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

There are 60 domestic shorthair cats looking for a new home in and around Denbighshire right now, listed by Feline Fur Babies North Wales, North Clwyd Animal Rescue, Freshfields Animal Rescue and Carla Lane Animals in Need. Domestic shorthairs are everyday non-pedigree short-coated cats (moggies), as the rescue lists them.

24 in Denbighshire itself and 36 within about 25 miles, in places such as Trelogan, Ince Blundell and Melling. Each card shows the town and how far it is from the centre of Denbighshire.

By listed age: 21 kittens, 31 adults and 4 older cats.

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

21 Domestic shorthair kittens available in and around Denbighshire

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

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Astrid, domestic shorthair for adoption in PrestatynNEW

Astrid

4 months • Female • Domestic Shorthair

high energy
Can live with:Other cats
Feline Fur Babies North Wales

In foster near Prestatyn

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Maeraxes, domestic shorthair for adoption in Prestatyn

Maeraxes

5 months • Male • Domestic Shorthair

high energy
Can live with:Other cats
Feline Fur Babies North Wales

In foster near Prestatyn

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Amber, domestic shorthair for adoption in Prestatyn

Amber

1 year, 10 months • Female • Domestic Shorthair

Feline Fur Babies North Wales

In foster near Prestatyn

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Avie, domestic shorthair for adoption in Prestatyn

Avie

6 months • Female • Domestic Shorthair

high energy
Can live with:Other cats
Feline Fur Babies North Wales

In foster near Prestatyn

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Bloodstone, domestic shorthair for adoption in Prestatyn

Bloodstone

9 months • Male • Domestic Shorthair

high energy
Can live with:Other cats
Feline Fur Babies North Wales

In foster near Prestatyn

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Bourbon, domestic shorthair for adoption in Prestatyn

Bourbon

6 months • Male • Domestic Shorthair

high energy
Can live with:Children
Feline Fur Babies North Wales

In foster near Prestatyn

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Bruno, domestic shorthair for adoption in Prestatyn

Bruno

1 year, 1 month • Male • Domestic Shorthair

Can live with:Other cats
Feline Fur Babies North Wales

In foster near Prestatyn

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Dagr, domestic shorthair for adoption in Prestatyn

Dagr

3 years • Male • Domestic Shorthair

Feline Fur Babies North Wales

In foster near Prestatyn

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Domestic shorthairs near Denbighshire right now

60 domestic shorthair cats are listed in or around Denbighshire today, with 4 rescues. 24 are in Denbighshire itself and 36 with rescues around it. By age: 21 kittens, 31 adult cats and 4 older cats, plus 4 with no age given. 23 are male and 30 female. The newest was added on 7 November 2026.

  • Feline Fur Babies North Wales at Prestatyn: 24 domestic shorthair cats
  • North Clwyd Animal Rescue at Trelogan, about 4 miles away: 19 domestic shorthair cats
  • Freshfields Animal Rescue at Ince Blundell, about 20 miles away: 9 domestic shorthair cats
  • Carla Lane Animals in Need at Melling, about 23 miles away: 8 domestic shorthair cats

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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 Denbighshire today

As of 8 November 2026, 60 domestic shorthair cats are listed with rescues in and around Denbighshire on LocalPetFinder: by their listed age, 21 kittens aged 12 months or under, 31 adults and 4 aged 10 or over. The rest have no age we can read, so check the profile.

The rescues mark 21 as able to live with children, 8 with dogs and 14 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 Denbighshire: your questions

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

As of 8 November 2026, 60 domestic shorthair cats are listed for adoption in and around Denbighshire on LocalPetFinder, from Feline Fur Babies North Wales, North Clwyd Animal Rescue, Freshfields Animal Rescue and Carla Lane Animals in Need. That is 24 in Denbighshire itself and 36 with rescues within about 25 miles, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

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

As of 8 November 2026, Feline Fur Babies North Wales (at Prestatyn): 24, North Clwyd Animal Rescue (at Trelogan, about 4 miles away): 19, Freshfields Animal Rescue (at Ince Blundell, about 20 miles away): 9 and Carla Lane Animals in Need (at Melling, about 23 miles away): 8. By age, that is 21 kittens, 31 adult cats and 4 older cats, plus 4 with no age given. The newest was added on 7 November 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.

Where can I adopt a domestic shorthair in Denbighshire?

With the rescue that has the cat. Today the domestic shorthair cats on this page are with Feline Fur Babies North Wales (24), North Clwyd Animal Rescue (19), Freshfields Animal Rescue (9) and Carla Lane Animals in Need (8). 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. Today the rescues mark 21 of the 60 domestic shorthair cats listed in and around Denbighshire as able to live with children. 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 Denbighshire?

The domestic shorthair cats listed in and around Denbighshire today are with Feline Fur Babies North Wales at Prestatyn (24), North Clwyd Animal Rescue at Trelogan, about 4 miles away (19), Freshfields Animal Rescue at Ince Blundell, about 20 miles away (9) and 1 other rescue; 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 Denbighshire?

No. We don't list animals for sale. Every domestic shorthair on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre. The 60 domestic shorthair cats listed in and around Denbighshire today are with Feline Fur Babies North Wales at Prestatyn (24), North Clwyd Animal Rescue at Trelogan, about 4 miles away (19), Freshfields Animal Rescue at Ince Blundell, about 20 miles away (9) and 1 other rescue, 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 Denbighshire", the domestic shorthair cats here are the rescue route: you apply to the rescue and pay its adoption fee, not a sale price. In Wales, Lucy's Law has meant since 10 September 2021 that kittens can only be bought where they were bred, or from a rescue or rehoming centre.

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

Usually not. UK rescues normally ask for an adoption fee, which pays towards neutering, microchipping and vaccinations. Of the 60 domestic shorthair cats listed in and around Denbighshire today, each shows its rescue's fee on the profile; the nearest rescue is Feline Fur Babies North Wales at Prestatyn. 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.

Are there domestic shorthair kittens for adoption in Denbighshire?

Yes: 21 kittens of the 60 listed in and around Denbighshire are 12 months or under by their listed age.

Are there older domestic shorthair cats for adoption in Denbighshire?

Yes: 4 of the 60 listed in and around Denbighshire 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 Denbighshire?

As of 8 November 2026, the domestic shorthair cats listed in and around Denbighshire are with Feline Fur Babies North Wales at Prestatyn (24), North Clwyd Animal Rescue at Trelogan, about 4 miles away (19), Freshfields Animal Rescue at Ince Blundell, about 20 miles away (9) and Carla Lane Animals in Need at Melling, about 23 miles away (8). The nearest to Denbighshire is Feline Fur Babies North Wales at Prestatyn. You can also see domestic shorthair cats across Wales. 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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