Cats for Adoption in Swain County, NC: 30 Cats Looking for a Home
By Cats of the Day · Updated

164 cats and kittens are waiting for homes at 7 rescues and shelters within 50 miles of the middle of Swain County. Here are 30 of the newest arrivals, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.
Of the cats up for adoption within 50 miles of the middle of Swain County, 54 kittens, 35 young cats, 20 adults and 3 seniors. Most are domestic shorthairs and other mixed breeds, but you'll also find Bombay and Russian Blue cats.
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1. Leodes
Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair




Leodes is a particularly gentle little guy. And despite being very playful he seems a bit less wild than his brother, Troy. His sister Tyro and he sleep together and they seem to have chosen each other as playmates. If adopted together, they would be a perfect match.Complete the online adoption application to be the first to schedule a meet and greet with Leodes and Tyro or visit them during our weekly cat adoption event from 12-4pm, Saturday at PetSmart, Bleachery Blvd. Get $50 off the combined adoption fee for a pair of kittens. All cats are spayed/neutered, current on age-appropriate vaccines, microchipped, FELV/FIV tested, dewormed and started on monthly flea preventative.
2. Begonia
Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair




Everyone loves flowers and Begonia and her sister, Lantana, are ready to blossom in their forever home. Begonia has dilute tortie coloring plus tabby stripes...or a torbi pattern. They are sweet and loving and very playful with all their toys. When their foster mom opens their room door, both come running to greet her! Begonia is precious and will melt you heart!Complete the online adoption application to be the first to schedule a meet and greet with Lantana and Begonia or visit them during our weekly cat adoption event from 12-4pm, Saturday at PetSmart, Bleachery Blvd. Get $50 off the combined adoption fee for a pair of kittens. All cats are spayed/neutered, current on age-appropriate vaccines, microchipped, FELV/FIV tested, dewormed and started on monthly flea preventative.
3. Lantana
Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair




Everyone loves flowers and Lantana and Begonia are ready to blossom in their forever home. Lantana has the beautiful dilute tortie coloring while her sister, Begonia has the dilute torbie coloring (grey/buff tortie mixed w/tabby stripes). They are sweet and loving and very playful with all their toys. When their foster mom opens their room door, both coming running to greet her! Lantana is precious and will melt your heart! Complete the online adoption application to be the first to schedule a meet and greet with Lantana and Begonia or visit them during our weekly cat adoption event from 12-4pm, Saturday at PetSmart, Bleachery Blvd. Get $50 off the combined adoption fee for a pair of kittens. All cats are spayed/neutered, current on age-appropriate vaccines, microchipped, FELV/FIV tested, dewormed and started on monthly flea preventative.
4. Whimsicott
Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair



Oh Wow! Swirly tabby, Whimsicott, is ALL kitten. Tons of energy, playfulness, and confidence! Hates to be alone in a closed room. Plays well with his older foster brother cats, and then crashes in my lap. He is a dear! Highly recommend!Complete the online adoption application to be the first to schedule a meet and greet with Whimsicott, one of a family of 5 kittens or visit them during our weekly cat adoption event from 12-4pm, Saturday at PetSmart, Bleachery Blvd. Get $50 off the combined adoption fee for a pair of kittens. All cats are spayed/neutered, current on age-appropriate vaccines, microchipped, FELV/FIV tested, dewormed and started on monthly flea preventative.
5. Tyro
Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair




Tyro is a beautiful little girl with strong tabby stripes and an orange flame on her forehead. She likes to sleep late, and yet she is still the strongest in her litter of four. Her brother, Leodes, matches her size, and they are good friends and playmates, as well as affectionate and trusting with people. Complete the online adoption application to be the first to schedule a meet and greet with Leodes and Tyro or visit them during our weekly cat adoption event from 12-4pm, Saturday at PetSmart, Bleachery Blvd. Get $50 off the combined adoption fee for a pair of kittens. All cats are spayed/neutered, current on age-appropriate vaccines, microchipped, FELV/FIV tested, dewormed and started on monthly flea preventative.
6. Mamacita
Adult · Female · Domestic Short Hair




