Waterloo, IA

Kid-Friendly Cats for Adoption in Waterloo, IA: 30 Cats Good with Children

Kid-Friendly Cats up for adoption near Waterloo, IA

Rescues and shelters within 100 miles of Waterloo have 36 kid-friendly cats up for adoption. Here are the 30 newest, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.

Every cat on this page has been marked by their rescue as good with children, usually because they've lived with kids in a foster home.

1. Isaac

Young · Male · Domestic Long Hair · 88 mi from Waterloo

Isaac and his mother, Fluffy, arrived on 10-9-26. Fluffy was pregnant again. We believe Isaac was from her first litter of the season. He was probably born in April, 2026. He did live in a "foster" situation with Fluffy for a bit and they said both cats were great. Isaac likes to run and play and he LOVES his mother; they are with each other constantly so far. He was a bit shy with new people but warms up when he knows you! We are looking for a calm, loving home where Isaac will be given time for transition. He will be adopted as an INDOOR only cat. Isaac now neutered and current on shots/dewormings.

Read more about Isaac

He has tested neg for feline leukemia/FIV/HW. Adoption fee is $100 with an approved application which is available at mchs.rescuegroups.org. A pet carrier is required at the time of adoption and you must be 21 to adopt from MCHS. Our address is 101 22 ST SE, Austin, MN We are located off of I-90 via exit 180B to 218 SOUTH. We are just past our local airport. THANKS.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Isaac fromMower County Humane SocietyAustin, MN · listed Oct 10

2. Ingrid

Adult · Female · Tortoiseshell / Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 88 mi from Waterloo

Ingrid was found wandering by an apartment complex, with an older wound on her back leg, in Austin and no owner came forward to claim her. She is about 2 to 3 years old as of October, 2026. Ingrid was previously spayed and is current on shots/dewormings. She has tested neg for feline leukemia/FIV/HW. We are looking for an calm, indoor only home for Ingrid. Adoption fee is $100 with an approved application which is available at mchs.rescuegroups.org. A pet carrier is required at the time of adoption and you must be 21 to adopt. Our address is 101 22 ST SE, Austin, MN. We are located off of I-90 via exit 180B to 218 SOUTH. We are just past our local airport. Thanks.

  • Good with kids
  • Only cat
  • House-trained
Adopt Ingrid fromMower County Humane SocietyAustin, MN · listed Oct 10

3. Darla

Young · Female · Calico / Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 88 mi from Waterloo

Darla was accepted via the Austin City Pound on 10/5/26 when no one claimed her. She is about 6 months old at the time or rescue. She also has a great little peronality! Darla has tested neg for feline leukemia/FIV/HW, is now spayed and is current on shots/dewormings. We are looking for an indoor only home for this sweet girl. Adoption fee is $100 with a completed application which is available at mchs.rescuegroups.org. You must be 21 to adopt from MCHS and a pet carrier is required. Our address is 101 22 St SE, Austin, MN. We are located off of I-90 via exit 180B to 218 SOUTH. We are just past our local airport. Thanks.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Darla fromMower County Humane SocietyAustin, MN · listed Oct 5

4. Jaemes

Young · Tiger / Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 88 mi from Waterloo

Jaemes and his sister Tina were rescued from the city pound. They were found after their mother had been hit and killed by a car. They were born appx April, 2026. Jaemes is a great little guy who is now neutered and current on shots/dewormings. He has tested neg for feline leukemia/FIV. He will be adopted as an indoor only cat and the adoption fee is $100. A pet carrier is required at the time of adoption. You must be 21 to adopt from MCHS. Completed adoption applications are required and are available at mchs.rescuegroups.org. Our address is 101 22 ST SE, Austin, MN

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Jaemes fromMower County Humane SocietyAustin, MN · listed Sep 25

5. Charli

Adult (2 years 1 month) · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 52 mi from Waterloo

Charli is a petite, young kitty with a big voice and lots of love to give! She enjoys being petted and soaking up affection, though she prefers to keep all four paws on the ground rather than being held or picked up. She's a curious girl who loves watching the world go by from a window and exploring new sights and surroundings.

