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 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.
Affordable Love for Every Family
Budget-friendly adoption fees that give tabbies their second chance at happiness
Young Adults (1-3 years)
Prime age for adoption - past kitten phase but still young
Typically Includes:
Adult Tabbies (3-7 years)
Mature cats with established personalities
Typically Includes:
Senior Tabbies (8+ years)
Loving seniors needing comfortable retirement homes
Typically Includes:
Special Needs Tabbies
Cats with special requirements needing extra love
Typically Includes:
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.
Tabby Cats Available for Adoption
Choose from the widest selection of personalities and find your perfect match
Lola
Tabby
Nola
Tabby mix
Jake
Tabby
Willow
Tabby
Smokey
Tabby
Paisley
Tabby
Binx
Tabby
Mjolnir
Tabby
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
Connect with Current Owners
Message owners directly to learn about the pet's personality and needs
Schedule a Meet & Greet
Arrange a safe meeting to see if you and the pet are a perfect match
Welcome Home
Complete the adoption process and give a loving pet their forever home
Search Available Pets
Browse through verified pets looking for their forever homes in your area
Connect with Current Owners
Message owners directly to learn about the pet's personality and needs
Schedule a Meet & Greet
Arrange a safe meeting to see if you and the pet are a perfect match
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.
Direct Owner Connection
Communicate directly with current owners to understand each pet's unique story.
Local Pet Matching
Find adoptable pets in your area for convenient meetings and visits.
Complete Pet History
Access health records, behavioral notes, and care requirements upfront.
Ready to Find Your Forever Friend?
Thousands of loving pets are waiting for their forever homes.
Start AdoptingYour 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
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
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!
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
Explore Other Cat Breeds for Adoption
Find loving cats of various breeds waiting for their forever homes
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.