Cats for Adoption in Central Pacolet, SC: 20 Cats Looking for a Home
By Cats of the Day · Updated



85 cats and kittens are waiting for homes at 4 rescues and shelters within 50 miles of Central Pacolet. 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 Central Pacolet, 45 kittens, 25 young cats and 9 adults. Most are domestic shorthairs and other mixed breeds, but you'll also find American Shorthair cats.
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1. Flutter
Adult · Female · Domestic Medium Hair / Mixed (long coat) · 20 mi from Central Pacolet



DOB 5/20/24Flutter is a sweet, chatty little girl with a personality as lovely as her name. This friendly feline truly lives up to being a social butterfly—she loves hopping from one friend to the next, happily greeting everyone she meets and sharing the latest “kitty gossip” along the way.Flutter enjoys being part of the action and will gladly keep you company while you go about your day. Whether she’s lounging nearby, exploring the room, or chatting away with her adorable little meows, she always brings warmth and personality wherever she goes.With her affectionate nature and outgoing spirit, Flutter is sure to bring joy, laughter, and plenty of conversation to her forever home.
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If you’re looking for a loving companion who will always be ready to brighten your day, Flutter is your girl! - Spayed/neutered- Microchipped with lifetime registration- Combo tested for FIV/FeLV- Treated for internal parasites- Up-to-date on flea prevention and age-appropriate vaccines- Socialized in loving foster homes
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
2. Penny
Kitten · Female · Tabby (short coat) · 33 mi from Central Pacolet




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
3. Patrick
Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 33 mi from Central Pacolet




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
4. Johnny
Kitten · Male · Domestic Long Hair (short coat) · 33 mi from Central Pacolet




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
5. Baby
Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 33 mi from Central Pacolet


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.
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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
6. Fitch
Young · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 33 mi from Central Pacolet




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
7. Garfield
Young · Male · Domestic Short Hair · 33 mi from Central Pacolet


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
8. Skye
Young · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 33 mi from Central Pacolet




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
9. Juneau
Young · Female · Tabby (short coat) · 33 mi from Central Pacolet




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
10. Happy
Young · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 33 mi from Central Pacolet




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
11. Inga
Kitten · Female · Domestic Short Hair · 33 mi from Central Pacolet


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
12. Winston
Adult · Male · Domestic Short Hair · 33 mi from Central Pacolet




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
13. Hoss
Adult · Male · Domestic Short Hair · 33 mi from Central Pacolet




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
14. Dean
Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 33 mi from Central Pacolet



Dean is a neutered male gray kitten, born on May 15, 2026. Chris and Dean are about as cuddly as they come. They are bonded and it would be best to adopt them together. They are very docile, great with other gentle animals, and would be great with young children. Indoor cats only! The adoption fee for both Chris and Dean is $115. 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
15. Chris
Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 33 mi from Central Pacolet




Chris is a neutered male gray-and-white kitten, born on May 15, 2026. Chris and Dean are about as cuddly as they come. They are bonded and it would be best to adopt them together. They are very docile, great with other gentle animals, and would be great with young children. Indoor cats only! The adoption fee for both Chris and Dean is $115. 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
16. Adam
Young · Male · Tuxedo (short coat) · 33 mi from Central Pacolet




Adam is a neutered male Tuxedo cat, born on April 25, 2026. Adam is happy to be a part of whatever you are doing, as long as there is plenty of time for cuddles. He was the smallest of the litter but has a big personality. 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
17. Suzie
Kitten · Female · Tortoiseshell / Mixed (short coat) · 33 mi from Central Pacolet




Suzie is a spayed female tortoiseshell cat, born on June 6, 2026. Rescued as a tiny bottle baby Suzie has made tremendous progress. Suzie is a wild child who loves to play, sprint, and then cuddle up on your neck. Suzie is ready for her furever home and is spayed and up to date on vaccines. She will do best in a home with another cat/cats. 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
18. Milo
Kitten · Male · Tabby (short coat) · 33 mi from Central Pacolet




Milo is a male brown and white tabby, born on July 21, 2026. He has the cutest little face, including a distinctive smudge on his nose and matching white socks. He’s an absolute sweetheart who is already so trusting of people. He loves being right in the middle of whatever you’re doing, whether that’s checking out what's on the counter or chasing after his favorite toys. He’s got that perfect mix of high kitten curiosity and a super affectionate, cuddly side once he wears himself out. If you're looking for a playful, friendly little shadow to add some fun to your home, Milo is your guy! Indoor cat only! Adoption fee is $75.
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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
19. Trixie
Adult · Female · Domestic Short Hair · 33 mi from Central Pacolet


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
20. Tabs
Kitten · Male · Domestic Short Hair · 33 mi from Central Pacolet



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
Rescues and shelters near Central Pacolet
The rescues with the most cats listed within 50 miles of Central Pacolet.
- Rutherford County Humane SocietyRutherfordton, NC · 43 cats · 33 mi from Central Pacolet
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 · 33 mi from Central Pacolet
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.
- Lucky Pup Rescue SCGreenville, SC · 6 cats · 33 mi from Central Pacolet
How to adopt from Lucky Pup Rescue SC
250 FEE Vet reference Home visit Application + Contract Can do foster to adopt.
- The Village MewsCross Anchor, SC · 5 cats · 20 mi from Central Pacolet
How to adopt from The Village Mews
1. Submit Adoption Application 2. Application is Reviewed By an Adoption Counselor. 3. A Member of our Rescue will Reach out and Discuss Your Application. 4. If Approved a Meet and Greet will Be Scheduled with the cat (s) you are interested in. 5. The Adoption Will be Finalized After the Meet if it is a Good Fit for Both Parties.
Adopting a cat in Central Pacolet
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.
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 Central Pacolet
How many cats are up for adoption in Central Pacolet?
As of October 29, 2026, 85 cats and kittens are listed for adoption within 50 miles of Central Pacolet, South Carolina, by 4 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a cat in Central Pacolet?
The rescues with the most cats near Central Pacolet right now are Rutherford County Humane Society (Rutherfordton, NC), Heart of the Foothills Animal Rescue (Rutherfordton, NC) and Lucky Pup Rescue SC (Greenville, SC). Each cat above has the rescue's phone number and website.
Are there kittens for adoption in Central Pacolet?
Yes. 45 kittens are up for adoption within 50 miles of Central Pacolet.
How do I adopt a cat in Central Pacolet?
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.