Read more about Charli

When it comes to other cats, Charli knows what she likes and a little personal space is a must! She isn't particularly fond of other young cats and can be a but hissy around them. she may do well with a calm, laid-back feline companion who respects her boundaries and gives her plenty of room to feel comfortable. She has not been dog tested at this time.

Charli's adoption fee is $85 and includes her spay, microchip, current vaccinations, and an FIV/FeLV test. Charli is seeking an indoor only home with adopters who have a history of having kept their pets altered and current on vaccinations and preventative care. Our adoption process includes a background check, home visit, and vet history check. If you would like to meet Charli, please submit an adoption application on our website, Adopthope.org.

  • Good with kids
  • House-trained
Adopt Charli fromLast Hope Animal RescueCedar Rapids, IA · listed Sep 23

6. Tammi

Young · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 88 mi from Waterloo

Tammi was rescued from the Austin City Pound on 9/21/26 when her time there was up and she was due to be euthanized because no one came to claim her. Tammi is about 6 months old at the time of rescue. She is now spayed and current on shots/dewormings. She has tested neg for feline leukemia/FIV. Adoption fee is $100 and you must be 21 to adopt from MCHS. A pet carrier is required at the time of adoption. Our adoption applications are required and are available at mchs.rescuegroups.org. We will review and get in touch to set up a meeting time. Our address is 101 22 ST SE, Austin, MN. We are located off of I-90 via exit 180B to 218 SOUTH. We are just past our local airport. THANKS

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Tammi fromMower County Humane SocietyAustin, MN · listed Sep 22

7. Bailey

Young (4 months 26 days) · Female · Torbie / Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 52 mi from Waterloo

Bailey is a young torbie girl with a BIG personality and an even bigger supply of zoomies! This fun-loving kitten is playful, curious, and always ready for her next adventure. Whether she’s chasing toys or exploring her surroundings, Bailey brings plenty of energy and entertainment wherever she goes.

Read more about Bailey

Bailey can come on strong when meeting other kitties, she’s not shy about making her presence known! Because of her energetic play style, she’ll do best with a confident, playful feline friend who can match her enthusiasm and keep up with her zoomie sessions. A laid-back kitty who prefers a quiet life may find Bailey’s energy a little overwhelming.

If you’re looking for a fun, spirited kitten with lots of personality, Bailey might be your girl! She’s ready to find a home where she can play, explore, and be her wonderfully energetic self.

Bailey's adoption fee is $100 and includes her spay, microchip, current vaccines and FeLV testing. Bailey is seeking a home as an indoor cat only, if you would like to meet her please submit an adoption application at Adopthope.org. Last Hope requires that adopters have a history of having kept other pets: altered, kept current on annual vaccines and wellness visits and as indoor pets only. Our adoption process includes a vet history check and a home visit.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Bailey fromLast Hope Animal RescueCedar Rapids, IA · listed Sep 18

8. Sourdough Starter

Young (4 months 30 days) · Male · Tuxedo (short coat) · 52 mi from Waterloo

You don’t have to be a baker to knead this Sourdough! And don’t worry, we’ve been feeding this starter to help it rise but we’re ready to share the love now!

Read more about Sourdough Starter

Sourdough is a Cedar Rapids native, born to a cat colony in the heart of the Czech Village. He’s become a wonderful companion kitty and has flourished in a foster home with other cats and dogs. While he isn’t in a cuddly kitten phase at this stage of life, he’s a people-centric kitty and will follow the pack of pets and people through the home, even making his way to the foot of the bed each night. Playful, outgoing and with just enough kitty chaos to keep life interesting - you should join the Sourdough craze!

