Cats for Adoption in McMinn County, TN: 30 Cats Looking for a Home

Hi, my name is Sweet Pea. I’m a 5-year-old seal-point Siamese who had a pretty rough life so far. My mom died and my dad didn’t want me any more. He put me outside and I was living under the porch where I got into a tussle with something. I’m not sure what, but it bit me on the shoulder and it really hurt. It got infected, which hurt even more. At least my dad took me to the vet, but he left me there. I think that was for the best because the vet’s office was so nice. Everyone there petted me and loved on me and called SARG to rescue me! Now I’m in foster care looking for my forever home.
Things you should know about me: I love making biscuits, rubbing up against my person, and I’m quick to purr.

Meet Buzz! He has a typical orange tabby purr-sonality! He's friendly, playful, huggable and holdable. Once he gets really comfortable around HB, we're sure he'll be the fun boy in the room. He is already neutered; just needs booster shots. INDOOR ONLY! Adoption fee: $75~~If you are interested in this animal, you can complete the questionnaire found on the available pets page of our website http://hbpr.org. You can also email homeward@ellijay.com, contact us on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/HBPR30540/ or call 706-698-4663.

Meet Echo, a little shy guy is slowly but surely trusting humans. He was born in a 'cat colony' where there is little human touch. After he was trapped, he spent weeks in a foster home where he bonded with other kittens his size but wary of any humans. After a while, he realized where his food and warm blankets were coming from and decided to open his heart a little at a time. At Homeward Bound, he is exposed to numerous people every day and he is coming around. He actually loves to be held closely and climb on your shoulder for a better view of what else is going on around him. He rewards you with loud purrs and every now and then, we get a hint of "biscuit making".

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

HI! Hi hi hi! It's me, Wilfie!
Did you hear me? Everybody usually hears me!I'm a gray and tan tabby, six months old and full of things to say. Some people call it talking. I call it communicating. When I say "Hi!", I mean hi. When I say "Mrrrow!" around dinnertime, I mean it's time to eat, right now, please and thank you. I'm not hard to figure out!
My sister Winnie and I started out on a farm in rural Tennessee. At eight weeks old, we came to our first home together, and we've been indoor adventurers ever since. And adventures are my specialty.
Got a box? I'm in it. A tunnel? I'll zoom through it ten times.

Hello there, friend. I'm Winnie. Please excuse me if I peek at you from behind the couch first. That's just how I say hello.
I'm a gray and silver tabby, six months old, with stripes that shimmer a little when the sunlight finds them. My brother Wilfie and I were born on a farm in the rolling hills of rural Tennessee. When we were just eight weeks old, we rode off to our very first home together. We've been indoor kitties ever since, and I think the indoors suits me just fine.
I'm a quiet girl, but I notice everything: the flutter of a curtain, the crinkle of a new bag, the way the light moves across the floor in the afternoon.

Handsome, playful and snuggly! You can't beat that combination. He has never met a toy that he doesn't want to play with or climb. Dusty and his brothers constantly challenge each other with their dominance skills. INDOOR ONLY! Adoption fee: $75 plus a refundable $50 spay/neuter fee. Kittens can usually can be neutered at 4 months.~~If you are interested in this animal, you can complete the questionnaire found on the available pets page of our website http://hbpr.org. You can also email homeward@ellijay.com, contact us on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/HBPR30540/ or call 706-698-4663.

Meet Amelia Bedelia!
At just 10 weeks old (as of 10/8), Amelia Bedelia is already an expert at two very important things: playing hard and purring even harder! This adorable gray and black tabby is a little bundle of kitten energy who is always ready for her next adventure.
Amelia Bedelia loves to play, explore, and make the most of every moment. And when playtime is over, she’s happy to settle in and turn on her purr motor. She’s an absolute purr machine!
With her sweet personality, playful spirit, and irresistible tabby good looks, Amelia Bedelia is sure to bring plenty of fun, love, and laughter to her forever home. ❤️
If you’re looking for a playful little companion with a whole lot of purr-sonality, Amelia Bedelia may be your girl!
Adoption information at https://shelteranimalsrescue.org/adopt

Welcome to the HBPR family, Whiskey! He has adjusted to being indoors with several other cats and is doing great. Everyone loves his cuddliness and overall sweet, trusting purr-sonality. He loves being on someone's lap, chin scratches and just being close. Whiskey is a true lovebug in our estimation! INDOOR ONLY! Adoption fee: $75~~If you are interested in this animal, you can complete the questionnaire found on the available pets page of our website http://hbpr.org. You can also email homeward@ellijay.com, contact us on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/HBPR30540/ or call 706-698-4663.