Mamacita is a sweet girl who loves pets and allows you to hold her although she can get kinda fidgety. She prefers you talk to her while she eats. She has the most beautiful coat and eyes to match. Mamacita was a friendly neighborhood stray who had produced a litter of kittens as a teen mom. She raised them and someone in the neighborhood decided she was just too friendly to live the life of an unowned community cat so here she is with us looking for her forever home....safe, warm and never again wondering where her next meal was or worrying about predators and freezing to death. Mamacita is interested in what is on the other side of that door or window screen so her new family will need to be very cautious around open windows and doors.
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Screens can push out easily! Complete the online adoption application to be the first to schedule a meet and greet with Mamacita or visit her during our weekly cat adoption event from 12-4pm, Saturday at PetSmart, Bleachery Blvd. All cats are spayed/neutered, current on age-appropriate vaccines, microchipped, FELV/FIV tested, dewormed and started on monthly flea preventative.
7. Saltine
Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair



Saltine is one incredible kitten! She is so brave and sweet. Really not scared of much and loves to play. She will definitely keep you entertained. And she’s super affectionate. She will follow you around and loves to be picked up and carried, and will cuddle in your lap and purr loudly. Be careful because she will steal your heart and just a matter of seconds. She’s so lovable! Cheez-It and Saltine would love to go together or with another one of their siblings! There were 7 kittens raised by their amazing mama kitty. Two kittens are always better than one and twice the fun!Complete the online adoption application to be the first to schedule a meet and greet with Wheat Thin, Goldfish, Graham, Ritz, Saltine and Cheez-It or visit them during our weekly adoption event at PetSmart, Bleachery Blvd, 12-4pm on Saturday.
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Get $50 off the combined adoption fee for a pair of kittens. All cats are spayed/neutered, current on age-appropriate vaccines, microchipped, FELV/FIV tested, dewormed and started on monthly flea preventative.
8. Queen
Kitten · Female · Domestic Medium Hair



Queen is a shy, gentle girl who is still learning that the world can be a safe place. She absolutely loves pets, but she's a little unsure at first and needs some time to decide if she can trust you. Don't let her nervousness fool you—Queen isn't mean at all! She's just a timid girl who needs a little patience, a gentle touch, and someone willing to let her come out of her shell at her own pace. When she hears her brother Zeppelin purring, she has to come see what she is missing out on. Complete the online adoption application to be the first to schedule a meet and greet with Queen and Zeppelin or visit them during our weekly adoption event at PetSmart, Bleachery Blvd, 12-4pm on Saturday.
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Get $50 off the combined adoption fee for a pair of kittens. All cats are spayed/neutered, current on age-appropriate vaccines, microchipped, FELV/FIV tested, dewormed and started on monthly flea preventative.
9. Zeppelin
Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair


Zepplin is a sweet little boy with a gentle soul and a heart full of love! He may be a little timid when you first meet him, but give him a little time and his sweet personality starts to shine. He warms up quickly and will reward you with the loudest, happiest purrs! Then he wants to climb all over you to get more of your attention.Complete the online adoption application to be the first to schedule a meet and greet with Zeppelin and his sister Queen or visit them during our weekly adoption event at PetSmart, Bleachery Blvd, 12-4pm on Saturday. Get $50 off the combined adoption fee for a pair of kittens. All cats are spayed/neutered, current on age-appropriate vaccines, microchipped, FELV/FIV tested, dewormed and started on monthly flea preventative.
10. Raj
Female · Extra-Toes Cat (Hemingway Polydactyl) / Bombay / Mixed (short coat)






Hi everyone, this is Raj!
Raj is a regal, sleek, polydactyl cat, who loves nothing more than a scratch under the chin and a toy to play with. She is incredible pest control, and she loves catching every bug that might enter her domain. She is vocal and isn’t afraid to speak her mind! Although she uses her voice to ask for pets, she is independent and doesn’t yowl for attention or late at night. She has befriended a dog in her home, and would do well in a home with either dogs or other cats.
11. Aries
Female · Bombay / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)




Meet Aries!
Aries is known for being the bravest of the zodiacs, and this kitten certainly lives up to her name! She is the first to walk into a new situation with curiosity. She’s spunky, outgoing, loves being pet, snuggling up on a lap for nap time, is playful, and has the cutest meow you ever did hear. She would do great in a home with children and other pets. She also is great at pest control, and has freed her foster mom’s house of any bugs that sneak through the crack under the door.
12. Slinky
Female · Bombay / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)





