Summerville, SC

Adult Cats for Adoption in Summerville, SC: 30 Grown-Up Cats Looking for a Home

Adult Cats up for adoption near Summerville, SC

Rescues and shelters within 100 miles of Summerville have 133 adult cats up for adoption. Here are the 30 newest, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.

Adult cats usually wait longer for homes than kittens, but their personalities are already settled, so you know just what you're getting: a lap cat, a chatterbox or an independent explorer.

1. Nickel

Young · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Tuxedo / Mixed (short coat) · 83 mi from Summerville

A sweet boy from humble beginnings. He knew to find help at the right place - a local hospital! He is sweet and purry with a particular fondness for Churu. He will need some time and patience for acclimating to his new home as his experiences have been somewhat limited while getting him healthy for his next step in life.
Apply to Adopt: https://form.jotform.com/241715082920149
Email animalrescuecarolina@yahoo.com

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Nickel fromAnimal Rescue Carolina, Inc.Columbia, SC · listed Oct 29

2. Feisty Potato

Young · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Tabby / Mixed (short coat) · 83 mi from Summerville

I’m a little tot with a lot of energy and a big personality waiting for a new kitty friend to play with and a great family to love me furever. I love to sit on your shoulder to see what you’re doing. Everyone needs a cat supervising them.
Meet him at our Petsmart Adoption events on Sarurdays from 12-4 at Harbison Blvd Petsmart
Apply to Adopt: https://form.jotform.com/241715082920149
Email animalrescuecarolina@yahoo.com

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Feisty Potato fromAnimal Rescue Carolina, Inc.Columbia, SC · listed Oct 23

3. Creature

Young (3 months 9 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 62 mi from Summerville

Meet Creature, a 3-month-old black kitten with model-level confidence and a heart full of love. Whether he's striking his best pose for the camera, soaking up pets, or curling up for cuddles, this sweet boy knows exactly how to steal the spotlight.

Adopt Creature fromHilton Head Humane AssociationHilton Head, SC · listed Oct 20

4. Pumpkin

Young · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 62 mi from Summerville

Meet Pumpkin! This adorable orange-and-white sweetheart is as cute as her name and full of kitten charm. Pumpkin loves attention, cuddles, and is ready to brighten someone's home with lots of love!

Adopt Pumpkin fromHilton Head Humane AssociationHilton Head, SC · listed Oct 19

5. Sally O'Malley

Adult (1 year 1 month) · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 62 mi from Summerville

Sally O'Malley believes the best place to be is wherever her favorite human happens to be! This sweet tabico girl isn't shy about asking for affection and will happily climb right onto you when she's ready for cuddles.

Adopt Sally O'Malley fromHilton Head Humane AssociationHilton Head, SC · listed Oct 16

6. Jillian

Adult (1 year 1 month) · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 62 mi from Summerville

Jillian is a gorgeous orange tabby with a sweet personality and a wonderfully laid-back approach to life. At one year old, she's past the tiny-kitten stage but still has plenty of love to share with the lucky person who brings her home.

Adopt Jillian fromHilton Head Humane AssociationHilton Head, SC · listed Oct 16

7. Seras

Young (7 months) · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 62 mi from Summerville

Beautiful, sweet, and wonderfully easygoing, Seras is the kind of girl who makes loving a cat look effortless. With her stunning tabby coat and gentle personality, she's ready to bring a little extra love and tranquility to her forever home.

Adopt Seras fromHilton Head Humane AssociationHilton Head, SC · listed Oct 16

8. Robert Purrwin

Young (4 months 8 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 62 mi from Summerville

Crikey, mate! While this Robert Purrwin isn't wrestling crocodiles, he's busy stealing hearts with his sweet personality and adorable tabby stripes! This little adventurer is ready to explore his way right into your heart.

Adopt Robert Purrwin fromHilton Head Humane AssociationHilton Head, SC · listed Oct 16

9. Olive

Adult (1 year) · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 62 mi from Summerville

Olive is a beautiful 1-year-old girl with big, soulful eyes that are sure to steal your heart! This sweet girl has so much life ahead of her and is ready to find a loving forever home of her own.

Adopt Olive fromHilton Head Humane AssociationHilton Head, SC · listed Oct 16

10. Livia

Young · Female · Tuxedo / Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 83 mi from Summerville

Livia is a fun loving and happy girl. She follows you around and is playful yet gentle. She was born 8/5/26 so she is little and cute and ready to move into your home. She will be at our Saturday adoption events from 12-4 Petsmart Harbison Blvd.
email us at animalrescuecarolina@yahoo.com
or
Click on the link for a fillable Application:
https://form.jotform.com/241715082920149

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Livia fromAnimal Rescue Carolina, Inc.Columbia, SC · listed Oct 16

11. Hiccup

Young · Male · Tuxedo / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 83 mi from Summerville

Hiccup is an outgoing kitten with a playful and energetic spirit. His favorite times of the day are meal time and nap time - a perfect buddy just in time for Thanksgiving.
Click on the link for a fillable Application:
https://form.jotform.com/241715082920149
Email animalrescuecarolina@yahoo.com

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Hiccup fromAnimal Rescue Carolina, Inc.Columbia, SC · listed Oct 15

12. Nemew

Young (4 months 10 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 62 mi from Summerville

Nemew may only have three legs, but he has absolutely no interest in letting that slow him down! This handsome black-and-white boy is an independent little soul who enjoys affection on his terms and is happiest when he can do things his own way.

