Cats for Adoption in North Branch, MN: 20 Cats Looking for a Home
By Cats of the Day · Updated

68 cats and kittens are waiting for homes at 2 rescues and shelters within 25 miles of North Branch. 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 North Branch, 34 kittens, 13 young cats, 13 adults and 4 seniors. Most are domestic shorthairs and other mixed breeds, but you'll also find Siamese and Sphynx (hairless cat) cats.
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1. Spangle
4 Months 9 Days · Female · Domestic Medium Hair / Tabby (short coat) · 18 mi from North Branch


Hello, fabulous humans! I’m Spangle! I was found with my siblings, Firecracker and Sparkler, over the Fourth of July. We may have missed the fireworks, but I’m ready to bring plenty of my own kitten-sized explosions of fun to your home!
I’m a playful, friendly kitten who loves making friends with other cats. I’m also aware of those funny creatures called dogs! I’m fully vetted and ready to find my forever family.
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
2. Thora
Kitten (3 months 23 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Tortoiseshell (short coat) · 18 mi from North Branch



Meet Thora, your future lap-warming specialist!
Thora is fully vetted and great with kids, cats, and dogs. She may be shy around new people and places, so she’ll need a little time to decide if you’re friend material. But once she feels safe, she transforms into the BEST. LAP. CAT. EVER!
She’s all about cozy cuddles, premium lap-sitting, and devoted companionship. Give this sweet girl a patient, loving home, and she’ll reward you with endless snuggles.
Does your lap—and heart—have room for Thora?
Love, Thora
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
3. Netflix
6 Months · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Tabby (short coat) · 18 mi from North Branch



Meet Netflix! Your Next Binge-Worthy Best Friend!
Hello, hello! I’m Netflix, and I’m here to bring you endless entertainment, nonstop kitten antics, and a whole lot of sweetness! I came to rescue with my brother, Chill, but don’t let his name fool you—I’m ready to keep you entertained with my playful personality and love for all things fun!
My favorite activities include chasing kitty toys, playing with my feline friends, exploring my surroundings, and generally being the adorable little troublemaker kittens are meant to be. I’m sweet, playful, and great with other cats, so I’d love a home where I can keep the fun rolling!
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I’m fully vetted and have a heart murmur that will need regular checkups to keep an eye on things. The good news? I don’t need medication, have no restrictions because of it, and can enjoy all the usual kitten adventures! ❤️
So, what do you say? Are you ready to press play on a lifetime of love, laughter, and purr-fect entertainment? I promise to keep your days exciting and your heart full! I may even convince you that one more episode of kitten cuteness is never enough!
Adopt me, and let’s make every day a Netflix-and-snuggle kind of day!
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
4. Chill
6 Months · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Tabby (short coat) · 18 mi from North Branch



CHILL HAS ENTERED THE CHAT!
Hey, hey, hey! The name’s Chill, but don’t let that fool you… I’m a tiny ball of chaos wrapped in a ridiculously cute kitten package!
I came to the rescue with my brother Netflix, and let me tell you, we know how to keep things entertaining! I’m playful, curious, happy, and always ready to investigate anything that moves, wiggles, rolls, or looks remotely like a toy. If there’s fun to be had, I’m already there. If there’s mischief to be made, well… I probably started it!
I LOVE other cats and would be thrilled to have a furry buddy to chase, wrestle, and plot world domination with.
Read more about Chill
Toys are my jam, adventures are my specialty, and making you laugh is just a bonus of being this ridiculously adorable. ❤️
I’m fully vetted and ready to trade my rescue days for a forever home filled with love, toys, and plenty of opportunities to show off my silly kitten antics!
So, what are you waiting for? Your life could use a little more laughter, a little more mischief, and a whole lot more CHILL!
Adopt me, and let the shenanigans begin!
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
5. Pussy Galore
Kitten (4 months 11 days) · Female · Domestic Medium Hair (medium coat) · 18 mi from North Branch


Pussy Galore has a big name and a personality to match. She's a friendly young kitten who greets people with curiosity and has a soft spot for toys of every kind. Playtime is her favorite time, and she'll turn almost anything into a game.
Found as a stray alongside her sister, Miss Moneypenny, she's had company since the very beginning. She's comfortable around cats and dogs alike, so she'd settle right in with a pet family. She's happy to be adopted solo, and you're also welcome to apply for both sisters if you'd like a pair.
Ready to add a little mischief to your household? Apply to adopt Pussy Galore and welcome her into your family.
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
6. Xenon
Kitten (5 months 10 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Extra-Toes Cat (Hemingway Polydactyl) (short coat) · 18 mi from North Branch


