The Feline Connection champions cats who need homes. We are committed to finding each cat a safe and healthy permanent home. We work to find the best possible home matches for each of our stray or friendly ‘colony cats’ based on their unique needs, as well as the adopter’s needs. We have no shelter location, so our animals are fostered by families in Rutland County, Vermont, mostly near Rutland. This gives us the unique capability to observe and interact with each cat in a relaxed home environment.
Members of the adoption and foster team will be on hand to answer your questions! (Note: the kittens pictured above are a stock image and will not be at the event)
Available for Adoption
Click on the names below to see more information about each cat.
Last updated June 28, 2025. * NOTE: we always have many additional cats that either will be ready soon or are incoming. If you are interested in a cat you see on the TFC Facebook page but don’t see him/her here, don’t worry! Just go ahead and fill out the Adoption Application above.
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Looking for indoor cat-companion cats and mousers? Check out The Phantom Feline Program!
Searching for outdoor barn cats and mousers? Check out The Rescued Squad!
Search and filter The Feline Connection’s cats on Petfinder!
Adults
Clove and Wasabi – Bonded sibs – Profile on Petfinder
Horse Breeds
Kittens
If you are interested in kittens, apply today, and we will work with you individually as they usually get adopted before they get a webpage, especially early in the season.
Library Cats
Willy Wonka Cats
The Phantom Feline Program
What is a Phantom Feline? A phantom feline is a cat or kitten who, for reasons likely unknown, is very shy, fearful, or distrusting of humans. They may have had negative or limited experiences with people, but their special needs and behaviors do not prevent them from living indoors with humans. They make great working cats! More about The Phantom Feline Program
The Rescued Squad – Barn Cats
Cats in the Rescued Squad do not fit into home environments, but that does not mean they do not have a place in our community. They can be a welcome asset to your barn, stable, garage, shed, warehouse, or any other outbuilding where you may need expert, environmentally-friendly rodent control. In exchange for their service, Rescued Squad adopters provide warm, safe shelter, daily access to food and water, and veterinary care when needed. More about The Rescued Squad
We have many Rescued Squad Barn cats at this time. They just don't have a listing here yet. Please fill out an adoption application and put "Rescued Squad/Barn Cats" in the name area! (Feb 2025)
Adopting a cat from The Feline Connection
Adoption Process
Our conversation-based adoption process starts with submitting an application, followed by a conversation, checking with your vet and landlord (if needed), then having cat visits and home visits as needed to determine the perfect match. Photos of the cat’s prospective new home are always welcome.
Fees (as of May 1, 2025)
Please note that to keep up with the rise in expenses, The Feline Connection’s Adoption Fees increased on May 1st, 2025. All applications received on or before January 31st will use the previous fee structure, and the new fee structure will apply to Adoption Applications received on February 1st, 2025, and after.
- Kitten: 0 – 12 months: $180
- Kitten Pair: 0 – 12 months $300
- Adult: 1 – 9 years: $135
- Adult Pair: 1 – 9 years: $220
- Senior Cat: 9+ years: Donation Appreciated
- Special Needs: Donation Appreciated
- Barn Cat: all ages: Donation Appreciated
A $50 non-refundable deposit is required to place a “hold” on a cat after your Adoption Application has been approved.
Included with the Adoption Fee
- Veterinary Wellness Exam
- Spay or neuter
- Microchip
- Testing for FIV and FeLV
- Rabies 1 Year vaccine included – if the cat is at least 16 weeks old
- FVRCP vaccine
- Mite, flea, and tick treatments as needed
- Microchip administration and registration (if applicable)
- A new family member
Adoption Requirements
- All adopters must be 18+ years old and have a valid government ID
- The adopter must submit a signed, completed Adoption Application
- Adopters must speak with a representative of The Feline Connection
Completing these requirements does not guarantee acceptance or that the cat you are interested in adopting is still available.
Adoption Form
Interested in giving a cat a loving Forever Family? Please fill out an Adoption Application. Adoption approval and a $50 deposit fee are required to place a cat on hold. Cats can be placed on hold after your Adoption Application has been approved.
Learn more about The Feline Connection’s adoption policies and procedures on our Adopt page.