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

There are 3 special needs cats looking for a new home in and around York right now, listed by Caring for Cats (Yorkshire and Humber), Pawprints Cat Rescue and Yorkshire Cat Rescue. These are cats whose rescue has noted a health condition or care need; each profile explains it.

All 3 are with rescues reachable from York, in places such as Market Weighton, Bradford and Keighley. Each card shows the town and how far it is.

By listed age: 2 adults and 1 older cat.

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

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Sid, domestic cat for adoption in Market WeightonNEW

Sid

7 years • Male • Domestic cat

Dental care
Caring for Cats (Yorkshire and Humber)

Market Weighton · 18 miles

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Rufus, domestic cat for adoption in Bradford

Rufus

Middle Aged • Male • Domestic cat

low energyFIV positive
Pawprints Cat Rescue

Bradford · 30 miles

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Molly, domestic mediumhair for adoption in KeighleyNEW

Molly

13 years • Female • Domestic Mediumhair

low energyKidney condition
Yorkshire Cat Rescue

Keighley · 34 miles

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Special needs cats near York right now

3 special needs cats are listed in or around York today, with 3 rescues. By age: 2 adult cats and 1 older cat. 2 are male and 1 female. The newest was added on 4 November 2026.

  • Caring for Cats (Yorkshire and Humber) at Market Weighton, about 18 miles away: 1 special needs cat
  • Pawprints Cat Rescue at Bradford, about 30 miles away: 1 special needs cat
  • Yorkshire Cat Rescue at Keighley, about 34 miles away: 1 special needs cat

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Special needs cats in York: your questions

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

As of 8 November 2026, 3 special needs cats are listed for adoption in and around York on LocalPetFinder, from Caring for Cats (Yorkshire and Humber), Pawprints Cat Rescue and Yorkshire Cat Rescue. All are with rescues reachable from York, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

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

As of 8 November 2026, Caring for Cats (Yorkshire and Humber) (at Market Weighton, about 18 miles away): 1, Pawprints Cat Rescue (at Bradford, about 30 miles away): 1 and Yorkshire Cat Rescue (at Keighley, about 34 miles away): 1. By age, that is 2 adult cats and 1 older cat. The newest was added on 4 November 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.

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

The special needs cats listed in and around York today are with Caring for Cats (Yorkshire and Humber) at Market Weighton, about 18 miles away (1), Pawprints Cat Rescue at Bradford, about 30 miles away (1) and Yorkshire Cat Rescue at Keighley, about 34 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 York?

As of 8 November 2026, the special needs cats listed in and around York are with Caring for Cats (Yorkshire and Humber) at Market Weighton, about 18 miles away (1), Pawprints Cat Rescue at Bradford, about 30 miles away (1) and Yorkshire Cat Rescue at Keighley, about 34 miles away (1). The nearest to York is Caring for Cats (Yorkshire and Humber) at Market Weighton, about 18 miles away. You can also see special needs cats across North Yorkshire. 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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