Cats for Adoption in Buckner, KY: 20 Cats Looking for a Home

152 cats and kittens are waiting for homes at 4 rescues and shelters within 50 miles of Buckner. 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 Buckner, 80 kittens, 9 young cats, 59 adults and 3 seniors. Most are domestic shorthairs and other mixed breeds, but you'll also find Siamese cats.

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1. Jolene

Adult · Female · Domestic Medium Hair / Tabby / Mixed · 19 mi from Buckner

Jolene, an adult female cat up for adoption

Jolene was turned into a county shelter with "lots of milk" production but no kittens with her. Animal control asked the people to go look for the kittens and they never came back. Jolene is a very young girl who is SUPER sweet. She would be a great addition to a family. She will be spayed and ready for adoption after May 12. Hurry and get your application in to be preapproved for this awesome girl!

House-trained

Adopt Jolene fromKentucky Pets AliveLouisville, KY · listed Oct 29

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2. Artemis

Adult · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed · 19 mi from Buckner

Artemis, an adult female cat up for adoption

Artemis and her kittens along with her sister and her kittens were rescued from a crowded shelter that euthanizes for space. This beautiful girl is still very young herself and would LOVE a home.

Good with cats
House-trained

Adopt Artemis fromKentucky Pets AliveLouisville, KY · listed Oct 29

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3. Momma Athena

Adult · Female · Torbie / Mixed · 19 mi from Buckner

Momma Athena, an adult female Torbie cat up for adoption

Athena and her kittens along with her sister Artemis and her kittens were rescued from a crowded shelter that euthanizes for space. This beautiful girl is still very young herself and would LOVE a home.

Good with cats
House-trained

Adopt Momma Athena fromKentucky Pets AliveLouisville, KY · listed Oct 29

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4. Lugnut

Kitten (2 months 15 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 50 mi from Buckner

The “Car Parts” kittens were found in a garage and have been fostered in a home with large dogs. They are very dog friendly and often use the dogs as springboards and obstacles for their parkour! They love toys, food, and attention.

Estimated DOB: 7/12/26

Adoption fee: $100 (6% KY sales tax included)

We would love to hear from you! To inquire about this cat, please contact us via this site, visit our website sc4paws.org to see a full bio, or visit sc4paws.rescuegroups.org/forms/ to fill out our adoption application.

5. Bill

Kitten (2 months 22 days) · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 50 mi from Buckner

Bill, a male Tabby kitten up for adoption

Estimated DOB: 7/1/26

Adoption fee: $100 (6% KY sales tax included)

Important: Our cats reside in foster homes. Please fill out our adoption application if you would like to meet one of these special kitties!

6. Will

Kitten (2 months 22 days) · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 50 mi from Buckner

Will, a male Tabby kitten up for adoption

Estimated DOB: 7/1/26

Adoption fee: $100 (6% KY sales tax included)

Important: Our cats reside in foster homes. Please fill out our adoption application if you would like to meet one of these special kitties!

7. Acornett

Young (9 months) · Female · Tortoiseshell / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 50 mi from Buckner

Acornett, a young female Tortoiseshell cat up for adoption

Come see me at Petsense!

Acornett is SUPER sweet but she can be a little timid at first especially around other animals.

Estimated DOB: 12/06/2025

Adoption fee: $ 80 (6% KY sales tax included)

Important: Our cats reside in foster homes. Please fill out our adoption application if you would like to meet one of these special kitties!

8. Petunia Rhubarb

Kitten (2 months 25 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 50 mi from Buckner

Petunia Rhubarb, a female kitten up for adoption

Petunia is a sweet little ball of love. She loves to hop up on the couch and snuggle on your chest. She also loves playing and napping with her foster siblings. She’s a perfect little girl for your home.

