Cats for Adoption in Yellow Springs, OH: 20 Cats Looking for a Home
147 cats and kittens are waiting for homes at 4 rescues and shelters within 50 miles of Yellow Springs. 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 Yellow Springs, 61 kittens, 20 young cats, 62 adults and 3 seniors. Most are domestic shorthairs and other mixed breeds, in every color and personality.
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1. Jasmine
Hi my name is Jasmine. Obviously I'm a princess but officially I'm a Domestic Short hair Calico. I'm a year and a half old. I currently have several loyal subjects. The residents of my kingsom are adult and child humans, canines and my personal advisor who is a black Manx cat.
I would happily rein over dogs and humans of all ages. I would be open to interviewing other felines to be members of my court.
My requirements for my new castle should include a throne in a sunny window, toys of all kinds, and possibly a human jester to perform in my court and stroke my luxurious fur upon request.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
2. Greer
Hi! My name is Greer and I am a super sweet and playful kitten looking for my forever home. I love wet food and treats and have already figured out how to climb cat trees and wall shelves. I am potty trained and get along with other cats and have been around dogs. I love people but it might take me a few days or treats to warm up to them. Apply today to add me to your family!
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
3. Nat
This is Nat. She showed up pregnant at a family's house. They had an appointment to have her spayed, but the day before her surgery, she had 6 kittens. The babies were born on July 27 and are now in new homes or are looking for homes. Nat is ready for her own cushy life, too.
Nat will be going on November 14 to be spayed and vaccinated and get any other vet care she needs. After that, she will be ready to head to a new home.
Nat is just an overgrown kitten herself. She is about a year old.
Read more about Nat
Nat is extremely sweet and gentle. She loves wet food, windows, catnip toys, and your lap. She is a super lap kitty who would love to hang out with you wherever you are sitting down.
Nat's daughter, Chanterelle, is also looking for a home. If the pair were adopted together, there would only be one adoption fee.
Nat would be good with other cats, cat savvy children, and could be introduced to a cat friendly dog.
If you would like to find out more about Nat or to request an adoption application, please email us at bandocats@gmail.com
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
4. Mimi
Poor Mimi (formerly just called Momma Kitty) was a momma cat to a litter of six babies (four that have now found homes) and was living on a concrete sidewalk outside of an apartment building. A nice lady was feeding her. When it rained, Mimi would take the kittens and move them under a bush. When the sun was shining, she fed them on the sidewalk.
A concerned cat lover was worried about the kittens and Mimi and reached out to several people who all got involved to save this sweet girl. Mimi and the kittens were taken inside and began their journey to pampered house cats.
Read more about Mimi
Mimi is still only really a kitten herself at about a year and a half old. She has been spayed, vaccinated, tested negative for feline leukemia/FIV, and treated preventatively for fleas/dewormed.
Mimi is still a little shy and is just learning what it is like to be safe. She is learning how to play and now likes to sleep on the bed with her caregiver. She is learning to trust and is becoming a very, very sweet girl.
We would like to see Mimi adopted with one of her remaining kittens, either Pan (male) or Freya (female). If she is adopted with one of the babies, there is only one adoption fee.
If you would like more information on Mimi, please email us at bandocats@gmail.com and request an adoption application.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
5. Ravage
This is courtesy post for a family in Grove City who has a momma cat with two 5-6 month old kittens living in their neighborhood. All three cats are sweet and friendly.
The kittens have been adopted. Only Ravage, the mom, still needs a home.
The family TNRed the kitties, so they are all are spayed/neutered but they want to find them homes with winter coming. They have recently moved them all inside the house.
Read more about Ravage
Ravage (momma cat)
1-1.5 yo dilute tortie female. She showed up outside of the family's home skinny and with kittens. She was trapped and spayed, has had her vaccines, is FIV and Feline Leukemia negative, microchipped, and treated preventatively for fleas/dewormed.
She is very sweet and food motivated. She loves to play and lay in boxes filled with toys. She seems to do well with other cats as long as they give her a little space. She will let people pick her up and hold her for a minute or two.
If you would like to adopt Ravage, please email us at bandocats@gmail.com for an application or for more information.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
6. Roman
Roman was the outside kitty of a lady who is having to re-home her cats due to dementia. Roman was used to being fed on her front porch. Since the lady has to go to assisted living, we took Roman in.
Roman could be a barn kitty, an inside/outside kitty, or an inside only cat for someone who does not mind that he does not like to be picked up and prefers pets on his own terms. He is a sensitive boy and just needs someone who understands that it frightens him to be picked up.
Read more about Roman
Roman does like to be petted, but he gets overstimulated and will let you know with a soft paw swat when he has had too much. For this reason, he could not be in a home with children.
