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Cats for Adoption in Fort Washington, MD: 20 Cats Looking for a Home

Cats up for adoption near Fort Washington, MD

304 cats and kittens are waiting for homes at 8 rescues and shelters within 25 miles of Fort Washington. 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 Fort Washington, 145 kittens, 50 young cats, 56 adults and 7 seniors. Most are domestic shorthairs and other mixed breeds, in every color and personality.

1. Akca

2 Years · Female · British Shorthair · 6 mi from Fort Washington

Akca is a beautiful white British shorthair who was rescued from a government shelter in Turkey. She had not been well cared for and she was pregnant. Luckily for her some very kind people rescued her. She had her babies, battled FIP (and won!), and dealt with some kitty colds. Her rescuers finally got her to the US and King Street Cats. She is now ready to find her forever home she is very sweet and docile. She would like to be your one and only. She would not do well with young children or a noisy house. After all she has been through she deserves to be the queen of the castle, a calm, quiet castle!

Read more about Akca

If you are looking for your new best friend please come meet Akca. You won’t be sorry!

If you would like to meet Akca, please visit the following link to fill out an application. https://www.kingstreetcats.org/info/adoption

  • No young kids
  • Only cat
  • No dogs
Adopt Akca fromKing Street CatsAlexandria, VA · listed Oct 28

2. Sally

1 Year · Female · Calico · 6 mi from Fort Washington

Hi, my name is Sally. I was rescued, got fully vetted, then was brought to KSC. I’m a friendly, curious girl and the caregivers tell me I’m beautiful. I would be fine as a single kitty with lots of attention or with a young male kitty. I’m excited to find a forever home and look forward to meeting you.

Adopt Sally fromKing Street CatsAlexandria, VA · listed Oct 28

3. Matilda

2 Years 6 Months · Female · Calico · 6 mi from Fort Washington

Hi, my name is Matilda. I was trying to eat at a community colony but other cats chased me away. The feeder at the colony noticed and brought me to KSC who got me vetted. I’m a quiet girl who loves other cats but I’m not a lap kitty. I like to have my own space and keep my paws on the ground.

Adopt Matilda fromKing Street CatsAlexandria, VA · listed Oct 19

4. Foxey

2 Years 1 Month · Female · Domestic Short Hair · 6 mi from Fort Washington

Hi I’m Foxy. I didn’t have the best start to my life. My previous person left me behind with other pets when they moved. Lucky for me a kind person got me to King Street Cats. KSC has promised to find me a forever home where I can feel safe and loved. I absolutely love people, especially when they tell me how pretty I am! I think I would be fine with another cat but no dogs please. There was one in my former home but I was scared of him. I also would prefer a quieter home, too much commotion also scares me.

Please come meet me. I promise you will fall in love and want to adopt me!

Read more about Foxey

If you would like to meet Foxy, please visit the following link to fill out an application. https://www.kingstreetcats.org/info/adoption

  • No dogs
Adopt Foxey fromKing Street CatsAlexandria, VA · listed Oct 17

5. Able

6 Months · Male · Domestic Short Hair · 6 mi from Fort Washington

If waking up to snuggles and sweet, scratchy kitten kisses sounds like your idea of a perfect morning, then Able may be your guy!

Able has come a long way in his short life. He was born outside, but you’d never know it now — he has completely embraced the safe, cozy indoor life and has no intention of looking back! He absolutely loves playing with his foster brothers and sister, so his new home
must have another young, playful kitty
to keep him company.

Read more about Able

Able is a bundle of fun with plenty of energy to burn. Bring out the teaser toy or laser pointer and watch him go! He’s quite the little athlete and takes his playtime very seriously. Of course, all that hard work requires compensation… preferably in the form of treats.

When playtime is over, Able is happy to switch gears and show off his softer side. He is loving, affectionate, and always ready for some quality cuddle time with his people. He would do well in a home with cat-friendly dogs and older children who understand how to be gentle with a kitten.

With his playful personality, affectionate nature, and impressive snuggle skills, Able is ready to leave his foster home behind and become someone’s very special companion. Could you be his forever family?

