25 Of The Cutest Pets Available For Adoption In New York

If you've been looking for a new extra fluffy baby to take home and cherish, look no further. All of these cuties are looking for new homes with people who will love and cherish them. According to the ASPCA, approximately 7.6 million companion animals, such as dogs and cats, enter animal shelters nationwide every year. Of these millions of animals, about 2.7 million are euthanized. So, whether you adopt a young animal to start their life, or an old animal to make their last months/years happy, you can save a life and also add a new furry friend to your family. You can find the adoption pages and more information by clicking the link below each picture!

Let's start with PUPPIES

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Eve's Sanctuary - Animal Rescue / Via petfinder.com

There are quite a few of these cuddly Pekingese & Terrier Mix puppies located at Eve's Sanctuary - Animal Rescue.

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Eve's Sanctuary - Animal Rescue / Via petfinder.com

Also located at Eve's Sanctuary - Animal Rescue, are these adorable Chihuahua & Poodle Mix puppies.

3. Tabitha

PupStarz Rescue / Via petfinder.com

This precious female Boxer/Lab mix is only 8 weeks old and 4 pounds (as of August 8th).

4. Tammi

Bideawee / Via petfinder.com

A wrinkly 3 month old Labrador Retriever Mix that is ready to go to a loving home!

5. Lyme and Lennox

Unleashed / Via petfinder.com

Two sister Terrier & Cockapoo Mix puppies! Both currently being fostered, but looking for a permanent home!

KITTENS

6. Nema

New York City Feral Cat Initiative / Via petfinder.com

A 10 month old Domestic Long Hair-black Mix kitten who lovessss tummy rubs!

7. Elvis

New York City Feral Cat Initiative / Via petfinder.com

Wild eyes, 11 weeks old, a sweet nature . . . What more could you want?!

8. Charlotte

New York City Feral Cat Initiative / Via petfinder.com

This green-eyed beauty was found starving on Kent St in Williamsburg Brooklyn. When approached she asks for pets and love and can apparently purr up a storm! She is an approximately 7 month old Tabby & Domestic Short Hair Mix.

9. Dante

New York City Feral Cat Initiative / Via petfinder.com

This 8 week old Grey & Russian Blue Mix cutey has a strong will with tons of energy!

10. Tiger

New York City Feral Cat Initiative / Via petfinder.com

He is a 13 week old Tabby who loves to purr and play with his siblings!

11. Jordan

New York City Feral Cat Initiative / Via petfinder.com

WHO COULDN'T LOVE THAT FACE?! He is a 10 week old Domestic Medium Hair Mix kitten who was rescued with his brother. Both love to give kisses and are looking for a forever home.

Older Dogs Looking for New Homes!

12. Fonso

Social Tees Animal Rescue Foundation / Via petfinder.com

One word, GORGEOUS. He is a 8 year old, 12 pound, Pomeranian & Corgi Mix. Low maintenance, cuddle bug, extremely quiet (hasn't barked once!), great with cats, and more according to his foster mom!

13. Little Bear

Eskies Online American Eskimo Dog Rescue / Via petfinder.com

A 10 year old American Eskimo Dog in fantastic shape looking for a home to live out his golden years. Said to be a wise soul who is extremely socialized and could fit into any home! Other cats or dogs already in your household? No problem!

14. McMurphy

Social Tees Animal Rescue Foundation / Via petfinder.com

A one-eyed Tibetan Terrier, who I consider to be one of the cutest dogs on this list. I MEAN COME ON, HIS NAME IS MCMURPHY!!!!! He is approximately 7 years old, sweet as can be (including with other pets), and the fact that he has one eye has never stopped him.

15. Clara

Eskies Online American Eskimo Dog Rescue / Via petfinder.com

A beautiful, young, blue-eyed Pit Bull Terrier with a bouyant good nature that currently lives in a household with another female pittie, a young Rottie, and 2 preteen, dog savvy kids!

16. Leopold

PupStarz Rescue / Via petfinder.com

This handsome, 4 year old, 7 pound Chihuahua currently lives with a foster mom who says that, "HE'S SO GREAT!!!" He loves long walks, other dogs, and tummy rubs.

Older Cats Looking for a New Favorite Place to Sleep

17. Foxx

Mayor's Alliance for NYC's Animals / Via petfinder.com

A handsome, feisty, young, Siamese Mix! Needs someone who is able to keep up with his talkative, playful nature.

18. Moo Shu aka Mush Mush

New York City Feral Cat Initiative / Via petfinder.com

Rescued from living all alone in a disgusting garbage filled lot! At first shy, but it didn't take this young adult long to start sleeping ALL night with her foster mom. She is a Domestic Short Hair that loves to chirp at birds, cuddle, and play fetch!

19. Marco Polo

Eve's Sanctuary - Animal Rescue / Via petfinder.com

A member of the food-loving club. He is said to be an alpha Tabby, who will be a loyal addition to any new family!

20. Cleopatra

KittyKind / Via petfinder.com

This young Domestic Short Hair, with piercing gold eyes, was found de-clawed, and abandoned on a rooftop. Although she has had a tough life, she is gentle and will surely purr for and love whoever takes her home!

21. Pearl

K9Kastle / Via petfinder.com

It is extremely rare to find a cat with such a gorgeous coat in a shelter! She is a Domestic Medium Hair who solicits attention, purrs for the vet, and desires affection!

Miscellaneous

Did you know that you can find more than cats and dogs in shelters? Here's a list of other small companion animals looking for homes!

22. Wilbur

New Rochelle Humane Society / Via petfinder.com

The play on this cutie's name is adorable! One of 7 guinea PIGS looking for a forever home from New Rochelle Humane Society!

23. Baby Dwarf & Bunny Rabbit Mix

All About Rabbits Rescue, Inc / Via petfinder.com

Several cuddly, cute bunnies are available for adoption from All About Rabbits Rescue, Inc!

24. Westside Highway Rats

Empty Cages Collective / Via petfinder.com

According to Empty Cages Collective, hundreds of rats were cruelly dumped near Westside Highway, and rescuers were able to save about 80 rats of all ages, some only days old. With so many rats, they have an assortment of personalities, and all are looking for rescue homes!

25. Kiwi

Feathered Friends Parrot Adoption Services, Inc. / Via petfinder.com

This expressive, friendly, 2-year old female Pacific Parrotlet is perfect for apartments, and comes with a cage, toys, a playstand, a carrier, and a starter pack of food! She can fit in your shirt pocket, and loves to be outside of her cage!

Whether you have fallen in love with one of the companion animals listed above, or are curious about adopting another animal from a shelter, or even volunteering as a foster care owner, you can receive more information at petfinder.com!