Adopt Nemew fromHilton Head Humane AssociationHilton Head, SC · listed Oct 6

13. Basil

Young (5 months 10 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 62 mi from Summerville

Basil is a 5-month-old black kitten with a talent for finding his way into the middle of whatever you're doing. Friendly, confident, and always ready for the next adventure, this outgoing boy believes every stranger is simply a friend he hasn't met yet.

Adopt Basil fromHilton Head Humane AssociationHilton Head, SC · listed Oct 1

14. Pickles

Young (5 months 10 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 62 mi from Summerville

Pickles is the kind of kitten who can make a toy mouse seem like the most exciting thing on Earth. Between his playful antics and sweet personality, this 5-month-old charmer has a knack for making people smile.

Adopt Pickles fromHilton Head Humane AssociationHilton Head, SC · listed Oct 1

15. Wasabi

Young (5 months 10 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 62 mi from Summerville

Don't let the name fool you, there's nothing spicy about this sweet boy. Wasabi is a 5-month-old kitten with a lovable personality, plenty of playful energy, and a face that's nearly impossible to say no to.

Adopt Wasabi fromHilton Head Humane AssociationHilton Head, SC · listed Oct 1

16. Pepper Jr

Young (6 months) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 62 mi from Summerville

Pepper Jr is a 5-month-old black kitten with a curious spirit and a playful streak. He's always on the lookout for his next adventure, but once playtime is over, he's more than happy to settle in for cuddles and attention.

Adopt Pepper Jr fromHilton Head Humane AssociationHilton Head, SC · listed Oct 1

17. Bonita

Young (2 months 28 days) · Female · Domestic Medium Hair / Dilute Calico / Mixed (medium coat) · 83 mi from Summerville

Complete an application at

https://form.jotform.com/241715082920149

Email animalrescuecarolina@yahoo.com with questions.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Bonita fromAnimal Rescue Carolina, Inc.Columbia, SC · listed Oct 1

18. Diva

Young · Female · Russian Blue / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 83 mi from Summerville

My name is Diva or little Diva. Right now I’m a tiny, petite girl. Despite being a kitten I’m fairly shy
but love to snuggle and purr. I need a little time to adjust to new people. I like some cats, but I tend to stay away from the super energetic ones that want to play all the time. They are a bit too much for me. I would do best with a calm dog and older children that have had experience with cats before.

Apply to Adopt:
https://form.jotform.com/241715082920149

Email animalrescuecarolina@yahoo.com

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Diva fromAnimal Rescue Carolina, Inc.Columbia, SC · listed Sep 27

19. Thorne

Young · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Tabby / Mixed (short coat) · 83 mi from Summerville

I'm a pretty chill lady for being a kitten. I play a lot but also like my naps. I love other kitties so having a friend to pal around and snuggle with would be great!

Apply to Adopt:
https://form.jotform.com/241715082920149

Email animalrescuecarolina@yahoo.com

  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Thorne fromAnimal Rescue Carolina, Inc.Columbia, SC · listed Sep 24

20. Morel

Young (5 months 6 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 62 mi from Summerville

Morel is a curious 4-month-old black Domestic Shorthair who approaches every day like a new adventure waiting to happen. Full of playful energy and kitten-sized silliness, he loves exploring, playing, and finding fun wherever he goes.

Adopt Morel fromHilton Head Humane AssociationHilton Head, SC · listed Sep 22

21. Button

Young (5 months 6 days) · Male · Domestic Medium Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 62 mi from Summerville

Button is a handsome 4-month-old black and white kitten who can be a little nervous at first and will need a patient adopter willing to give him time to settle in. With treats, toys, and gentle encouragement, Button’s confidence will grow, and we know he will make a wonderful and loving companion.

Adopt Button fromHilton Head Humane AssociationHilton Head, SC · listed Sep 22

22. Darla

Young (4 months 2 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 62 mi from Summerville

Darla is basically the definition of kitten energy—curious, playful, a little mischievous, and always ready for her next adventure! This adorable 3-month-old tuxedo girl is sure to keep you laughing with her silly antics and lovable personality.

Adopt Darla fromHilton Head Humane AssociationHilton Head, SC · listed Sep 20

23. Lil Dude

Adult · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 62 mi from Summerville

Lil Dude's Dating Profile

Age: 1 year old. Mature enough to know better, orange enough not to care.

About Me: I'm a handsome 10.6-pound orange gentleman seeking a long-term relationship with someone who appreciates the finer things in life: snacks, naps, snacks during naps, and naps after snacks.