If you would like to meet Able, please visit the following link to fill out an application. https://www.kingstreetcats.org/info/adoption

  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
Adopt Able fromKing Street CatsAlexandria, VA · listed Oct 15

6. Mojave

4 Months 24 Days · Female · Domestic Short Hair · 6 mi from Fort Washington

Mojave, along with her siblings Gobi and Kalahari, are the official Desert Kittens™, so named because their mom resembled a sand cat. However, they could just as easily have been the Dessert Kittens given how unbelievably sweet they are (also taking after their mom)! A slight and silky tabby, Mojave loves balancing her skritches and snuggles with household adventures. Like her siblings, she is confident in new surroundings, loves playing with all the toys she can get her paws on, and eager to make new friends (two-legged and four). Mojave looks forward to delighting her furever family for many years to come! Mojave needs a feline friend in her forever home.

Read more about Mojave

If you would like to meet Mojave, please visit the following link to fill out an application. https://www.kingstreetcats.org/info/adoption

Adopt Mojave fromKing Street CatsAlexandria, VA · listed Oct 6

7. Kalahari

4 Months 24 Days · Female · Domestic Medium Hair · 6 mi from Fort Washington

Kalahari, along with her siblings Gobi and Mojave, are the official Desert Kittens™, so named because their mom resembled a sand cat. However, they could just as easily have been the Dessert Kittens given how unbelievably sweet they are (also taking after their mom)! As a medium floof with a loud purr motor, Kalahari offers an immersive snuggle experience and enjoys laying in your arms and receiving gentle belly pets (perhaps so she can show off her two orange spots). Like her siblings, she is confident in new surroundings, loves playing with all the toys she can get her paws on, and eager to make new friends (two-legged and four). Kalahari will definitely enrich the lives (and local geography) of her furever family! Kalahari needs a feline friend in her forever home.

Read more about Kalahari

If you would like to meet Kalahari, please visit the following link to fill out an application. https://www.kingstreetcats.org/info/adoption

Adopt Kalahari fromKing Street CatsAlexandria, VA · listed Oct 6

8. Gobi

4 Months 24 Days · Male · Domestic Short Hair · 6 mi from Fort Washington

Gobi, along with his siblings Kalahari and Mojave, are the official Desert Kittens™, so named because their mom resembled a sand cat. However, they could just as easily have been the Dessert Kittens given how unbelievably sweet they are (also taking after their mom)! Gobi is a gentle boy, who loves to nuzzle and purr in your ear as well as lounge on his back in your arms for some belly pets. Like his siblings, he is confident in new surroundings, loves playing with all the toys (achieving new heights with his vertical leaps), and eager to make new friends (two-legged and four). Gobi is excited to dash into the hearts of his furever family. Kalahari needs a feline friend in his forever home.

Read more about Gobi

If you would like to meet Gobi, please visit the following link to fill out an application. https://www.kingstreetcats.org/info/adoption

Adopt Gobi fromKing Street CatsAlexandria, VA · listed Oct 6

9. Nickie

9 Years · Female · Domestic Medium Hair · 6 mi from Fort Washington

Nickie, aka Sugar Cookie Queen, is a beautiful, funny, sweet girl who lost her mom to cancer. She loves to be brushed every day. She I quite independent, but when she initiates it, she will sit on your lap or next to you for hours. She needs to be an only pet in her forever home and would not do well with small children.

If you would like to meet Nickie, please visit the following link to fill out an application. https://www.kingstreetcats.org/info/adoption

  • No young kids
  • Only cat
  • No dogs
Adopt Nickie fromKing Street CatsAlexandria, VA · listed Sep 22

10. Verna

5 Months 17 Days · Female · Domestic Short Hair · 6 mi from Fort Washington

Verna is every bit the tortie — and she proudly comes with the
tortitude
to prove it! She loves being petted… but only when
she
decides it’s time. Once she’s in the mood, though, she’ll stretch out, roll around, and happily demand all the belly rubs you’re willing to give.