Meet Xenon
Hello, fabulous humans! I’m Xenon and I’m one extra-special kitten with extra toes to prove it! ✨ My sibling Krypton and I were found together with another sibling duo, Neon & Argon.
I’m a friendly, playful kitten with plenty of personality and just the right amount of kitten mischief! My adorable extra toes make my paws even more fun—and trust me, I’m ready to put them to good use!
I love having kitty friends to play with and explore alongside. Whether I’m chasing a toy, pouncing on my siblings, or checking out what’s happening around me, I’m always ready for fun!
I’m fully vetted and great with cats, and now I’m looking for a forever family where my adventures can continue.
Come meet me—I just might be the perfect little addition to your universe, with a few extra toes for good measure!
- Good with cats
- House-trained
7. Chito
Kitten (4 months 20 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Tabby (short coat) · 18 mi from North Branch



Meet Chito!
Hi, I’m Chito! My world started out a little scary—I was found hiding in a garage, and I wasn’t quite sure what to think of all these big, new things called humans and homes!
I’m a sweet, gentle boy who just needs a little time to feel safe. I can be nervous at first, and big open spaces can make me feel a bit intimidated. But give me patience, love, and a cozy place to build my confidence, and you’ll start to see the real me shine!
I’m looking for a special forever family who understands that trust takes time. Someone who will show me that the world isn’t such a scary place—and that being loved is pretty wonderful.
I’m also good with other cats, so having a friendly kitty companion may help me feel right at home!
I’m fully vetted and ready to find the patient, loving family who will help me discover just how amazing life can be. Maybe that family is YOU?
- No young kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
8. Rhodes
Kitten (4 months 19 days) · Male · Siamese / Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 18 mi from North Branch




Rhodes is a playful boy who loves people and will come in for pets before darting off to bat around a glitter ball or chase a toy mouse, circling back for more attention a few minutes later. He never stays in one place too long, and there's always another game to get to.
He loves being picked up and held, purring right away, though once you set him down he's off again, returning shortly for chin scratches and back rubs. His cat tree is a favorite spot for watching the window, and he's just as happy getting lost in a good Cat TV video. He's just as happy napping with a sibling as he is on his own.
He'd do well going home solo or alongside another cat. Want a boy who's always got something going on? Apply to adopt Rhodes today!
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
- Special needs
9. Sailor
Kitten (4 months 24 days) · Female · Siamese / Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 18 mi from North Branch




Sailor is a sweet, playful girl who lights up for a good wand toy session, chasing and pouncing with total kitten focus. She'll come running the moment you walk into the room, rubbing against your legs and flopping over at your feet when you stop, practically begging to be picked up.
Once she's in your arms, she settles right in, and she's just as happy curling up in your lap for real snuggle time, purring the whole while. Her cat tree is a favorite spot to watch the world go by, and she gets fully absorbed in Cat TV whenever it's on. She'll nap solo or curl up with one of her siblings, happy either way.
She'd do well going home solo or alongside another cat. Ready to meet this affectionate girl? Apply to adopt Sailor today!
- No young kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
10. Marigold
Kitten (4 months 21 days) · Female · Domestic Medium Hair (medium coat) · 18 mi from North Branch





Marigold is a bright girl with a lot to say and a real need for attention, though she has a funny way of asking for it. She'll act aloof and cry out rather than come to you, but pick her up and hold her and she breaks into the most beautiful purr, then circles right back around you when you set her down.
She's not one to settle into a lap for long, but she loves to play, whether it's chasing a wand toy, batting a ball, or hunting a toy mouse. She also loves being carried around at your shoulder like a baby to tour the room. Her cat tree is a favorite spot to take it all in, and she loves getting lost in a good Cat TV session too. She's just as happy napping with a sibling as she is on her own.
She'd do well going home solo or alongside another cat. Ready to bring home a girl who'll never leave you guessing what she's thinking? Apply to adopt Marigold today!
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
11. Bocce
Kitten (5 months 15 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Calico (short coat) · 18 mi from North Branch



