Vote for the cutest cats in the US. Meet finalists — and pick your favorites
Some of the cutest cats in the nation are young, while others have earned senior status
Some are cuddly, some are playful. At least one is known to do backflips.
They’re all adorable, without question.
McClatchy Media recently went in search of the cutest cats in the United States, holding contests in California, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas and Washington state.
Local readers voted for the favorite felines. Now the top kitties are facing off against each other for bragging rights as the cutest cat nationwide.
That’s where you come in.
Rally your friends, family members and fellow cat lovers to vote for your favorite feline and help us zero in on a national winner.
Here’s what to do:
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How do I vote in McClatchy’s national cutest cat contest?
Voting in our national cutest cat contest is open now. All you have to do is click on the poll below to start throwing some love at the cat or cats of your choosing.
You can choose from more than two dozen adorable cats.
You may vote as many times as you’d like until voting closes.
When will voting close in the national pet contest?
Voting in McClatchy’s national cat contest ends at 11:59 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13.
Check back on Monday, Nov. 17. That’s when we’ll announce the winner in a story.
Remember: This poll isn’t scientific — it’s for fun!
This story was originally published November 10, 2025 at 8:00 AM with the headline "Vote for the cutest cats in the US. Meet finalists — and pick your favorites."
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