is part of our partnership with Feeders Pet Supply in Fort Mitchell KY. They are open every day for visits from 10am - 8pm. Please understand that if you are interested in a kitten in this program, you must go to the store location for adoption and pick up. You can call the store to verify availability at 859-287-2870.Local kittens are available daily at Ripley County Humane Society, open daily to visitors from noon - 330pm.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Condiment Kitties fromRipley County Humane SocietyOsgood, IN · listed Sep 14

10. Funny Kitties

Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair · 20 mi from Vernon

Come and meet our beautiful adoptable cats and kittens, all housed in an airy indoor/outdoor catio. Come on in and meet them all in a more natural environment! If you would like to meet any of our pets, they are available for viewing, every single day from noon until 3:30pm. Calling before a long drive is recommended to confirm availability. Ripley County Humane Society, 1202 W County Rd 150 N, Osgood, IN 47037. 812-689-3773

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Funny Kitties fromRipley County Humane SocietyOsgood, IN · listed Jul 14

11. Funny Kitties

Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair · 20 mi from Vernon

Come and meet our beautiful adoptable cats and kittens, all housed in an airy indoor/outdoor catio. Come on in and meet them all in a more natural environment! If you would like to meet any of our pets, they are available for viewing, every single day from noon until 3:30pm. Calling before a long drive is recommended to confirm availability. Ripley County Humane Society, 1202 W County Rd 150 N, Osgood, IN 47037. 812-689-3773

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Funny Kitties fromRipley County Humane SocietyOsgood, IN · listed Jul 14

12. Camila

Adult · Female · Domestic Short Hair · 20 mi from Vernon

Looking for a sweet feline friend to add a little extra love to your life? Meet Camila! This beautiful girl is ready to find her forever home and start her next chapter with a family who will cherish her. Camila has a lovely face and a sweet little presence that makes her one special kitty! Camila’s kittens have all found their forever homes, but this sweet mama is still waiting for her turn! She came to us with her little ones, and now that they’ve all been adopted, it’s time for Camila to find a loving family of her very own! Whether you’re looking for a companion to share your home with or a new furry friend to love, Camila is waiting for her chance to meet you.

Read more about Camila

Come and meet our beautiful adoptable cats and kittens, all housed in an airy indoor/outdoor catio. Come on in and meet them all in a more natural environment! If you would like to meet any of our pets, they are available for viewing, every single day from noon until 3:30pm. Calling before a long drive is recommended to confirm availability. Ripley County Humane Society, 1202 W County Rd 150 N, Osgood, IN 47037. 812-689-3773

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Camila fromRipley County Humane SocietyOsgood, IN · listed Jul 6

13. Smokey

Young (7 months) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 22 mi from Vernon

Smokey is so fun and adventurous! He loves playing in water! He lives with his sister Luna and another female cat.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Smokey fromCommunity Animal Rescue Effort (CARE)Columbus, IN · listed Jul 29

14. Masons

Adult · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 35 mi from Vernon

Hi, I'm Lucky! I love to cuddle and play, bringing joy with my happy purrs and smart tricks. I'm the friend you've dreamed of, always ready to listen and make you smile. I have Feline Leukemia, but that doesn't stop me from being the most loving companion and I love hanging out with my canine brothers and I'm very cat friendly (ok alone or with another Felv+ cat). I believe everyone deserves a chance at happiness, including me. Adopt me and let's share a life filled with love and playful adventures!Lucky is the SWEETEST BOY EVER! He's FelV+ and would be happy joining another or being the sole receiver of all the scratches he can get! Lucky has had a rough life before coming to StrayHaven and deserves a loving family that will embrace his scars and look at the amazing companion that is Lucky.These kitties currently have age appropriate vetting, which includes shots, deworming, microchipped and tested for FelV/FIV.

Read more about Masons

Adoption fee is $75 (plus a $15 Microchip Lifetime Registration Fee for Microchip). Indoor kitties only.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
  • Special needs
Adopt Masons fromStray Haven IncAurora, IN · listed Oct 12

15. Freya cat

Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 35 mi from Vernon

Kittens do best in pairs thus we require paired adoptions unless you have an active playful kitty already. All kitties have age appropriate vetting, which includes first shots, deworming, microchipped and tested for FelV/FIV. Adoption fee is $75 (plus a $15 Micropchip Lifetime Registration Fee). Application Link :https://www.petstablished.com/adoption_form/10081/generic Indoor Kitties ONLY

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Freya cat fromStray Haven IncAurora, IN · listed Sep 30