Meet Bocce! Hi there, I’m Bocce, and I’m ready to roll my way right into your heart! I came to SFAAR as part of a stray litter with my sibling Scratch, and our mama is the lovely Mariska.I’m a friendly, playful little girl who thinks life is best when there are toys to chase, adventures to explore, and friends to hang out with! I’m good with other cats and have been exposed to kids and dogs, so I’m already getting lots of experience with all kinds of furry and human friends.I’m fully vetted and ready for my forever family! All I need now is someone who will give me love, playtime, and a cozy place to call home. ❤️So, what do you say? Let’s get this game started—choose Bocce!
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
12. Sandylynn
Kitten (5 months 1 day) · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Tabby (short coat) · 18 mi from North Branch


Hi, I'm Sandylynn! My name means something special, my foster mom named me after her own sister, so I've carried a little piece of family love from the start.
I'm a shy girl who likes to take stock of a room before deciding it's safe. With patience, I'm hoping to learn to trust and settle in more over time. My favorites are a sturdy cat tree to survey my kingdom from, a scratching post, and wand toys to bring out my playful side.
I just need time to acclimate, and a family willing to go at my pace as my confidence grows.
Could you be the family that gives Sandylynn's story its next chapter?
- Good with cats
- House-trained
13. Sundance
Kitten (4 months 12 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Tabby (short coat) · 18 mi from North Branch


Hi, I'm Sundance! I'll admit it, I'm shy at first. New people and new places make me want to hang back and watch from a safe spot. I'll learn to trust and open up more over time.
Once I feel comfortable, I'm a total tunnel enthusiast, cardboard, fabric, blanket forts, I love ducking through and popping out the other side. And when the wand toys come out, that's when you'll really see me shine, pouncing and chasing with everything I've got.
I don't need a home that's already perfect for me, just one that's patient. Give me the space to acclimate at my own pace, and let's see how much I grow together.
Could your quiet, patient home be the place where I start to come out of my shell?
- Good with cats
- House-trained
14. Starbright
Kitten (5 months 1 day) · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Tabby (short coat) · 18 mi from North Branch



✨ Meet Starbright! ✨Hi, I’m Starbright, the tiniest little sparkle in a litter of five! I may be the smallest of my siblings, but I have a whole lot of sweetness and kitten fun packed into my little body.I was born outside and discovered by my foster family, and I’m now learning that being loved by humans is pretty wonderful. I’m still working on my confidence, but with a little patience, encouragement, and TLC, I’m blossoming more every day. I’m a playful, curious kitten who enjoys hanging out with my siblings and checking out all the exciting things around me. I’ve even spotted dogs through the gate and thought, “Hmmmm…what are those fluffy creatures?” I’m curious about other animals and would love a home where I can continue learning and growing.I’m good with kids and ready for a family who will give me the time and love I need to become the confident little star I’m meant to be.
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Could I be the little Starbright who lights up your home? ✨
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
15. Mariska
Young (2 years 7 months) · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 18 mi from North Branch




Mariska is a little purr machine, the kind of cat who settles in for the night and doesn't want to leave your side. She sleeps curled up with her people every night, purring the whole time. She still carries a lot of playful, kitten-like energy, even as she's grown, and she gets along well with other cats.
She takes a bit more patience to win over. Sudden movements or loud noises can send her scurrying for cover, and she'd rather not be picked up or carried. Once she feels safe, though, that softer side comes right out, and she rewards a calm, gentle approach with real affection.
Mariska would do best in a quiet home where she can move at her own pace and settle in without pressure. If you can give her that patience and a warm bed to sleep in, she'll give you her trust and plenty of purrs in return. Reach out to learn how you can bring her home.
- Good with cats
16. Kokomo
Kitten (5 months 2 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 18 mi from North Branch



There is a lot to love about Kokomo, starting with her voice. It's raspy and creaky, like she has decades of stories to tell. She is friendly with her people, though she also values her alone time and will find a quiet spot to herself when she needs one.
But when the lights go out, she wants company. Kokomo is a devoted bed-sharer who picks her person and stays close through the night. She is looking for the kind of home where she can be exactly as social, or as independent, as she feels like being. Could that be with you?
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
17. Candy
Kitten (7 months) · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 18 mi from North Branch