Roman is friendly and does like head rubs and to have his face rubbed. He is also a talker and will talk to you.
Roman likes other cats. He was hanging around with another cat on the front porch of the former caregiver's home.
Roman is about 2-years-old. He is neutered, up-to-date on vaccines, tested negative for feline leukemia/FIV, treated preventatively for fleas/ticks, dewormed, and microchipped.
If you have a safe space where this sweet boy can land since he has lost his home, please email us at bandocats@gmail.com
- Good with cats
- House-trained
7. Mira
Mannie, Marko, Minna, Mia and Mira where trapped but once caught they were actually friendly. They have done really well in their foster home and are sweet, playful kittens. Mira was the hardest kitten of the group to catch. She is very smart, talky, loves pets and has the most beautiful best soft fuzzy coat. She has a very sweet purr, kneads her paws and really really wants to be someone's best friend but she can get a little unsure. She will be a great companion for someone who is willing to have a bit of patience with her. They are FIV/Leukemia negative, current on vaccine, flea and worm treated and microchip. Their approx. DOB is 5/15/2026.
- Good with cats
- House-trained
8. Alfred
Alfred has has already had lot of disappointments in his short life. His was surrendered when he was one to a shelter in Rhode Island and adopted shortly after receiving his vet care and being neutered. He somehow ended up in Ohio only to be abandoned again on the streets. We have contacted the registered owner and they have not reached out to us. We made contact with the shelter in Rhode Island and they even remembered him. We are not sure why because he is a sweet, well behaved boy. He is FIV/Leukemia negative, current on vaccines, flea and worm treated and microchip. His approx. DOB is 9/27/2023.
- House-trained
9. Taylor
DOB: 5/1/2026
Come meet me at the cage-free Adoption Center! All cats are spayed or neutered, vaccinated and tested for FIV/FeLV. If interested in adopting me, please fill out an online adoption application at https://colonycats.org/adoption_app.html to expedite the process. Due to the large number of inquiries received, we are unable to respond to emails quickly.
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Kitten Adoption Policy
Read more about Taylor
Kittens cannot be adopted as a solo pet, they must either go home with another kitten or join a home that already has a young, playful cat. If there are no other pets in the household, adoption of two littermates is required. Kittens thrive with a feline companion to help them learn, play, and develop healthy social skills. Learn more about Single Kitten Syndrome: https://furkids.org/blog/understanding-single-kitten-syndrome
If you’re looking to adopt just one kitten, please ask us about kittens who came to us as singles and are comfortable being the only cat.
- House-trained
10. Tessa
DOB: 5/1/2026
Come meet me at the cage-free Adoption Center! All cats are spayed or neutered, vaccinated and tested for FIV/FeLV. If interested in adopting me, please fill out an online adoption application at https://colonycats.org/adoption_app.html to expedite the process. Due to the large number of inquiries received, we are unable to respond to emails quickly.
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Kitten Adoption Policy
Read more about Tessa
Kittens cannot be adopted as a solo pet, they must either go home with another kitten or join a home that already has a young, playful cat. If there are no other pets in the household, adoption of two littermates is required. Kittens thrive with a feline companion to help them learn, play, and develop healthy social skills. Learn more about Single Kitten Syndrome: https://furkids.org/blog/understanding-single-kitten-syndrome
If you’re looking to adopt just one kitten, please ask us about kittens who came to us as singles and are comfortable being the only cat.
- House-trained
11. Tansy
DOB: 10/21/2025
Come meet me at the cage-free Adoption Center! All cats are spayed or neutered, vaccinated and tested for FIV/FeLV. If interested in adopting me, please fill out an online adoption application at https://colonycats.org/adoption_app.html to expedite the process. Due to the large number of inquiries received, we are unable to respond to emails quickly.
- House-trained
12. Lavender
DOB: 4/19/2026
Come meet me at the cage-free Adoption Center! All cats are spayed or neutered, vaccinated and tested for FIV/FeLV. If interested in adopting me, please fill out an online adoption application at https://colonycats.org/adoption_app.html to expedite the process. Due to the large number of inquiries received, we are unable to respond to emails quickly.
- House-trained
13. Darcy
DOB: 9/17/2024
Come meet me at the cage-free Adoption Center! All cats are spayed or neutered, vaccinated and tested for FIV/FeLV. If interested in adopting me, please fill out an online adoption application at https://colonycats.org/adoption_app.html to expedite the process. Due to the large number of inquiries received, we are unable to respond to emails quickly.
