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Rescue domestic shorthair cats for adoption and rehoming in and around Stratford-on-Avon

There are 26 domestic shorthair cats looking for a new home in and around Stratford-on-Avon right now, listed by Wythall Animal Sanctuary, Coventry Cat Group and The Animal House Rescue. Domestic shorthairs are everyday non-pedigree short-coated cats (moggies), as the rescue lists them.

All 26 are with rescues within about 25 miles of Stratford-on-Avon, in places such as Wythall, Bromsgrove and Coventry. Each card shows the town and how far it is from the centre of Stratford-on-Avon.

By listed age: 10 kittens and 16 adults.

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

10 Domestic shorthair kittens available in and around Stratford-on-Avon

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

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Enola, domestic shorthair for adoption in WythallNEW

Enola

3 years approx (ex-stray) • Female • Domestic Shorthair

low energy
Can live with:DogsOther cats
Wythall Animal Sanctuary

Wythall · 13 miles

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Sunny, domestic shorthair for adoption in WythallNEW

Sunny

2 years • Male • Domestic Shorthair

high energySpecial diet
Wythall Animal Sanctuary

Wythall · 13 miles

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Maggie Moo & Merlin, maggie- domestic shorthair / merlin- domestic semi longhair for adoption in Wythall

Maggie Moo & Merlin

5 months (approx estimated DOB-29/04/26) • Female • Maggie- Domestic Shorthair / Merlin- Domestic Semi Longhair

high energy
Can live with:ChildrenDogsOther cats
Wythall Animal Sanctuary

Wythall · 13 miles

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Bailey, domestic shorthair for adoption in Wythall

Bailey

4 years • Female • Domestic Shorthair

Wythall Animal Sanctuary

Wythall · 13 miles

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Bandit, domestic shorthair for adoption in Wythall

Bandit

12 months • Male • Domestic Shorthair

Dental care
Wythall Animal Sanctuary

Wythall · 13 miles

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Charlie, domestic shorthair for adoption in Wythall

Charlie

5 years • Male • Domestic Shorthair

high energySkin condition
Can live with:ChildrenOther cats
Wythall Animal Sanctuary

Wythall · 13 miles

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Domestic shorthairs near Stratford-on-Avon right now

26 domestic shorthair cats are listed in or around Stratford-on-Avon today, with 3 rescues. By age: 10 kittens and 16 adult cats. 9 are male and 12 female. The newest was added on 7 November 2026.

  • Wythall Animal Sanctuary at Wythall, about 13 miles away: 18 domestic shorthair cats
  • The Animal House Rescue at Bromsgrove, about 14 miles away: 4 domestic shorthair cats
  • Coventry Cat Group at Coventry, about 15 miles away: 4 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 Stratford-on-Avon today

As of 8 November 2026, 26 domestic shorthair cats are listed with rescues in and around Stratford-on-Avon on LocalPetFinder: by their listed age, 10 kittens aged 12 months or under and 16 adults.

1 of them is listed as a cross, as the rescue describes it: Domestic Shorthair Crossbreed. Breed labels on rescue listings are often a best guess from looks.

The rescues mark 6 as able to live with children, 10 with dogs and 9 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 Stratford-on-Avon: your questions

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How many rescue domestic shorthair cats are available for adoption in Stratford-on-Avon?

As of 8 November 2026, 26 domestic shorthair cats are listed for adoption in and around Stratford-on-Avon on LocalPetFinder, from Wythall Animal Sanctuary, Coventry Cat Group and The Animal House Rescue. All are with rescues within about 25 miles of Stratford-on-Avon, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

Which rescues near Stratford-on-Avon have domestic shorthair cats right now, and how old are they?

As of 8 November 2026, Wythall Animal Sanctuary (at Wythall, about 13 miles away): 18, The Animal House Rescue (at Bromsgrove, about 14 miles away): 4 and Coventry Cat Group (at Coventry, about 15 miles away): 4. By age, that is 10 kittens and 16 adult cats. 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 Stratford-on-Avon?

With the rescue that has the cat. Today the domestic shorthair cats on this page are with Wythall Animal Sanctuary (18), Coventry Cat Group (4) and The Animal House Rescue (4). 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 6 of the 26 domestic shorthair cats listed in and around Stratford-on-Avon 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 Stratford-on-Avon?

The domestic shorthair cats listed in and around Stratford-on-Avon today are with Wythall Animal Sanctuary at Wythall, about 13 miles away (18), The Animal House Rescue at Bromsgrove, about 14 miles away (4) and Coventry Cat Group at Coventry, about 15 miles away (4); 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 Stratford-on-Avon?

No. We don't list animals for sale. Every domestic shorthair on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre. The 26 domestic shorthair cats listed in and around Stratford-on-Avon today are with Wythall Animal Sanctuary at Wythall, about 13 miles away (18), The Animal House Rescue at Bromsgrove, about 14 miles away (4) and Coventry Cat Group at Coventry, about 15 miles away (4), 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 Stratford-on-Avon", 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 Stratford-on-Avon, or one under £100?

Usually not. UK rescues normally ask for an adoption fee, which pays towards neutering, microchipping and vaccinations. Of the 26 domestic shorthair cats listed in and around Stratford-on-Avon today, each shows its rescue's fee on the profile; the nearest rescue is Wythall Animal Sanctuary at Wythall, about 13 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 Stratford-on-Avon?

Yes: 10 kittens of the 26 listed in and around Stratford-on-Avon are 12 months or under by their listed age.

Are there older domestic shorthair cats for adoption in Stratford-on-Avon?

Not right now: none of the 26 listed in and around Stratford-on-Avon is aged 10 or over by its listed age. Older domestic shorthair cats do come into rescue, so check back. 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 Stratford-on-Avon?

As of 8 November 2026, the domestic shorthair cats listed in and around Stratford-on-Avon are with Wythall Animal Sanctuary at Wythall, about 13 miles away (18), The Animal House Rescue at Bromsgrove, about 14 miles away (4) and Coventry Cat Group at Coventry, about 15 miles away (4). The nearest to Stratford-on-Avon is Wythall Animal Sanctuary at Wythall, about 13 miles away. You can also see domestic shorthair 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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