Cats for Adoption in Polk County, TX: 30 Cats Looking for a Home
By Cats of the Day · Updated

137 cats and kittens are waiting for homes at 2 rescues and shelters within 50 miles of the middle of Polk County. Here are 30 of the newest arrivals, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.
Of the cats up for adoption within 50 miles of the middle of Polk County, 93 kittens, 16 young cats, 24 adults and 2 seniors. Most are domestic shorthairs and other mixed breeds, but you'll also find Siamese cats.
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1. Soho
Kitten (1 month 15 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat)


Meet Soho – Small but Mighty! ⬛
Don’t let her tiny size fool you! Soho may be the runt of the litter, but she’s full of personality, spunk, and playful energy! She absolutely loves playing with her sister Brooklyn, and these two would make the purr-fect pair to adopt together! Soho is doing great with her litter box training and has been around older cats and dogs without any issues. This little sweetheart is ready to steal your heart and find her forever home!
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
2. Hudson
Kitten (1 month 15 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair (medium coat)


Meet Hudson – Your Sweet & Playful Little Sidekick!
Hudson is an adorable orange tabby with a heart full of love and a curious little personality! This sweet boy loves exploring, discovering new things, and horsing around with his brother, Bronx. Whether he’s chasing toys, wrestling with his brother, or soaking up some affection, Hudson is sure to steal your heart!
He’s already doing great with the litter box and is ready to find his forever family.
Bonus: Hudson and his brother Bronx would make the purr-fect adoption pair! Twice the love, twice the fun, and a built-in best friend for life!
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
3. Mini
Kitten (2 months 29 days) · Female · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)


Small but mighty, Mini is a brave little girl with a big personality! At just 3 months old, this beautiful tabby-and-white kitten has been a little fighter from the start, born at half the size of her siblings.
Mini is independent, sweet, and quiet, but don’t let that fool you! She loves to play and has a strong prey drive, so chasing toys and showing off her hunting skills are right up her alley.
If you’re looking for a petite, confident little companion with a sweet side and plenty of playful spirit, Mini might be your girl!
- House-trained
4. Screech
Kitten (2 months 29 days) · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)



Get ready for a whole lot of love and a little conversation! Screech is a 3-month-old tabby boy who is full of personality and never shy about speaking his mind.
This sweet boy loves attention, cuddles, and being close to his people. Whether he’s chatting away or snuggling up for some quality cuddle time, Screech knows how to make himself the center of attention!
If you’re looking for a loving little companion with plenty of personality and lots of cuddles to share, Screech is ready to steal your heart!
- House-trained
5. Wolfy
Kitten (2 months 29 days) · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)


Wolfy is a 3-month-old tabby boy with the perfect mix of sweetness, fun, and snuggles! This relaxed little guy loves engaging with his people and has a playful personality that makes him a joy to be around.
When playtime is over, Wolfy is more than happy to settle in for some cuddles. He’s the kind of kitten who brings both fun and comfort to his forever home.
Looking for a sweet little buddy to play with, love on, and cuddle up with? Wolfy is ready to find his forever family!
- House-trained
6. Mickey
Kitten (2 months 29 days) · Male · Tabby / Domestic Medium Hair / Mixed (medium coat)


Mickey is a 3-month-old sweetheart with the softest fur and the sweetest personality! This gentle boy is cuddly, sensitive, and playful, making him the perfect mix of snuggles and kitten fun.
With his beautiful white coat, tabby ears, and matching tabby tail, Mickey is as adorable as they come!
If you’re looking for a soft, sweet little companion to cuddle and grow with, Mickey might just be your perfect match!
- House-trained
7. Loretta Lyn
Kitten (1 month 25 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat)



Is this thing on?!
Loretta has something to say, and she’s not afraid to say it! This sassy little tabby is one of four kittens who were abandoned at just two weeks old. Thankfully, she was rescued and raised in a loving foster home, where she was bottle-fed and given a second chance at life. ❤️ Loretta grew up alongside her siblings, foster puppies, and adult cats and dogs, so she’s been surrounded by furry friends from the very beginning! With her big voice, adorable face, and larger-than-life personality, this little girl is ready to steal the spotlight in her forever home. Think you can handle all this cuteness and a little kitten sass?
Loretta is ready to trade her bottle for a forever family and make herself the star of your life!
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
8. Reba
Kitten (1 month 24 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat)