Read more about Darcy
Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) positive cats can live normal lives both in quality and duration. They do take special care in terms of monitoring them for signs of infection. FIV can be passed from cat to cat via deep bite wounds, but not from casual contact so positive cats can live with negative cats without the fear of spreading FIV as long as they get along and are spayed/neutered. For more information about FIV visit: https://bestfriends.org/resources/fiv-cats-faqs-feline-immunodeficiency-virus
- House-trained
- Special needs
14. Licorice
DOB: 10/19/2024
Come meet me at the cage-free Adoption Center! All cats are spayed or neutered, vaccinated and tested for FIV/FeLV. If interested in adopting me, please fill out an online adoption application at https://colonycats.org/adoption_app.html to expedite the process. Due to the large number of inquiries received, we are unable to respond to emails quickly.
- House-trained
15. Faraday
DOB: 10/21/2023
Come meet me at the cage-free Adoption Center! All cats are spayed or neutered, vaccinated and tested for FIV/FeLV. If interested in adopting me, please fill out an online adoption application at https://colonycats.org/adoption_app.html to expedite the process. Due to the large number of inquiries received, we are unable to respond to emails quickly.
- House-trained
16. Domino
DOB: 5/8/2026
Domino is a total cutie pie! This sweet boy loves to play nonstop and adores other kitties! He is friendly to everyone, kitty and human, once he gets past his initial shyness! He loves churus and other wet food snacks too!
Come meet this cutie at Petco Graceland!
Come meet me at Petco Graceland! 5030 N High Street.. All cats are spayed or neutered, vaccinated and tested for FIV/FeLV. If interested in adopting me, please fill out an online adoption application at https://colonycats.org/adoption_app.html to expedite the process. Due to the large number of inquiries received, we are unable to respond to emails quickly.
Read more about Domino
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Kitten Adoption Policy:
Kittens cannot be adopted as a solo pet, they must either go home with another kitten or join a home that already has a young, playful cat. If there are no other pets in the household, adoption of two littermates is required. Kittens thrive with a feline companion to help them learn, play, and develop healthy social skills. Learn more about Single Kitten Syndrome: https://furkids.org/blog/understanding-single-kitten-syndrome
If you’re looking to adopt just one kitten, please ask us about kittens who came to us as singles and are comfortable being the only cat.
- House-trained
17. Tortellini
DOB: 6/14/2026
Meet Tortellini, a friendly little boy who loves playing with his brothers and settling in for snuggles. His sweetest habit? When you kiss his tummy, he gently puts his paws on your face like he’s giving you a hug. With his playful spirit and affectionate personality, Tort has plenty of fun—and tiny kitten hugs—to share with his forever family.
Read more about Tortellini
This cat is currently in a foster home and arrangements can be made for a meeting once you have applied with us. All cats are spayed or neutered, vaccinated and tested for FIV/FeLV. If interested in adopting me, please fill out an online adoption application at https://colonycats.org/adoption_app.html to expedite the process. Due to the large number of inquiries received, we are unable to respond to emails quickly.
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Kitten Adoption Policy:
Kittens cannot be adopted as a solo pet, they must either go home with another kitten or join a home that already has a young, playful cat. If there are no other pets in the household, adoption of two littermates is required. Kittens thrive with a feline companion to help them learn, play, and develop healthy social skills. Learn more about Single Kitten Syndrome: https://furkids.org/blog/understanding-single-kitten-syndrome
If you’re looking to adopt just one kitten, please ask us about kittens who came to us as singles and are comfortable being the only cat.
- House-trained
18. Joey
DOB: 6/14/2026
Meet
Joey
, the snuggliest of the bunch, with the cutest little face! He’s the first to come over for cuddles and will happily climb over his brothers to get a little closer to you. When he’s not soaking up snuggles, Joey loves playing with his brothers. This affectionate little boy is ready for a forever family to share all his love—and save him a spot in their lap.
Read more about Joey
This cat is currently in a foster home and arrangements can be made for a meeting once you have applied with us. All cats are spayed or neutered, vaccinated and tested for FIV/FeLV. If interested in adopting me, please fill out an online adoption application at https://colonycats.org/adoption_app.html to expedite the process. Due to the large number of inquiries received, we are unable to respond to emails quickly.
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Kitten Adoption Policy:
Kittens cannot be adopted as a solo pet, they must either go home with another kitten or join a home that already has a young, playful cat. If there are no other pets in the household, adoption of two littermates is required. Kittens thrive with a feline companion to help them learn, play, and develop healthy social skills. Learn more about Single Kitten Syndrome: https://furkids.org/blog/understanding-single-kitten-syndrome
If you’re looking to adopt just one kitten, please ask us about kittens who came to us as singles and are comfortable being the only cat.
