Absolutely adorable! We had some extra time in the area, so we decided to stop by to see some kitties. After getting the rundown of the rules and information, we paid and placed our shoes in the front area. (It's socks only, so my husband borrowed a pair of slippers, as we hadn't pre-planned footwear for our visit.) Once inside, there were so many kitties to visit and plenty of places to relax. It's clear that the cats and facility are very well cared for, as even the floors and corners were being meticulously cleaned during our visit. Visitors are asked to utilize the hand sanitizer when moving between the spaces to minimize potential infections. The cats were relaxed and comfortable with many spaces to run and nap. An orange fluffy girl was being a hissy diva to the other cats, but she absolutely loved people. She crawled into my lap and made it her throne for a while. There's also a separate room for the kittens with plenty of toys for play. They went absolutely bonkers for the wand toys and found cozy spots for naps when they were all tired out. We really enjoyed our visit, and we would definitely return in the future for an afternoon of kitty snuggles. read more

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I love coming here with my friends. The owner, Ms. Mo, who is also a veteran, is the sweetest person. She cries every time a cat gets adopted because she becomes so attached, which honestly makes the place even more special. I am also really impressed by how clean the cafe is. I have been to several other cat cafes, and they usually smell at least a little, but this one does not at all. There are plenty of toys to play with the cats, a kitten room, and a quiet room, which I really appreciate. It gives cats with certain personalities a chance to relax away from others when things feel overwhelming. The George Mason volunteers are incredibly thoughtful and kind to the cats, and they even learn every cat's name, even if they are only volunteering for a short time. Most of the cats were rescued from Kuwait and had been placed on kill lists simply for being labeled "ugly" or for having disabilities. I really love that no cat is overlooked here and that everyone is welcome. Even the bathroom has adorable sticky notes reminding you that you are beautiful. Patriot Pawsabilities is definitely my favorite cat cafe, and it is very affordable too. I highly recommend stopping by. They even post monthly activities on Facebook, like yoga or movie nights, which makes it even more fun to visit. read more

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Had a fun visit here yesterday. While it's on the pricey side, they do offer discounts for a lot of age and job categories, so that was nice. Workers are very nice, there were lots of cats to interact with, the space is big, and there's a separate room for kittens. Would recommend for anyone who likes cats and/or is thinking of adopting--most of the cats are adoptable! read more

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A cat café that seems to like rules more than it likes people. I stopped by with my 3-year-old, who's calm and gentle, thinking we might spend a few minutes with the cats and maybe meet one to adopt. Instead, we were turned away because children aren't allowed on weekdays. Sure, I'm sure that policy is listed somewhere in the small print. But if your goal is to encourage adoption, maybe start by welcoming the kinds of people who actually adopt pets -- families, not just weekend customers with coffee. The inconsistency (kids allowed on weekends, banned mid-week) makes the rule feel less about the cats and more about convenience. If compassion is supposed to be the brand, it didn't show up here. read more

Attended a cat-themed bingo night here and really loved it! The perfect way for my wife and I to spend a quiet Pride night. When our friends invited us for a night meow-t (sorry) here we were a bit wary - after all, we didn't want to cheat on our two very large, very lovable cats at home. We were pleasantly surprised by how much we enjoyed the experience, and we only sort of felt guilty for ditching our fuzzy friends. Patriot Pawsibilities is not a cat cafe - it's a cat lounge, so no food is directly available here, but their policy does say you can bring your own items from local shops. For Cat Bingo, light snacks and refreshments were provided, and perhaps they'll do further events with food in the future. These cats are very, very well cared for. They have tubes, tunnels, and ledges all over the walls and ceilings for them to explore, tons of cat trees, a literal cat tree in the center of the room (basically a large tree-shaped set of shelves for the kitties to climb), hammocks, chairs, you name it. Kittens and newbies are kept in a separate room that has slightly different rules. The staff explained their kitty quarantine protocols, which sounded very thorough. And they rescue cats from ALL over. Literally, they had just taken in a litter of kitties shipped in from Kuwait. These are clearly very passionate cat people, and cat people are my people. I was surprised by how friendly and loving all the cats were - probably because they're able to relax knowing they're so well-cared for. We especially bonded with Lol, Bulldog, and Bojangles, and spent a lot of time playing with some of the younger cats, including a little guy named Barnacle. Sunny, a cat recovering from a coyote attack, has his own separate room where you can go and pay tribute as he is a very brave and handsome man. All of the cats, to my knowledge, are adoptable. Sadly, our two 18-pound kitties do not have any room in their hearts to welcome a new brother or sister into the family. A small shop out front sells cat-themed merchandise. We bought a "Fat Cat Fan Club" pin, and some handmade catnip toys as recompense for our friends not so patiently waiting back home. I will definitely be keeping my eye out for more events here. There are so many possibilities. Cat trivia? Screening of the 2019 film Cats while petting cats? Pints and Pets? Wine tasting with cats? I'm not sure if a cat rescue can obtain a liquor license, but if they ever do, I'm here for it. read more