Have you ever felt like you were being judged by a cat? Graydon has that look but is really a fun boy. He and his brothers love to challenge each other's strength and stamina. That's what kittens do. All are equally snuggly! INDOOR ONLY! Adoption Fee: $75 plus a refundable $50 spay/neuter deposit. Kittens can usually be neutered around 4 months old.~~If you are interested in this animal, you can complete the questionnaire found on the available pets page of our website http://hbpr.org. You can also email homeward@ellijay.com, contact us on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/HBPR30540/ or call 706-698-4663.

Every household needs their own house panther! This little one is an excellent hunter. Once he is determined to find a certain toy, he is on a mission. One thing that hasn't changed with this litter of kittens, is that they all love being held, carried around and snuggled. Each got their first kitten vax and once they have their booster on 10/21/26, they will be ready to go home! INDOOR ONLY! Adoption fee: $75 plus a refundable $50 spay/neuter deposit. Kittens can usually be neutered around 4 months old.~~If you are interested in this animal, you can complete the questionnaire found on the available pets page of our website http://hbpr.org. You can also email homeward@ellijay.com, contact us on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/HBPR30540/ or call 706-698-4663.

K is a beautiful marbled tabby whose one-of-a-kind markings are as special as he is. Rescued from a dangerous situation, this sweet boy is now ready for the safe, loving home he deserves. K adores being held and will happily curl up in your lap for cozy companionship. He also gets along well with children and other cats, making him a wonderful addition to a caring family.
He was born in March 2026. He has been neutered & is up to date on his vaccinations. This animal is being fostered in TN but transport to a location near you is included in your adoption fee. We use Rescue Riders Pet Transport, (www.rescueridersllc.net), the most animal-friendly transport on the road.

Meet Maria! Maria is a sweet tabby mama who has officially finished raising her kittens and is ready for something she’s been waiting for… her turn to be loved! She spent her time being the best mama she could be, caring for her babies and making sure they were ready for their next chapter. Now it’s Maria’s turn to have a family of her own. ❤️She’s patiently waiting for someone to see what a wonderful girl she is and give her all the love, attention, and spoiling she deserves.Could you be the person Maria has been waiting for?For more information on Maria, contact Ellery via text at ‪(629) 777-6850‬ and apply at maarcadopt.org/adoption-application

Jolene
Jolene is a gorgeous calico girl with plenty of personality—and she has two very important loves in life: treats and toys! If you're looking for a way to win Jolene's heart, we have a pretty good idea where to start. She absolutely loves treats and will happily accept them as payment for just about anything!
Jolene is also a total purr machine. Since coming into her foster home, she's really blossomed into her personality and is no longer the shy girl she once was. These days, she loves attention, has become a wonderful lap cat, and is perfectly content curling up with her foster mom. At night, one of her favorite places to be is right beside her foster mom, sleeping the night away.

Meet Mum, a beautiful brown ticked tabby with dainty white toes on her front paws, snowy white boots on her back legs, and sweet white markings on her chin and belly. A distinctive “M” on her forehead adds to her charm. This gentle, loving girl adores being held and curling up in a cozy lap. She gets along wonderfully with children and other cats and is ready to fill her forever home with warmth, companionship, and plenty of cuddles.
She was born in August 2025. She has been spayed & is up to date on her vaccinations. This animal is being fostered in TN but transport to a location near you is included in your adoption fee. We use Rescue Riders Pet Transport, (www.rescueridersllc.net), the most animal-friendly transport on the road.

Meet Gnocchi! Gnocchi is a 7 month old long-haired gray tabby M (DOB about 4/1/26). This little guy is full of energy and confidence. When he was introduced to his foster home, he immediately went into the investigative mode, checking out the other cats, greeting them to show he was not intimidated. He wants to be by his humans all the time. Prepare to be entertained by a big personality! He LOVES everyone as soon as he meets them. He is VERY playful and active. He loves to play with toys or other cats and is never bored. He likes to be held and to snuggle. He gets along well with cats, and we think he'd be great with dogs and kids.

Meet Evander !!

This adorable 8-week-old kitten is looking for a loving forever home! ❤️

He is super sweet, cuddly, playful, and ready to steal your heart! At just 7 weeks old, this little baby has so much love to give and would make a wonderful addition to a loving family.