*Petunia Rhubarb loves to play and snuggle with her sister, Madame Blueberry, but they’re not required to be adopted together

Estimated DOB: 7/4/2026

Adoption fee: $100 (6% KY sales tax included)

9. Badger

Kitten (2 months 21 days) · Male · Domestic Long Hair / Tuxedo / Mixed (long coat) · 50 mi from Buckner

Badger is a fluffy boy with the cutest face markings. He is part of a large litter of medium and long-haired kittens. Sometimes shy and sometimes friendly, he’s looking for a home and would do great with another feline playmate.

Estimated DOB: 7/8/26

Adoption fee: $160 (6% KY sales tax included)

10. Astrid

Adult (1 year 3 months) · Female · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 50 mi from Buckner

Astrid, an adult female Tabby cat up for adoption

Astrid has been an attentive mom to a large litter of fluffy kittens and now it’s time for her to find a forever home for her. She’s not one for laps, but will rub on your legs and likes to chat with you.

Estimated DOB: 7/1/2025

Adoption fee: $70 (6% KY sales tax included)

Important: Our cats reside in foster homes. Please fill out our adoption application if you would like to meet one of these special kitties!

11. Luigi

Kitten (2 months 4 days) · Male · Tuxedo / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 50 mi from Buckner

Luigi, a male Tuxedo kitten up for adoption

Luigi is a playful little goofball who’s always doing something to make you laugh! He loves rolling around, acting silly, and showing off his funny personality.

Estimated DOB: 7/15/26

Adoption fee: $100 (6% KY sales tax included)

Important: Our cats reside in foster homes. Please fill out our adoption application if you would like to meet one of these special kitties!

12. Mario

Kitten (2 months 10 days) · Male · Tuxedo / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 50 mi from Buckner

Mario, a male Tuxedo kitten up for adoption

Mario is a very playful little guy who LOVES his food! He can be a bit of a brute when he plays, but it’s all part of his goofy, larger-than-life personality.

Estimated DOB: 7/8/26

Adoption fee: $100 (6% KY sales tax included)

Important: Our cats reside in foster homes. Please fill out our adoption application if you would like to meet one of these special kitties!

13. Ella Langley

Kitten (3 months 22 days) · Female · Tuxedo / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 50 mi from Buckner

Ella Langley, a female Tuxedo kitten up for adoption

“Cute and sweet as pie”

Observant and curious

Gentle

Happy, sweet girl

More timid, slower adjusting and trusting people approaching her, nonetheless kind! Give her patience and she’ll give you her heart

Loves her sister Dixie—they are play besties.

Would be a great adoption as a bonded pair.

She feels more confident with Dixie around.

Positive interaction with other cats: disinterested/neutral toward adult cats but loves her playmates/siblings. Would do well with a younger cat at home.

Dog interaction: Unknown

Estimated DOB: 6/22/26

Adoption fee: $100 (6% KY sales tax included)

14. Athena

Adult (3 years 2 months) · Female · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 50 mi from Buckner

Athena, an adult female Tabby cat up for adoption

Athena is a sweet, affectionate, and gentle girl who is happiest with her people. She gets along well with calm, respectful cats and appreciates the same qualities in her humans. If you're looking for a loving companion who enjoys simply being by your side, Athena could be your perfect kitty.

Estimated DOB: 07/16/2023

Adoption fee: $35 (6% KY sales tax included)

15. Samwise

Adult (2 years 1 month) · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 50 mi from Buckner

Samwise, an adult male Tabby cat up for adoption

If you would like to meet this cat, please make a reservation to visit the Central Purrk Cat Cafe in-person. The staff there can guide you through the cat adoption process if the meet-and-greet goes well.

Samwise is very protective and loves his brother, Mr Frodo. We hope that

perhaps they

can find a home together.

Estimated DOB: 7/21/24

Adoption fee: $100 plus 6% KY sales tax

16. Mr Frodo

Adult (2 years 1 month) · Male · Siamese / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 50 mi from Buckner

Mr Frodo, an adult male Siamese cat up for adoption

Mr Frodo is reserved and a little worried so far, but his brother Samwise is there to reassure him. We hope that

perhaps they

can find a home together.

