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Rescue domestic shorthair cats for adoption and rehoming in and around Arun

There are 4 domestic shorthair cats looking for a new home in and around Arun right now, listed by Wadars, Croydon Animal Samaritans and Holbrook Animal Rescue. Domestic shorthairs are everyday non-pedigree short-coated cats (moggies), as the rescue lists them.

All 4 are with rescues within about 25 miles of Arun, in places such as Worthing and Horsham. Each card shows the town and how far it is from the centre of Arun.

By listed age: 1 kitten, 1 adult and 2 older cats.

Each profile links to the rescue, who will talk you through their adoption process and fee.

1 Domestic shorthair kitten available in and around Arun

Twelve months old or under, listed by rescues and rehoming centres. Each one links to the rescue to apply.

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Bella, domestic shorthair for adoption in WorthingNEW

Bella

15 years • Female • Domestic Shorthair

low energy
Wadars

In foster near Worthing · 10 miles

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Luna, domestic shorthair for adoption in WorthingNEW

Luna

4 years • Female • Domestic Shorthair

Wadars

In foster near Worthing · 10 miles

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Joe, domestic shorthair for adoption in HorshamNEW

Joe

13 years • Male • Domestic Shorthair

low energy
Holbrook Animal Rescue

Horsham · 21 miles

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Domestic shorthairs near Arun right now

4 domestic shorthair cats are listed in or around Arun today, with 3 rescues. By age: 1 kitten, 1 adult cat and 2 older cats. 2 are male and 2 female. The newest was added on 5 November 2026.

  • Wadars at Worthing, about 10 miles away: 2 domestic shorthair cats
  • Croydon Animal Samaritans at Horsham, about 21 miles away: 1 domestic shorthair
  • Holbrook Animal Rescue at Horsham, about 21 miles away: 1 domestic shorthair

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About domestic shorthair cats

What domestic shorthair cats are like to live with

A domestic shorthair is an everyday non-pedigree cat with a short coat, often called a moggy. PDSA says that while they are not a recognised breed, domestic shorthairs, longhairs and medium hairs "are still the most common type of cat owned in the UK."

Domestic shorthairs listed in and around Arun today

As of 8 November 2026, 4 domestic shorthair cats are listed with rescues in and around Arun on LocalPetFinder: by their listed age, 1 kitten aged 12 months or under, 1 adult and 2 aged 10 or over.

The rescues mark 1 with other cats. Where a profile says nothing, it doesn't mean no: ask the rescue.

Sources (checked 30 September 2026)

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Breed descriptions are general. Every rescue animal is an individual, so the rescue's own assessment of the animal comes first.

Domestic shorthairs in Arun: your questions

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How many rescue domestic shorthair cats are available for adoption in Arun?

As of 8 November 2026, 4 domestic shorthair cats are listed for adoption in and around Arun on LocalPetFinder, from Wadars, Croydon Animal Samaritans and Holbrook Animal Rescue. All are with rescues within about 25 miles of Arun, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

Which rescues near Arun have domestic shorthair cats right now, and how old are they?

As of 8 November 2026, Wadars (at Worthing, about 10 miles away): 2, Croydon Animal Samaritans (at Horsham, about 21 miles away): 1 and Holbrook Animal Rescue (at Horsham, about 21 miles away): 1. By age, that is 1 kitten, 1 adult cat and 2 older cats. The newest was added on 5 November 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.

Where can I adopt a domestic shorthair in Arun?

With the rescue that has the cat. Today the domestic shorthair cats on this page are with Wadars (2), Croydon Animal Samaritans (1) and Holbrook Animal Rescue (1). Open a profile and apply to that rescue: each one runs its own application, home check and adoption fee. We don't rehome animals ourselves.

What is a domestic shorthair cat?

A domestic shorthair is a non-pedigree cat with a short coat, often called a moggy. PDSA says domestic cats are of mixed ancestry and are not a recognised breed, but domestic shorthairs, longhairs and medium hairs are still the most common type of cat owned in the UK.

When is kitten season in the UK?

Roughly March to September. Cats Protection says most kittens in the UK are born between March and September, and that the number of pregnant cats and unwanted kittens arriving in its care rises from March to May, peaks from June to September and falls in October and November.

Are domestic shorthair cats good with children?

It depends on the cat, not the breed. Most of the 4 domestic shorthair cats listed in and around Arun today don't say either way, so ask the rescue. Where a profile says nothing, ask the rescue what age of children the cat could live with.

How much does it cost to adopt a domestic shorthair in Arun?

The domestic shorthair cats listed in and around Arun today are with Wadars at Worthing, about 10 miles away (2), Croydon Animal Samaritans at Horsham, about 21 miles away (1) and Holbrook Animal Rescue at Horsham, about 21 miles away (1); each profile shows that rescue's fee. Each rescue sets its own adoption fee. Cats Protection says you can expect to pay £80 to £120 on average for an adult cat and £100 to £120 for a kitten, varying between its branches, and Blue Cross fees start from £150 for cats aged 4 months to 7 years. The fee usually covers neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations, and each rescue confirms its own fee.

Are there domestic shorthair kittens for sale in Arun?

No. We don't list animals for sale. Every domestic shorthair on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre. The 4 domestic shorthair cats listed in and around Arun today are with Wadars at Worthing, about 10 miles away (2), Croydon Animal Samaritans at Horsham, about 21 miles away (1) and Holbrook Animal Rescue at Horsham, about 21 miles away (1), and each rescue shows its own fee on the profile. For comparison, Cats Protection says £80 to £120 on average for an adult cat and £100 to £120 for a kitten. If you searched "domestic shorthair kittens for sale Arun", the domestic shorthair cats here are the rescue route: you apply to the rescue and pay its adoption fee, not a sale price. In England, Lucy's Law has meant since 6 April 2020 that kittens under six months can't be sold by a third party such as a pet shop or dealer: you buy direct from the breeder or adopt from a rehoming centre.

Can I get a free domestic shorthair to a good home in Arun, or one under £100?

Usually not. UK rescues normally ask for an adoption fee, which pays towards neutering, microchipping and vaccinations. Of the 4 domestic shorthair cats listed in and around Arun today, each shows its rescue's fee on the profile; the nearest rescue is Wadars at Worthing, about 10 miles away. At the large cat charities, fees for one cat are under £200: Cats Protection says £80 to £120 on average for an adult cat and £100 to £120 for a kitten, and Blue Cross fees start from £150 for cats aged 4 months to 7 years. An animal offered "free to a good home" is usually a private advert rather than a rescue. In England, cats must be microchipped before they are 20 weeks old, so ask to see the microchip details.

Are there domestic shorthair kittens for adoption in Arun?

Yes: 1 kitten of the 4 listed in and around Arun is 12 months or under by their listed age.

Are there older domestic shorthair cats for adoption in Arun?

Yes: 2 of the 4 listed in and around Arun are aged 10 or over by their listed age. Some rescues charge less for older cats: Blue Cross fees start from £100 for cats aged 8 or over.

Is there a domestic shorthair rescue near me in Arun?

As of 8 November 2026, the domestic shorthair cats listed in and around Arun are with Wadars at Worthing, about 10 miles away (2), Croydon Animal Samaritans at Horsham, about 21 miles away (1) and Holbrook Animal Rescue at Horsham, about 21 miles away (1). The nearest to Arun is Wadars at Worthing, about 10 miles away. You can also see domestic shorthair cats across England. To see what is closest to you, search by postcode with the pet finder on our home page. To hear when one is listed, set up an email alert on this page.

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