Read more about Verna

She’s super playful, endlessly entertaining, and always ready for her next adventure — especially if food is involved. Verna has no problem helping herself to her siblings’ meals, often attempting to finish their bowls before they even realize she’s moved in! She may share the house, but she firmly believes she owns every food bowl in it. She's sweet, sassy, playful and curious. She always wants to be part of the action, making her your perfect shadow!

Verna needs a furry friend in her forever home. If you don’t have one check out her buddy Marcella’s page.

If you would like to meet Verna, please visit the following link to fill out an application. https://www.kingstreetcats.org/info/adoption

Adopt Verna fromKing Street CatsAlexandria, VA · listed Sep 22

11. Marcella

6 Months · Female · Domestic Short Hair · 6 mi from Fort Washington

Don’t let the fact that Marcella was the runt fool you — she may be the smallest, but she has the

biggest personality and an even bigger heart

. She’s a professional snuggler who wants to be picked up, loved on, and as close to you as possible. Getting to sleep, however, requires surviving a few trips across your face first.

She kneads, licks your face, and loves to suckle on a shirt or blanket when she’s feeling cozy and secure. Equal parts silly, mischievous, playful, and affectionate, Marcella marches to the beat of her own drum — and she wouldn’t have it any other way. ❤️

Read more about Marcella

Marcella needs a furry friend in her forever home. If you don’t have one check out her buddy Verna’s page.

If you would like to meet Marcella, please visit the following link to fill out an application. https://www.kingstreetcats.org/info/adoption

Adopt Marcella fromKing Street CatsAlexandria, VA · listed Sep 22

12. Sherbert & Julius

4 Months 8 Days · Male · Domestic Short Hair · 6 mi from Fort Washington

Sherbert (orange & white) and Julius (orange) were rescued from outside when they were very young. They are adorable kittens who are now ready to find their forever home together.

These boys would make a perfect addition to any family.

If you would like to meet Sherbert & Julius, please visit the following link to fill out an application. https://www.kingstreetcats.org/info/adoption

  • Adopt together
Adopt Sherbert & Julius fromKing Street CatsAlexandria, VA · listed Sep 21

13. Ivy

1 Year 4 Months · Female · Domestic Short Hair · 6 mi from Fort Washington

Ivy is a shy sweet girl who loves chin pets and perfect little hidey-holes. She is a gray tabby with a gorgeous and unique pattern that makes her light green eyes pop. While she prefers a quieter environment, she is still a kitten and likes to play and snuggle. She is great with other cats and okay with bigger kids. Ivy is spayed, vaccinated, and ready to join her new family!

If you would like to meet Ivy, please visit the following link to fill out an application. https://www.kingstreetcats.org/info/adoption

  • Good with cats
Adopt Ivy fromKing Street CatsAlexandria, VA · listed Sep 15

14. Cassatt

5 Months 23 Days · Female · Domestic Short Hair · 6 mi from Fort Washington

Cassatt is a sweet and affectionate girl. She is a little reserved at first, but is very friendly and purry once she is comfortable with you. Cassatt loves to play, especially with laser and wand toys. She is a great hunter, and keeps up with her bigger brothers! She gets along with dogs and cats.

Cassatt needs a friendly animal buddy - if you don't already have one, consider her brothers Capote and Degas.

If you would like to meet Cassatt, please visit the following link to fill out an application. https://www.kingstreetcats.org/info/adoption

  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
Adopt Cassatt fromKing Street CatsAlexandria, VA · listed Sep 8

15. Princess

4 Months 14 Days · Female · Domestic Short Hair · 6 mi from Fort Washington

Princess was born in a fabulous KSC foster home along with her siblings (Duchess, Earl, Jester, Prince). Princess is very vocal and will complain until you give her TLC. She purrs all the time and loves to play and wrestle with her siblings. She loves to play chase and play in the

kitten tunnel. She also loves the crinkle ball and scratching post. Princess loves to be held!