Meet Reba: Little Package, BIG Possibilities!
Read more about Reba
Don’t let her tiny size fool you! Reba may be the smallest of her litter, but this little girl has a story that makes her nothing short of amazing. ❤️ She and her three siblings were abandoned at just two weeks old, but thankfully, they were rescued and raised in a loving foster home, where Reba was bottle-fed and given the care she needed to grow. She’s been raised alongside her siblings, foster puppies, and adult cats and dogs, so she’s had plenty of furry friends to keep life interesting! Now this petite little sweetheart is ready to find a forever family to call her own. She may be small, but she’s packed with cuteness, charm, and a whole lot of love to give!
Could Reba be your new favorite little sidekick?
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
9. Dolly Purrton
Senior (9 years 1 month) · Female · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)



At approximately 9 years young, this sweet girl has left the kitten craziness behind and embraced the art of living well: peace, comfort, and plenty of lap time! She’s a calm, gentle companion with a personality all her own and isn’t afraid to share her opinions with an occasional hiss or growl. But don’t let her outspoken side fool you—she has never chosen violence with her foster and is a gentle soul at heart. She would thrive as the only cat in the home, where she can enjoy being the queen of her castle. She could also be comfortable living with a respectful, cat-friendly dog who understands her boundaries.
Read more about Dolly Purrton
What does she want most in life? A peaceful home, a cozy spot, and a loving human whose lap she can call her own. She is FIV/FeLV/heartworm negative and current on vaccines. If you’re looking for a devoted, low-key companion who is happiest simply being close to you, this lovely lady may be your perfect match! ❤️
- House-trained
10. Dhl
Young (8 months) · Female · Domestic Medium Hair




DHL is a beautiful petite cat. She has already had a litter of 5 kittens, but has now been spayed to end that cycle of adding more kittens to the world. She is a bit timid and shy, but very trusting of her humans with a short adjustment time. Currently, she enjoys pets and scratches and with time, will end up a playful, loving lap cat. She has the softest, silky medium length fur with a cute short bobbed tail.
- House-trained
11. Phantom
Kitten (2 months 20 days) · Male · Tabby / Domestic Medium Hair / Mixed (medium coat)



Meet Phantom! He is all boy in every way—playful, wild, curious, and always looking for his next adventure! But when he finally slows down, Phantom is more than happy to make a little time for love and cuddles. ❤️
- House-trained
12. Mystic
Kitten (2 months 20 days) · Male · Tabby / Domestic Long Hair / Mixed (long coat)



Meet Mystic! Mystic is a total lovebug who can’t get enough attention and affection. He’s happiest soaking up all the pets, cuddles, and love you’re willing to give. If you want a sweet little shadow who adores you, Mystic is your guy! ❤️
- House-trained
13. Echo
Kitten (2 months 20 days) · Female · Dilute Calico / Domestic Medium Hair / Mixed (medium coat)



Meet Echo! She’s a follow-the-leader kind of girl who’s always ready to see what everyone else is getting into—and then take it one step further. Adventurous, curious, and maybe just a little deviant, Echo is guaranteed to keep you laughing and on your toes. ❤️
- House-trained
14. Sprite
Kitten (2 months 20 days) · Female · Dilute Calico / Domestic Medium Hair / Mixed (medium coat)




Meet Sprite! ♀️ This little sweetheart has never met a stranger. She’s trusting, gentle, and an absolute lovebug who is always ready for affection. If you’re looking for a best friend and cuddle buddy, Sprite is your girl! ❤️
- House-trained
15. Ups
Young (8 months) · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat)




UPS is young male with an even keeled personality. Currently, he is somewhat timid and shy and may take some time to get to know his human. He will eventually warm up and enjoy a good cheek scratch and reward you with the loudest purrs. I can see in his future of becoming the best lap cat.
- House-trained
16. Misty
Adult (1 year 1 month) · Female · Tabby / Calico / Mixed (short coat)