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this review is long overdue, but we are so thankful and happy to have found Patriot Pawsibilities! It's not the typical cat cafe but more of a large foster home for cats and kittens that need a forever home. Mo, the owner, is very dedicated and passionate in keeping a clean, safe, and welcoming environment. The cats are well fed, has plenty of toys, and time to rest and socialize. After 3 visits to play and learn about the adoption process, we adopted a bonded pair of cats from the lounge in mid-August. The lounge works with two rescue organizations that regularly provide cats with vet care. We were provided with the cats' past vet records and open communication on how to best get them to acclimate to our home. Highly recommend them for those in the DMV area looking to adopt cats! read more

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Plenty of cats to cuddle . Great experience. Only wish there were weekend times for the younger age group.

I'm not a pet person, but my kids have been asking for a pet so I wanted to explore the idea of a cat since I think one of them is allergic to dogs. The pics online/social were so cute so I was kind of excited to come. We called for a reservation which is highly recommended and they may turn people away. I think that is best given there are not a lot of cats at times (or they are shy hiding) and its good to have space to spread out. A handful of cats were more friendly/social and would come by, several were napping. I was a bit worried that my kids would not know how to act but they were very sweet with the cats. The main worker explained rules and came by with reminders about time and also if we wanted to go into the smaller kitten section. The place was very clean and did not have any smells which surprised me pleasantly. During week the lower age limit is 4 years old and weekend is 7 years old which I think its appropriate. It's relatively pricey but I think its for a good cause and experience. We will probably come by a few more times, I hope. You can bring in your own food, and there is one big table and several chairs spread out. I would be careful though because the cats have free reign to jump anywhere. read more

This was my second time going to a cat cafe; I went to mt purnnon a couple months ago, which cost $20 per person. As of July 2022, the price here was $17 per person here (it was a couple dollars cheaper for my sister and mom due to healthcare and student discounts) and this was my first time here, I came with my sister and mom . This place had more cats and was spacious. Since it was a weekday and around lunch time, it wasn't too busy, and we were helped quickly. I didn't have socks since I was wearing sandals, and they said it's a "shoe free zone" so you have to wear socks so it's really nice that they provide some in case someone doesn't have any. Since my mom is over 62 she didn't have to wear socks they said, and they described all the rules of care and caution to us before going in. My only critique is that on their website there is no pricing and no online booking System. The woman said that you have to call to book a slot/appt, so if you want to go on weekends that is your best bet! The cats were so cute and it was a nice variety of ages and activity levels, there's lots of seating and they clean regularly throughout the visit so this wasn't enough for me to want to take off a star, but it would be nice. :) I definitely recommend this location! read more

I absolutely loved this place. Went here with my boyfriend and it was so much fun. The cats-- as well as the employees-- were super friendly. I would absolutely recommend coming here! It's affordable, fun, and so super cute. read more

