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Kittens and cats in New Jersey

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These adorable cats are available for adoption in New Jersey. To learn more about each adoptable cat, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
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Miss Marple

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Newark, NJ
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Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained,
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Miss Marple is a beautiful female classic (swirl) gray tabby kitten, born on April 1, 2025. Very friendly and loves to play but quick to come sit on your lap for a visit. The adoption fee is $150. 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.May 20, 2025, 11:11 am
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Scrat

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Newark, NJ
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Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained,
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Scrat is a female gray tabby kitten, born on April 1, 2025. She is sweet and friendly, but quick to play and chase her brothers and sisters. Loves attention and head scratches. The adoption fee is $150. 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.May 20, 2025, 11:11 am
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Pickle

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Newark, NJ
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Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained,
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Pickle is a male black kitten, born on April 1, 2025.  Although the smallest in the litter, he has a lot of personality and loves to be held. Friendly and definitely a lap cat. The adoption fee is $150. 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.May 20, 2025, 11:11 am
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Monica

Calico

Male, 2 mos
Manahawkin, NJ
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♥MONICA CAN BE SEEN AT PETSMART IN MANAHAWKIN!♥ Look at this sweet baby face!! Monica is an eight week old gorgeous dilute torti. She is patiently waiting for her furever home at Petsmart in Manahawkin, as her sisters, Phoebe and Rachel, went home together. Stop in and meet this little girl, you won't be disappointed. Monica is spayed, microchipped, up to date on all age appropriate vaccines, and is FIV and FeLV negative. You can fill out an application at Petsmart or online at FOSOCAS.org.
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Frank

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Newark, NJ
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Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained,
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Frank is a male orange tabby kitten, born on April 1, 2025. Friendly and playful, will follow you around when wanting attention. Energetic and a happy little guy. The adoption fee is $150. 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.May 20, 2025, 10:49 am
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Clementine

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 mo
Vineland, NJ
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Shelters & rescues in New Jersey

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for cats in New Jersey. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

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Rescue Connection

Garwood, NJ 07027

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Forgotten Friends Inc.

P.O. Box 64, Cranford, NJ 07016

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Homeless Animal Rescue Team

Cranford/Rartian, NJ 07016

Pet Types: cats

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P.S. I Love You! Animal Rescue - NJ Chapter

Cranford, NJ 07016

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Best Friend Dog and Animal Adoption

P.O. Box 335, Cranford, NJ 07016

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Companion Critters, Inc.

P.O. Box 5883, Clark, NJ 07066

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Noahs Ark Animal Placement and Rescue

PO Box 5734, Clark, NJ 07066

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Friends of Linden Animal Shelter

1 Range Road, Linden, NJ 07036

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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New Hope Pet Rescue

PO Box 892, Rahway, NJ 07065

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Township of Union Animal Shelter

980 Jefferson Avenue, Union, NJ 07083

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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