Special needs rescue cats for adoption and rehoming in and around Belfast
There are 2 special needs cats looking for a new home in and around Belfast right now, listed by Assisi Animal Sanctuary and The Barn Animal Rescue. These are cats whose rescue has noted a health condition or care need; each profile explains it.
All 2 are with rescues within about 25 miles of Belfast, in places such as Newtownards and Conlig. Each card shows the town and how far it is from the centre of Belfast.
Each profile links to the rescue, who will talk you through their adoption process and fee.
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Special needs cats near Belfast right now
2 special needs cats are listed in or around Belfast today, with 2 rescues. All 2 are male. The newest was added on 6 November 2026.
- The Barn Animal Rescue at Newtownards, about 9 miles away: 1 special needs cat
- Assisi Animal Sanctuary at Conlig, about 10 miles away: 1 special needs cat
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Special needs cats in Belfast: your questions
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How many special needs cats are available for adoption in Belfast?
As of 7 November 2026, 2 special needs cats are listed for adoption in and around Belfast on LocalPetFinder, from Assisi Animal Sanctuary and The Barn Animal Rescue. All are with rescues within about 25 miles of Belfast, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.
Which rescues near Belfast have special needs cats right now, and how old are they?
As of 7 November 2026, The Barn Animal Rescue (at Newtownards, about 9 miles away): 1 and Assisi Animal Sanctuary (at Conlig, about 10 miles away): 1. The newest was added on 6 November 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.
How much does it cost to adopt a special needs cat in Belfast?
The special needs cats listed in and around Belfast today are with The Barn Animal Rescue at Newtownards, about 9 miles away (1) and Assisi Animal Sanctuary at Conlig, about 10 miles away (1); each profile shows that rescue's fee. Each rescue sets its own adoption fee, and 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. The fee usually covers neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations, and each rescue confirms its own fee.
Is there a special needs cat rescue near me in Belfast?
As of 7 November 2026, the special needs cats listed in and around Belfast are with The Barn Animal Rescue at Newtownards, about 9 miles away (1) and Assisi Animal Sanctuary at Conlig, about 10 miles away (1). The nearest to Belfast is The Barn Animal Rescue at Newtownards, about 9 miles away. You can also see special needs cats across Northern Ireland. 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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