Misty is a very sweet and laidback kitty. She was found in the August heat living in an industrial warehouse with her five kittens. She has done incredibly well adjusting to a domestic life and would make an amazing couch companion. She had her playful moments, but is also very independent and enjoys simply sitting on a cushion beside her people.
- House-trained
17. Gretel
Kitten (4 months 29 days) · Female · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)





Gretel is an adorable 5-month-old tabby girl who is all about her person! She’s a total Velcro kitty, especially with her foster dad. She loves rubbing her face against his goatee, giving him kisses, and sharing the sweetest little love nibbles.
She gets along great with other cats and enjoys playing with her kitty friends, but no matter how much fun she’s having, she always comes back to her favorite human for more love and cuddles.
If you’re looking for a super snuggly girl who wants to be close to you and shower you with affection, Gretel is your girl! ❤️
- Good with cats
- House-trained
18. Hansel
Kitten (4 months 29 days) · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)



Hansel is a lovable 5-month-old tabby boy who melts the second your hands touch him! He’s all about the affection, giving sweet headbutts and rolling right over for belly rubs.
He also plays well with his kitty friends, so he’s got the perfect mix of playful kitten energy and snuggly sweetheart.
If you’re looking for a little guy who will happily soak up all the love you have to give, Hansel is ready to steal your heart!
- Good with cats
- House-trained
19. Gremmy
Kitten (2 months 9 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair


Sweetest baby girl, loves to play and will follow you around she’s very vocal about food and wanting attention, she would be great paired with her brother Grayson, they like to play together the most. She’s very affectionate and enjoys being held and pet.
- Good with kids
- House-trained
20. Grouchy
Kitten (2 months 9 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair


A sweet baby girl, she is a bit timid with people, and bonded with her sister grouchy, they both enjoy playing with toys and cuddling together.
- Good with kids
21. Grenadine
Kitten (2 months 9 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair


A very sweet girl, loves to play with toys and very vocal about her meals. She can be a little timid at times when she’s unsure about loud noises or new people.
- Good with kids
- House-trained
22. Grayson
Kitten (2 months 9 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair


The sweetest most outgoing baby boy, he loves to play and jump, and if you hold him he purrs like crazy. He would be great paired with sister Gremmy they are super bonded and love to plant together
- Good with kids
- House-trained
23. Graycie
Adult (2 years 1 month) · Female · Domestic Short Hair



She is a very sweet affectionate girl, she likes to vocalize when she’s ready for a meal.
She came to me very timid so a very slow introduction to her new home environment is best .
- Good with kids
- House-trained
24. Mocha
Kitten (2 months 30 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Tortoiseshell (medium coat)


Say hello to Mocha, a social, confident, beautiful tortie who is convinced she is actually a tiny human! Mocha is the fearless leader of the crew. She is a total bundle of fun energy and a curious explorer who is wonderful at entertaining herself. She absolutely loves chasing her kitten toys, batting balls around, and initiating fun play sessions with her siblings. When she isn't busy being the boss or grooming her siblings to keep them clean, she loves to cuddle on her own terms (she has formed a very special bond with her foster human sister!). Mocha was found alone but has thoroughly embraced Pumpkin and Midnight, and they have grown into a wonderful little family during their time in foster care. She would love to bring her big, fun personality to a home alongside one or both of her foster siblings!
- Good with cats
- House-trained
25. Cinnamon
Kitten (3 months 4 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair


Cinnamon is a sweet and gentle girl with a curious, adventurous personality. Don’t let her sweetness fool you—she loves wrestling and playing with her brothers and can definitely hold her own! She’s very agile, loves exploring, and is always interested in what’s happening around her. Cinnamon would preferably be adopted with a littermate so she can continue having a buddy to play and grow up with
26. Cupcake
Kitten (2 months 20 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair




Meet Cupcake!
Cupcake is a playful, sweet little boy who absolutely loves spending time with his littermates. He’s always ready for a good play session—and he might love mealtime even more than the others!
When he’s done playing, Cupcake loves to cuddle and especially enjoys climbing up on your shoulder to snuggle.
He is very well bonded with his littermates, so we highly recommend adopting Cupcake with one of his siblings. They’ll keep each other company, have a built-in playmate, and watching them play together is incredibly entertaining!
Read more about Cupcake
Cupcake would be a wonderful addition to a home looking for a playful, affectionate little companion—or even better, two!
- Good with kids
- House-trained
27. Muffin
Kitten (2 months 22 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair






Muffin is a playful and energetic little boy with a curious personality and the sweetest, smart-looking eyes. He loves exploring, playing, and being right in the middle of the action. When mealtime comes around, though, Muffin means business he does
not
like sharing his food with anyone! He’s full of personality and would preferably be adopted with a littermate so he has a buddy to play, explore, and grow up with
28. Oreo
Kitten (3 months 4 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair




Oreo is a very active and playful little girl who loves to run, climb, and play with her littermates. She’s quick and agile, but once she’s ready to relax, she loves cuddling on or around your feet. Oreo has a beautiful black coat with very faint tabby stripes visible on her head. She is well bonded with her littermates and would preferably be adopted with one of them so she always has a playmate to match her energy. Watching them play together is endless entertainment!
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- No dogs
- House-trained
29. Tira
Adult (2 years 1 month) · Female · Domestic Short Hair


Meet Tira (Tiramisu)!
Tira is a calm, quiet and elegant kitty with a sweet, gentle personality. She enjoys relaxing on the bed and peacefully watching the world go by through the window. While she’s mostly laid-back, she has a curious side and likes to keep an eye on what’s happening around her. She would be a wonderful companion for someone looking for a calm and graceful kitty to share their home with.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
30. Midnight
Kitten (2 months 24 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Tortoiseshell (short coat)


Looking for a professional purr-machine? Midnight is your girl! This stunning tortie has a purr so loud you can hear it from across the room, and she turns it on the second you look at her. Midnight is a total love bug who craves human affection—she will literally reach out and softly touch your face to ask for pets, and she loves nothing more than curling up right next to you in bed. She has a big, curious spirit and loves to play with her siblings and explore new nooks, but at the end of the day, she's a sensitive girl who feels safest right by your side. Midnight was bottle-fed with her brother Pumpkin, and she would love to find a forever home with him, her foster-sister Mocha, or both!
- Good with cats
- House-trained
Rescues and shelters near Polk County
The rescues with the most cats listed within 50 miles of the middle of Polk County.
- Third Coast Pets AliveWillis, TX · 102 cats
How to adopt from Third Coast Pets Alive
We interview instead of an application (we have been doing this with another organization for some time) and then have a adoption contract to sign. Fee is $95 for cats... $175 for dogs. Requirement is a good home and that if they can't keep the animal, they return it to us. See attached contract.
- Operation Pets AliveThe Woodlands, TX · 35 cats
How to adopt from Operation Pets Alive
(1) OPA's adoption application and adoption contract must be completed. (2) OPA will review the application and contact you. (3) We will arrange for you to meet the pet. (4) Once approved, we reserve the right to conduct a home visit. (5) The adoption fees are as follows: Dogs: $160 each - includes being current on vaccinations, spayed/neutered, dewormed and heartworm tested (adults). Pet Cats: $80 each - includes being current on vaccinations, spayed/neutered, dewormed, FIV/FeLk tested. Pet Cats (micro-chipped): $100 each - includes being current on vaccinations, spayed/neutered, dewormed, FIV/FeLk tested,micro-chipped. Texas Barn Cats: $50 each - includes spayed/neutered, ear tipping, and 1 year rabies.
Cities and towns in Polk County
Adopting a cat in Polk County
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 Polk County
How many cats are up for adoption in Polk County?
As of October 29, 2026, 137 cats and kittens are listed for adoption within 50 miles of the middle of Polk County, Texas, by 2 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a cat in Polk County?
The rescues with the most cats near Polk County right now are Third Coast Pets Alive (Willis, TX) and Operation Pets Alive (The Woodlands, TX). Each cat above has the rescue's phone number and website.
Are there kittens for adoption in Polk County?
Yes. 93 kittens are up for adoption within 50 miles of the middle of Polk County.
How do I adopt a cat in Polk County?
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.