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Tabby Cat Adoption

827 adoptable tabby cats across Canada

Showing 827 cats

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Newfoundland and Labrador

St. John's22

Nova Scotia

Halifax14

Prince Edward Island

Charlottetown4

How much does a Tabby cost to adopt?

Adults: $100–$300 CAD
Kittens: $200–$400 CAD

Typical Canadian rescue range. The fee usually covers spay/neuter, core vaccinations, microchip, deworming, FIV/FeLV testing, and a veterinary health check before placement. The exact amount varies by rescue and by the cat's age and medical history — the live number is on each rescue profile below.

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About the Tabby

Tabby is a coat colour or pattern rather than a breed, so tabbies turn up across every breed and mix in Canadian rescue. Below is every adoptable tabby cat we're currently tracking across our launched cities in Canada.

LocalPetFinder aggregates tabbies from rescues across Canada into one searchable place. Use the city links above to narrow to your area, or browse the full inventory below. Each profile links straight to the rescue to apply.

Common health concerns for Tabby cats

  • Dental disease
    Periodontal disease is the most common feline health issue; annual cleanings recommended. Source: VCA →
  • Chronic kidney disease
    Common in older cats regardless of breed. Source: VCA →

Editorial summary for adopters, not medical advice. Consult your veterinarian for individual health guidance.

Tabby Cat Adoption FAQ

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How many Tabbies are available for adoption in Canada?▼
As of September 2026, 827 Tabbies are available for adoption in Canada across 87 rescues on LocalPetFinder. Listings update regularly as cats are adopted and new ones arrive — browse the current Tabbies above and apply directly through the rescue.
Is tabby a breed?▼
No : tabby is a coat pattern. Tabby cats can be any breed (Maine Coon, Bengal, Domestic Shorthair, etc.) but the swirled or striped pattern is what defines them. Most Calgary rescue tabbies are Domestic Shorthairs.
Are orange tabbies always male?▼
About 80% are male. The orange/red gene is X-linked, so males (XY) only need one orange gene to show the color, while females (XX) need two. Orange females do exist but are rarer.
What's the difference between mackerel and classic tabby?▼
Mackerel tabby has vertical stripes that look like fish bones. Classic tabby has bold swirls or "bullseye" patterns on the sides. Both are equally common in rescues.
Do tabby personalities differ by color?▼
No solid science behind it, but anecdotally orange tabbies are often described as friendly and food-motivated, grey/silver tabbies as calm, and brown tabbies as independent. Personality is mostly individual, not coat-driven.

Need to rehome your Tabby?

If you are on the other side of this page and need to find your tabby a new home, we have a breed-specific guide: the rescues worth contacting first, realistic timelines, and how to screen adopters. Listing on LocalPetFinder is free.

How to rehome a Tabby responsibly →

Looking for tabby cat adoption in a specific city? Each city link above has a city-scoped page with local rescue context and city-specific FAQ. Or browse the Calgary Tabby cat adoption guide for the most detailed local content we have.

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