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Cats for Adoption in Marion, NC: 20 Cats Looking for a Home

Missy, up for adoption near Marion, NC

122 cats and kittens are waiting for homes at 4 rescues and shelters within 25 miles of Marion. 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 Marion, 59 kittens, 47 young cats, 11 adults and 1 senior. Most are domestic shorthairs and other mixed breeds, in every color and personality.

1. Missy

Young · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed · 22 mi from Marion

Puppies 6 months and under are typically $200 and dogs from 7 months to 6 years are typically $100.00. The adoption fee may be higher or lower than stated however, and is dependent on many factors including age, behavior, medical condition and demand. All dogs 7 years and older are free under our Saving Seniors program. We frequently run discount specials and occasionally a dog will be more than the stated fee.Most cats and kittens are $35.00, however there may be instances in which the fee is higher or lower, due to age, behavior, medical condition or demand. With felines, we always have an "Adopt one, bring another one home for free" adoption special!

Adopt Missy fromYancey County Humane SocietyBurnsville, NC · listed Oct 27

2. Ralph

Young · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed · 22 mi from Marion

Puppies 6 months and under are typically $200 and dogs from 7 months to 6 years are typically $100.00. The adoption fee may be higher or lower than stated however, and is dependent on many factors including age, behavior, medical condition and demand. All dogs 7 years and older are free under our Saving Seniors program. We frequently run discount specials and occasionally a dog will be more than the stated fee.Most cats and kittens are $35.00, however there may be instances in which the fee is higher or lower, due to age, behavior, medical condition or demand. With felines, we always have an "Adopt one, bring another one home for free" adoption special!

Adopt Ralph fromYancey County Humane SocietyBurnsville, NC · listed Oct 27

3. Vermillion

Young · Female · Domestic Medium Hair / Mixed · 22 mi from Marion

Puppies 6 months and under are typically $200 and dogs from 7 months to 6 years are typically $100.00. The adoption fee may be higher or lower than stated however, and is dependent on many factors including age, behavior, medical condition and demand. All dogs 7 years and older are free under our Saving Seniors program. We frequently run discount specials and occasionally a dog will be more than the stated fee.Most cats and kittens are $35.00, however there may be instances in which the fee is higher or lower, due to age, behavior, medical condition or demand. With felines, we always have an "Adopt one, bring another one home for free" adoption special!

Adopt Vermillion fromYancey County Humane SocietyBurnsville, NC · listed Oct 27

4. Willie

Young · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed · 22 mi from Marion

Puppies 6 months and under are typically $200 and dogs from 7 months to 6 years are typically $100.00. The adoption fee may be higher or lower than stated however, and is dependent on many factors including age, behavior, medical condition and demand. All dogs 7 years and older are free under our Saving Seniors program. We frequently run discount specials and occasionally a dog will be more than the stated fee.Most cats and kittens are $35.00, however there may be instances in which the fee is higher or lower, due to age, behavior, medical condition or demand. With felines, we always have an "Adopt one, bring another one home for free" adoption special!

Adopt Willie fromYancey County Humane SocietyBurnsville, NC · listed Oct 27

5. India

Adult · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed · 22 mi from Marion

Puppies 6 months and under are typically $200 and dogs from 7 months to 6 years are typically $100.00. The adoption fee may be higher or lower than stated however, and is dependent on many factors including age, behavior, medical condition and demand. All dogs 7 years and older are free under our Saving Seniors program. We frequently run discount specials and occasionally a dog will be more than the stated fee.Most cats and kittens are $35.00, however there may be instances in which the fee is higher or lower, due to age, behavior, medical condition or demand. With felines, we always have an "Adopt one, bring another one home for free" adoption special!

Adopt India fromYancey County Humane SocietyBurnsville, NC · listed Oct 27

6. Jezebel

Senior · Female · Persian · 22 mi from Marion

Meet Jezebel, our beautiful 11-year-old Persian girl! This sweet senior has recently found herself in our care after her elderly owner was no longer able to provide for her. At 11 years old, Jezebel deserves a quiet, peaceful retirement home where she can be loved, spoiled, and properly cared for!Unfortunately, Jezebel came to us extremely matted and is scheduled for a sedated shave on Monday to get her comfortable again. We will be posting updated photos of this beautiful girl after her grooming!Before applying, please understand that Jezebel is NOT a low-maintenance cat!Persians require more specialized care than your average cat, especially as they enter their senior years.

