Our cats

These are our wonderful furry friends currently in our care. You can use the filters below to adjust what you see. By default, all cats are shown. If you would like to focus on certain groups — for example, only our Newcomers — simply click on the filter buttons to hide Sponsored or Adopted cats.

Each profile tells the story of a dog and what kind of home would suit them best.

If you are interested in adopting or becoming a sponsor, you can find more information on our Adoption and Sponsorship pages.

To keep things manageable for our team, we currently maintain the animal profiles in Portuguese only. If you need a translation, your browser’s built-in translation tool usually works very well.

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Bruno

I love a good cuddle, and I have the cutest eyes you'll ever see.

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maleadult

Date of birth: 01.12.2021

Gender: male

My life story: in May 2024, I was handed over to the shelter of Cadela Carlota by the Lagos Kennel, because the kennel was about to be renovated.

My nature: I am looking for someone who will give me a furrever home because I really deserve it. And why? Because I am the sweetest boy at the cat shelter. I love a good cuddle, and I have the cutest eyes you’ll ever see. Please take me home, I will be your best companion!
Chiara

I am a gorgeous calico cat who likes to observe from a distance. I’m the perfect cat for someone who understands that true companionship does not always require physical contact.

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femalesenior

Date of birth: 2014 Gender: female

My life story: I live in the shelter for many, many years, rescued from a life on the street. I’ve lived in the shelter for so many years that I don’t remember my previous life and I consider the shelter my home, where I’ve always been protected!

My nature: I am a gorgeous calico cat who likes to observe from a distance. I’m the perfect cat for someone who understands that true companionship does not always require physical contact. I get on great with other cats and I have a lot of feline friends at the shelter. I like to be nearby and around humans but I’m a bit shy and I don’t love being touched, but who knows? In the environment of a loving home and with patience I might surprise my owners.
Dom Joe

I have one of the cutest faces you’ll ever see. With my big, round eyes and sweet little expression, it’s pretty much impossible not to fall in love with me.

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malejuvenilesponsored

Date of birth: 01.06.2022 Gender: male

My life story: I arrived at the shelter in June 2024. I arrived at the shelter in June 2024. I turned up on a lady’s balcony in a building in Lagos and when they couldn’t find my owner, they gave me to Cadela Carlota.

My nature: I have one of the cutest faces you’ll ever see. With my big, round eyes and sweet little expression, it’s pretty much impossible not to fall in love with me. I love to talk and always make sure my voice is heard - especially when I’m after something. When the shelter is quiet, I’ll come over for cuddles and enjoy some one-on-one time. I’ve got a particular way of doing things and I’m not shy about letting people know what he wants. I’ve been adopted before, but it didn’t work out unfortunately because I don’t enjoy the company of other cats (or they don’t enjoy mine…). I definitely prefer being the only one in the spotlight, soI’m looking for a home where I don’t have to share my humans or my food. I got the looks, the charm, and just the right amount of sass - I’m simply waiting for someone who gets me.
Fiorde

I’ll give lots of love and countless head bumps.

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malejuvenilesponsored

Date of birth: 01.05.2022 Gender: male

My life story: I arrived at the shelter in May 2024, after being abandoned by my owner. I still lived for a while in the building where my owner had her apartment, being fed by a neighbour. Seeing me losing weight and getting worse, she decided to call in the Cadela Carlota volunteers, who took me in.

My nature: I have a strong personality and I don’t like to be at the shelter because it’s a bit too crowded for my taste. I’ve tried it for several months now and it really isn’t for me. I’m getting restless and sometimes just plain sad… At the shelter I have to share everything: my food, the cuddles, my favourite bed, even my litterbox! And I want that all for myself! A furrever home where I’ll be the only cat, or let’s say ‘Lord of the Mansion’. In return I’ll give lots of love and countless head bumps. One thing you must know about me: my beautiful white fur makes me extremely susceptible to skin cancer, especially in the hot Portuguese sun. I can therefore only have limited sunbathing time and having my tips of my ears rubbed with sunscreen as a preventative measure.
Garfield

I take a while to warm up to new people and despite my giant appearance, I am a bit of a scaredy cat.

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maleadult

Date of birth: 2015 Gender: male

My life story: I live in the shelter for many, many years, rescued from a life on the street. I’ve lived in the shelter for so many years that I don’t remember my previous life and I consider the shelter my home, where I’ve always been protected.

My nature: I am a big ginger giant! I have lived at Cadela Carlota for many years, but I’m still weary of new humans. I take a while to warm up to new people and despite my giant appearance, I am a bit of a scaredy cat. I have an eye problem akin to glaucoma. I don’t currently require medication or surgical intervention, but it should be monitored. This doesn’t deter me from living my best giant life.
Kitty

I'm still shy, and a bit scared, but I no longer hide from people and I've even become a bit curious about some of the humans.

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fêmeajoven

Date of birth: 15.05.2022

Gender: female

My life story: my brother Luca and I were taken out of an abusive situation, where our owner sprayed cold water on us , among other bad things. We were taken to Cadela Carlota in September 2022. My brother Luca has since been adopted.

My nature: I still have trouble trusting humans, due to the abuse I was subjected to. However, since I arrived at the shelter, I’ve improved. I’m still shy, and a bit scared, but I no longer hide from people and I’ve even become a bit curious about some of the humans. I’m not aggressive, just a bit fearful and, with patience and the love of a family, I know I can become a more confident kitten. I would love to have a family and a home of my own.
Lourenco

I am called the "royal" Lourenço because I look like a king. I am a very affectionate cat.

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machoadulto

Date of birth: 10.12.2017

Gender: male

My life story: I have been living at the Cadela Carlota shelter for over 7 years. I am FIV positive, but this does not prevent me from living a happy and healthy life. FIV+ cats can live well with other cats as long as all cats are sterilized, vaccinated and get along well.