Sourdough’s adoption fee is $100 and includes his neuter, current vaccines, FeLV testing and a microchip. Sourdough is seeking an indoor home only, if you would like to meet him please submit an adoption application for consideration. Last Hope requires that adopters have a history of keeping their animals altered, kept current in annual vaccines and wellness visits and as indoor pets only.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Sourdough Starter fromLast Hope Animal RescueCedar Rapids, IA · listed Sep 10

9. Minnow

Young (4 months 27 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 52 mi from Waterloo

Meet Minnow! This adorable boy may be a little shy at first, but it doesn't take long for him to warm up and show you his sweet side. He's a big fan of treats and, even better, a cozy spot on your lap!

Minnow gets along wonderfully with cats of all ages and would likely love having a playful feline friend to romp, chase, and get into kitten mischeif with. He hasn't been around dogs yet, so we're not sure how he would feel about having a canine roommate.

Read more about Minnow

Minnow's adoption fee is $100 and includes his neuter, microchip, current vaccinations, and an FeLV test. Last Hope requires that all animals be kept as indoor only pets and that adopters have a history of having kept their pets altered and current on wellness visits, vaccinations, and preventative care. Our adoption process includes a background check, home visit, and vet history check. If you would like to meet Minnow, please submit an adoption application on our website, Adopthope.org.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Minnow fromLast Hope Animal RescueCedar Rapids, IA · listed Sep 3

10. Jeff

Adult · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 88 mi from Waterloo

Jeff was rescued from the Austin City Pound on 8/26/26 when no one came to claim him. He is a very, very nice guy who arrived in pretty rough shape. He literally had been starving and was extremely underweight. He also had a pretty good injury on his back foot. We slowly introduced Jeff back to eating and he has done great. His teeth/gums were also in rough shape, so a dental has been arranged. We are looking for a loving, indoor only home for this friendly guy. He is about 4 to 5 years of age and he was previously neutered. He has tested neg for feline leukemia/FIV. Adoption fee is $100 with an approved application which is available at mchs.rescuegroups.org. You must be 21 to aadopt from MCHS and a pet carrier is required. Our address is 101 22 ST SE, Austin, MN. We are located off of I-90 via exit 180B to 218 SOUTH. We are just past our local airport. THANKS.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Jeff fromMower County Humane SocietyAustin, MN · listed Aug 28

11. Dolly

Young · Female · Domestic Short Hair · 88 mi from Waterloo

Dolly was rescued from the Austin City Pound on 8/26/26 when her time was up and she was due to be euthanized because no one came to claim her. This little girl is very friendly and outgoing. She was probably born around 1/2026. She has been spayed and is current on shots. She has tested neg for feline leukemia/FIV. Adoption fee is $100 and a pet carrier is required at the time of adoption. Application ae availabel at mchs.rescuegroups.org. You must be 21 to adopt from MCHS. Our address is 101 22 ST SE, Austin, MN. We are located off of I-90 via exit 180B to 218 SOUTH. We are just past our local airport. THANKS.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Dolly fromMower County Humane SocietyAustin, MN · listed Aug 26

12. Nate

Male · Tiger / Domestic Short Hair · 88 mi from Waterloo

Nate was rescued from the Austin City Pound on 8/26/26 when no one came to claim him. Nate is a very, very sweet boy who was probably born around 1/2026. He is now neutered and current on shots/dewormings. He has tested neg for feline leukemia/FIV. He will be adopted as an indoor only cat and the adoption fee is $100. A pet carrier is required at the time of adoption and you must be 21 to adopt from MCHS. Completed applications are required and are available at mchs.rescuegroups.org. Our address is 101 22 ST SE, Austin, MN. We are located off of I-90 via exit 180B to 218 SOUTH. We are just past our local airport. Thanks.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Nate fromMower County Humane SocietyAustin, MN · listed Aug 26

13. Goobert

Adult · Male · Tiger / Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 88 mi from Waterloo

Goobert was rescued from the Brownsdale area in August, 2026 and no owner came forward to claim him. Goobert is a friendly guy who is about 6 years old. He is now neutered and current on shots/dewormings. He has tested neg for feline leukemia/FIV. Here at MCHS he is still getting used to being around over 100 other cats so we are totally sure how he will be with other felines. Adoption fee is $100 with a completed application which is available at mchs.rescuegroups.org. A pet carrier is required at the time of adoption and you must be 21 to adopt from MCHS. Our address is 101 22 ST SE, Austin, MN. We are located off of I-90 via exit 180B to 218 SOUTH. We are just past our local airport. Thanks.