Read more about Jezebel

Jezebel struggles to keep up with grooming herself, meaning regular brushing and professional grooming will be an absolute MUST! We honestly believe keeping her in a shorter haircut will be the most manageable and comfortable option for her moving forward.She will also need an adopter who understands that Persian cats can be prone to additional health concerns and potentially higher veterinary expenses. We want her next home to be her FOREVER home, with someone fully prepared for everything that comes with owning a senior Persian.Jezebel’s ideal home:* A quiet, calm environment where she can relax.* An only-pet household! Jezebel would do best being the only animal in the home, where she can enjoy all the peace, attention, and affection she deserves.* Someone experienced with Persians or willing to learn about their specific needs.* An adopter financially prepared for regular grooming and veterinary care.* Most importantly, someone committed to loving her through her golden years!Jezebel is considered a Hero Cat, and her adoption fee is $500. This higher fee helps us find an adopter prepared for her ongoing care while also allowing us to keep adoption fees for our other cats as low as possible. Our Hero Adoption Program helps us continue giving animals who are often overlooked the same chance at finding loving homes!Interested in giving Jezebel the retirement she deserves?Please submit an adoption application! Our kennel manager will review applications and reach out to potential adopters after going through them.Jezebel has already experienced a major change in her life, and our biggest priority is making sure her next chapter is filled with comfort, stability, and love. Puppies 6 months and under are typically $200 and dogs from 7 months to 6 years are typically $100.00. The adoption fee may be higher or lower than stated however, and is dependent on many factors including age, behavior, medical condition and demand. All dogs 7 years and older are free under our Saving Seniors program. We frequently run discount specials and occasionally a dog will be more than the stated fee.Most cats and kittens are $35.00, however there may be instances in which the fee is higher or lower, due to age, behavior, medical condition or demand. With felines, we always have an "Adopt one, bring another one home for free" adoption special!

Adopt Jezebel fromYancey County Humane SocietyBurnsville, NC · listed Oct 25

7. Stuart Wetherby

Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed · 22 mi from Marion

Puppies 6 months and under are typically $200 and dogs from 7 months to 6 years are typically $100.00. The adoption fee may be higher or lower than stated however, and is dependent on many factors including age, behavior, medical condition and demand. All dogs 7 years and older are free under our Saving Seniors program. We frequently run discount specials and occasionally a dog will be more than the stated fee.Most cats and kittens are $35.00, however there may be instances in which the fee is higher or lower, due to age, behavior, medical condition or demand. With felines, we always have an "Adopt one, bring another one home for free" adoption special!

Adopt Stuart Wetherby fromYancey County Humane SocietyBurnsville, NC · listed Oct 9

8. Donkey

Young · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed · 22 mi from Marion

Puppies 6 months and under are typically $200 and dogs from 7 months to 6 years are typically $100.00. The adoption fee may be higher or lower than stated however, and is dependent on many factors including age, behavior, medical condition and demand. All dogs 7 years and older are free under our Saving Seniors program. We frequently run discount specials and occasionally a dog will be more than the stated fee.Most cats and kittens are $35.00, however there may be instances in which the fee is higher or lower, due to age, behavior, medical condition or demand. With felines, we always have an "Adopt one, bring another one home for free" adoption special!

Adopt Donkey fromYancey County Humane SocietyBurnsville, NC · listed Sep 17

9. Penny

Kitten · Female · Tabby (short coat) · 23 mi from Marion

Penny is a female grey tabby kitten,born on August 7, 2026. Penny is very cautious about new surroundings but loves to explore. She loves to be held like a baby and get head scratches. It takes her a little bit to get warmed up to you. She has beautiful coloring, silver tabby, and knows she is gorgeous. Very playful with the boys. Indoor cat only! The adoption fee is $75. This covers the cost of spay/neuter, PVR, Rabies, flea, tick, ear mite and worm treatment. To adopt, you need to first fill out an application. Go to:
https://rutherfordcountyhumanesociety.org/cat-adoption-application/
We are located in Western North Carolina. Optional transport is weekly. After your application is approved, we will contact you regarding cost and delivery if you so desire.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Penny fromRutherford County Humane SocietyRutherfordton, NC · listed Oct 27

10. Patrick

Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 23 mi from Marion

Patrick is a male white-and-black kitten, born on August 7, 2026. Patrick is "all boy" just like his brother Johnny. They could roll around playing all day. He constantly wants to be on the move and just put on a show. He has beautiful coloring and long hair. Loves to eat. Indoor cat only! The adoption fee is $75. This covers the cost of spay/neuter, PVR, Rabies, flea, tick, ear mite and worm treatment. To adopt, you need to first fill out an application. Go to:
https://rutherfordcountyhumanesociety.org/cat-adoption-application/
We are located in Western North Carolina. Optional transport is weekly. After your application is approved, we will contact you regarding cost and delivery if you so desire.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Patrick fromRutherford County Humane SocietyRutherfordton, NC · listed Oct 27

