Cats for Adoption in Iselin, NJ: 20 Cats Looking for a Home
265 cats and kittens are waiting for homes at 11 rescues and shelters within 25 miles of Iselin. 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 Iselin, 127 kittens, 52 young cats, 79 adults and 3 seniors. Most are domestic shorthairs and other mixed breeds, but you'll also find Bombay and American Shorthair cats.
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1. Clyde4
9/15/2026 a Colonia resident had a stray cat show up in her yard. He is very friendly and she came to AP for help. She agreed to foster him for a month until we could test and vet him. Dr Deb said he was very friendly but was not a fan of the other cats in the van.
- House-trained
2. Agent
9/22/26 this tortie girl was rescued from Lisa Palasits uncle‘s engine by the fire department. She is estimated to be between eight and 10 weeks old and is in Foster with Kitty Cunningham. She was named Agent 99 as she is Kitty’s 99th foster.
- House-trained
3. Mini Puce
8/23/2026
Mini's owner is a 93 year old gentleman who has to move in with family in Florida. He can no longer take care of her. He has had her since she was a kitten and it is obvious that he is very distraught over having to surrender her.
- House-trained
4. Banana
8/5/2026 Kristin was contacted about a kitten that was found in an auto shop yard in Linden. There were no other kittens around, but there were lots of foxes known to be in the area. Went into foster with Kitty Cunningham. He is a polydactyl.
- House-trained
5. Jimbo
7/30/26 Jimbo came to AngelPAWs from Starfish Rescue. He was two days old and has been bottle fed by Michelle since intake. Kitty Cunningham is fostering him for AP.
- House-trained
6. Argos
6/30/2026 intake. Cerberus (M), Argos (M), Purrsephone (F)
Backstory:
They came from a long established colony of 15 years in Cranford. From
a litter of four kittens, three were able to be trapped.
The Trapper is still in the process of trying to get the mama cat TNR’d. Fostered at intake by Danielle Jackson, moved 7/11 to foster with Kitty Cunningham.
- House-trained
7. Bolero
The Musical Kittens: They were born to a friendly feral mom who was taken indoors in Linden. The cat was kept in isolation and had her Kittens... Two boys, and two girls, on May 23. Mama is being spayed, vaccinated, and SNAPPED by Woodbridge Animal Society. The family who took her in will be keeping her. Male kittens are Bolero and Calypso, females are Lyric and Melody.
- House-trained
8. Cannoli
Cannoli was found in Linden with brother Nico. Feral mom was a TNR
- House-trained
9. Nico3
Nico was found in Linden with his feral mom (TNR) and sister, Cannoli.
- House-trained
10. Romeo3
7/11/2026 Romeo was found in a Rahway neighborhood with a too tight collar on his neck. He wanted inside homes in the area. He stayed in the neighborhood for a prolonged period so he is believed to be abandoned.
- House-trained
11. Preston
Perry started to trap a mother and five kittens located in Cranford. He TNRed the feral mother and Danielle is fostering the five kittens. The last kitten was trapped 6/30/26 so we are using that date as the beginning of their isolation period.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
12. Sebastian4
5/18/26 pregnant female too far along to spay per Woodbridge TNR vet. Brought in by Danielle. In foster with Sofia Ponze.
6/10/26 Sandy had her kittens. Sebastian is an orange tabby, Coral is a Tortie, Fin is a male black tabby, Marina is a female black tabby.
- House-trained
13. Gray
6/2/2026 Danielle
trapped two kittens from a home in Port Reading where she did TNR on the adult cats last month.
There are four kittens total in the litter, she is trying to get the remaining two.
6/26/26 the other two kittens have been trapped and are on a separate isolation timeframe. The two new kittens are Shea and Dory. UPDATE 8/18/2026: Gray left foster care and arrived at RKH.
- House-trained
14. Bugsy2
6/2/2026 Danielle
trapped two kittens from a home in Port Reading where she did TNR on the adult cats last month.
There are four kittens total in the litter, she is trying to get the remaining two.
6/26/26 the other two kittens have been trapped and are on a separate isolation timeframe. The two new kittens are Shea and Dory. Update 8/18/2026: Bugsy left foster care and arrived at RKH.
- House-trained
15. Hank
5/29/26 came to Angel PAWS from the same colony Henry was found. Was in the care of the trapper before coming to AP. Now in foster with Ana.
16. Sandy
5/18/26 pregnant female too far along to spay per Woodbridge TNR vet. Brought in by Danielle. In foster with Sofia Ponze.
6/10/26 Sandy had her kittens. Sebastian is an orange tabby, Coral is a Tortie, Fin is a male black tabby, Marina is a female black tabby.
