4Paws Rescue Team

Saving Lives, Four Paws at a Time

At 4Paws Rescue Team, we provide safe, loving foster homes for homeless cats and kittens while they await their forever families. As a volunteer-run, no-kill rescue, we depend on your financial gifts and material donations to deliver vital veterinary care, conduct adoption events, and carry out rescue operations.

96¢ of every dollar goes directly to these cats and kittens in need.

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1 day ago

Meet Griff! Griff is a really happy guy! Some of his favorite things are, head bumps, getting pets, purring while you tell him about your day, meowing at you periodically so you know he's there, and snuggling up in a nice lap. He lived on his own as a stray for a bit but once someone shows him some love, he warms up really fast. Griff would make a great addition to a home with other cats or on his own with his owner(s). Unsure how he is with children or pets. He is a young cat so he may require someone who wants to play as well as snuggle him. He gets along with other friendly cats.He will come with his own cat bed, a squat, carpeted cat hideout, a couple mouse toys, and heart full of love. DC Metro area. Apply to adopt him online at https://fourpaws.org/adopt-a-cat/ ... See MoreSee Less

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2 days ago

Meet Gabi! Gabi needs a soft place to land. This 13½‑year‑old senior girl lost her foster home when her caregiver had to move to assisted living where pets weren’t allowed. Now she’s confused, scared, and looking for someone patient enough to help her feel safe again. She is currently in vet boarding which is no place for a senior cat.She’s shy and will hide at first — under beds, in closets, behind couches — but she does warm up. Slowly, gently, beautifully. One day she’ll peek at you… then sit near you… then ask for her favorite head scratches and hip rubs. She’s quiet, calm, and loves watching the world from a window.Gabi isn’t a lap cat and she prefers a peaceful home without children. But she’s loyal in her own quiet way, and she’ll greet you with an “oh, you’re back” look that melts your heart. If you can offer a calm foster home and a little patience, Gabi will give you her trust.DC Metro area. Apply online to foster Gabi at https://fourpaws.org/foster/ ... See MoreSee Less

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4Paws Rescue Team

3 days ago

Welcome the pasta kittens! These look alike tabbies born in March 2026, each have a unique personality:—Cavatappi may be tiny, but she’s overflowing with love! Although she loves to play, too, her main priority is being held and staying close to people; she soaks up cuddles, warmth and affection whenever possible!—Ziti is the lovable troublemaker of the group - her priority is playful mischief, exploring her surroundings, and burning off her silly energy! When she’s done, she loves nothing more than to be pet and purr for her humans.—Rotini may be a little shy at first, but give this sweet kitten a little patience and you’ll quickly discover that she’s the cuddliest companion imaginable. Once she feels safe, the purring starts and the snuggles never stop. These cuties can be adopted separately as long as their adoptive home has another young, active cat, kitten, or young, active dog. They’ve received age-appropriate vaccinations, are microchipped, and are negative for FiV/FeLV. Apply to adopt them online at https://fourpaws.org/adopt-a-cat/ ... See MoreSee Less

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4Paws Rescue Team

4 days ago

Are you looking to add a kitten or pair of kittens to your home?! Take a look at these 5-month old cuties! Kittens are adopted in pairs or into homes with another kitten or young, active cat. Nugget is a brown tabby with very distinct, unique markings on her back and a little white chest. Nugget is the only female of her litter, but she definitely holds her own. At times she can be a tiny bit shy, but loves to snuggle up for belly rubs and to be pet all over!Bean is an all black boy who truly looks like a little panther. He is super playful, outgoing, and gets along great with his siblings. He loves to wrestle with his siblings and to play with balls.Lentil, a super friendly boy, is black with a cute little dab of white on his chest. He's super sweet and gentle, and loves to play with his siblings. He also enjoys laying on your lap or chest for pets!Star is a brown tabby boy with somewhat muted markings and a cute white chest. Star is the smallest in his litter, but he's truly a star! Star is definitely a people kitty and loves to be around his humans.Basil is a gorgeous brown tabby with very deep, distinct markings and white socks. He is super playful and fun to be around; he loves to play with his siblings. He loves to play with balls and to play in his kitty tunnel.All five of these gorgeous kittens are neutered/spayed, up-to-date on vaccines, have been dewormed, and are microchipped; their mother tested negative for FIV & FeLV as well. None of them have been exposed to dogs, but we anticipate that all of them, except for Nugget, would do well with a dog with proper introductions (we think Nugget may be a bit too shy for a pup).DC Metro area. Apply online to adopt any of these kittens at https://fourpaws.org/adopt-a-cat/ ... See MoreSee Less

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5 days ago

Meet Lark & Maple! They were found outside with their mom Taylor, trying to survive in a Maryland community. Thanks to a kind person who reached out to 4 Paws for help, this little family was brought to safety and given the care they needed.Lark is a typical playful kitten with a fun-loving personality. She is initially shy but warms up quickly to her playful and curious self. She enjoys batting around toys, climbing, and wrestling with her sister. She’s social, adventurous, curious, and happiest when she has a playmate by her side.Maple is an incredibly affectionate and fearless kitten full of curiosity and fun. She loves batting around toys, roughing up the occasional slipper, and wrestling with her sister. She’s social, active, and happiest when she has a buddy to play with. They are bonded and they need to be adopted together. They are negative for FIV/FeLV, up to date on age-appropriate vaccinations, microchipped, and spayed.DC Metro area. Apply to adopt them online at https://fourpaws.org/adopt-a-cat/ ... See MoreSee Less

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6 days ago

✨ Meet Mabel ✨This sweet, playful girl loves belly rubs, toys, and being close to her people. She takes her medications like a champ and is ready for a forever family who will help keep her healthy and happy.After everything she's overcome, Mabel deserves her happy ending. Learn more about Mabel here, https://fourpaws.org/adopt-a-cat/available-cats/… ... See MoreSee Less

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Stray and Feral Cats

Found a stray or feral cat in Fairfax County? Help is available through Fairfax County Animal Services (FCAS).

Stray cats (lost or abandoned):
Email: animalshelter@fairfaxcounty.gov

Feral or community cats (unowned and outdoors):
Email: communitycats@fairfaxcounty.gov

FCAS supports community cats — including feral and semi-socialized cats, outdoor-born kittens, and lost or abandoned cats. They offer:

Community Cat Spay/Neuter: For feral and unsocialized cats who cannot live safely indoors. Cats are humanely trapped, spayed or neutered, vaccinated, and returned to their outdoor home.
Return to Home: Helps reunite lost or stray owned cats with their families, reducing shelter intake and keeping pets with the people who love them.
Intake Triage & Rehoming: Evaluates and cares for unowned kittens and adult cats, ensuring they receive appropriate placement through foster care or adoption.
Identification Support: Promotes microchipping and ID-tagged collars for owned and managed cats to make reunification with caregivers and families faster and easier.

If you find an injured cat, FCAS will assist if you bring it in during their operating hours.

For more info: fairfaxcounty.gov/animalservices/community-cats