  • Good with kids
  • House-trained
Adopt Goobert fromMower County Humane SocietyAustin, MN · listed Aug 24

14. Fletcher

Young (8 months) · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 52 mi from Waterloo

Meet Fletcher! Fletcher is a young, playful guy who is always ready for some fun! He absolutely loves toys and can turn just about anything into an opportunity for playtime. Whether he's chasing a toy, batting something around, or showing off his playful personality, Fletcher is happiest when he's having fun.

Fletcher is an all around loving guy! He will happily accept all the pets and treats he can get. He also gets along wonderfully with other cats and would love a home with another young feline friend that he can play with all day. After playtime, he 's sure to keep you entertained with his silly, curious personality.

Read more about Fletcher

Fletcher's adoption fee is $100 and includes his neuter, microchip, current vaccinations, and an FeLV/FIV test. Last Hope requires that all animals be kept as indoor only pets and that adopters have a history of having kept their pets altered and current on vaccinations and preventatives. Our adoption process includes a background check, home visit, and a vet history check. If you would like to meet Fletcher, please submit an adoption application on our website, Adopthope.org.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Fletcher fromLast Hope Animal RescueCedar Rapids, IA · listed Aug 7

15. Houdini

Adult · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 88 mi from Waterloo

Houdini was found in Mower County and brought to MCHS on 8/1/26 when no owner came forward. This handsome boy is about a year to 2 years old. He is also a very friendly guy with people (with other cats, he says no way!) Houdini is now neutered and current on shots/dewormings. He has tested neg for feline leukemia/Heartworm and positive for HIV. The adoption fee is $100 with an approved application which is available online. A pet carrier is needed at the time of adoption and you must be 21 to adopt from MCHS. Houdini will be adopted as an only cat. Our address is 101 22 ST SE, Austin, MN. We are located off of I-90 via exit 180B to 218 SOUTH. We are just past our local airport. Thanks.

  • Good with kids
  • Only cat
  • House-trained
Adopt Houdini fromMower County Humane SocietyAustin, MN · listed Aug 2

16. Tabitha

Adult · Female · Tortoiseshell (short coat) · 88 mi from Waterloo

Tabitha and her companion felines, Arrow and Spade were surrendered in June, 2026. Tabitha was a bit shy and reserved when she arrived, but with time she has mellowed out and enjoys people pets! At her previous home, she was a very friendly girl and she lived with a friendly dog. Tabitha has tested neg for feline leukemia/FIV, is now spayed and is current on shots. She has always been an indoor cat and will be adopted as an indoor only girl. Adoption fee is $100 with a completed and approved application which is available at mchs.rescuegroups.org. A pet carrier is required at the time of adoption and you must be 21 to adopt from MCHS. Our address is 101 22 ST SE, Austin, MN. We are located off of I-90 via exit 180B to 218 SOUTH. We are just past our local airport. THANKS

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Tabitha fromMower County Humane SocietyAustin, MN · listed Jul 2

17. Spade

Adult · Female · Calico / Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 88 mi from Waterloo

Spade and her brother Arrow and a companion cat Tabitha were all surrendered to MCHS in June, 2026. Spade is 3 years old at the time of surrender. She is a very mellow, easy-going girl. She is now spayed and current on shots. She has tested neg for feline leukemia/FIV. Spade has lived with Arrow and Tabitha her whole life. She has also been around friendly dogs. The adoption fee for Spade is $100 with an approved application which is available at mchs.rescuegroups.org. You must be 21 to adopt from MCHS and a pet carrier is required at the time of adoption. Our address is 101 22 ST SE, Austin, MN. We are located off of I-90 via exit 180B to 218 SOUTH. We are just past our local airport. THANKS!