Estimated DOB: 7/21/24

Adoption fee: $100 plus 6% KY sales tax

17. Matteo

Kitten (3 months 21 days) · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 50 mi from Buckner

Matteo, a male Tabby kitten up for adoption

Meet Matteo! Named after tennis star Matteo Berrettini, this long-legged brown tabby is serving up plenty of personality. He’s snuggly, silly, and always ready to make you smile. With his gentle, sweet nature, Matteo is definitely a little guy you’ll want on your team!

Estimated DOB: 5/29/26

Adoption fee: $100 (6% KY sales tax included)

18. Malia

Adult (3 years 1 month) · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 50 mi from Buckner

Malia, an adult female cat up for adoption

Malia is a sweet, people-loving girl with a serious appreciation for treats. She gets along with other cats but is more than happy flying solo. What she really wants is to leave the cat room behind and find a loving home where she can be the center of your attention and enjoy all the treats she deserves.

Estimated DOB: 7/14/23

Adoption fee: $70 (6% KY sales tax included)

19. Swiss

Kitten (3 months 26 days) · Female · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 50 mi from Buckner

Swiss, a female Tabby kitten up for adoption

Estimated DOB: 5/26/26

Adoption fee: $100 (6% KY sales tax included)

Important: Our cats reside in foster homes. Please fill out our adoption application if you would like to meet one of these special kitties!

20. Colby

Kitten (3 months 26 days) · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 50 mi from Buckner

Colby, a male Tabby kitten up for adoption

Estimated DOB: 5/26/26

Adoption fee: $100 (6% KY sales tax included)

Important: Our cats reside in foster homes. Please fill out our adoption application if you would like to meet one of these special kitties!

Rescues and shelters near Buckner

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

Louisville Metro Animal ServicesLouisville, KY · 54 cats · 23 mi from Buckner
Scott County Humane SocietyGeorgetown, KY · 47 cats · 50 mi from Buckner
How to adopt from Scott County Humane Society
We have an adoption application, contract and fees that vary depending on the species, breed, and age of the animal.
Kentucky Pets AliveLouisville, KY · 46 cats · 19 mi from Buckner
How to adopt from Kentucky Pets Alive
There is an adoption application that is reviewed by the adoption team. The adoption fee includes spay/neuter, microchip, vaccinations to date, deworming, flea preventative and feline leukemia/feline aids testing for cats and heart worm testing for dogs.
Scott County Animal Care and ControlGeorgetown, KY · 5 cats · 50 mi from Buckner
How to adopt from Scott County Animal Care and Control
Adoption application, adoption contract, dogs $110 and cats $90. We verify if they own or rent and are allowed to have pets. Verify living conditions. Conduct meet and greet with other pets. Verify rabies vaccinations are current on pets.

Adopting a cat in Buckner

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.

Senior cats are often the calmest companions and the slowest to find homes. If you'd like a settled, affectionate cat, ask the rescues about their older residents.

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 Buckner

How many cats are up for adoption in Buckner?

As of October 29, 2026, 152 cats and kittens are listed for adoption within 50 miles of Buckner, Kentucky, by 4 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.

Where can I adopt a cat in Buckner?

The rescues with the most cats near Buckner right now are Louisville Metro Animal Services (Louisville, KY), Scott County Humane Society (Georgetown, KY) and Kentucky Pets Alive (Louisville, KY). Each cat above has the rescue's phone number and website.

Are there kittens for adoption in Buckner?

Yes. 80 kittens are up for adoption within 50 miles of Buckner.

How do I adopt a cat in Buckner?

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.

1. Jolene

2. Artemis

3. Momma Athena

4. Lugnut

5. Bill

6. Will

7. Acornett

8. Petunia Rhubarb

9. Badger

10. Astrid

11. Luigi

12. Mario

13. Ella Langley

14. Athena

15. Samwise

16. Mr Frodo

17. Matteo

18. Malia

19. Swiss

20. Colby

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