My nature: I am called the “royal” Lourenço because I look like a king. I am a very affectionate cat and I love to be cuddled. But a shelter should not be a permanent home for a cat. I deserve much more than to spend another seven years here.
Mocas

I am a little shy when meeting new people but once I get to know them, I am a big fluff ball who loves cuddles

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femalejuvenile

Date of birth: 2015 Gender: female

My life story: I live in the shelter for many, many years, rescued from a life on the street. I’ve lived in the shelter for so many years that I don’t remember my previous life and I consider the shelter my home, where I’ve always been protected.

My nature: I am a big girl who loves a good nap! When I arrived at the shelter I was incredibly shy and would hide away from the world in a basket under the wardrobe where no one could find me (or so I thought). I would love to live with a family who’ll give me patience to come out of my shell and show just how loving I can be.
Nikita

I am a big girl who loves to eat! Some might call me 'voluptuous' or 'curvy'.

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fêmeajoven

Date of birth: 07.01.2022 Gender: female

My life story: I was rescued by Cadela Carlota from the streets of Lagos with my 4 kittens in October 2023. All of my babies were adopted but unfortunately, I am still looking for my furrever home. I had spent some time living at the Municipal Kennel and I’m now back at Cadela Carlota.

My nature: I am a big girl who loves to eat! Some might call me ‘voluptuous’ or ‘curvy’. I’m very friendly, both with humans and with my fellow cats. I deserve to find a loving home just like my kittens and hopefully an owner who shares my passion for food.
Nina

I'm affectionate and easy-going and I get on well with other cats.

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fêmeaadulto

Date of birth: 10.04.2016 Gender: female

My life story: My life turned upside down in the summer of 2023 when my owner had to go into a nursing home. And so, me and her friend Baby, who I also lived with, arrived at the shelter together. Baby was adopted some time after but I still remain at the shelter.

My nature: I’m affectionate and easy-going and I get on well with other cats. I’m a bit shy, and I’m still getting used to being cuddled. I’m also a big foodie and the way to my heart is through delicious treats. I am looking for my furrever home and someone who’ll appreciate my peaceful nature.
Robin

I'm a relaxed cat who loves being pampered and lying in the sun.

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machoadulto

Date of birth: 17.01.2020

Gender: male

My life story: I was walking down the street in the Montinhos da Luz area when someone saw me and asked Cadela Carlota for help. My fur was in bad shape and I was injured, so I had to go to the vet. Once I was well enough, I was admitted to the Cadela Carlota cat shelter in January 2024.

My nature: I’m a relaxed cat who loves being pampered and lying in the sun. The volunteers say I’m handsome and I agree. They also say I’m a gentleman and that’s true too. I’ll be a great cat for any family that falls in love with me, as I’m very easy to get along with.
Salsinha

I may seem grumpy at first, but I'm very shy and very sweet.

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fêmeasenior

Date of birth: 2014

Gender: female

My life story: I was adopted from Cadela Carlota as a young girl by an elderly lady and had a happy and healthy home for many years where I lived with another cat who was my best friend. Unfortunately, in 2023, both my best friend and my owner passed away and I was given back to Cadela Carlota.

My nature: When I was handed over to the shelter, I was depressed for many months. I was very scared and spent my time hiding from humans. Recently I’ve started to gain some confidence and come out of my shell. I may seem grumpy at first, but I’m very shy and very sweet. I deserve to feel the love and warmth of a family where I can be a happy cat again.
Simba

I'm a very affectionate cat, sometimes I'm a bit shy, but as soon as I get to know someone better, I'll run up to them to ask for cuddles, with my best meows.

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machoadulto

Date of birth: 13.07.2019 Gender: male

My life story: in 2021 I was dropped off at the shelter with my sister Nala, by my owner, when she had to return to her country of origin for health reasons.

My nature: I’m a very affectionate cat, sometimes I’m a bit shy, but as soon as I get to know someone better, I’ll run up to them to ask for cuddles, with my best meows. As I’m used to being in a house, I like to be in the shelter all the time. If I were adopted, I wouldn’t want to be a cat that could go out on the street. I’m a calm cat and live very well in the comfort of a home, snuggled up in my bed.
Tito

I am a big boy a bit shy at first and I’m still learning to trust humans.

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machoadulto

Date of birth: 2015 Gender: male

My life story: I live in the shelter for many, many years, rescued from a life on the street. I’ve lived in the shelter for so many years that I don’t remember my previous life and I consider the shelter my home, where I’ve always been protected.

My nature: I am a big boy a bit shy at first and I’m still learning to trust humans. I am not an aggressive cat, but I may need some time to warm up. I get on well with other cats at the shelter and I love to eat! I am very respectful towards other cats though and will always let them eat first before starting my own meal. With patience and gentle encouragement, I believe I can become a more trusting cat. I would thrive in a calm, quiet home where I can feel safe and loved.
Zazu

I love sunbathing, getting cuddles, and of course, eating — it’s one of the best parts of my day! I happily come running whenever someone calls me for food.

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machoadultoapadrinhado

Date of birth: 01.05.2018 Gender: male

My life story: I was rescued by volunteers from the association in the parking lot of a supermarket in the Chinicato area, near Odiáxere. I had been wandering there for several days, surviving on food that kind people left for me. Finally, in May 2025, I was taken to the shelter after it became clear that no one was looking for me and I likely didn’t have an owner.

My nature: I’m a very sweet and affectionate cat. I love sunbathing, getting cuddles, and of course, eating — it’s one of the best parts of my day! I happily come running whenever someone calls me for food. I get along well with other cats and with people too. I’ve spent enough time on the streets, and now I just want to find a home where I’ll be loved and well cared for.