Cats for Adoption in Jefferson, OH: 20 Cats Looking for a Home
168 cats and kittens are waiting for homes at 6 rescues and shelters within 50 miles of Jefferson. 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 50 miles of Jefferson, 33 kittens, 25 young cats, 28 adults and 1 senior. Most are domestic shorthairs and other mixed breeds, but you'll also find Siamese cats.
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1. Patrick
To start our adoption process, House of Mews Rescue asks that you please complete our online no-obligation adoption application, which is located on our website under the adopt tab at http://www.houseofmewsrescue.org/adopt.html
Should our Adoption Coordinator feel your application is a good fit, a HOM volunteer will reach out to discuss your application with you.
Current on vaccinations, and have tested negative for both FIV ("Feline Immunodeficiency Virus") and FeLV (Feline Leukemia).
Read more about Patrick
Patrick is an such a handsome boy. He has a beautiful fluffy tail and he face floof is to die for.
Patrick has been having the time of his life in foster care. He has 3 sisters that he adores and he would love to live forever with one of them - Pasha, Paulina, & Paisley.
Patrick will be a bit shy initially. He has so much love to give but initially he will require a bit of patience and compassion. Give his a little room to adjust and you will live with one of the most loving kitties ever!
Approx. birth date: 6/14/26
Foster: MG
- Good with cats
- House-trained
2. Paisley
To start our adoption process, House of Mews Rescue asks that you please complete our online no-obligation adoption application, which is located on our website under the adopt tab at http://www.houseofmewsrescue.org/adopt.html
Should our Adoption Coordinator feel your application is a good fit, a HOM volunteer will reach out to discuss your application with you.
Current on vaccinations, and have tested negative for both FIV ("Feline Immunodeficiency Virus") and FeLV (Feline Leukemia).
Read more about Paisley
Paisley has such a sweet side to her. She slowly attempts to get into your lap without disturbing you. But you best pet her and love her. Paisley is amazingly sweet and gentle.
Paisley loves to play with her siblings and she wouldn't mind living her life with one of them - Pasha, Paulina, & Patrick.
Paisley will be a bit shy initially. She is unsure with new people but she does warm up quickly. She bring such joy to her foster family and we know she is ready to spread that joy with a family willing to give her time to adjust to her new loving home.
Approx. birth date: 6/14/26
Foster: MG
- Good with cats
- House-trained
3. Sunnie
To start our adoption process, House of Mews Rescue asks that you please complete our online no-obligation adoption application, which is located on our website under the adopt tab at http://www.houseofmewsrescue.org/adopt.html
Should our Adoption Coordinator feel your application is a good fit, a HOM volunteer will reach out to discuss your application with you.
Current on vaccinations, and have tested negative for both FIV ("Feline Immunodeficiency Virus") and FeLV (Feline Leukemia).
Hi, my name is Sunnie! I am a domestic shorthair (DSH) female tuxedo kitten, and my birthday is 02/02/26.I was found hanging out in the backyard of my foster mom's house. When I ventured up front and found the food she puts out every night, she decided it was time to bring me in. I had an upper respiratory infection, so she took me to the vet and got me all fixed up. I am now spayed, tested, and current on all my shots.I am a super friendly, outgoing kitty who wants nothing more than to curl up in your lap and soak up the attention. I get along well with everyone I meet and love to play, too!Won't you consider adopting me today and adding me to your forever family?
Read more about Sunnie
Approx. birth date: 2/2/26
Foster: LL
- Good with cats
- House-trained
4. Nala
To start our adoption process, House of Mews Rescue asks that you please complete our online no-obligation adoption application, which is located on our website under the adopt tab at http://www.houseofmewsrescue.org/adopt.html
Should our Adoption Coordinator feel your application is a good fit, a HOM volunteer will reach out to discuss your application with you.
Current on vaccinations, and have tested negative for both FIV ("Feline Immunodeficiency Virus") and FeLV (Feline Leukemia).
Meet Nala – A Beautiful Soul Looking for Her Forever Family
Nala is a gorgeous little girl born on March 20, 2026, and she’s ready to find the family she’s been waiting for.
With her stunning short-haired tabby coat and beautiful Bengal-like markings, Nala is a head-turner. But it’s her gentle heart that truly makes her special.
When Nala first came into foster care, she was very shy and unsure of the world around her. With love, patience, and the companionship of her brothers and sisters, she has blossomed into a sweet, playful kitten who grows more confident every day.
She loves climbing to the very top of the cat tree to watch everything going on below, chasing toys, and spending hours playing with her siblings. Once she feels safe, her sweet personality shines through, and it’s a joy to watch her confidence grow.