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Discovered one of my favorite places to be! We are cat owners and are considering another, and Patriot Pawsibilities is a great place to get to know different cat personalities to see what is the right fit. However, don't get attached! The cats may already be adopted. The place is immaculately clean, has extremely friendly and helpful staff. Also, I appreciate that they had slippers/socks that were super clean to wear inside the actual cat lounge. There are so many cats all over the place in different nooks and crannies. This is good for kids if they can follow rules to respect cats' space (e.g., no hand inside the tunnels, no disturbing sleeping cats, no picking up -- only adults, walking only). It was good for my kids who are familiar with cats and great way to spend an hour soaking in new kitty love. The staff will let you know when your hour is up. Highly recommend reserving a time slot. Thanks for a great experience! read more

My daughter and I love going to Patriot Pawsabilities! Very dedicated employees and very sweet cats! Such a great place to spend time with the cats if you can't have one of your own or search for a pet. I love how the business gives discounts to military, first responders and students. Highly recommend!! read more

Sooooo fun!!!! Super clean! All around a perfect experience!!!! Me and my kids super enjoyed our visit!!!!

My experience here was great! The owner is so nice. I love that all cats here are adoptable and that they are socialized from the guests that come in and being around lots of different cats. You can pay a small fee that goes to the adoptable animals and workers there to play with adorable kittens and cats!!! This place is amazing. read more

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As much as I love kitty's , I travel too much to be able to be a pet owner . So whenever Mini and I want to cuddle some kitties we head over to this place. There is a kitten room and a cat room . We like to spend time in both . All the kittys are up for adoption here and it's great that you get to be in an environment that allows you to interact with them . They do charge a per hour fee and they do only allow so many younger kids in at a time so that it's not too chaotic for the animals . If bringing a little one , be sure to make reservations in advance . read more

Patriot Pawsabilities - Pet Adoption Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

This was such a fun experience!!! The cats were so cute and fun to play with, the hour really goes by fast! The pass prices are very affordable and worth it. Especially for students! Definitely coming back soon. :) read more

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We love Patriot Pawsabilities! The staff is so friendly and they take excellent care of the cats. They helped us find our new fur baby and we couldn't be more happier! Highly recommend going and enjoying with the cats even if you can't adopt one. read more

Patriot Pawsabilities - Are new Cat! - Pet Adoption Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

This place takes after the "cat cafes" that are so popular in Japan. Clean, friendly, very easy to hang out and pet a cute kittie. Really a nice set up! You can bring in food and drink or buy a soda/water inside during your stay. There were about 21 cats when we visited, plus 5 9-week old kittens in the kitten room. Great experience. read more

Love this place! I found so many lovely kitties and I miss them dearly (got adopted) students get discounts which is great for me as Mason student. Staff is very friendly! I highly recommend this place. read more

I spend more time here than I should considering finals are in 3 weeks. The owner is so sweet and an amazing woman to start such an amazing organization to increase the adoption rate of local cats and kittens. The cats and kittens are so cute! 100% recommend. I'm in love read more

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Cute place! They have many many cats. They lay down the rules for you in the beginning, but it is super chill and relaxing! You are welcome to bring food of your own and give discounts to GMU students! They have a bunch of tables and desks to work on and board games/puzzles! read more

Patriot Pawsabilities - His little corner!! - Pet Adoption Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

I went to the cat lounge just for fun and was immediately greeted by the sweetest lady who worked there. She told me about the place, how long they'd been open, told me about some of the cats. She was very informative and very friendly. The cats were so cute and most enjoyed the company. Others were shy which is to be expected. It's a great little place. Highly recommend. read more

A purrtastic place to hang out and meet some pawsome cats and kittens!!! Hhe owner, Mo, is an amazing veteran with a heart of gold! read more

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Our first outing as a family since Covid started! Such a great place to visit and enjoy the kittens/cats. The owner is great and made us feel right at home. My boys enjoyed using the cat toys to play with the cats. The volunteers were helpful. Such a wonderful place to visit. Covid precautions are present. read more

Patriot Pawsabilities - Pee Wee our favorite :) - Pet Adoption Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

all of the staff and kitties are wonderful! love how it's a lounge as oppose to a shelter so you get to interact with all the cats at once and truly get a feel for which one is right for you read more

Patriot Pawsabilities - Pet Adoption Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Perfect place to de-stress, hang out with cats, or look for one to bring home! Worth the $15! Will be coming here again.

