Kid-Friendly Cats for Adoption in St. Louis, MO: 15 Cats Good with Children
By Cats of the Day · Updated

Rescues and shelters within 25 miles of St. Louis have 15 kid-friendly cats up for adoption. Here are all 15, 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.
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1. Coffee Cake
Young · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 17 mi from St. Louis



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!
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
2. Cade
Young · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 17 mi from St. Louis




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.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
3. Walker
Young (5 months 14 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 10 mi from St. Louis






Hi there! My name is Walker. I was just a tiny baby, barely a pound, when I was discovered in the hood of a car at a salvage shop. A kind man found me and took me to a foster home. Now, I'm a happy and healthy 5-month-old kitten. My favorite thing is to snuggle up next to my human. I also enjoy playing with my toys and taking naps because I'm growing up. I've been fully vetted and am ready to find my forever home. You can meet me anytime at my foster home in Maryland Heights. I am FIV +
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
4. King Arthur
Young (2 years) · Male · Tabby · 15 mi from St. Louis



King Arthur is a sweet boy, who is about 2 years old and looking for his family. He is very friendly to the other 2 cats in his foster home (one of them is his twin brother who he has been separated from for a year until he came to his foster home- long story on that) and he doesnt seem to mind the dog friends either, but is still a little shy. He absolutely loves human attention and loves to be petted. He is good with kids as well. He it litterbox trained and will be available for adoption on 10/8!
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
5. Marmalade
Adult · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed · 7 mi from St. Louis




My name is Marmalade. I was found hanging out in a feral colony during a "fixing" event. I turned on my charm while I was waiting for neuter surgery and the caretakers realized that I am adoptable. I crave attention and am willing to get in a lap to get attention! As of March 17, 2026, I am approximately For more information email my foster dad or send adoption applications to strayhavenfeline@gmail.com.Shortly after my arrival to this rescue group, it was noticed that I had a bulge on my side. The vet said it was a body wall hernia most likely from a bite from another cat. During the surgery to repair the hernia, another smaller tear in the mesh was discovered that was definitely from a bite.
Read more about Marmalade
Both hernias were repaired and I am as good as new. All cats have been spayed or neutered, microchipped, FIV/FeLV tested, are current on shots, flea treated, and dewormed. An adoption fee applies. If you are interested in me, please send an email to the email address listed in the pet's description. If no email address is specified, please email info@strayhavenrescue.org. Please allow 3-5 business days for a response.Our adoption application can be found here: http://strayhavenrescue.org/adopt-a-cat/adoption-application/ Check out our website: http://www.strayhavenrescue.orgFind us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StrayHavenSTL
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
6. Judd
Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 17 mi from St. Louis



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!
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
7. Becca
Young · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 17 mi from St. Louis



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.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
8. Muffin
Kitten · Female · Dilute Calico / Mixed (short coat) · 15 mi from St. Louis



Muffin and her sisters were born on 3/21/26. Muffin is quite the ham!! Lol! She loves to be pet, and is a social girl!
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
9. Chocolate Chip
Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 15 mi from St. Louis




Chocolate Chip and his siblings are about 13 weeks old as of 8/1/26. He is a sweet playful boy! He and his brother have become very bonded, so we’d like them to be adopted together. So you’ll get double the sweetness and cuddles!
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
10. Snickerdoodle
Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 15 mi from St. Louis



Snickerdoodle is as sweet as they come! He is about 13 weeks old as of 8/1/26. He loves attention, and is always wanting to be with you. He has become VERY bonded with his brother Chocolate Chip, so we’d like them to be adopted together. These two are seriously two of the sweetest kittens you’ll ever meet!
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
11. Daffodil
Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 17 mi from St. Louis



Daffodil, her three siblings and Mama were found outside in St. Peter's, MO. They were in dire need of help when a woman rounded them up and found placement at Country Acres Rescue. Daffodil came to us in bad shape. She had an eye infection, worms and a serious Upper Respiratory infection, poor baby! CAR quickly got her vetted and on several different antibiotics. Daffodil is healthy and happy. She loves watching people walk by her window, so curious. She also loves a good feather toy to paw at! Please call CAR at 636-227-1919 to inquire more about Daffodil and our adoption process or please visit the website, www.countryacresrescue.org.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
12. Lizzie
Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 15 mi from St. Louis