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Spade fromMower County Humane SocietyAustin, MN · listed Jul 2

18. Frankie

Young · Male · Tiger / Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 88 mi from Waterloo

Frankie was rescued from the Austin City Pound in June, 2026. He was found beside a road in Austin and the Pound accepted him. Because he was only about 6 weeks old at the time of rescue, the Mower County Humane Society was called to take him in. Frankie fit right in with the other kittens his age. He is an outgoing guy who is now neutered and current on shots/dewormings. He has tested neg for feline leukemia/FIV. Adoption fee for this sweetheart is $100 with an approved application which is available at mchs.rescuegroups.org. You must be 21 to adopt from MCHS and a pet carrier is required. We will review the application and get in touch to set up a meeting time. Our address is 101 22 ST SE, Austin, MN. We are located off of I-90 via exit 180B to 218 SOUTH. We are just past our local airport. THANKS

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Frankie fromMower County Humane SocietyAustin, MN · listed Jun 22

19. Reese

Young · Female · Calico / Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 88 mi from Waterloo

Reese came to us as an only kitten after she was found alone. We put her with Sheena and her one kitten Sasha and the 3 have done great! Reese is a great cat who is now spayed and current on shots/dewormings. She has tested neg for feline leukemia/FIV. Adoption will be as an indoor only cat. Our adoption fee is $100 with an approved application which is available at mchs.rescuegroups.org. You must be 21 to adopt from MCHS and a pet carrier is required at the time of adoption. We will get in touch after review of the application to set up a meeting time. Our address is 101 22 ST SE, Austin, MN. We are located off of I-90 via exit 180B to 218 SOUTH. We are just past our local airport. Thanks.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Reese fromMower County Humane SocietyAustin, MN · listed Jun 18

20. Ember

Young · Female · Domestic Medium Hair (medium coat) · 88 mi from Waterloo

Ember, Strawberry, Cheese, Asher and Cucumber all came to us in May, 2026 after they were found in Elkton, MN at about the age of 1 month. Ember is a sweet girl who is just a bit on the shy side. She is now spayed and current on shots and has tested neg for feline leukemia/FIV. Adoption fee is $100 with an approved application which is available at mchs.rescuegroups.org. We will review and get in touch to set up a meeting time. You must be 21 to adopt from MCHS and a pet carrier is required at the time of adoption. Our address is 101 22 ST SE, Austin, MN. We are located off of I-90 via exit 180B to 218 SOUTH. We are just past our local airport. Thanks.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Ember fromMower County Humane SocietyAustin, MN · listed Jun 18

21. Strawberry

Young · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 88 mi from Waterloo

Strawberry, Cheese, Asher, Cucumber and Ember were all found in a woods on 5/18/26 in Elkton, MN when they were about a month old. They were brought to MCHS. Strawberry is a great guy who is now neutered and current on shots. He has tested neg for feline leukemia/FIV. Adoption fee is $100 with an approved application which is available at mchs.rescuegroups.org. A pet carrier is required and you must be 21 to adopt from MCHS. We will review the application and get in touch to set up a meeting time. Our address is 101 22 ST SE, Austin, MN. We are located off of I-90 via exit 180B to 218 SOUTH. We are just past our local airport. THANKS.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Strawberry fromMower County Humane SocietyAustin, MN · listed Jun 18

