Adoptable Cats & Kittens

You can find our adoptable cats on Adopt-A-Pet and PetFinder, as well as on our Instagram!​​

We also have adoptable kittens at Bushwick Bark on 175 Knickerbocker. You can see them anytime the store is open.

All our cats are vaccinated (age appropriate), dewormed, treated for fleas/ticks, tested for FIV/FELV and are negative unless otherwise noted, microchipped, and sterilized (if old enough). We will arrange later dates for the spay/neuter of kittens who are too young for sterilization at time of adoption.

Kitten Adoption Policy

All kittens under 5 months old must be adopted with another cat (of any age) or go to a home that already has another kitten-loving animal. There are no exceptions to this policy, which is for the best interest of the kitten to ensure they have a healthy social development! 

Once you have decided which cat you want to adopt, please complete an Adoption Application. Please answer all application questions - we cannot consider incomplete applications. If you are a current pet owner, please provide your current veterinarian name and number.

Please provide the first and last names of your references and tell us how you know them (please note: one of your references should be a family member.) We will call all references, so please alert them to expect a call from us.

It typically takes several days to review an application and call references. While we strive to complete our reviews as quickly as possible, please be patient as there is sometimes a delay!

After we review your application, we will contact you to set up a meeting with the cat. If you choose to commit to adopting one of our lovable cats, you will complete and sign an adoption contract. 

Depending on available resources, we will deliver the cat to your home (which requires a home check). You are expected to pick up (receive) a new pet within 2 days from application approval so our fosters can take in new cats.

Adoption Fee

There is a $200 adoption fee for all cats and kittens, payable by cash or Venmo (@whiskersagogo).

This fee covers the cost of vaccinations, testing, deworming, microchipping, spay/neuter, and more. Adoptions fees should be submitted prior to or at the time of the pet pickup.

What’s Required to Adopt

Applicants must be 21 years or older to adopt. The person applying must be the primary caretaker of the cats/kittens. 

Please make sure that pets are allowed in your building and that any roommates are aware of and happy about a new pet at home.

Please be prepared to provide a copy of your driver’s license or ID to confirm identity and address.

We reserve the right to decline applications which we determine to be not in the best interest of our cats and kittens.

What To Expect

We recommend all new cat owners review this adoption handbook for suggestions and advice on cat care. 

Adopting a kitten? Click here to learn more about responsible kitten care.

Adopting a “special care” kitten? Most "special care" kitties don't need more than home adjustments and closer attention. Click here to learn more about FIV and click here to learn about CH!

The Adoption Process

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the WAGG adoption process?

There are two ways to meet our adoptable pets.  They can be seen at adoption events or in their foster homes. Because the homes are usually private residences, we request that you complete and submit our adoption application before a visit. Once you have met the cat and determined that you want to proceed with the adoption we arrange for a convenient time to bring the cat over.  When we deliver the cat we do a brief home visit, sign the adoption agreement and collect the adoption fees. To ensure that your home is ready for your new kitty here are some instructions and suggestions we collected for you. Click here for more details about the WaGG adoption process and policies.

What is the adoption time frame?

There are a variety of factors in determining the time frame of the adoption process.  We make every effort to deliver the cat(s) as quickly as possible.  Depending on everyone’s schedule and availability the adoption can be completed within 24 hours but it often takes longer.

What are the costs associated with adoption?

Adoption fees are $150 per cat. With the adoption fee you get all medical paper work associated with the cat as well as a copy of any previous shelter documentation. The adoption fee is non refundable and goes toward the cost food and supplies as well as possible medical treatments associated with saving another cat homeless cat.

What medical treatments will my cat/kitten have?

Depending on the age of the kitten when s/he is adopted and when s/he became part of our rescue, your kitten should have had an exam, been tested for FeLV/FIV, microchipped and vaccinated with at least one FVRCP.  Kittens should have a series of FVRCP vaccines (two to three depending on their age when first vaccinated).  Kittens should be vaccinated against rabies as early as four months.

Can I adopt a single kitten? How young can I adopt?

We do not adopt out young kittens as singles. They must either go to a home with another cat or as part of a pair.  We believe in most cases that it is better for the kittens to have companionship when they are younger.  There are a few organizations that do still adopt kittens as singles and if you are determined to only adopt a single kitten then you should contact those organizations directly (ASPCA, ACC, and Sean Casey).


We also do not adopt our kittens out until about 11-12 weeks as we believe the extra time is important for socialization and ensuring good litter box and behavior habits.

What should I do if I can no longer care for the cat I adopted?

If you can no longer care for a cat you have adopted from WAGG we ask that you please return the cat to us. We will attempt to find a new home or foster the cat. As a reminder, the pet adoption fee is non refundable.