Lizzie and her siblings were born on 2/14/26. She is a very sweet, playful girl! She loves other kitties! She and her sister Lexy have become very bonded so we would like them to go together:)
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
13. Clarissa
Young · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed · 7 mi from St. Louis




My name is Clarissa. I was trapped in a feral colony and was spayed and returned to the area. I moved two blocks over to another colony and it was discovered that I am friendly. I have no interest in that outdoor life! I love attention and playing and am ready to bring joy and love to my new family. As of April 24, 2026, I am approximately 1 year young. For more information, email muttlysloat5@yahoo.com. All cats have been spayed or neutered, microchipped, FIV/FeLV tested, are current on shots, flea treated, and dewormed. An adoption fee applies. If you are interested in me, please send an email to the email address listed in the pet's description.
Read more about Clarissa
If no email address is specified, please email info@strayhavenrescue.org. Please allow 3-5 business days for a response.Our adoption application can be found here: http://strayhavenrescue.org/adopt-a-cat/adoption-application/ Check out our website: http://www.strayhavenrescue.orgFind us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StrayHavenSTL
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
14. Jam
Adult · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed · 7 mi from St. Louis


Hello, my name is Jam. My sister, Marmalady, and I were at Animal Control when we saw our current foster dad enter the facility. We were so excited to have him pet us and he decided to save us from that place. We are very friendly and love to play. Jam and I were adopted 4 years ago. The woman passed away and the man got remarried to a woman who has two dogs and a cat. We were surrendered back to our foster dad. We still love attention! and each other As of May 17, 2026, we are approximately 4 years, 11 months young. For more information email muttlysloat5@yahoo.com All cats have been spayed or neutered, microchipped, FIV/FeLV tested, are current on shots, flea treated, and dewormed.
Read more about Jam
An adoption fee applies. If you are interested in me, please send an email to the email address listed in the pet's description. If no email address is specified, please email info@strayhavenrescue.org. Please allow 3-5 business days for a response.Our adoption application can be found here: http://strayhavenrescue.org/adopt-a-cat/adoption-application/ Check out our website: http://www.strayhavenrescue.orgFind us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StrayHavenSTL
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
15. Marmalady
Adult · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed · 7 mi from St. Louis


Hello, my name is Marmalady. My sister, Jam, and I were at Animal Control when we saw our current foster dad enter the facility. We were so excited to have him pet us and he decided to save us from that place. We are very friendly and love to play. Jam and I were adopted 4 years ago. The woman passed away and the man got remarried to a woman who has two dogs and a cat. We were surrendered back to our foster dad. We still love attention! and each other As of May 17, 2026, we are approximately 4 years, 11 months young. For more information email muttlysloat5@yahoo.com All cats have been spayed or neutered, microchipped, FIV/FeLV tested, are current on shots, flea treated, and dewormed.
Read more about Marmalady
An adoption fee applies. If you are interested in me, please send an email to the email address listed in the pet's description. If no email address is specified, please email info@strayhavenrescue.org. Please allow 3-5 business days for a response.Our adoption application can be found here: http://strayhavenrescue.org/adopt-a-cat/adoption-application/ Check out our website: http://www.strayhavenrescue.orgFind us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StrayHavenSTL
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
Adopting a cat with children in St. Louis
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 St. Louis
- Country Acres RescueManchester, MO · 5 kid-friendly cats above
- 4 Paws 4 RescueFenton, MO · 5 kid-friendly cats above
- Stray Haven Rescue, Inc.St. Louis, MO · 4 kid-friendly cats above
- St. Animal Pet AdoptionsSt. Ann, MO · 1 kid-friendly cat above
Questions about adopting kid-friendly cats in St. Louis
How many kid-friendly cats are up for adoption in St. Louis?
As of October 29, 2026, rescues and shelters within 25 miles of St. Louis, Missouri, have 15 kid-friendly cats up for adoption. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a kid-friendly cat in St. Louis?
The rescues with the most kid-friendly cats near St. Louis right now are Country Acres Rescue (Manchester, MO), 4 Paws 4 Rescue (Fenton, MO) and Stray Haven Rescue, Inc. (St. Louis, MO). 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.