Kid-Friendly Cats for Adoption in Columbia, MO: 30 Cats Good with Children

Vincent is a young man fresh off the streets of Windsor. The promise of a cushy indoor life led him to his foster's doorstep, and he hasn't looked back since.

He is a professional chef. He insists on making biscuits around the clock, only stopping to rest back up for more.

He also makes quite the perfect cuddle buddy, as he is soft, fluffy, warm, and loves to purr. When it's time to cuddle he loves to wrap his arms around you and give you kisses.

He loves scratching posts and a nice cozy place to snooze. Small toys are also his favorite to bat around and chase

Galena’s life didn’t have an easy beginning. She was discovered during a TNR project with her siblings, barely alive and desperately needing help. But this tiny girl was a fighter.
With good food, medical care, warmth, and lots of love, Galena didn’t just survive — she flourished.

Today, she’s a sweet, playful and loving kitten who has decided the indoor life is definitely for her! Galena loves batting around her toys, playing with her siblings, curling up for cozy naps, and soaking up all the comforts that come with being safe and loved.

Yara’s story began alongside her sister Galena during a TNR project. When they were found, these tiny kittens were barely hanging on. They were sick, fragile, and in desperate need of someone to give them a chance.

And just like her sister, Yara has absolutely flourished.

Today, you’d never guess this beautiful gray-and-white girl had such a difficult beginning. Yara is a sweet, playful and loving kitten who has fully embraced the perks of indoor life.

Granger — A Shy Little Sweetheart Worth Getting to Know! Some kitties are ready to run right up and introduce themselves. Others prefer to take their time, check things out, and make sure everything is okay before deciding you're their new best friend.Granger is definitely the second kind of kitty! This sweet little girl is on the shy side and needs a bit of time to adjust to new people and surroundings. But once she starts feeling comfortable, you'll discover a loving girl who enjoys pets, attention, and all the wonderful things that come with being a cat. About Granger Sweet and loving Shy and cautious at first Loves being petted Enjoys playing and doing all the usual kitty things Should do well with other cats Best suited for a home with older, respectful children Needs a little patience while she settles inGranger may not be the first kitty to come running when someone new walks into the room, but that doesn't mean she doesn't want affection.She just likes to get to know you first!Once she feels safe, Granger enjoys being petted and spending time with her people.

Wynken — A Little Cautious, a Whole Lot of Sweet! Wynken has already overcome more than any little kitten should have to.He came into rescue with two siblings, all three in very rough shape. Sadly, his siblings didn't survive, and for a while, we weren't sure Wynken would make it either. But this little fighter had other plans!Today, Wynken is doing well and learning that life can be pretty wonderful. He's just taking things at his own pace. Getting to Know WynkenWynken is a sweet boy who can be cautious when faced with new people or surroundings.When he first arrived in foster care, his favorite place was a chair tucked beneath the dining room table.

Meet Heathcliff - A Handsome, Playful Boy with a Big Personality!Heathcliff is a gorgeous young adult classic tabby with a charming personality and just the right amount of mischief! This sweet boy was rescued by a kindhearted lady who took him in and cared for him until Heartland had room to welcome him.Heathcliff is a friendly, social, and affectionate kitty who loves attention and being petted by his humans. He’s also a playful, fun-loving guy who can be downright silly with his antics! He has a mischievous streak, but it’s all part of his irresistible charm. Give him some yummy food, catnip, and plenty of love, and he’s one happy boy!Heathcliff has been around children and does well with them, although he can get a little rambunctious during playtime, so a home with older kids would be best.

Meet Coffee Cake!! He is a beautiful Brown tabby kitten who came to us with his siblings and momma after they were left on our doorstep in a crate with a note attached - DUMPED:( Coffee Cake is as sweet as he sounds! He’s quiet, friendly, loves to play with toys, and is ready to trade shelter life for his own forever home. He’s been neutered, vaccinated, and is ready to meet his people!Want to meet Coffee Cake? Give us a call at 636-227-1919 to inquire more about the adoption process or visit us at countryacresrescue.org!

Cosmo is a handsome grey tabby with the cutest little white feet.
He's living his best parasite-free, indoor-kitty life, and he is loving every minute of it! No more struggling to survive—now his biggest concerns are deciding which toy to attack next and what adventure he should go on.

Cosmo is curious and playful and loves exploring new things. He enjoys romping around with his siblings in his foster home, but he also has a wonderfully independent streak. He’s perfectly capable of doing his own thing...until he decides it’s time for some love.

And when Cosmo wants love, he is a LOT of lovey.