- House-trained
19. Yisidro
DOB: 5/27/26
Come meet me at the cage-free Adoption Center! All cats are spayed or neutered, vaccinated and tested for FIV/FeLV. If interested in adopting me, please fill out an online adoption application at https://colonycats.org/adoption_app.html to expedite the process. Due to the large number of inquiries received, we are unable to respond to emails quickly.
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Kitten Adoption Policy
Read more about Yisidro
Kittens cannot be adopted as a solo pet, they must either go home with another kitten or join a home that already has a young, playful cat. If there are no other pets in the household, adoption of two littermates is required. Kittens thrive with a feline companion to help them learn, play, and develop healthy social skills. Learn more about Single Kitten Syndrome: https://furkids.org/blog/understanding-single-kitten-syndrome
If you’re looking to adopt just one kitten, please ask us about kittens who came to us as singles and are comfortable being the only cat.
- House-trained
20. Lil' Man
DOB: 10/9/24
This cat is currently in a foster home and arrangements can be made for a meeting once you have applied with us. All cats are spayed or neutered, vaccinated and tested for FIV/FeLV. If interested in adopting me, please fill out an online adoption application at https://colonycats.org/adoption_app.html to expedite the process. Due to the large number of inquiries received, we are unable to respond to emails quickly.
- House-trained
Rescues and shelters near Yellow Springs
The rescues with the most cats listed within 50 miles of Yellow Springs.
- Colony Cats (& dogs)Dublin, oh · 138 cats · 46 mi from Yellow Springs
How to adopt from Colony Cats (& dogs)
We have an application that requires the potential adopter to wait until their application can be verified. Once everything checks out the adopter comes and picks up their new fur member of the family and signs a contract. One of the highlights of our contract states that if for ANY reason at ANY time they cannot care for the animal, they must return the cat or dog back to Colony Cats (& dogs). Our adoption fees are $125 for kittens 6 months and younger; $75 for kittens over 6 months and adults up to 7 years; $50 for 7 years and older. If adopting 2 kittens/cats at the same time there is a $25 discount. The adoption fee includes spay/neuter, Feline Leukemia and FIV tested (cats), heartworm tested (dogs), microchip, flea prevention, vaccinations (FVRCP for cats and DHLPP for dogs), rabies vaccine (if kittens or puppies are old enough to receive a rabies vaccine). If not, the new owner will need to go to their vet to get this done.
- Black and Orange Cat FoundationPlain City, OH · 5 cats · 38 mi from Yellow Springs
How to adopt from Black and Orange Cat Foundation
Adoption application. We check references and call vet. There is a $75 adoption fee, but all of our cats are sterilized, vaccinated, and tested for feline leukemia/FIV prior to adoption. We do not adopt to anyone who wants to declaw, but we do not advertise that fact until after the person fills out the application--we do not want them to lie to us if they know they cannot get the cat and declaw. We have them sign an agreement that the cat will come back to us if for any reason they do not want it.
- Adopt A Pit Rescue IncGermantown, OH · 2 cats · 29 mi from Yellow Springs
How to adopt from Adopt A Pit Rescue Inc
Applicants must fill out an application at www.adoptapitrescue.org/apply. We screen all applications, with approved applicants passing a vet and landlord check. All pets in the home must be spayed/neutered and up to date on all vaccinations and on year-round heartworm preventative. Non-homeowners must have permission from their landlord to have a dog. Once approved, we schedule a home visit, where an adoption representative takes the dog to the adopter's home to see if the dog is a good fit for the family and other pets, as well as verify the home is a safe environment for the dog. If everyone feels the dog is a good fit, a contract is signed, adoption fee is paid, and the family takes possession of the dog, unless other arrangements are made. Typical adoption fees are $175 for adult dogs and $200 for puppies. We reserve the right to charge different fees for "designer" breeds. All of our dogs are spayed/neutered, up to date on age appropriate vaccinations, heartworm tested, and on heartworm preventative at the time of adoption. All dogs have been examined by our veterinarian and given a clean bill of health at the time of adoption.
- A Purrfect StartGrove City, OH · 2 cats · 41 mi from Yellow Springs
Adopting a cat in Yellow Springs
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 Yellow Springs
How many cats are up for adoption in Yellow Springs?
As of October 29, 2026, 147 cats and kittens are listed for adoption within 50 miles of Yellow Springs, Ohio, by 4 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a cat in Yellow Springs?
The rescues with the most cats near Yellow Springs right now are Colony Cats (& dogs) (Dublin, oh), Black and Orange Cat Foundation (Plain City, OH) and Adopt A Pit Rescue Inc (Germantown, OH). Each cat above has the rescue's phone number and website.
Are there kittens for adoption in Yellow Springs?
Yes. 61 kittens are up for adoption within 50 miles of Yellow Springs.
How do I adopt a cat in Yellow Springs?
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.