Nala’s Details:
Read more about Nala
Born March 20, 2026
Spayed
Tested negative for feline leukemia (FeLV)
Due for her third kitten vaccination on August 13
Short-haired tabby with striking Bengal-like markings
Sweet, gentle, playful, and gaining confidence every day
Loves climbing cat trees and playing with her brothers and sisters
Nala would do wonderfully with a family that understands that the very best friendships take a little time. Give her patience, kindness, and love, and you’ll be rewarded with a loyal companion who will continue to blossom before your eyes.
Could Nala be the missing piece your family has been looking for?
Approx. birth date: 3/20/23
Foster: LM
- Good with cats
- House-trained
5. Nora
To start our adoption process, House of Mews Rescue asks that you please complete our online no-obligation adoption application, which is located on our website under the adopt tab at http://www.houseofmewsrescue.org/adopt.html
Should our Adoption Coordinator feel your application is a good fit, a HOM volunteer will reach out to discuss your application with you.
Current on vaccinations, and have tested negative for both FIV ("Feline Immunodeficiency Virus") and FeLV (Feline Leukemia).
Meet Nora – A Sweet, Playful Girl Ready for Her Forever Home!
Nora is a beautiful short-haired tabby with stunning Bengal-like markings, born on March 20, 2026. She is spayed, up to date on all of her vaccinations, and has tested negative for feline leukemia, so she’s healthy and ready to join her forever family.
When Nora first came into foster care, she was a shy little girl who needed time to feel safe. With patience and love, she’s blossomed into a confident, affectionate sweetheart. Watching her come out of her shell has been such a joy!
Nora is full of playful energy and absolutely loves chasing and wrestling with her four siblings. Whether she’s racing through the house or pouncing on her favorite spring toy, she’s always ready for fun. After playtime, she’s happy to soak up attention and melts for gentle back scratches.
Nora would do wonderfully with a family that will continue to encourage her confidence and give her plenty of love, playtime, and affection. In return, she’ll reward you with her sweet personality, playful antics, and loyal companionship.
If you’re looking for a beautiful, loving, and playful young cat to become part of your family, Nora just might be the perfect match!
Read more about Nora
Approx. birth date: 3/20/23
Foster: LM
- Good with cats
- House-trained
6. Goose
To start our adoption process, House of Mews Rescue asks that you please complete our online no-obligation adoption application, which is located on our website under the adopt tab at http://www.houseofmewsrescue.org/adopt.html
Should our Adoption Coordinator feel your application is a good fit, a HOM volunteer will reach out to discuss your application with you.
Current on vaccinations, and have tested negative for both FIV ("Feline Immunodeficiency Virus") and FeLV (Feline Leukemia).
Goose is a domestic short haired marbled dark tabby. He was born on 3/20. He loves belly rubs and is a purring machine. He loves to play and wrestle with his brother Moose! He is so excited to meet his forever home!
Read more about Goose
Approx. birth date: 3/20/26
Foster: LM
- Good with cats
- House-trained
7. Moose
To start our adoption process, House of Mews Rescue asks that you please complete our online no-obligation adoption application, which is located on our website under the adopt tab at http://www.houseofmewsrescue.org/adopt.html
Should our Adoption Coordinator feel your application is a good fit, a HOM volunteer will reach out to discuss your application with you.
Current on vaccinations, and have tested negative for both FIV ("Feline Immunodeficiency Virus") and FeLV (Feline Leukemia).
Moose is a domestic medium grey haired tabby! He was born on 3/20. He loves to cuddle and is a social butterfly! He also loves to wrestle with his brother Goose! This little guy is sure to win hearts!
Read more about Moose
Approx. birth date: 4/4/26
Foster: LM
- Good with cats
- House-trained
8. Pink Lemonade
Pink Lemonade is sure to sweeten up your day! He is a total lovebug and will do anything to snuggle and make biscuits on you. He cries when he is not with his humans and is just searching for a little love in his life.
9. Moscato
Moscato took it upon herself to mother all of the kittens where she came from, even if they weren’t hers. She has done such a good job, making sure all the kittens grow up big and strong. It is now her turn to be someone’s baby. She is a sweetie pie who always like to stick her little tongue out at you.
10. Margarita
Who doesn’t love a Margarita? This sweet girl loves attention and melts whenever you give it to her. She loves to play and enjoys snuggling with her foster siblings.
11. Matcha
A petite little tabby, Matcha is sure to brighten up your day. He likes to cuddle up on these chilly mornings with his foster siblings and end his day tussling and playing around with them.
12. Daiquiri
This fuzzy girl doesn’t understand why she cannot be the center of attention always. She is a sweetheart who knows no stranger.
13. Unemployment
This boy is beside himself whenever someone gives him attention. He isn’t used to being someone’s baby, but he definitely deserves it. He will give you the biggest tallest elevator butt and all the headbutts you could ask for.
14. Bacardi
Bacardi thinks the world revolves around her, and who are we to tell her it doesn’t? This kitten loves to love and will make you all the biscuits you could ask for. When she isn’t making biscuits for you, she wants you to pet her and tell her how cute she is.