Meet Sunny Dee – Your New Best Friend and Cuddle Buddy!Sunny Dee is an adorable gray and white tabby with the cutest little pink nose, the sweetest face, and a personality that will absolutely steal your heart!This lovable girl is incredibly sweet, affectionate, and friendly. She adores people of all ages and is happiest when she’s getting pets, snuggling up beside you, or keeping your lap warm. She’s also quite the conversationalist and loves to tell you all about her day with her adorable little chirps and meows! Her purr motor is almost always running, and she’s an expert biscuit maker, happily kneading away with her little paws whenever she’s feeling loved and content.Sunny Dee is also on an inspiring weight-loss journey! When she first came into her foster mom's care, she weighed a whopping 21 pounds.

Meet Cade! Sweet Cade was found in a church parking lot in Normandy, Missouri. He was filthy dirty and severely underfed :( Cade came to Country Acres Rescue in late September and has been showing us what a sweetheart he truly is! He loves kisses, is incredibly affectionate, and has so much love to share. He loves everyone and just has a special sweet way about himself. Cade is estimated to be between 1 and 3 years old; he is neutered and vaccinated. Cade deserves a loving home, a warm bed, and someone who will cherish him for the affectionate boy he is. If you'd like to meet Cade, visit our website at countryacresrescue.org to learn more, or call us at 636-227-1919. We are located near Queeny Park in Manchester, Missouri.

Hermione is an independent girl with a playful personality and a mind of her own. She enjoys doing her own thing and exploring at her own pace, but every now and then, she’ll decide it’s time for some cuddles—and those moments are extra special.

She’s looking for a loving home that will appreciate her independent spirit, give her space when she wants it, and enjoy her playful side when she’s ready to have some fun.

If you’re looking for a cat with plenty of personality and a little bit of sass, Hermione may be your perfect match!

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Finch is one of the biggest kitties in his litter, and he certainly knows it! This playful boy loves to wrestle with his siblings and make sure everyone knows who’s in charge of the fun. But when Finch decides he’s had enough sibling shenanigans, he’s more than happy to leave them behind and spend some quality time with his favorite human.

Sugar Bear & SweetPea:approximately 14 weeks old; brother and sister; fully vetted; spayed/neutered; bonded and must be adopted together.
A quiet, patient home would be ideal.
These babies have already made it from living outside to learning that humans can bring warm beds, toys, Churu and love.
Now they just need the person who will give them the time they need to realize that home means they’re safe forever.

Good with cats.

There is a $50 sponsorship to help cover adoption fees.

Phoebe is the sweetest little calico kitty, and the first thing everyone says when they meet her is, “Look at that face!” Her unique facial markings are absolutely adorable and give her a look all her own.

Don’t let her sweet, delicate appearance fool you—Phoebe has a confident, assertive personality and isn’t afraid to let her humans or her littermates know what she wants! She may look like a little lady, but she can thump her littermates with the best of them.

Pewee is your classic, ornery orange boy with a BIG personality! This playful guy loves to play hard and can sometimes get a little too wound up—but don’t worry, he makes up for it by loving just as hard.

Pewee is quite the chatty fellow, so you’ll always know when he’s nearby! He has plenty to say and isn’t shy about sharing his thoughts. When playtime is over, he’s happy to settle into your lap for some serious snuggles. He’s a wonderful lap kitty who loves being close to his people.

David never stops purring! He is the first kitten to greet his people in the morning and is always waiting for visitors and love.Found with his friends in Poplar Bluff, David had a rough start to life. He and all of his friends, were underweight, covered in fleas and some even had ringworm. But with some TLC, they all gained weight, lost the fleas and got rid of the ringworm with no issues. We think David is about a week older than his friends that he came to Heartland with but he's always fit right in with all of them. We joke that David is so well behaved because he tries to be a perfect kitten so no one would suspect that he wasn't part of the litter.

Misty can be a little shy at first but give her some time & she'll allow love to be given. She loves to play with wand toys and ball tracks. Chasing her brothers is also a favorite game. Misty & her brother Storm are still getting used to normal house & people noises. Their fosters are working with them about being held and wanting attention. Aside from her 3 brothers, Misty has 3 adult cats in her foster home that she gets along with. Misty is litter box trained, current on her vaccinations, spayed, microchipped, dewormed and on flea medications.

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Storm can be a little shy at first but give him some time & he will allow love to be given. He loves to watch the fish swim in the tank. Storm loves wand toys & laser pointers. Storm also loves chasing his siblings around and playing in tunnels. Storm & his sister Misty are getting used to normal house & people noises. Their fosters are working with them about being held and wanting attention. Aside from his 3 siblings, Storm has 3 adult cats in his foster home that he gets along with. Storm is litter box trained, current on his vaccinations, neutered, microchipped, dewormed and on flea prevention.