Turn-ons: ✔ Treats
✔ Warm laundry
✔ Chin scratches
✔ Being told I'm handsome

Turn-offs: ✘ Empty food bowls
✘ Closed doors
✘ Being informed that I've "already eaten"

If you're looking for a loyal companion who will make you laugh every day and occasionally sit on your laptop when you need it most, Lil Dude might be the one for you.

Adopt Lil Dude fromHilton Head Humane AssociationHilton Head, SC · listed Sep 14

24. Emerson

Young · Male · Domestic Long Hair / Mixed (long coat) · 62 mi from Summerville

Emerson was born without upper eyelids. However, his story isn't about what's missing. It's about everything that's there: a playful spirit, gentle heart, and an endless capacity to love.

Somewhere out there is the family who will look beyond his condition and see the remarkable kitten who deserves the happiest ending. Until then, Emerson waits... purring, playing, and believing that his person is on the way.

Adopt Emerson fromHilton Head Humane AssociationHilton Head, SC · listed Sep 14

25. Raspberry

Young · Female · Abyssinian / Tabby / Mixed (short coat) · 83 mi from Summerville

My name is Raspberry. I'm a very shy girl. While I adjust and get used to you, I will sit very still in your lap. I do enjoy ear scratches, but you have to move slowly or I get scared. I was with three siblings growing up but I mostly keep to myself. I am looking for a quiet home with plenty of love and patience for me to feel comfortable. This will help me to grow and thrive into the cat I know I can be. A cat buddy that likes to nurture and be loving toward me would be a plus.
Apply to Adopt
https://form.jotform.com/241715082920149
Email animalrescuecarolina@yahoo.com

  • No young kids
  • Good with cats
  • No dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Raspberry fromAnimal Rescue Carolina, Inc.Columbia, SC · listed Sep 12

26. Agatha Kitty

Young (2 months 28 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 62 mi from Summerville

Agatha Kitty is a sweet little girl just under 3 months old who may need a little time to come out of her shell, but her gentle personality shines through once she feels comfortable. Whether she's curled up in her cozy bed for a nap or happily entertaining herself with one of her favorite toys, Agatha is sure to melt your heart.

Adopt Agatha Kitty fromHilton Head Humane AssociationHilton Head, SC · listed Sep 9

27. Jo Jo Bean

Young (3 months 4 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 62 mi from Summerville

Meet Jo Jo Bean, a 3-month-old little tiny tornado! She is bringing nonstop laughter and excitement to everyone she meets! This cute girl is ready for her next adventure: her new family!

Adopt Jo Jo Bean fromHilton Head Humane AssociationHilton Head, SC · listed Sep 3

28. Havarti

Young (6 months) · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 62 mi from Summerville

Havarti is a delightful brown tabby female who is j7 months old and always ready for her next game. She has a silly, energetic personality and enjoys anything that lets her run, jump, and play. When she is done showing off her kitten antics, Havarti is happy to soak up attention and share her affectionate side.

Adopt Havarti fromHilton Head Humane AssociationHilton Head, SC · listed Sep 3

29. Gouda

Young (5 months 9 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 62 mi from Summerville

Gouda is a sweet brown tabby girl who is just under 5 months old and full of playful energy. She loves chasing toys, exploring every corner, and turning everyday moments into fun adventures. With her goofy personality and affectionate nature, Gouda is sure to bring endless smiles to her future family.

Adopt Gouda fromHilton Head Humane AssociationHilton Head, SC · listed Sep 3

30. Got Milk

Adult (22 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) · 62 mi from Summerville

Got Milk?
No, that's not a question, it's her name! Named after her adorable little milk mustache, this 5-year-old sweetheart is the definition of affection and loves pets, attention, and head kisses. If you're looking for a loving companion who's always ready for cuddles, Got Milk? is your girl.

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Got Milk? No, that's not a question, it's her name! Named after her adorable little milk mustache, this 5-year-old sweetheart is the definition of affection and loves pets, attention, and head kisses. If you're looking for a loving companion who's always ready for cuddles, Got Milk? is your girl.

Adopt Got Milk fromHilton Head Humane AssociationHilton Head, SC · listed Sep 2

Why adopt an adult cat in Summerville

An adult cat's personality is fully formed, so the rescue can tell you how they are with people, other pets and busy households. Many have lived in foster homes and are used to family life.

Grown cats are calmer and need less supervision than kittens, which suits people who work long hours or have young children.

Rescues with adult cats near Summerville

Questions about adopting adult cats in Summerville

How many adult cats are up for adoption in Summerville?

As of October 29, 2026, rescues and shelters within 100 miles of Summerville, South Carolina, have 133 adult cats up for adoption. The list is updated every day.

Where can I adopt an adult cat in Summerville?

The rescues with the most adult cats near Summerville right now are Hilton Head Humane Association (Hilton Head, SC) and Animal Rescue Carolina, Inc. (Columbia, SC). Each cat above has the rescue's phone number and website.

Should I adopt an adult cat or a kitten?

It depends on your home. An adult cat's personality is already known and they need less supervision; kittens need more time and training but grow up with your family. The rescues can help you find the right match.

Listings are updated daily. Rescues are responsible for their own listings; a cat may have been adopted since this page was updated.