Looking for a forever home
Only 8 weeks old
Super sweet & loving
Playful and adorable

If you’re looking for a tiny bundle of love, this precious kitten may be the one! Please share to help find the perfect forever family!

Scarlet is a very sweet little long haired brown tabby. She loves to be held or sit on your lap and get pets. She gets along with kids but does not like other cats. She would be best as the only pet in the home. She was born in January 2025. She has been spayed & is up to date on her vaccinations. This animal is being fostered in TN but transport to a location near you is included in your adoption fee. We use Rescue Riders Pet Transport, (www.rescueridersllc.net), the most animal-friendly transport on the road.

Get ready for some Wild West fun with Annie Oakley! At about 13 weeks old (as of 10/9), this fluffy gray and white beauty is a little bundle of energy with a big love for playtime. She’s always ready for an adventure, whether she’s chasing her favorite toys or showing off her impressive ball-handling skills. This little cowgirl is quite the athlete and can really keep a small ball rolling!
Annie especially loves playing with her foster mate, Amelia Bedelia. The two make a wonderful playtime team, keeping each other entertained with all their kitten antics.
With her fluffy good looks, playful spirit, and endless enthusiasm for fun, Annie Oakley is ready to ride off into the sunset with a family of her own. Could you be the lucky one to give this adorable little cowgirl her forever home? ❤️
Adoption information at https://shelteranimalsrescue.org/adopt

Miss Bob Tail is a gray bob tail tabby. She is very sweet. She gets along with other cats and small dogs. She was born in August 2025. She has been spayed & is up to date on her vaccinations. This animal is being fostered in TN but transport to a location near you is included in your adoption fee. We use Rescue Riders Pet Transport, (www.rescueridersllc.net), the most animal-friendly transport on the road.

Frost is a gentle, loving cat who will happily curl up in your lap the moment you sit down. Rescued from a flea-infested home, he is now flea-free and ready for the safe, caring family he deserves. Wonderful with children and other cats, Frost is eager to share his affection and become a cherished part of your home.

He was born in July 2025. He has been neutered & is up to date on his vaccinations. This animal is being fostered in TN but transport to a location near you is included in your adoption fee. We use Rescue Riders Pet Transport, (www.rescueridersllc.net), the most animal-friendly transport on the road.

Cowboy is a sweet, affectionate lap cat who can’t wait to find his forever family. He loves being held, curling up in your lap for pets, and resting his head on your chest while gazing up at you with loving eyes. Cowboy gets along wonderfully with children and other cats, and with a slow, thoughtful introduction, he may also do well with dogs. If you’re looking for a gentle companion with plenty of love to give, Cowboy may be the perfect addition to your family.
He was born in July 2025. He has been neutered & is up to date on his vaccinations. This animal is being fostered in TN but transport to a location near you is included in your adoption fee. We use Rescue Riders Pet Transport, (www.rescueridersllc.net), the most animal-friendly transport on the road.

Meet Tips, a beautiful Siamese/Snowshoe mix whose name comes from the sweet pink tips on his ears. This affectionate little guy loves curling up in your lap for endless pets, but he also has plenty of playful kitten energy. Tips would be a wonderful companion for a family with children, and he gets along well with other cats. If you’re looking for a loving, lively friend to fill your home with cuddles and fun, Tips may be the perfect match.
He was born in April 2026. He has been neutered & is up to date on his vaccinations. This animal is being fostered in TN but transport to a location near you is included in your adoption fee. We use Rescue Riders Pet Transport, (www.rescueridersllc.net), the most animal-friendly transport on the road.

Hi, I'm Ernest (aka Ernie)!I'm a handsome, sleek, three-month-old Bombay baby, and I've got a confession to make: I used to be the shy one. But not anymore.There was a time when the world felt pretty big to me. New sounds, new faces, new places — it was a lot, and I used to get scared more easily than I wish I had. But I worked at it, little by little, every single day, until one day I realized something: I wasn't scared anymore. I was just having fun.Now? I'm a playful, happy little troublemaker, and I regret nothing. I chase things. I pounce on things. I get into all kinds of harmless mischief, and I love every second of it.