22. Cheese

Young · Domestic Short Hair (medium coat) · 88 mi from Waterloo

Cheese and siblings Strawberry, Asher, Cucumber and Ember were all found in Elkton MN with no mom and then brought to MCHS on 5/18/26. They were about a month old. Cheese is a great little guy who does well with the others and with volunteers. He is now neutered and current on shots/dewormings. He has tested neg for feline leukemia/FIV. Adoption fee is $100 with an approved application which is available at mchs.rescuegroups.org. We will review and get in touch to set up a meeting. You must have a carrier and you must be 21 to adopt from MCHS. Our address is 101 22 ST SE, Austin, MN. We are located off of I-90 via exit 180B to 218 SOUTH. We are just past our local airport. THANKS.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Cheese fromMower County Humane SocietyAustin, MN · listed Jun 18

23. Heather

Young · Female · Tortoiseshell (short coat) · 88 mi from Waterloo

Heather and her brothers Henry and Hermie were rescued from the Austin City Pound on 6/1/26. These 3 were found abandone in a box behind the local library. They were about 2 months old at the time of rescue. Heather is a friendly girl to both people and other cats. She is now spayed and current on shots/dewormings. She has tested neg for feline leukemia/FIV. Her adoption fee is $100 with an approved application which is availabe at mchs.rescuegroups.org. Our address is 101 22 ST SE, Austin, MN. We are located off of I-90 via exit 180B to 218 SOUTH, just past our local airport. Thanks.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Heather fromMower County Humane SocietyAustin, MN · listed Jun 2

24. Henry

Young · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 88 mi from Waterloo

Henry and his siblings Heather and Hermie came to us via the Austin City Pound after they were found abandoned at the library. These 3 are about 2 months old when found. Henry is a great little guy who does fine with people and with other cats. He is neutered and current on shots and has tested neg for feline leukemia. Adoption fee is $100 with a comleted and accepted application which is available at mchs.rescuegroups.org. You must be 21 to adopt from MCHS and a pet carrier is required at the time of adoption. Our address is 101 22 ST SE, Austin, MN. We are located off of I-90 via exit 180B to 218 SOUTH. We are just past our local airport. Thanks.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Henry fromMower County Humane SocietyAustin, MN · listed Jun 2

25. Hermie

Young · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 88 mi from Waterloo

Hermie and his siblings Henry and Heather were rescued from the Austin City Pound on 6/1/26. They were found abandoned in a box at the local library. These 3 were about 2 months old at the time of rescue. Hermie is an outgoing guy who does great with cats and people! He is now neutered and current on shots/dewormings. He has tested neg for feline leukemia/FIV. Adoption fee is $100 with a completed and accepted application which is available at mchs.rescuegroups.org. A pet carrier is required at the time of adoption and you must be 21 to adopt from MCHS. Our address is 101 22 ST SE, Austin, MN. We are located off of I-90 via exit 180B to 218 SOUTH. We are just past our local airport. Thanks.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Hermie fromMower County Humane SocietyAustin, MN · listed Jun 2

26. Dean

Adult · Male · Tiger / Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 88 mi from Waterloo

Dean was rescued from the Austin City Pound on 6/1/26 when his time there was up and he was due to be euthanized because no one came to claim him. Dean is a friendly guy! He is now neutered and current on shots/dewormings. He has tested neg for feline leukemia/FIV. His adoption fee is $100 with a completed and accpted application which is available at our site. We will review and get in touch to set up a meeting time. A pet carrier is required at the time of adoption and you must be 21 to adopt from MCHS. Our address is 101 22 ST SE, Austin, MN. We are located off of I-90 via exit 180B to 218 SOUTH. We are just past our local airport. THANKS.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Dean fromMower County Humane SocietyAustin, MN · listed Jun 2

27. Darlene

Adult · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 88 mi from Waterloo

Darlene was rescued from the Austin City Pound on 5/28/26 when no one came to claim her and she was due to be euthanized. She is a very sweet-minded girl who is probably in the 9 month to 1 year old stage. She came to us very pregnant and unfortunately lost all of her babies. When she delivered they were dead. 3 kittens remained inside her and we had to have an emergency spay because of infection. She made it through the surgery and has totally recovered. She likes people and does fine with the other cats. Darlene is now spayed and current on shots. She has tested neg for feline leukemia/FIV.

