If you’ve been thinking about welcoming a new feline friend into your life, local animal shelters are experiencing exceptionally high demand for foster and rehoming spaces across Leeds.
With several regional centres - including the RSPCA at East Ardsley - recently clearing their adoption lists, Yorkshire Cat Rescue currently has 15 wonderful cats and kittens in their care who are ready to find their second chance at a forever home.
The West Yorkshire-based charity rescues, rehabilitates, and rehomes hundreds of stray, abandoned, and surrendered cats each year, matching each animal to the right household environment.
Check out our gallery of 21 rescue cats looking for their forever home - room for one more this summer, Leeds?
1. Alfie & Lily (Domestic Long Hair - 12 years)
This super sweet pair arrived at the rescue after their previous owner had to move into unsuitable accommodation. Though naturally timid and unsure at first, they just need a patient home that will give them time to settle and flourish. They can live with children aged 12 and over, require outdoor access once settled, and must be rehomed together - just no other female cats, please. | Yorkshire Cat Rescue
2. Bob (British Shorthair - 9 years)
Handsome Bob arrived at the rescue due to stress cystitis caused by living with other pets, and Yorkshire Cat Rescue will continue to cover the medical costs for this ongoing condition. He requires a child-free, pet-free home with an experienced owner who understands stress cystitis, along with indoor and outdoor access once settled. | Yorkshire Cat Rescue
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3. Brad & Angelina (Domestic Short Hair — 2 years)
This gorgeous, sweet pair were handed in at the vets together and are now looking for a home as a duo. Playful, loving, and fond of human cuddles, they can live with children and will need both indoor and outdoor access. They must be rehomed together and cannot be placed in a home with other female cats. | Yorkshire Cat Rescue
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4. Diego (Domestic Short Hair - 12 weeks)
Friendly and handsome, 12-week-old Diego came to the rescue via a local vet and is ready for a play-filled home. This playful kitten gets along well with other cats, dogs, and children, and will need indoor and outdoor access once he grows a little older. | Yorkshire Cat Rescue
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5. Doris (Domestic Short Hair - 2 years)
Having finished her mummy duties after giving birth to two litters, beautiful Doris is finally ready for a home of her own. Though a little shy at first, she quickly blossoms into a super sweet girl who loves chin scratches and affection. | Yorkshire Cat Rescue
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6. Dougal (Domestic Short Hair - 2 years)
Devilishly handsome Dougal came to the rescue via a vet after suffering an injured leg. He needs a quiet, child-free, and pet-free home with an experienced owner who understands feline body language and respects his boundaries. While he loves a good head bop and treats, he prefers affection strictly on his own terms. | Yorkshire Cat Rescue