Hi I'm Cecil!
I've got a brother named Ernest, and we're about three months old. He's my other half, honestly — where I go, he goes, and that's just how it's always been.
We're black Bombay kittens, sleek and shiny like little panthers, and if you ask me, I think we're pretty darn handsome. But looks aren't even the best part about us — the best part is that we're kittens through and through. We want adventure. We want mischief. Basically, we're ready to cause a little chaos and a lot of joy.
I'm an outgoing little boy, and I'll march right up to you, headbutt your hand until you pet me, and turn into a full-blown cuddle bug the second you sit down. I don't really believe in strangers — just friends I haven't head-bonked yet.
And Ernest? He's just as cute as I am. He used to be a little more cautious, but that boy is coming out of his shell and is getting it all figured out with me.
Here's the thing you really need to know about us, though: we can't be split up. If I wander somewhere Ernest can't see me, he lets me know about it — loudly. And the second he does, I come running — every single time. We're a team, through and through, and we're a lot more fun that way too.
Our mama was a sweet semi-feral calico named Cordelia. She started hanging around a family's home, and they took care of her the best they could — until one day she showed up expecting kittens. That's how Ernest and I came into the world, and into rescue. But here's the happy part: Cordelia gets her own happy ending too. She chose that home, and now she gets to stay there for good.
As for me and Ernest? We're still looking for our forever people. Two bold, confident troublemakers, ready to fill your home with purrs, chaos, and cuddles — completely ready to steal your heart (and probably your favorite pen too).
If you've got room for double the trouble and double the love, I'm ready when you are.
Love,Cecil & Ernest

URGENT!!!
Hi, I'm Mr. Kitty.
My story didn't start out easy. I was found as a tiny kitten, all alone, with no one to look after me. I wasn't healthy, and for a while it looked like I might even lose an eye. It was a scary way to begin.
But then some wonderful people gave me a chance. With their care and the help of a great vet, I made it through. I'm in perfect health now — both eyes, a strong body, and a heart that never stopped hoping for something good.The family who saved me loved me well, and my dad has taken such good care of me. But now he's the one who needs care. He has a heart transplant coming up soon, and he's scared and worried — not just for himself, but for me too.

Meet Gwendolyn, a beautiful 1-year-old tabby with a heart full of love and a whole lot to say! If you're looking for a cat who will happily chat with you throughout the day, Gwendolyn is your girl. Whether she's greeting you when you get home, reminding you it's mealtime, or simply sharing her thoughts, she's always ready for a conversation.Beyond her talkative personality, Gwendolyn is incredibly sweet and affectionate. She loves spending time with her people and will happily keep you company while filling your home with purrs and adorable commentary.If you've always wanted a best friend who listens, responds, and never lets the conversation get boring, Gwendolyn is ready to talk her way right into your heart!

Meet Babe, a gentle, affectionate cat with a heart full of love and a lap-loving spirit. The moment you sit down, he’ll happily curl up with you, ready to share warmth and companionship. After being rescued from a flea-infested home, Babe is now flea-free and hoping to find the loving, attentive family he deserves. He gets along beautifully with children and other cats and is ready to bring comfort, cuddles, and joy to his forever home.
He was born in July 2025. He has been neutered & is up to date on his vaccinations. This animal is being fostered in TN but transport to a location near you is included in your adoption fee. We use Rescue Riders Pet Transport, (www.rescueridersllc.net), the most animal-friendly transport on the road.

Ferrari is a handsome short-haired Russian blue mix male about kitten about 6 months old (DOB about 5/1/26). He was hit by a car and turned into a local vet. So, we gave him a fancy car name, because is a fun, active, fancy kitten. He LOVES everyone as soon as he meets them. He is VERY playful and active. He loves to play with toys or other cats and is never bored. He likes to be held and to snuggle. He gets along well with cats, and I think he'd be great with dogs and kids. He's negative for feline leukemia and aids, had all three distemper and the rabies vaccines, been wormed, had advantage for fleas, and been vet checked and neutered.

Gibson is a cute short-haired gray tabby male kitten about 6 months old (DOB about 4/15/26). He demands attention and is all sass and confidence. He's a world class wrestler with his kitten buddies and adapts to new situations really fast. He's ready for his forever home so he can settle in and bring joy to his own family. He LOVES everyone as soon as he meets them. He is VERY playful and active. He loves to play with toys or other cats and is never bored. He likes to be held and to snuggle. He gets along well with cats, and I think he'd be great with dogs and kids. He's negative for feline leukemia and aids, had all three distemper and the rabies vaccines, been wormed, had advantage for fleas, and been vet checked, microchipped, and neutered.