- House-trained
17. Rex
5/7/26 four brown tabby kittens taken in on recommendation of Starfish Rescue. Gina, Warren, Rex and Deb are in foster with Laura Carroll.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
18. Warren
5/7/26 four brown tabby kittens taken in on recommendation of Starfish Rescue. Gina, Warren, Rex and Deb are in foster with Laura Carroll.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
19. Deb
5/7/26 four brown tabby kittens taken in on recommendation of Starfish Rescue. Gina, Warren, Rex and Deb are in foster with Laura Carroll.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
20. Gina
5/7/26 four brown tabby kittens taken in on recommendation of Starfish Rescue. Gina, Warren, Rex and Deb are in foster with Laura Carroll.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
Rescues and shelters near Iselin
The rescues with the most cats listed within 25 miles of Iselin.
- Brooklyn Bridge Animal Welfare Coalition, Inc.Brooklyn, NY · 94 cats · 21 mi from Iselin
How to adopt from Brooklyn Bridge Animal Welfare Coalition, Inc.
Adoption Application Adoption Agreement Adoption Fee Three references required
- Brooklyn Animal ActionBrooklyn, NY · 71 cats · 20 mi from Iselin
How to adopt from Brooklyn Animal Action
We have an adoption application, an adoption fee to help us recoup a small portion of our vet bills and expenses and an adoption agreement.
- Angel Pets Animal Welfare Society, IncColonia, NJ · 53 cats · 1 mi from Iselin
- Karma Cat + Zen Dog Rescue SocietyMilltown, NJ · 18 cats · 11 mi from Iselin
How to adopt from Karma Cat + Zen Dog Rescue Society
application, review by adoption director with vet & personal reference checks, adoption contract. generally, kittens under 1 year of age are $150, cats 1 to 59 years of age are $125 and older cats are $100
- BIG APPLE CATSNew york, NY · 9 cats · 24 mi from Iselin
How to adopt from BIG APPLE CATS
1- Please fill out pre-adoption application 2- Kelly our director will contact you to talk about the application and then will call references. Once an application is received we can also set up a meeting in the foster home. 3- virtual or in person home visit to make sure residence is safe for cats. 4- Adoption fee of $150 per cat/kitten along with signing adoption forms.
- Sammy's Hope, IncSayreville, NJ, NJ · 6 cats · 8 mi from Iselin
How to adopt from Sammy's Hope, Inc
Adopters can meet our animals 7 days per week at our Sayreville, NJ facility. All adopters are asked to fill out an adoption application survey to find their perfect match. Surveys can be filled out in person at the shelter, or through our online form. All pets are spayed/neutered and receive age-appropriate vaccinations before going home. Adoption fees are $125 for cats and $250 for dogs. Adopters are asked to fill out an adoption contract upon taking their pet home.
- All Critters Rescue, Inc.Spotswood, NJ · 5 cats · 13 mi from Iselin
How to adopt from All Critters Rescue, Inc.
An adoption application needs to be completely filled out and submitted. References are checked. We evaluate the family and other pets to ensure the pet is compatible. A home visit is conducted. Adoption donation fees are requested. An adoption contract is signed. Follow-ups are conducted.
- Perth Amboy Animal ShelterPerth Amboy, NJ · 4 cats · 4 mi from Iselin
How to adopt from Perth Amboy Animal Shelter
Adoption fees include spay/neuter, vaccinations and microchipping. Prospective adopters must complete and adoption application that requires staff review and vet reference checks prior to approval.
- 3 Hearts 4 Paws Animal RescueMorganville, NJ · 2 cats · 15 mi from Iselin
- NYC Teens for Animals IncBrooklyn, NY · 2 cats · 18 mi from Iselin
How to adopt from NYC Teens for Animals Inc
Application, Interview, Home check, Fee and Contract
- Zani's Furry FriendsNyc, NY · 1 cat · 24 mi from Iselin
How to adopt from Zani's Furry Friends
Adopters are asked to complete an application and spend time with their prospective companion animals. All adopters are carefully screened via vet and personal references, and a home visit is conducted. A donation in an amount agreeable to all parties is requested to help defray our expenses (medical, transport, training, pet supplies, etc). We are a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, and are always in need of donations. That donation can be in the form of healthy treats, quality pet food, crates, blankets, new leashes and collars, toys, gift certificates to pet supply stores, kitty litter, etc. -all are gratefully accepted! Kittens can be adopted ONLY in pairs or to an age appropriate home. Resident cats must have proof of having been tested for FIV/FeLV.
Adopting a cat in Iselin
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 Iselin
How many cats are up for adoption in Iselin?
As of October 29, 2026, 265 cats and kittens are listed for adoption within 25 miles of Iselin, New Jersey, by 11 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a cat in Iselin?
The rescues with the most cats near Iselin right now are Brooklyn Bridge Animal Welfare Coalition, Inc. (Brooklyn, NY), Brooklyn Animal Action (Brooklyn, NY) and Angel Pets Animal Welfare Society, Inc (Colonia, NJ). Each cat above has the rescue's phone number and website.
Are there kittens for adoption in Iselin?
Yes. 127 kittens are up for adoption within 25 miles of Iselin.
How do I adopt a cat in Iselin?
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.