Read more about Darlene

We will adopt this girl as an indoor only cat and the adoption fee is $100. A pet carrier is required at the time of adoption. You must be 21 to adopt from MCHS. Our address is 101 22 ST SE, Austin, MN. We are located off of I-90 via exit 180B to 218 SOUTH. We are just past our local airport. Thanks.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Darlene fromMower County Humane SocietyAustin, MN · listed May 29

28. Jewel

Adult · Female · Calico / Domestic Short Hair · 88 mi from Waterloo

Jewel was found in Blooming Prairie, MN on an abandoned farm with several other cats. She was brought to us in May, 2026. This girl is a sweetheart who loves people attention. She does fine with the other cats too. We are guessing that Jewel was probably born sometime in 2021. Jewel has a small scar on one of her eyes which has been vet checked--it is fine, does not effect her vision and she does great. She is now spayed and current on shots. She has tested neg for feline leukemia/FIV. Adoption fee is $100 and a pet carrier is required at the time of adoption. You must be 21 to adopt a pet from the Mower County Humane Society. Applications are availabe at mchs.rescuegroups.org. We will review and get in touch to set up a meeting time. Our address is 101 22 ST SE, Austin, MN. We are located off of I-90 via exit 180B to 218 SOUTH. We are just past our local airport. Thanks.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Jewel fromMower County Humane SocietyAustin, MN · listed May 29

29. Richard

Adult · Male · Siamese (short coat) · 88 mi from Waterloo

Richard was found in Ausstin and brought to the Mower County Humane Society after no owner replied to posts about him. Richard is a siamese mix--ivory colored body with some darker tans and blue eyes. We are guessing that he was probably born sometime in 2023. He was a very shy boy when he arrived here, but the finders carried him in so we know he would mellow out with adjusting to all this stuff given extra time. Richard is now neutered and current on shots. He has tested neg for feline leukemia and positive for FIV. He shows no physical signs of stress from being a carrier of FIV. Adoption fee is $100 with an approved application which is available at mchs.rescuegroups.org.

Read more about Richard

We will review and get in touch to set up a meeting time. A pet carrier is required at the time of adoption and you must be 21 to adopt from MCHS. Our address is 101 22 ST SE, Austin, MN. We are located off of I-90 via exi 180B to 218 SOUTH. We are just past our local airport. THANKS.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Richard fromMower County Humane SocietyAustin, MN · listed May 19

30. Dandy

Young (5 months) · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 88 mi from Waterloo

Dandy, Poppy, Lilly, Phlox and Daisy were all born on 4/27/26 to Rose--in the back of a car! They were brought to MCHS on 4/28/26. Dandy is a great guy who does well with cats and people. He is now neutered and current on shots/dewormings. He has also tested neg for feline leukemia/FIV. Adoption fee is $100 with an approved application which is located on our site, mchs.rescuegroups.org. We will review and get in touch. You must be 21 to adopt from MCHS and a pet carrier is required at the time of adoption. Our address is 101 22 ST SE, Austin, MN. We are located off of I-90 via exit 180B to 218 SOUTH. We are just past our local airport. Thanks.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Dandy fromMower County Humane SocietyAustin, MN · listed May 14

Adopting a cat with children in Waterloo

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 Waterloo

Questions about adopting kid-friendly cats in Waterloo

How many kid-friendly cats are up for adoption in Waterloo?

As of October 29, 2026, rescues and shelters within 100 miles of Waterloo, Iowa, have 36 kid-friendly cats up for adoption. The list is updated every day.

Where can I adopt a kid-friendly cat in Waterloo?

The rescues with the most kid-friendly cats near Waterloo right now are Mower County Humane Society (Austin, MN) and Last Hope Animal Rescue (Cedar Rapids, IA). Each cat above has the rescue's phone number and website.

What kind of cat is best with kids?

A calm, confident cat that the rescue has seen around children. Adult cats are often easier than kittens with young kids, since their personalities are known and they play less roughly.

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