Meet Slinky! She is a sweet girl who loves a good pet, and will prove it with her strong purr, and sing-song meows. She is a little shy at first, but once acquainted with someone, is very loving and will come lay on your lap anytime you sit down. Slinky loves other cats, and would probably do best in a home with other cats, since she follows her sisters around everywhere! She has a lot to say, and says it proudly! She is the reason her mother, aunt, and sisters were all rescued in the dark forests of the Smoky Mountains. She used her strong voice to draw attention to the crew. Not only is she sweet, she's also a hero!
13. Bonsail
Female · Bombay / Domestic Short Hair (short coat)






Jill Coffey Kelley
Everyone, this is Bonsai!
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She is a sweet girl that is just getting used to being loved and cared for. She loves to snuggle with her sisters, play with toys, and eat all the delicious treats her foster mom gives her! She is also getting more used to pets and cant help but purrrrr when she's getting her chin scratched. She is the smallest of her litter, but is mighty and graceful! She would do best in a quiet home, with someone who would be willing to take the time to make her feel comfortable and come out of her shell. She is also more confident around her sisters, so would also probably do best ina. home with other, kind cats! Although she is shy, she is never spicy, and given enough time, will come lay on your lap while you read a book.
14. Burdock
Female · Bombay / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)




Meet Burdock!
Burdock is named after the seeds that stick to your clothes when you walk by- the seed that inspired the famous velcro design! She absolutely loves to snuggle, especially under the blanket while you are hanging out on the couch. She is playful, loves her sisters and would likely get along with other cats, and attaches quickly to whatever human is in her vicinity.
She would do well in a home with a family who loves giving love.
15. Benny
Male · Tabby / Mixed (short coat)






Meet Benny
He is almost 6mths old orange tabby, neutered and up to date on shots. He loves to play with leaves, other kitties and dogs as well. He pays no mind to my free range chickens when he is outside. He loves the outdoors as much as he loves coming inside, getting cuddles and just chilling. He is litter box trained and enjoys sleeping on the bed!
16. Easter
Female · Tortoiseshell / Mixed (short coat)



Calling all Tortie lovers!
Baby Ester is my newest trash to treasure rescue. She is litterbox trained and has had her first round of shots, dewormer, and flea treatment. Spay will be scheduled. She is approximately four months old and weighed 3.4 lbs about a month ago.
Ester is very affectionate and loves to snuggle. She is very social and plays well with other kitties. She is also very docile and nurturing to smaller cats. She has been exposed to a large dog but prefers to stay away.
17. Lainey
Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair




A pair of sweet, loving and playful little kittens....fall in love wsiblings ith Lainey and Morgan and take them home! Morgan and Lainey are very active. Lainey is a cuddler. She likes to be up around my neck to take a nap. She also gives little nose kisses. Lainey also follows me into the kitchen. She is very comfortable staying in the living room until bedtime when we put Lainey and Morgan in the foster room for the night. Lainey is a silly little girl. Both are so lovable and love to be with their people. They will make a good addition to any family.Complete the online adoption application to be the first to schedule a meet and greet with Lainey and Morgan or visit her during our weekly adoption event at PetSmart, Bleachery Blvd, from 12-4pm.
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Get $50 off the adoption fee of a pair of kittens. All cats are spayed/neutered, current on age-appropriate vaccines, microchipped, FELV/FIV tested, dewormed and started on monthly flea preventative.
18. Morgan
Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair




Siblings Morgan and Lainey are very active. Morgan is a cuddler and loves to lay on his back in my arms and take a nap. He gives little nose kisses and will nibble on your fingers. He is getting very comfortable and will follow me into the kitchen. Morgan has a great personality. We are getting them very comfortable with us and their surroundings. Both are so lovable and love to be with us. They will make a good addition to any family.Complete the online adoption application to be the first to schedule a meet and greet with Lainey and Morgan or visit her during our weekly adoption event at PetSmart, Bleachery Blvd, from 12-4pm. Get $50 off the adoption fee of a pair of kittens. All cats are spayed/neutered, current on age-appropriate vaccines, microchipped, FELV/FIV tested, dewormed and started on monthly flea preventative.
19. Madrid
Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair



There’s a new baker in town, and her name is Madrid! Madrid is a fun, loving girl who enjoys playing, cuddling and making biscuits on just about anything she can get her paws on. Whether she’s busy playing or settling in for some snuggles, she’s always ready to fill your day with extra love and a lot of cuteness.Complete the online adoption application to be the first to schedule a meet and greet with Madrid. Get $50 off the combined adoption fee for a pair of kittens. All cats are spayed/neutered, current on age-appropriate vaccines, microchipped, FELV/FIV tested, dewormed and started on monthly flea preventative.
20. Kennet
Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair




Kennet, with his lovely marble markings, is a sweet boy who is equal parts play and snuggle! Be ready for a cuddle buddy at night. He loves his toys and scratching posts. He has some experience around dogs and is good with other cats. He has been hanging out with other kittens recently and has done well with them. When Kennet is first loose in a new space, he will be very aloof and run if you approach but in a small space, he loves to be pet very much. If you start him out in a small space and build his trust with you there and then give him more freedom in the home, you will be much more successful with him.
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Complete the online adoption application to be the first to schedule a meet and greet with Kennet or visit him during our weekly adoption event at PetSmart, Bleachery Blvd, 12-4pm on Saturday. Get $50 off the combined adoption fee for a pair of kittens. All cats are spayed/neutered, current on age-appropriate vaccines, microchipped, FELV/FIV tested, dewormed and started on monthly flea preventative.
21. Bongo
Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair


Bongo has the sweetest soul and a gentle nature. She's a little more reserved than her foster kitten friends, Betta and Tortellini, and initially preferred to watch the others play before joining in herself. But once she discovered just how much fun playtime could be, she hasn't wanted to stop! Her gentle personality and growing confidence make her especially endearing. Give her a little time to settle in (a couple days), and you'll get to watch her sweet personality shine as she discovers the joys of her forever home.Complete the online adoption application to be the first to schedule a meet and greet with Bongo or visit her during our weekly adoption event at PetSmart, Bleachery Blvd, from 12-4pm.
Read more about Bongo
Get $50 off the adoption fee of a pair of kittens. All cats are spayed/neutered, current on age-appropriate vaccines, microchipped, FELV/FIV tested, dewormed and started on monthly flea preventative.
22. Juice
Kitten · Female · Domestic Medium Hair




Do you want a fluffy adorable friend but prefer something a little lower on the Kitten Kraziness scale? These adorable siblings (Juice and Meatloaf) may be just for you. Juice is a lovely girl with beautiful markings. She's a playful gal who loves to chase the ball and explore new things. She will make a great addition to your family.Complete the online adoption application to be the first to schedule a meet and greet with Juice and Meatloaf or visit them during our weekly cat adoption event from 12-4pm, Saturday at PetSmart, Bleachery Blvd. Get $50 off the combined adoption fee for a pair of kittens. All cats are spayed/neutered, current on age-appropriate vaccines, microchipped, FELV/FIV tested, dewormed and started on monthly flea preventative.
23. Meatloaf
Kitten · Female · Domestic Medium Hair




Do you want a fluffy adorable friend but prefer something a little lower on the Kitten Kraziness scale? These adorable siblings (Juice and Matloaf) may be just for you. Meatloaf is a cute little girl who enjoys quiet playtime with you or with her toys. Always ready for a snuggle, she will make a wonderful friend. Complete the online adoption application to be the first to schedule a meet and greet with Juice and Meatloaf or visit them during our weekly cat adoption event from 12-4pm, Saturday at PetSmart, Bleachery Blvd. Get $50 off the combined adoption fee for a pair of kittens. All cats are spayed/neutered, current on age-appropriate vaccines, microchipped, FELV/FIV tested, dewormed and started on monthly flea preventative.
24. Martina
Kitten · Female · Domestic Medium Hair




Martina is a playful, loving little kitty but she is more independent than her brother Mateo. She wants to run and play and explore. She gets curious about what her brother is doing with the human and she comes over to check it out. Mateo and Martina are sweet kittens who enjoy pets very much. They came to us nearly starving to death. A teen girl was trying to care for them the best she could in a crate in the backyard because her parents would not allow them in the home but they had no money for food either. So we saved them from that difficult situation, and they have been thriving after their recovery, dealing with the parasites and getting them well.
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Now they deserve comfort and love for the rest of their life. No more wondering where their next meal will come from. No more worrying about the predators outside or being run over in a busy street. Complete the online adoption application to be the first to schedule a meet and greet with Mateo and Martina or visit them during our weekly adoption event at PetSmart, Bleachery Blvd, from 12-4pm. Get $50 off the adoption fee of a pair of kittens. All cats are spayed/neutered, current on age-appropriate vaccines, microchipped, FELV/FIV tested, dewormed and started on monthly flea preventative.
25. Daphne
Young · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed


Daphne Daphne is one of the adorable tuxie girls from the Frasier and Friends litter! While her brothers have already been adopted, Daphne is still waiting for her forever family to find her. She can be adopted with her sister Roz or separately—whatever home is the perfect fit for this sweet girl! Could Daphne be the newest addition to your family?For more information on Daphne, send Jenn a text at 865-599-7304 and apply at maarcadopt.org/adoption-application
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
26. Tortellini
Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair


This sweet girl knows how to make an entrance: she'll greet you by brushing up against you and purring to say hello. When she's not busy charming her humans, Tortellini is off playing with her fellow foster kittens, Betta and Bongo. She's the quickest and most agile of the bunch, making her a little superstar when it comes to playtime! With her affectionate greetings and playful spirit, she's sure to bring plenty of love and fun to her forever home.Complete the online adoption application to be the first to schedule a meet and greet with Tortellini or visit her during our weekly adoption event at PetSmart, Bleachery Blvd, from 12-4pm. Get $50 off the adoption fee of a pair of kittens. All cats are spayed/neutered, current on age-appropriate vaccines, microchipped, FELV/FIV tested, dewormed and started on monthly flea preventative.
27. Wheat Thin
Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair




Wheat Thin is the sweetest and cutest little girl! She is fun, playful and curious and loves people. She is really outgoing, as are all her siblings, and loves to explore. There is just something about orange kitties that make them so special, She will melt your heart with her purrs and sit on your lap happily. She is one spectacular girl! Complete the online adoption application to be the first to schedule a meet and greet with Wheat Thin, Goldfish, Graham, Ritz, Saltine and Cheez-It or visit them during our weekly adoption event at PetSmart, Bleachery Blvd, 12-4pm on Saturday. Get $50 off the combined adoption fee for a pair of kittens. All cats are spayed/neutered, current on age-appropriate vaccines, microchipped, FELV/FIV tested, dewormed and started on monthly flea preventative.
28. Ritz
Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair




Ritz is a wild and crazy boy! He is the biggest of his litter and is full of playful energy, but when he finally runs out of steam he is a cuddle bunny and has the most wonderful purr. He is truly everything you want in a kitten! He needs to go with another kitten or he could get a little rough with his play. Two are always better than one, and it is beyond entaining to watch them wrestle and play then curl up together. Ritz is a good, extroverted guy and not scared of much. I think he would well in any home and could adapt to dogs, kids etc.Complete the online adoption application to be the first to schedule a meet and greet with Wheat Thin, Goldfish, Graham, Ritz, Saltine and Cheez-It or visit them during our weekly adoption event at PetSmart, Bleachery Blvd, 12-4pm on Saturday.
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Get $50 off the combined adoption fee for a pair of kittens. All cats are spayed/neutered, current on age-appropriate vaccines, microchipped, FELV/FIV tested, dewormed and started on monthly flea preventative.
29. Goldfish
Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair




Oh baby Goldfish! This little guy is a ball of fun and energy. He is a true orange tabby and a real comedian! He will keep you laughing and entertained with his crazy antics He crab walks, launches himself off of counters and tables and gets the kitty crazies a least once a day and races around like a maniac. But he is also very sweet and when he finally gets tired, he will curl up for a good nap by your side. He is all kitten and all boy, that's for sure, but he is pretty much perfect! Complete the online adoption application to be the first to schedule a meet and greet with Wheat Thin, Goldfish, Graham, Ritz, Saltine and Cheez-It or visit them during our weekly adoption event at PetSmart, Bleachery Blvd, 12-4pm on Saturday.
Read more about Goldfish
Get $50 off the combined adoption fee for a pair of kittens. All cats are spayed/neutered, current on age-appropriate vaccines, microchipped, FELV/FIV tested, dewormed and started on monthly flea preventative.
30. Dragonfly
Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair




Meet Dragonfly — A Dapper Little Tuxedo with a Big Personality! Dragonfly is dressed to impress in his adorable black tuxedo, but his real talent is stealing hearts! This playful, confident little guy loves to be in the middle of the action. He has a bold spirit, an entertaining personality, and a very affectionate side. He loves to play, but don't let that fool you — he'd also love nothing more than to climb into your lap and soak up your attention. He's a little lovebug with plenty of kitten mischief mixed in! Like many playful kittens, Dragonfly is still learning that human hands and fingers aren't toys! When he gets excited, he may try to grab them with his teeth or claws.
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He'll need a patient adopter who can redirect his enthusiasm toward proper toys and help him learn good boundaries. He's a smart boy, and with gentle, consistent guidance, he can learn how to play appropriately. Dragonfly may take a little time to feel comfortable in a new environment, and he might initially hide while he gets his bearings. But once he starts to feel safe, his outgoing personality begins to shine! A gentle voice, loving pets, and a little reassurance will help him settle in and show you just how much affection he has to give. Dragonfly has a very special companion, too — his handsome, all-gray brother, Bumblebee! These two could make a wonderful pair for a family looking to welcome two kittens into their home. Bumblebee is the much shyer brother, and Dragonfly's more outgoing nature makes him quite the contrast to his reserved sibling. Be sure to read Bumblebee's bio, too! Are you ready for a little tuxedo-clad charm in your life? Dragonfly is looking for someone who will appreciate his playful antics, nurture his affectionate side, and give him the loving guidance every growing kitten needs. In return, he promises plenty of entertainment, sweet moments, and the joy of watching his personality blossom. Could this handsome little fellow be your new best friend?Complete the online adoption application to be the first to schedule a meet and greet with Bumble Bee and Dragonfly or visit them during our weekly adoption event at PetSmart, Bleachery Blvd, from 12-4pm. Get $50 off the adoption fee of a pair of kittens. All cats are spayed/neutered, current on age-appropriate vaccines, microchipped, FELV/FIV tested, dewormed and started on monthly flea preventative.
Rescues and shelters near Swain County
The rescues with the most cats listed within 50 miles of the middle of Swain County.
- Happy Paws Kitten Rescueknoxville, TN · 52 cats
How to adopt from Happy Paws Kitten Rescue
application and contract, $65 most cats and kittens
- Mountain Pet Rescue AshevilleCandler, NC · 43 cats
How to adopt from Mountain Pet Rescue Asheville
Application which is followed by interview/counseling, vet check and landlord check.
- Maryville Alcoa Animal Rescue CenterMaryville, TN · 38 cats
How to adopt from Maryville Alcoa Animal Rescue Center
Home Checks Vet Reference 3 personal References $55 -- $100
- Haywood County Animal ShelterClyde, NC · 17 cats
- The Stray ConnectionKnoxville, TN · 6 cats
How to adopt from The Stray Connection
Potential adopters are required to complete our application before adoption. Our adoption fee varies based on the age and breed of the cat. The fee includes testing for feline leukemia and aids, the series of distemper vaccines, the rabies vaccines, wormings, advantage so they are flea free when you take them home, a veterinary exam, and the spay or neuter. Microchipping is available for an additional $45. The adoption fee is waived for qualifying adopters interested in one of our sponsored cats. At the time of adoption, adopters must sign a contract indicating their willingness to obtain all remaining vaccinations, treatments, and spay or neuter. If a placement doesn't work out (e.g., a family member discovers he/she is allergic), the animal is returned to the Stray Connection and re-adopted.
- Almost Home Animal RescueMaryville, TN · 5 cats
How to adopt from Almost Home Animal Rescue
We require an adoption application and a contract. Our adoption fee is $125 for dogs and $90 for cats. Our requirements are listed on the website and on our contract.
- Sister Kitten Animal RescueMaggie Valley, NC · 3 cats
Cities and towns in Swain County
Adopting a cat in Swain County
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 Swain County
How many cats are up for adoption in Swain County?
As of October 29, 2026, 164 cats and kittens are listed for adoption within 50 miles of the middle of Swain County, North Carolina, by 7 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a cat in Swain County?
The rescues with the most cats near Swain County right now are Happy Paws Kitten Rescue (knoxville, TN), Mountain Pet Rescue Asheville (Candler, NC) and Maryville Alcoa Animal Rescue Center (Maryville, TN). Each cat above has the rescue's phone number and website.
Are there kittens for adoption in Swain County?
Yes. 54 kittens are up for adoption within 50 miles of the middle of Swain County.
How do I adopt a cat in Swain County?
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.