11. Johnny

Kitten · Male · Domestic Long Hair (short coat) · 23 mi from Marion

Johnny is a male grey long-haired kitten, born on August 7, 2026. He is hilarious and spunky. Always looking for adventure. Very playful and not scared of anything. He likes to be held like a baby (on his own terms) and constantly wants to be on the move. He is beautiful! Very majestic. Indoor cat only! The adoption fee is $200. This covers the cost of spay/neuter, PVR, Rabies, flea, tick, ear mite and worm treatment. To adopt, you need to first fill out an application. Go to:
https://rutherfordcountyhumanesociety.org/cat-adoption-application/
We are located in Western North Carolina. Optional transport is weekly. After your application is approved, we will contact you regarding cost and delivery if you so desire.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Johnny fromRutherford County Humane SocietyRutherfordton, NC · listed Oct 27

12. Baby

Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 23 mi from Marion

Baby is a female black-and-white kitten, born on August 7, 2026. She is tiny but mighty. She does not let her size keep her from standing up for herself around her big brothers. She will hiss at you and then come up to let you love her. She likes to explore but isn’t as rambunctious as her siblings. She likes to watch them until they attack. Before she was ever trapped at the Lake Lure Inn, Baby showed us her personality as a master observer. She watched the other kittens to see what happened to them before she would commit herself. The smartest of the bunch! Indoor cat only! The adoption fee is $75.

Read more about Baby

This covers the cost of spay/neuter, PVR, Rabies, flea, tick, ear mite and worm treatment. To adopt, you need to first fill out an application. Go to:
https://rutherfordcountyhumanesociety.org/cat-adoption-application/
We are located in Western North Carolina. Optional transport is weekly. After your application is approved, we will contact you regarding cost and delivery if you so desire.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Baby fromRutherford County Humane SocietyRutherfordton, NC · listed Oct 27

13. Fitch

Young · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 23 mi from Marion

Fitch is a neutered black cat, born on April 15, 2026. This handsome house panther did not trust easily at first. He is still a bit timid, but with time and patience, Fitch will steal your heart, especially when he sits on your lap and looks up with those big, loving eyes. He is a playful, curious boy who loves chasing toys and exploring. He is sweet, silly and will make you laugh at his antics. When playtime is over, he will gladly curl up for a lap snuggle. Indoor cat only! The adoption fee is $50. This covers the cost of spay/neuter, PVR, Rabies, flea, tick, ear mite and worm treatment.

Read more about Fitch

To adopt, you need to first fill out an application. Go to:
https://rutherfordcountyhumanesociety.org/cat-adoption-application/
We are located in Western North Carolina. Optional transport is weekly. After your application is approved, we will contact you regarding cost and delivery if you so desire.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Fitch fromRutherford County Humane SocietyRutherfordton, NC · listed Oct 23

14. Garfield

Young · Male · Domestic Short Hair · 23 mi from Marion

If you are interested in adopting this animal please fill out an application at heartofthefoothills.org/adopt. You can email us at adopt@heartofthefoothills.org

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Garfield fromHeart of the Foothills Animal RescueRutherfordton, NC · listed Oct 21

15. Skye

Young · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 23 mi from Marion

Skye is a spayed female grey-and-white cat, born on September 2, 2024. Skye's home had a fire, and all residents are now homeless. Skye was an indoor/outdoor family pet but is adjusting well to indoor only. She has not been around children, but she has been around dogs and gets along with other cats. Skye is very friendly and calm. She's pretty quiet unless she wants to be petted, doesn't get on the furniture, isn't very playful. Loves to be petted and cuddled. Perfect lap size. Indoor cat only! The adoption fee is $25. This covers the cost of spay/neuter, PVR, Rabies, flea, tick, ear mite and worm treatment.

