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

There are 12 domestic shorthair cats looking for a new home in and around Grantham right now, listed by Three Counties Dog Rescue, Leicester Animal Rescue and RAIN Rescue. Domestic shorthairs are everyday non-pedigree short-coated cats (moggies), as the rescue lists them.

All 12 are with rescues reachable from Grantham, in places such as Bourne, Billesdon and Misson. Each card shows the town and how far it is.

By listed age: 5 kittens, 5 adults and 1 older cat.

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

5 Domestic shorthair kittens available in and around Grantham

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

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Bear, domestic medium shorthair for adoption in BourneNEW

Bear

2 years • Male • Domestic Medium Shorthair

Three Counties Dog Rescue

Bourne · 15 miles

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Ida, dsh semi-feral for adoption in BourneNEW

Ida

1 year • Female • Dsh Semi-Feral

Three Counties Dog Rescue

Bourne · 15 miles

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Libby, dsh semi-feral for adoption in BourneNEW

Libby

1 year • Female • Dsh Semi-Feral

Three Counties Dog Rescue

Bourne · 15 miles

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Oleg, domestic shorthair for adoption in BourneNEW

Oleg

4 years • Male • Domestic Shorthair

Three Counties Dog Rescue

Bourne · 15 miles

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Mimi, domestic shorthair for adoption in BillesdonNEW

Mimi

Male • Domestic Shorthair

Can live with:ChildrenOther cats
Leicester Animal Rescue

Billesdon · 24 miles

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Nala, domestic shorthair for adoption in BillesdonNEW

Nala

2 years • Female • Domestic Shorthair

Leicester Animal Rescue

Billesdon · 24 miles

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Luna, domestic shorthair for adoption in Billesdon

Luna

8 months • Female • Domestic Shorthair

high energy
Leicester Animal Rescue

Billesdon · 24 miles

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Pea, domestic shorthair for adoption in Billesdon

Pea

10 months • Female • Domestic Shorthair

high energy
Leicester Animal Rescue

Billesdon · 24 miles

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Domestic shorthairs near Grantham right now

12 domestic shorthair cats are listed in or around Grantham today, with 3 rescues. By age: 5 kittens, 5 adult cats and 1 older cat, plus 1 with no age given. 6 are male and 5 female. The newest was added on 7 November 2026.

  • Three Counties Dog Rescue at Bourne, about 15 miles away: 5 domestic shorthair cats
  • Leicester Animal Rescue at Billesdon, about 24 miles away: 4 domestic shorthair cats
  • RAIN Rescue at Misson, about 39 miles away: 3 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 Grantham today

As of 8 November 2026, 12 domestic shorthair cats are listed with rescues in and around Grantham on LocalPetFinder: by their listed age, 5 kittens aged 12 months or under, 5 adults and 1 aged 10 or over. The rest have no age we can read, so check the profile.

The rescues mark 4 as able to live with children and 2 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.

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Domestic shorthairs in Grantham: your questions

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

As of 8 November 2026, 12 domestic shorthair cats are listed for adoption in and around Grantham on LocalPetFinder, from Three Counties Dog Rescue, Leicester Animal Rescue and RAIN Rescue. All are with rescues reachable from Grantham, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

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

As of 8 November 2026, Three Counties Dog Rescue (at Bourne, about 15 miles away): 5, Leicester Animal Rescue (at Billesdon, about 24 miles away): 4 and RAIN Rescue (at Misson, about 39 miles away): 3. By age, that is 5 kittens, 5 adult cats and 1 older cat, plus 1 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 Grantham?

With the rescue that has the cat. Today the domestic shorthair cats on this page are with Three Counties Dog Rescue (5), Leicester Animal Rescue (4) and RAIN Rescue (3). 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 12 domestic shorthair cats listed in and around Grantham 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 Grantham?

The domestic shorthair cats listed in and around Grantham today are with Three Counties Dog Rescue at Bourne, about 15 miles away (5), Leicester Animal Rescue at Billesdon, about 24 miles away (4) and RAIN Rescue at Misson, about 39 miles away (3); 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 Grantham?

No. We don't list animals for sale. Every domestic shorthair on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre. The 12 domestic shorthair cats listed in and around Grantham today are with Three Counties Dog Rescue at Bourne, about 15 miles away (5), Leicester Animal Rescue at Billesdon, about 24 miles away (4) and RAIN Rescue at Misson, about 39 miles away (3), 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 Grantham", 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 Grantham, or one under £100?

Usually not. UK rescues normally ask for an adoption fee, which pays towards neutering, microchipping and vaccinations. Of the 12 domestic shorthair cats listed in and around Grantham today, each shows its rescue's fee on the profile; the nearest rescue is Three Counties Dog Rescue at Bourne, about 15 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 Grantham?

Yes: 5 kittens of the 12 listed in and around Grantham are 12 months or under by their listed age.

Are there older domestic shorthair cats for adoption in Grantham?

Yes: 1 of the 12 listed in and around Grantham is 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 Grantham?

As of 8 November 2026, the domestic shorthair cats listed in and around Grantham are with Three Counties Dog Rescue at Bourne, about 15 miles away (5), Leicester Animal Rescue at Billesdon, about 24 miles away (4) and RAIN Rescue at Misson, about 39 miles away (3). The nearest to Grantham is Three Counties Dog Rescue at Bourne, about 15 miles away. You can also see domestic shorthair cats across South Kesteven. 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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