If you would like to meet Princess, please visit the following link to fill out an application. https://www.kingstreetcats.org/info/adoption

Adopt Princess fromKing Street CatsAlexandria, VA · listed Sep 6

16. Frito

4 Months 18 Days · Female · Domestic Short Hair · 6 mi from Fort Washington

Frito

Read more about Frito

is a stunning tortie who purrs like a beast and makes funny chirpy noises when she wanders around the house. Frito wants to be held and if you put your hand down a bit she will stand up and mash her face into it until you scoop her up for cuddles. If you hold a can of wet food near her, she will grab it with her claws, and if you sit on the floor, she may try to climb your back to get closer to your face. Frito is also a bit on the smaller side, and has very soft, fluffy fur. She may come to you wagging her tail like a dog if she wants to be picked up. Frito is great with other cats and likes to drink from a cat water fountain. Frito needs a friendly male playmate in her forever home.

If you would like to meet Frito, please visit the following link to fill out an application. https://www.kingstreetcats.org/info/adoption

  • Good with cats
Adopt Frito fromKing Street CatsAlexandria, VA · listed Aug 27

17. Vanna

4 Years · Female · Domestic Medium Hair · 6 mi from Fort Washington

My name is Vanna. I was surrendered to KSC when my people had to leave the area. I was upset at first because I didn’t understand but the caregivers were very loving and took it slowly with me and told me I was a beautiful girl. Sadly, I had never been to a vet so that was the first thing on my agenda.
Now I’m fully vetted and ready to find my forever home. I’m friendly but a little shy. I think I would prefer being your only pet. I was living with a child but I would be ok without as well.

Adopt Vanna fromKing Street CatsAlexandria, VA · listed Aug 26

18. Duchess

5 Months 7 Days · Female · Domestic Short Hair · 6 mi from Fort Washington

Duchess and her siblings (Earl, Jester, Prince, Princess) were born in a fabulous KSC foster home. She is a snuggly girl who loves to sit on your lap and purr. She is a chatty girl and likes to talk to you about her day. She likes to sit in the window sill and watch the birds. She needs a partner in crime and likes her brother Earl. She loves to climb on cat tower and take naps. She loves balls and cat spring toys.

If you would like to meet Duchess, please visit the following link to fill out an application. https://www.kingstreetcats.org/info/adoption

Adopt Duchess fromKing Street CatsAlexandria, VA · listed Aug 22

19. Ziva

5 Months 16 Days · Female · Domestic Short Hair · 6 mi from Fort Washington

Hi, I’m Ziva! I’m a pretty, brown tabby girl with gold eyes. I was raised in a fabulous KSC foster home with my siblings Zendaya, Ziggy, Zola. We’re all extremely sweet and snuggly kittens. I like to play with my siblings and with toys, especially wand toys. I have perfect litter box manners. I like ear scratches and have a big purr. While I am the most shy of my siblings and may take a little time to get to know you, I am the biggest snuggle bug once I do!

I need a furry friend in my forever home. I’d love to be adopted with one of my siblings so we can snuggle and play together, or another friendly playful kitty would be good too!

Read more about Ziva

If you would like to meet Ziva, please visit the following link to fill out an application. https://www.kingstreetcats.org/info/adoption

Adopt Ziva fromKing Street CatsAlexandria, VA · listed Aug 19

20. Zendaya

3 Months 30 Days · Female · Domestic Short Hair · 6 mi from Fort Washington

Hi, I’m Zendaya! I’m a pretty, gray tabby girl with gold eyes. I was raised in a fabulous KSC foster home with my siblings Ziggy, Ziva, Zola. We’re all extremely sweet and snuggly kittens. I like to play with my siblings and with toys, especially wand toys. I have perfect litter box manners. I like ear scratches and have a big purr. I also have a cute little meow when I want to tell you things.

I need a furry friend in my forever home. I’d love to be adopted with one of my siblings so we can snuggle and play together, or another friendly playful kitty would be good too!

Can’t wait to meet you!

Read more about Zendaya

If you would like to meet Zendaya, please visit the following link to fill out an application. https://www.kingstreetcats.org/info/adoption

Adopt Zendaya fromKing Street CatsAlexandria, VA · listed Aug 19

Rescues and shelters near Fort Washington

The rescues with the most cats listed within 25 miles of Fort Washington.

