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Special needs rescue cats for adoption and rehoming in and around Carlisle

There are 2 special needs cats looking for a new home in and around Carlisle right now, listed by Eden Animal Rescue and Oak Tree Animals' Charity. 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 Carlisle, in places such as Wetheral and Penrith. Each card shows the town and how far it is from the centre of Carlisle.

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

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Quinnie, domestic shorthair for adoption in WetheralNEW

Quinnie

5 years • Female • Domestic Shorthair

Respiratory condition
Oak Tree Animals' Charity

Wetheral · 4 miles

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Missy, domestic longhair for adoption in Penrith

Missy

2 years • Female • Domestic Longhair

Special diet
Eden Animal Rescue

Penrith · 17 miles

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Special needs cats near Carlisle right now

2 special needs cats are listed in or around Carlisle today, with 2 rescues. All 2 are female. The newest was added on 1 November 2026.

  • Oak Tree Animals' Charity at Wetheral, about 4 miles away: 1 special needs cat
  • Eden Animal Rescue at Penrith, about 17 miles away: 1 special needs cat

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Special needs cats in Carlisle: your questions

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How many special needs cats are available for adoption in Carlisle?

As of 7 November 2026, 2 special needs cats are listed for adoption in and around Carlisle on LocalPetFinder, from Eden Animal Rescue and Oak Tree Animals' Charity. All are with rescues within about 25 miles of Carlisle, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

Which rescues near Carlisle have special needs cats right now, and how old are they?

As of 7 November 2026, Oak Tree Animals' Charity (at Wetheral, about 4 miles away): 1 and Eden Animal Rescue (at Penrith, about 17 miles away): 1. The newest was added on 1 November 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.

How much does it cost to adopt a special needs cat in Carlisle?

The special needs cats listed in and around Carlisle today are with Oak Tree Animals' Charity at Wetheral, about 4 miles away (1) and Eden Animal Rescue at Penrith, about 17 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.

Is there a special needs cat rescue near me in Carlisle?

As of 7 November 2026, the special needs cats listed in and around Carlisle are with Oak Tree Animals' Charity at Wetheral, about 4 miles away (1) and Eden Animal Rescue at Penrith, about 17 miles away (1). The nearest to Carlisle is Oak Tree Animals' Charity at Wetheral, about 4 miles away. You can also see special needs 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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