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Adopt a Tabby CatThe Classic Choice for Every Home

Discover the joy of giving a tabby cat their forever home. With the most common pattern in shelters, you'll find the perfect personality match for your family.

Important: Tabby is a Pattern, Not a Breed!

Tabby refers to a coat pattern characterized by stripes, dots, lines, or swirling patterns, along with the distinctive "M" marking on the forehead. This pattern appears in many breeds including Maine Coons, American Shorthairs, and most commonly in mixed breed cats. With tabbies being the most common pattern in shelters (about 80% of all cats!), you have countless wonderful cats to choose from, each with their own unique personality and characteristics based on their actual breed or mix.

Why Choose

Why Choose a Tabby Cat

Experience the joy of adopting the most available and diverse cats in shelters

The Tabby Promise

When you welcome a tabby cat into your home, you're choosing from the widest variety of personalities available! Since tabby is just a pattern, not a breed, you can find tabbies with every temperament imaginable - from playful athletes to calm lap cats, from social butterflies to independent spirits. The iconic "M" marking on their forehead is said to stand for "Marvelous," and that's exactly what these cats are. With tabbies being so common in shelters, you're guaranteed to find your perfect match!

What Makes Tabby Cats Special

Universal Companions

Tabby cats fit into ANY home! Their diverse personalities mean you can find a tabby perfect for your lifestyle, whether you want an active playmate or a peaceful companion.

Most Available Pattern

With 80% of shelter cats having tabby patterns, you have the best selection! This means shorter wait times and more choices to find your perfect match.

Healthier Mixed Breeds

Most tabbies in shelters are mixed breeds, which often means hybrid vigor - fewer genetic health issues and longer, healthier lives with their families.

Classic Beauty

The distinctive "M" marking and beautiful patterns - mackerel (striped), classic (swirled), spotted, or ticked - make each tabby uniquely beautiful.

Adoption Fees

Affordable Love for Every Family

Budget-friendly adoption fees that give tabbies their second chance at happiness

Young Adults (1-3 years)

$75 - $200

Prime age for adoption - past kitten phase but still young

Typically Includes:

Spay/neuter surgery
Current vaccinations
Health check
Microchip

Adult Tabbies (3-7 years)

$50 - $150

Mature cats with established personalities

Typically Includes:

All medical care
Temperament assessment
Health records
Post-adoption support

Senior Tabbies (8+ years)

$25 - $100

Loving seniors needing comfortable retirement homes

Typically Includes:

Complete medical workup
Senior care guidance
Medical history
Often waived for right home

Special Needs Tabbies

Often Free - $75

Cats with special requirements needing extra love

Typically Includes:

Full medical disclosure
Ongoing care plan
Veterinary support
Special medications

Why Tabby Adoption Fees Are Lower

Because tabbies are so common in shelters, adoption fees are typically lower than purebred cats. This makes them perfect for families on any budget! You're getting the same love, companionship, and joy at a fraction of the cost. Plus, mixed breed tabbies often have fewer health issues, saving on future vet bills.

How Pet Adoption
Works

From search to forever home - your adoption journey in 4 simple steps

Search Available Pets

Browse through verified pets looking for their forever homes in your area

1

Connect with Current Owners

Message owners directly to learn about the pet's personality and needs

2

Schedule a Meet & Greet

Arrange a safe meeting to see if you and the pet are a perfect match

3

Welcome Home

Complete the adoption process and give a loving pet their forever home

Why Choose Petmeetly
for Pet Adoption?

The trusted platform connecting loving homes with pets in need

Verified Pet Profiles

All pets and owners are verified, ensuring safe and transparent adoptions.

Safe & Secure

Direct Owner Connection

Communicate directly with current owners to understand each pet's unique story.

Personal Stories

Local Pet Matching

Find adoptable pets in your area for convenient meetings and visits.

Near You

Complete Pet History

Access health records, behavioral notes, and care requirements upfront.

Full Documentation

Ready to Find Your Forever Friend?

Thousands of loving pets are waiting for their forever homes.

Start Adopting
Adoption Journey

Your Path to Tabby Love

A simple, supportive process designed to create perfect matches

Connect & Share

Day 1-2

  • Submit your adoption application
  • Share your family story
  • Describe your loving home
  • Express your excitement

Get to Know Each Other

Day 3-5

  • Chat about your tabby dreams
  • Discuss your home environment
  • Learn about your new friend
  • Ask all your questions

Meet Your Match

Week 1-2

  • Meet your potential tabby
  • See the magic happen
  • Watch bonds form instantly
  • Feel the connection

Welcome Home Prep

Week 2

  • Prepare your loving home
  • Create cozy spaces
  • Set up comfort zones
  • Get supplies ready

Trial Bonding Time

Week 2-3

  • Bring your tabby home
  • Build beautiful routines
  • Create first memories
  • Enjoy support network

Forever Family Official

Week 3-4

  • Celebrate your adoption
  • Complete the paperwork
  • Receive health records
  • Begin your journey together
Success Factors

Setting Up for Success

Everything you need to create the perfect home for your tabby cat

Perfect Tabby Families

  • ANY loving home - tabbies are versatile
  • First-time cat owners welcome
  • Families with children
  • Singles and couples
  • Seniors seeking companionship
  • Multi-pet households

Ideal Home Settings

  • Any loving home environment
  • Apartments or houses
  • Indoor or indoor/outdoor
  • Quiet or active households
  • City or countryside
  • Any family structure

Your Care Commitment

  • Varies by actual breed of cat
  • Generally low maintenance
  • Standard cat care routine
  • Regular vet checkups
  • Quality diet and fresh water
  • Love and attention daily

Keys to Success

  • Appreciate the classic 'M' marking
  • Understand it's a pattern not a breed
  • Each tabby is unique
  • Personality varies widely
  • Most common in shelters
  • Wonderful family companions
Pattern Types

Understanding Tabby Patterns

Four beautiful patterns, countless unique cats

Mackerel (Striped)

The most common tabby pattern featuring narrow stripes running parallel down the sides, resembling a fish skeleton. Often called "tiger stripes."

Classic (Blotched)

Bold, swirling patterns creating a "marble cake" appearance with circular smudges on the sides resembling a bullseye.

Spotted

Spots of various sizes all over the body, which can be round, oval, or rosette-shaped. Sometimes the spots are actually broken stripes.

Ticked (Agouti)

Individual hairs are striped with alternating light and dark bands. May not have traditional stripes except on legs and tail.

The Famous "M" Marking

All tabby cats have a distinctive "M" marking on their forehead. Legends say it stands for "Marvelous," or was blessed by religious figures. Scientists know it's simply part of the tabby gene pattern, but it makes every tabby special and easily recognizable!

Health Excellence

Tabby Health & Wellness

Generally healthy cats with diverse genetic backgrounds

Physical Excellence

  • Mixed breed vigor often means fewer genetic health issues
  • Generally robust health across all tabby patterns
  • Low maintenance grooming for most tabby coats

Mental Wellness

  • Adaptable personalities suit various lifestyles
  • Generally well-socialized from shelter experience
  • Resilient and adaptable to new homes

Preventive Care Excellence

  • Standard cat care routines apply
  • Regular vet checkups maintain health
  • Quality diet supports long, healthy life

Lifetime of Love

  • 12-18 years of companionship typical
  • Mixed breeds often live longer lives
  • Every life stage brings unique joys

Your Perfect Match is Waiting

Start your love story today. With thousands of tabby cats in shelters, your perfect companion is ready to come home with you.