  • Lucky Dog Animal RescueWashington, DC · 155 cats · 12 mi from Fort Washington
    How to adopt from Lucky Dog Animal Rescue

    1. Complete Adoption Application 2. Phone interview, vet check and home visit. 3. Contract signed (requirements include keeping a pet ID on dog at all times, keeping the dog as a pet, spaying/neutering puppies by 6 monts of age, returning the pet to Lucky Dog in the adopter cannot take care of it at any point in the future, and providing adequate vet care for the rest of the dog's life.

  • Prince Georges County Animal Management DivisionForestville, MD · 54 cats · 11 mi from Fort Washington
  • King Street CatsAlexandria, VA · 42 cats · 6 mi from Fort Washington
    How to adopt from King Street Cats

    When a person comes to the adoption center or mobile site, they fill out an application and a volunteer interview them and ask about your cat knowledge and experience as well as other pets. Applications go through an approval process. We help match the cat with each family according to home environment and lifestyle. Some adult cats may be adopted singly, but we prefer to adopt out kittens in pairs unless adopters have a playful cat or dog already in residence to keep the kitten company. Once a cat is adopted an adoption contract is completed. King Street Cats asks for a $125 non-refundable adoption fee to adopt a cat or kitten, or $225 to adopt two. All cats has been to a vet and tested for FELV/FIV. Adult cats are up-to-date on vaccinations. Kittens will have had vaccinations appropriate for their age. All cats & kittens are spayed or neutered before they are placed for adoption.

  • Little Buddies Adoption and Humane SocietyCentreville, VA · 17 cats · 17 mi from Fort Washington
    How to adopt from Little Buddies Adoption and Humane Society

    Our adoption fee is $190 which covers spay/neuter at our veterinarian, vaccinations, deworming, flea treatment, combo testing, and microchipping. The first step in our adoption process is filling out our non-binding Adoption Application. The next step is a home visit either virtually or in person. The potential adopter will then be able to meet the animal at the foster's home and if it is a good fit, take the animal home. They will pay the adoption fee, fill out our Adoption Agreement, and receive the animal's medical records.

  • Partnership for Animal WelfareGreenbelt, MD · 14 cats · 20 mi from Fort Washington
    How to adopt from Partnership for Animal Welfare

    1. Interested adopter fills out adoption application. 2. Application is reviewed by Adoption Review committee within a couple of days. 3. Vet check is performed on applicant for current and past pets. 4. Home visit is conducted. 5. If the adoption is approved, a contract is signed, a donation made, and the pet goes home with the adopter.

  • A Home of Their Own Animal RescueSilver Spring, MD · 14 cats · 25 mi from Fort Washington
    How to adopt from A Home of Their Own Animal Rescue

    Apply and meet the animal, adoption committee reviews application, vet check and home check, contract and fee paid, placement

  • SPCA of Northern VirginiaArlington, VA · 4 cats · 12 mi from Fort Washington
    How to adopt from SPCA of Northern Virginia

    Please see our website, www.spcanova.org, for our adoption policy and fees.

  • Dewey Animals, Inc.Centreville, VA · 4 cats · 17 mi from Fort Washington
    How to adopt from Dewey Animals, Inc.

    application/contract/$100 each $150/pr, no declaw, no outdoors, no tiny kittens as onlies, no tiny kittens with really small children

Adopting a cat in Fort Washington

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 Fort Washington

How many cats are up for adoption in Fort Washington?

As of October 29, 2026, 304 cats and kittens are listed for adoption within 25 miles of Fort Washington, Maryland, by 8 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.

Where can I adopt a cat in Fort Washington?

The rescues with the most cats near Fort Washington right now are Lucky Dog Animal Rescue (Washington, DC), Prince Georges County Animal Management Division (Forestville, MD) and King Street Cats (Alexandria, VA). Each cat above has the rescue's phone number and website.

Are there kittens for adoption in Fort Washington?

Yes. 145 kittens are up for adoption within 25 miles of Fort Washington.

How do I adopt a cat in Fort Washington?

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.