15. Prune
Meet Prune!
Prune is an outgoing tabby and white girl whose favorite place to be is right in your skin! She begs for attention, and she’s really such a doll.
Prune is spayed, microchipped, and up to date on parasite prevention.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
16. Date
Meet Date!
While Date may not be as outgoing as her sister Prune, she is equally as loving and simply melts for attention.
Date is spayed, microchipped, and up to date on parasite prevention.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
17. Martini
Meet Martini!
This loverboy came from a large colony we were working on. He decided that he wanted to come with us on our second trip, and opted to ride shotgun. He loves pets and will even give you his little belly! He’s ready to be someone’s spoiled little guy.
Martini is neutered, microchipped, and up to date on parasite prevention.
- House-trained
18. Vows
Meet Vows!
A sweet and gentle girl, she is ready to have lazy days on the couch with you. Vows came from another larger colony we are working on where a few cats turned into many, and she is ready to be someone’s baby.
Vows is spayed, microchipped, and up to date on parasite prevention.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
19. Something Borrowed
Meet Something Borrowed!
Something Borrowed is a curious little tabico who is happiest when she gets all of your attention. She is playful, cute, and snuggly!
Something Borrowed is spayed, microchipped, and up to date on parasite prevention.
- House-trained
20. Cream Puff
Meet Cream Puff!
Cream Puff is your typical well-rounded kitten. She is a sassy lady with a big, bold personality who loves to play and romp around.
Cream Puff is spayed, microchipped, and up to date on parasite prevention.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
Rescues and shelters near Jefferson
The rescues with the most cats listed within 50 miles of Jefferson.
- Winky Cats AshtabulaGeneva, OH · 72 cats · 10 mi from Jefferson
- Livin' for the Meows TNRMaple Heights, OH · 33 cats · 47 mi from Jefferson
How to adopt from Livin' for the Meows TNR
We require an application before scheduling a meet and greet. If approved and the meet and greet goes well, we require an adoption contract and adoption fee before the cat can go home. Kitten adoption fees are $125 and adults are $75.
- Rose's RescueRootstown, OH · 22 cats · 50 mi from Jefferson
How to adopt from Rose's Rescue
The first step to adopting is to fill out the Online Adoption Application at www.rosesrescue.net. After your application has been reviewed and approved, one of our volunteers will get in touch with you. As long as your application has been pre-approved, the pet's foster parent will set up a time with you to come visit the pet you're interested in. In some cases, a home visit may also be required. If all goes well, you will then sign an adoption contract, pay the adoption fee, and then your new pet is ready to go to its forever home! Dogs Adoption Fees: Mixed Breed: $125 Prison Trained Dogs: $145 Purebred: $150 no papers $165 w/papers All dogs will be current on shots (EXCEPT Rabies), and be spayed or neutered (if not of age they will come with a certificate to be done within 14 days after coming of age). Cats Adoption Fees: The adoption fee for cats is $75. Cats are spayed or neutered (or come with the certificate)and UTD on shots (except for Rabies) and are aids and Leukemia tested.
- Jennies GemsMacedonia, OH · 19 cats · 48 mi from Jefferson
How to adopt from Jennies Gems
phone interview, meet the pet, adoption application, pay fee, home visit with animal
- Forever Friends FoundationNorthfield, Oh · 14 cats · 50 mi from Jefferson
How to adopt from Forever Friends Foundation
A pre adopt form must be completed and submitted for approval. Once approved an adoption councilor will contact them and go over how they can adopt the cat, medical that was done and return policy. Our cats range from 25.00 for seniors, 100 to 150 for kittens and 95 for adults
- House of Mews RescueMentor, OH · 8 cats · 29 mi from Jefferson
How to adopt from House of Mews Rescue
If interested in adopting a House of Mews cat or kitten, please respond to this post, you’ll be asked to complete a no-obligation adoption application, which will be sent to our adoption coordinator for review. A MEWS volunteer will reach out to you to discuss your application within 24-48 hours after an application has been submitted. House of Mews Rescue requires an adoption fee at the time Kittens up to six months $95 or 2 for $150. Kittens over six months $75 or 2 $125 Cats 1 year or older…$50.
Adopting a cat in Jefferson
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 Jefferson
How many cats are up for adoption in Jefferson?
As of October 29, 2026, 168 cats and kittens are listed for adoption within 50 miles of Jefferson, Ohio, by 6 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a cat in Jefferson?
The rescues with the most cats near Jefferson right now are Winky Cats Ashtabula (Geneva, OH), Livin' for the Meows TNR (Maple Heights, OH) and Rose's Rescue (Rootstown, OH). Each cat above has the rescue's phone number and website.
Are there kittens for adoption in Jefferson?
Yes. 33 kittens are up for adoption within 50 miles of Jefferson.
How do I adopt a cat in Jefferson?
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.