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Nehi: sweet boy, affectionate, but not always a fan of being held or held long. Likes wand toys and play wrestling with other cats. He may take a little bit to warm up, but once comfortable, he'll follow you around, help with chores and enjoy getting loved on. He's very social and tries to make friends with other kitties. He's learning about the bigger 4 legged critters at his foster home (a big nosy dog) and gets along well with the other kitties.

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Judd and his siblings, Agnes, Garth and his Mama, Becca were found outside fending for themselves in the heat of Summer by a Country Acres' employee. The CA staff member was easily able to humanely trap Garth who was quickly adopted from CAR within weeks of his arrival. Judd, Agnes and Becca took a little bit of time to engage and learn to trust her as they were too smart for the usual tactics. Judd is a calm, quiet, and laid back kind of guy. He is a beautiful gray and white Tabby, he has a soft and healthy coat. He is such a joy to care for and will make such an amazing feline friend for any family looking for a new member. Please contact CAR at 636-227-1919 to inquire more about the adoption process or visit our website at www.countryacresrescue.org to download and complete the Questionnaire to get the process started!

Becca, and her babies - Judd & Agnes - were humanely trapped by a Country Acres' staff member. This sweet feline family were found roaming her Mom's property in Pacific, MO. She worked hard every single day for over a month to coax/lure Becca and her babies to trust her so she could bring them to Country Acres Rescue. Becca is super affectionate, loving and just one of the sweetest cats at CAR. Becca is very interested in whatever you are doing - she engages you. Becca plays with her toys in her room independantly, it is so endearing to watch. Becca would be the most wonderful cat to a loving family. Please call CAR at 636-227-1919 to inquire more about the adoption process OR visit our website www.countryacresrescue.org to download an Adoption Questionnaire.

Left alone at 2 weeks old, Bugg was one of 2 very small kitties out of 6. She and her siblings are survivors!

Left alone at 2 weeks old, Sybil and her siblings are survivors!

Left alone at 2 weeks old, Simon and his siblings are survivors!

Meet Robin! Robin is a playful boy! He was found outside with his mama Birdie and his two brothers Goose and Finch. Although he is a bit more shy, Robin is always willing to play! Robin spends most of his time playing with his brothers and foster siblings, he thrives when with other kitties. Robin would need to be with another friendy young cat or kitten. He may take some time to warm up and get to know you, but once he does he is your best friend! He is a toy lover and is ready to pounce and play whenever he is given the chance! The ideal home for Robin: A playful and friendly young cat or kitten to spend his time with Would do ok with calm, respectful dogs May be ok with respectful children Someone who will give him the time he needs to become comfortable A safe home where he gets lots of playtime

Obi-Wan-Kenobi is a 3-month-old male kitten with a BIG personality and an even bigger heart! This fun-loving little guy is energetic, playful, and always ready for his next adventure. Whether he's chasing toys, pouncing on his favorite playmates, or zooming around the room, Obi knows how to keep everyone entertained!

Obi especially loves spending time with his brother, Anakin. These two are quite the little duo and can often be found wrestling, chasing each other, and generally getting into adorable kitten mischief.

Martin is a beautiful tuxedo kitty with a sweet personality! Martin has come a long way at his foster home. He started off as a shy and scared little boy, but now he seeks out attention and love! He loves to play with his siblings and explore his surroundings. He is not shy about asking his human to pet him. He loves his toys, especially his little mouse! He would do best with another kitten as a companion. He is great with kids and other cats, but his compatibility with dogs is unknown.

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Kai is a handsome 5-month-old short-haired gray and white kitten with a playful spirit, a curious mind, and a heart that's ready for his forever family.

Pule — A Gentle Little Girl Ready to Bloom Pule's journey began as a tiny bottle baby who needed around-the-clock care.When Midnight Moon welcomed her into her little family, she loved Pule as one of her own. Thanks to that incredible start in life, Pule has grown into a healthy, happy little girl who's now ready to find her forever home. About PulePule is a sweet, gentle kitten with a quiet heart. Loves pets and gentle affection Enjoys cuddles once she feels comfortable Loves toys and playful kitten adventures A little shy at first, but she blossoms with patience, love, and reassuranceOnce Pule knows she's safe, her affectionate personality shines through, and she becomes a loving companion who enjoys spending time with her people.

This tiny calico may be small, but she has a personality that is anything but. Oreo is confident, curious, playful, and full of calico sass. She loves exploring and discovering everything around her, and she’s always ready for her next adventure.

Oreo is an independent little girl, but when she decides it’s time for affection, her happy purrs will melt your heart. She loves attention on her terms, and those special moments when she chooses to curl up beside you make them all the more meaningful.

Oreo is bonded with her brother Browine.