Candy is a sweet, affectionate kitten who lights up around her people. She loves attention and will happily curl up for pets or follow you around just to be close by. When she's not soaking up cuddles, she's playful and full of energy, always up for a game.
Candy would do best with another kitten in the home to burn off some of that playful energy with, and she gets along well with other cats. She's the kind of kitten who wants to be involved in whatever you're doing, whether that's playtime or quiet time on the couch.
Candy is waiting to shower someone with attention of her own. Submit an application to bring her home.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
18. Barbara
Young (2 years 2 months) · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 18 mi from North Branch




Barbara has a heart-shaped marking right on her nose, which feels about right for a cat this affectionate. She loves sunny naps, is a big fan of toys, and is still figuring out some of the finer points of being a cat, adventures included.
Barbara arrived after being dumped outside The Wildcat Sanctuary in the middle of the night, one of over a dozen cats left there with nowhere to go. She was pregnant at the time, and days later went into labor on the way to the vet. She gave birth to four kittens right as her foster family walked through the clinic doors.
Barbara does best on a consistent diet, as her stomach can be a bit particular.
Read more about Barbara
Her adopters will want to keep her food routine steady.
She's good with kids and has been around other cats and dogs before, though a slow introduction is recommended when meeting new animal housemates. Barbara is ready for a family of her own to shower with all that affection.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
19. Freda
Young (1 year 3 months) · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 18 mi from North Branch



Freda takes a little time to warm up to new people and new situations. She's not one to rush into things, and that's okay. Good things are worth the wait.
Once she settles in, though, watch out. She'll be the first one on your lap, looking for attention, and she'll reward you with a steady purr that doesn't quit. She's a total purr machine once she's comfortable.
Freda gets along well with other cats, so she could be a nice addition to a home with feline friends already in the mix.
She's still young, with plenty of years of lap time ahead of her. All she needs is someone patient enough to earn her trust.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
20. Serrana
Adult (2 years 4 months) · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 18 mi from North Branch


Meet Serrana
Hi, I'm Serrana, and while I may not be the first kitty to greet you at the door, I promise I'm worth the wait.
I'm a very sweet girl who can be shy when I meet new people. New places and new faces are a little scary for me, so I'll need a patient family willing to give me the time I need to feel safe. It took me about five weeks to truly come out of my shell in my foster home, but once I did, my personality began to shine.
Now you'll find me happily sleeping on the bed at night, coming out to ask for pets, and soaking up all the love and attention I can get. When I trust you, I absolutely adore being loved on and will happily be your quiet little companion.
If you believe the best things in life are worth waiting for, I just might be your perfect match.
Read more about Serrana
All I ask is for a little patience, a lot of kindness, and a chance to show you just how loving I can be. I can't wait to find the forever family that will love me for exactly who I am. ❤️
- Good with cats
- House-trained
Rescues and shelters near North Branch
The rescues with the most cats listed within 25 miles of North Branch.
- The Rescue Crew, IncAndover, MN · 36 cats · 23 mi from North Branch
How to adopt from The Rescue Crew, Inc
Adoption applications must be completed, which include information regarding references and vet clinic information, DL #, names, etc. Reference checks are conducted and when necessary vetting information verified. Discussion about the animal interested in to best assure appropriate and proper placement is made, and educational information regarding how to manage a multi-dog/animal household, slow and proper introductions and the importance of a shut-down period to help the animal acclimate to new surroundings. A "meet and greet" with the animal is required and whenever possible all residents of the household should be present. Home checks may, but not always, be necessary. After adoption applications is approved a contract is required, where we also stipulate that if for any reason the adopter determines they no longer want or can care for the animal we require it be returned to us, with the exception of documented bite history or potentially dangerous or dangerous dog designations. Adoption fees vary, but are comparable to or less than other local rescues and typically are $300 or less for a canine and $150 for a feline.
- St. Francis of Assisi Animal RescueForest Lake, MN · 32 cats · 18 mi from North Branch
Adopting a cat in North Branch
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 North Branch
How many cats are up for adoption in North Branch?
As of October 29, 2026, 68 cats and kittens are listed for adoption within 25 miles of North Branch, Minnesota, by 2 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a cat in North Branch?
The rescues with the most cats near North Branch right now are The Rescue Crew, Inc (Andover, MN) and St. Francis of Assisi Animal Rescue (Forest Lake, MN). Each cat above has the rescue's phone number and website.
Are there kittens for adoption in North Branch?
Yes. 34 kittens are up for adoption within 25 miles of North Branch.
How do I adopt a cat in North Branch?
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.