Rutherford County Humane Society: 42 Cats and Kittens for Adoption

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Lola is a small silver tabby, spayed, DOB Sept. 15, 2025. Lola was a very small cat, probably 8 months old, when she had kittens. She was a good mother and now that she has finished her motherhood duties, she has been spayed and is waiting for her forever home. She is lovely and tiny, easily passes for a kitten because of her size. She is loving and playful. Indoor cat only! The adoption fee is $25. 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.

Aiden is a neutered male gray kitten, born on May 15, 2026. He will be the first to greet you when you walk into the room. He is a lover boy!!! Aiden was a "roadside rescue" and had to struggle to become a healthy kitten, but he is now in full swing! His purr and his devotion make him a wonderful choice for a family pet. 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.

Stripe is a male tuxedo kitten, born on June 22, 2026. He is feisty, very playful, full of energy and full of spunk. He loves his twin brother Crow and they are very bonded. He loves to be held and as soon as you pick him up he starts to purr. He loves to play with his toys and is great around children, small dogs and other cats. Indoor cat only! The adoption fee for both is $112.50. 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/

Crow is a male tuxedo kitten, born on June 22, 2026. He is a sweet boy who loves to cuddle. He loves to play with children, and he is good with small dogs. But most of all he loves to play with his twin brother Stripe. They are very bonded. Indoor cat only! The adoption fee for both is $112.50. 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/

Toby is a male grey and white kitten born 7/2026. This chunky guy loves to be rowdy with his foster siblings but is quick to jump in your lap for attention. 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.

Trixie Lou is a lovely torbie kitten, born on May 10, 2026. She is a very sweet, loving cat that likes to cuddle and does not mind being held. She wants to snuggle and be close. She loves toys and playing. She likes my dog and gets along with other 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/

Vivi is a male black kitten, born May 22, 2026, Vivi is the third of the kittens rescued from a warehouse basement., this little bundle of joy has only known the warmth and safety of being raised inside with humans by his side. Vivi shows his appreciation daily. He will push open the dining room swing door just to be with people. He will run alongside the dog to come to the door to greet you when you come home. He plays with the dog and adult cats and of course his siblings, Freya Fluffer and Cinna. Vivi has a lot of personality, he is most certainly a LUCKY black cat. He cuddles right up against you to take a nap and will make biscuits and suckle on the blanket like the baby he is.

Duckie is a female torbie kitten born on May 15, 2026. This sweet girl has typical kitten energy and will keep you entertained! Up to date on vaccines and ready to come be your new best friend! She will bring a lot of fun into your life! If you happen to be looking for more than one kitten, adopting her with her sister Valerie would be double the fun. 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.

Stella is a female gray tabby kitten, born on June 9, 2026. Stella is the runt of the group, but she holds her own. She’s a very smart and quick kitten. 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.

Cleo is a spayed female torbie, born in August 2025. Cleo is very calm but at the same time a playful cat. She likes to explore and is very loving when you give her time. She has been a wonderful mother to her kittens although she was very young to be caring for a family! She is ready now to be treated like the hero she is! Indoor cat only! The adoption fee is $25. 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.

Tabitha is a female bottle-raised gray and white kitten, born on May 9, 2026. She is looking for her forever home. She is very sweet, loving, playful, and loves attention. She is litter box trained. Great with other cats and dogs. Tabitha Is up to date on vaccines. Playmates include Jacob, Gloria, Lori and Sam. 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.

Sam is a black female bottle raised kitten, born on May 10, 2026. She is looking for her forever home. She is very sweet, loving, playful, and loves attention. She is litter box trained. Great with other cats and dogs. Sam Is up to date on vaccines. Playmates include Jacob, Gloria, Tabitha, and Lori. 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.

Jacob is a black-and-white male bottle raised kitten, born on May 9, 2026. He is looking for his forever home. He is very sweet, loving playful, and loves attention. He is litter box trained. Great with other cats and dogs. Jacob Is up to date on vaccines. Playmates include Gloria, Tabitha, and Lori and Sam. 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

Gloria is a female bottle-raised black-and-white kitten, born on May 9, 2026. She is looking for her forever home. She is very sweet, loving, playful, and loves attention. She is litter box trained. Great with other cats and dogs. Gloria Is up to date on vaccines. Playmates include Jacob, Tabitha, Lori and Sam. 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/

Sadie is a female grey tabby kitten, born on June 18, 2026. She is spunky and sweet. Adventurous and loves to investigate her surroundings but when it’s time to rest will always want to find her person to cuddle with. 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.

Percy is a male black-and-white kitten, born on April 26, 2026. Percy is a sweet, high-energy boy. He loves posing for pictures and cuddling up after a good play session. Percy will do best in a house with other cats or kittens that he can play with! 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.

Simba is a male orange-and-white tabby, born on April 25, 2026. Simba is a subtle wild child. He has that playful kitten energy but has very docile energy once he gets his zoomies over with. Simba loves cuddles and crunchy treats and would do best in a house with other cats or kittens that he can play with! 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.

Shine is a beautiful calico kitten, born on April 1, 2026. Shine has a cute little orange mustache. She loves to play with other kittens, especially her sister Candle. They would make a fine-looking pair if they could be adopted together, but they will also do well as single adoptions. 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.

Candle is a spayed female calico, born on April 1, 2026. She is striking looking with an orange blaze from the tip of her nose to her forehead. She loves to play with other kittens, but she could learn to be an only cat as well. 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.

Shadow is a perfect little black female kitten, born on April 1, 2026. She loves her life in her foster home with other kittens, but she is waiting for a home of her own. She has two sisters - Candle and Shine - and she would do well being adopted with either one. Or She could be adopted on her own. She will know how to be the queen of the household! 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.

Jones is a male gray-and-white tabby, born on May 1, 2026. Jones is an ‘on the move’ guy with a very full personality, happy to run and play but happy to be held also. If Jones joins your family, you will never want for love and purrs! 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.

Alie is a female silver-and-white tabby with beautiful eyes and a strong personality, born on April 10, 2026. She loves to play and loves to watch the world around her, as though she is still trying to figure out how to best oversee everything and everyone in the room! Alie is ready now for her forever home. She will take over when she gets there! 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.

Mingle is a spayed female tortoiseshell cat, born on June 27, 2025. She has just finished the job of nursing her kittens. She has been a very good mommy but she’s a companionable girl who is ready to move on now to be a beautiful cat in someone’s home where she can show you how much love she has in her heart. Indoor cat only! The adoption fee is $25. 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/

Susan2 is a female gray tabby kitten, born on April 15, 2026. She has the sweetest personality and looks after her younger foster siblings. Playful but always looks for an opportunity to get a head scratch. 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.

Charley is a female black kitten, born on April 1, 2026. She is all black with gray undertones. She is sweet and loving and gets along with other cats. Charley likes to climb. She will need a cat tower. Her mama is also available for adoption. 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.

Jane is a petite female gray-and-white tabby born 3/1/26. She is very curious and quietly explores and observes her surroundings. But when it is playtime...look out! Chasing balls and stuffed mice is her favorite. She would thrive in a home with another friendly cat. If you are looking for a gentle, yet playful sweetheart who just wants to love and be loved, Jane will be a perfect match. 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.

Susan is a playful, gentle and wonderfully curious silver tabby, born on March 1, 2026. She explores the kitten trees, chases feather toys and loves watching birds out the window. Sometimes she dramatically flops on her back for a belly rub and then zooms off again to explore. She is a great snuggler too. Susan is ready for a family who will return all her love 100%. 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.