16. Disney Kitties

Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 35 mi from Vernon

Kittens do best in pairs thus we require paired adoptions unless you have an active playful kitty already. These babies currently have age appropriate vetting, which includes first shots, deworming, microchipped and tested for FelV/FIV. Adoption fee is $125 for a single kitten and $200 for a pair (plus a $15 Micropchip Lifetime Registration Fee). Indoor Kitties ONLY Apply here https://www.petstablished.com/adoption_form/10081/generic

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Disney Kitties fromStray Haven IncAurora, IN · listed Sep 27

17. Holgans

Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 35 mi from Vernon

Kittens do best in pairs thus we require paired adoptions unless you have an active playful kitty already. These babies currently have age appropriate vetting, which includes first shots, deworming, microchipped and tested for FelV/FIV. Adoption fee is $125 for a single kitten and $200 for a pair (plus a $15 Micropchip Lifetime Registration Fee). Indoor Kitties ONLY paired adoptions unless you have an active playful kitty already Apply here https://www.petstablished.com/adoption_form/10081/generic

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Holgans fromStray Haven IncAurora, IN · listed Sep 13

18. Felix Kitty

Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 35 mi from Vernon

Kittens do best in pairs thus we require paired adoptions unless you have an active playful kitty already. These babies currently have age appropriate vetting, which includes first shots, deworming, microchipped and tested for FelV/FIV. Adoption fee is $75 (plus a $15 Micropchip Lifetime Registration Fee). Indoor Kitties ONLY Apply here https://www.petstablished.com/adoption_form/10081/generic

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Felix Kitty fromStray Haven IncAurora, IN · listed Sep 13

19. Moon Kitties

Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 35 mi from Vernon

Kittens do best in pairs thus we require paired adoptions unless you have an active playful kitty already. These babies currently have age appropriate vetting, which includes first shots, deworming, microchipped and tested for FelV/FIV. Adoption fee is $125 for a single kitten and $200 for a pair (plus a $15 Micropchip Lifetime Registration Fee). Indoor Kitties ONLY paired adoptions unless you have an active playful kitty alreadyApply here https://www.petstablished.com/adoption_form/10081/generic

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Moon Kitties fromStray Haven IncAurora, IN · listed Sep 8

20. J Cats

Adult · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 35 mi from Vernon

These babies currently have age appropriate vetting, which includes first shots, deworming, microchipped and tested for FelV/FIV. Adoption fee is $75 (plus a $15 Micropchip Lifetime Registration Fee). Indoor Kitties ONLY

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt J Cats fromStray Haven IncAurora, IN · listed Sep 8

Rescues and shelters near Vernon

The rescues with the most cats listed within 50 miles of Vernon.

  • Stray Haven IncAurora, IN · 41 cats · 35 mi from Vernon
    How to adopt from Stray Haven Inc

    Thank you so much for considering a rescued pet as your next family member! People like you extending your faith in second hand pets is what makes our rescue go round. We depend on adoptions to not only enrich the life of our rescue pet, but to save the life of the next one in line, that we can't take until our babies find their new forevers. We want you to know that your time is very valuable to us and we want our entire process to be done in good faith. We need you to be honest with us and we will be honest with you. Any deception found during the application process will be grounds for denial. Requirements: We understand how important your time is and how emotional adding a new pet to the family can be. We are an all volunteer rescue with no paid staff, so we are going to do our best to help you know from the get go if your home environment will be a harmonious fit for what we are looking for in our new adoptive parents. Our checks are extensive, so we ask that you maintain an honest dialogue with us throughout the application. While we believe that any home can become a great one with education, we can not trust applicants that start off on the wrong foot with any untruths during the application process. Your current pets need to be fixed. Unless there is a medical issue or compelling reason that your current pets aren't fixed, we will need to pass on your application. Even though our pets are fixed, elevated levels of hormones in existing pets can cause a greater chanc

  • Ripley County Humane SocietyOsgood, IN · 12 cats · 20 mi from Vernon
    How to adopt from Ripley County Humane Society

    Adoption forms

  • Community Animal Rescue Effort (CARE)Columbus, IN · 5 cats · 22 mi from Vernon
    How to adopt from Community Animal Rescue Effort (CARE)

    Refer to website for details

Adopting a cat in Vernon

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 Vernon

How many cats are up for adoption in Vernon?

As of October 29, 2026, 58 cats and kittens are listed for adoption within 50 miles of Vernon, Indiana, by 3 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.

Where can I adopt a cat in Vernon?

The rescues with the most cats near Vernon right now are Stray Haven Inc (Aurora, IN), Ripley County Humane Society (Osgood, IN) and Community Animal Rescue Effort (CARE) (Columbus, IN). Each cat above has the rescue's phone number and website.

Are there kittens for adoption in Vernon?

Yes. 41 kittens are up for adoption within 50 miles of Vernon.

How do I adopt a cat in Vernon?

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.