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

There are 3 special needs cats looking for a new home in and around Southampton right now, listed by Feline Welfare (Isle of Wight), St Francis Animal Welfare and The Cat & Rabbit Rescue Centre. These are cats whose rescue has noted a health condition or care need; each profile explains it.

All 3 are with rescues reachable from Southampton, in places such as Fair Oak, Isle of Wight and Sidlesham. Each card shows the town and how far it is.

By listed age: 1 kitten and 1 older cat.

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

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Lizzie, domestic cat for adoption in Isle of WightNEW

Lizzie

Female • Domestic cat

Thyroid condition
Feline Welfare (Isle of Wight)

In foster near Isle of Wight · 17 miles

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Nigel, domestic cat for adoption in Sidlesham

Nigel

10 years • Male • Domestic cat

low energyDental care
Can live with:Children
The Cat & Rabbit Rescue Centre

Sidlesham · 28 miles

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Special needs cats near Southampton right now

3 special needs cats are listed in or around Southampton today, with 3 rescues. By age: 1 kitten and 1 older cat, plus 1 with no age given. The newest was added on 5 November 2026.

  • St Francis Animal Welfare at Fair Oak, about 6 miles away: 1 special needs cat
  • Feline Welfare (Isle of Wight) at Isle of Wight, about 17 miles away: 1 special needs cat
  • The Cat & Rabbit Rescue Centre at Sidlesham, about 28 miles away: 1 special needs cat

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Special needs cats in Southampton: your questions

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

As of 8 November 2026, 3 special needs cats are listed for adoption in and around Southampton on LocalPetFinder, from Feline Welfare (Isle of Wight), St Francis Animal Welfare and The Cat & Rabbit Rescue Centre. All are with rescues reachable from Southampton, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

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

As of 8 November 2026, St Francis Animal Welfare (at Fair Oak, about 6 miles away): 1, Feline Welfare (Isle of Wight) (at Isle of Wight, about 17 miles away): 1 and The Cat & Rabbit Rescue Centre (at Sidlesham, about 28 miles away): 1. By age, that is 1 kitten and 1 older cat, plus 1 with no age given. The newest was added on 5 November 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.

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

The special needs cats listed in and around Southampton today are with St Francis Animal Welfare at Fair Oak, about 6 miles away (1), Feline Welfare (Isle of Wight) at Isle of Wight, about 17 miles away (1) and The Cat & Rabbit Rescue Centre at Sidlesham, about 28 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 Southampton?

As of 8 November 2026, the special needs cats listed in and around Southampton are with St Francis Animal Welfare at Fair Oak, about 6 miles away (1), Feline Welfare (Isle of Wight) at Isle of Wight, about 17 miles away (1) and The Cat & Rabbit Rescue Centre at Sidlesham, about 28 miles away (1). The nearest to Southampton is St Francis Animal Welfare at Fair Oak, about 6 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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