Rescue long-haired cats for adoption and rehoming in England

What domestic longhair cats are like to live with

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How many rescue domestic longhair cats are available for adoption in England?

As of 30 September 2026, 13 domestic longhair cats are listed for adoption in England on LocalPetFinder, from Care4Cats Rescue, Battersea Dogs & Cats Home, Woodgreen Pets Charity and Yorkshire Cat Rescue. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

Are there domestic longhair kittens for adoption in England?

Yes: 2 kittens of the 13 listed in England are 12 months or under by their listed age.

Do long-haired cats need a lot of grooming?

Yes, more than short-haired cats. PDSA says domestic longhairs have a much longer coat which requires regular grooming. Ask the rescue how this cat's coat has been kept.

How much does it cost to adopt a domestic longhair in England?

Each rescue sets its own adoption fee. Battersea charges £100 for a cat over six months and £130 for a kitten, 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 longhair cats for sale in England?

No. We don't list animals for sale. Every domestic longhair on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre, and rescues rehome animals for an adoption fee rather than selling them: for example, Battersea charges £100 for an adult cat and £130 for a kitten. The fee goes towards the vet work already done, such as neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations. 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 longhair in England, or one under £100?

Usually not. UK rescues normally ask for an adoption fee, which pays towards neutering, microchipping and vaccinations. Most rescue cat fees are well under £200: Battersea charges £100 for a cat and £130 for a kitten, and Cats Protection says £80 to £120 on average for an adult cat. An animal offered "free to good home" is a private advert, not a rescue. In England, cats must be microchipped before they are 20 weeks old, so ask to see the microchip details.

Is there a domestic longhair rescue near me in England?

This page lists every domestic longhair with the rescues we list in England and the places within it. Email alerts for new listings are coming soon.