Read more about Skye

To adopt, you need to first fill out an application. Go to:
https://rutherfordcountyhumanesociety.org/cat-adoption-application/
We are located in Western North Carolina. Optional transport is weekly. After your application is approved, we will contact you regarding cost and delivery if you so desire.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Skye fromRutherford County Humane SocietyRutherfordton, NC · listed Oct 21

16. Juneau

Young · Female · Tabby (short coat) · 23 mi from Marion

Juneau is a female silver and black tabby, born on March 1, 2026. She was recently rescued as a stray, and we quickly found out what a sweet girl she is. Her foster mom has quite a few kittens and young cats & Juneau is not a fan of all the activity in the house. It is apparent that a quiet, peaceful home with a lap to snuggle on would be more her speed. Indoor cat only! The adoption fee is $50. The adoption fee is $50. This covers the cost of spay/neuter, PVR, Rabies, flea, tick, ear mite and worm treatment. To adopt, you need to first fill out an application. Go to:
https://rutherfordcountyhumanesociety.org/cat-adoption-application/
We are located in Western North Carolina. Optional transport is weekly. After your application is approved, we will contact you regarding cost and delivery if you so desire.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Juneau fromRutherford County Humane SocietyRutherfordton, NC · listed Oct 20

17. Happy

Young · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 23 mi from Marion

Happy is a neutered male black-and-white cat, born on April 15, 2026. . I love to sit on my foster mom's lap or lounge on the cat tree in the morning sun. Happy does have a bit of catitude when food or toys are involved. Playtime is a huge part of his day and Happy loves to chase a crinkle ball, spring or even a juice bottle cap like he is playing hockey. Once he decides you are a friend to trust, Happy is loving and a perfect sweetheart. Indoor cat only! The adoption fee is $50. This covers the cost of spay/neuter, PVR, Rabies, flea, tick, ear mite and worm treatment. To adopt, you need to first fill out an application. Go to:
https://rutherfordcountyhumanesociety.org/cat-adoption-application/
We are located in Western North Carolina. Optional transport is weekly. After your application is approved, we will contact you regarding cost and delivery if you so desire.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Happy fromRutherford County Humane SocietyRutherfordton, NC · listed Oct 19

18. Inga

Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair · 23 mi from Marion

If you are interested in adopting this animal please fill out an application at heartofthefoothills.org/adopt. You can email us at adopt@heartofthefoothills.org

  • House-trained
Adopt Inga fromHeart of the Foothills Animal RescueRutherfordton, NC · listed Oct 17

19. Winston

Adult · Male · Domestic Short Hair · 23 mi from Marion

If you are interested in adopting this animal please fill out an application at heartofthefoothills.org/adopt. You can email us at adopt@heartofthefoothills.org

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Winston fromHeart of the Foothills Animal RescueRutherfordton, NC · listed Oct 16

20. Hoss

Adult · Male · Domestic Short Hair · 23 mi from Marion

If you are interested in adopting this animal please fill out an application at heartofthefoothills.org/adopt. You can email us at adopt@heartofthefoothills.org

Adopt Hoss fromHeart of the Foothills Animal RescueRutherfordton, NC · listed Oct 16

Rescues and shelters near Marion

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

  • Rutherford County Humane SocietyRutherfordton, NC · 43 cats · 23 mi from Marion
    How to adopt from Rutherford County Humane Society

    Complete and submit a dog or cat adoption application online from our Website. Our volunteers will then review the application, and contact the adoptee if approved. Then the adoptee will need to complete and submit the Pet Adoption Contract, and pay for the adoption.

  • Heart of the Foothills Animal RescueRutherfordton, NC · 31 cats · 23 mi from Marion
    How to adopt from Heart of the Foothills Animal Rescue

    An application is required and once it is processed and approved we will set up a time for the adopter to meet the pet, if the pet is finished with their vetting then we can finalize adoption or put the pet on hold and let the adopter know when the pet is ready. When we finalize adoption, the adopter will need to sign an adoption contract and a health disclaimer. We do ask that if the adopter decides that it is not working out that they bring the dog back to us so we can make sure the animal will go into a good home.

  • Yancey County Humane SocietyBurnsville, NC · 28 cats · 22 mi from Marion
    How to adopt from Yancey County Humane Society

    There is an adoption Application/Questionairre and in some situations we require a meet and greet. Our fees vary by age.

  • The Cats' Cradle of NCMorganton, NC · 20 cats · 18 mi from Marion

Adopting a cat in Marion

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 Marion

How many cats are up for adoption in Marion?

As of October 29, 2026, 122 cats and kittens are listed for adoption within 25 miles of Marion, North Carolina, by 4 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.

Where can I adopt a cat in Marion?

The rescues with the most cats near Marion right now are Rutherford County Humane Society (Rutherfordton, NC), Heart of the Foothills Animal Rescue (Rutherfordton, NC) and Yancey County Humane Society (Burnsville, NC). Each cat above has the rescue's phone number and website.

Are there kittens for adoption in Marion?

Yes. 59 kittens are up for adoption within 25 miles of Marion.

How do I adopt a cat in Marion?

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.