This is such a fantastic place to hang out! Being able to chill with cats and kittens in a no-pressure atmosphere is exactly what our community needed. Students can bring their laptops and coffees and sit back on big comfy couches and study or write in the company of lovable cats. It's also a fantastic place to bring a date, meet up with friends, or simply visit with cats and kittens to kick back and relax. Have a blast with your friends over the many board games available for use. The fee to hang out here is nominal compared to the amount of love therapy the cats have to offer. While here, I heard they also host movie nights and even offer their space to rent for small events! read more

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This place may be a little hard to spot because it just recently opened. The place is fairly spacious. Inside is a kitty cat's paradise with wall to wall tunnels, cat steps and decorations. It's filled with various cat toys and beds all for the sole comfort of its residents. There is also a separate area designated for kittens. There is a fee to enter and interact with the kitties and it doesn't sell food but you can bring your own. Cat lovers should def come and support this place! read more

Had a great time! You need to bring socks as you are not allowed to wear shoes inside, but inside was clean and we had ton of interactions with cats. Maybe I was lucky, but lot of cats were playful and friendly. I'll be coming back regularly. read more

We had such a great time today at this Cat Cafe, there were a multitude of super socialized and sweet cats, and the employees were nothing but kind and great to talk to. I will definitely be coming back here, the space is in great condition, the animals have plenty of room and things to play with, and clean water and food. Definitely check it out!! read more

This place is a very chill place to hang out and visit cats! There's 21 cats here at the moment! Some of them are asleep, but the more you play with one, the more seem to come out of hiding and join in. You can either sit on one of the chairs/couches and wait for a cat to snuggle up, or you can grab a cat toy and just play around with them as you watch them be hunters. Definitely worth the $15 if you can't have cats at your house! read more

Patriot Pawsabilities - Nutmeg in the foreground being sassy, wanting to play Cornhole. - Pet Adoption Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Really cute concept and cats and employees are lovely but man does it stink in here!! Like absolutely stinks- it was hard to fully enjoy the experience :( Owners need to use odor absorbers or scented litter or air purifiers because it smells so bad. read more

Fewer cats than people. What is up with this place? Lackadaisical employees, my 86 year old mother got zero attention and zero cat interaction. I hope that the kitties make out okay, but 45 bucks to watch employees ignore us seems wrong. read more

A CAT CAFE where you can just hang out with cats and relax (aka my new favorite place)! You can bring in your own snacks and drinks to enjoy while you play with the kitties. A great place to take a break from studying and get a much needed dose of kitty love! Why not support a great cause while playing with cats?! read more

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My son really wanted to go to a cat cafe for his birthday, so we made a reservation for a private party for an hour (we were able to have up to 10 guests for $125). This gave us time for our family to play with the kitties, and also have time to enjoy the cupcakes we brought. It was the last hour on a Sunday evening, and they graciously let us stay while they were cleaning up and feeding the cats their dinner. A great place to visit if you enjoy cats, especially if you are looking to adopt, as most of the cats there are available for adoption. We are not ready to adopt another cat just yet, but we will definitely be back when we are. read more

Great environment! Way more spacious and accommodating compared to other cat lounge/cafes in the dmv area. The staff is super friendly and they care about the health and safety of the animals before anything else. read more

Fun! We loved that this place doesn't smell/stink. The cats have many options to play, sleep or escape. The kitten room was the highlight for sure. The owners/workers seem to really care about the cats welfare. Please note: it's a little tricky to find the location as it's on the backside of the mall. read more

Extraordinary place to rest, relax, and reduce everyday stress by playing with adoptable cats and kittens! The Ryan Family has performed an exceptional service by creating a safe place for Anyone who wants to intermingle with a "herd of loving cats" and truly heal through pet therapy! Thank you for an incredible experience! We will be back again & again!! read more

This cat cafe is so friendly!! And easy to get to. Tons of parking. The staff are so kind!

We love this place! Unfortunately we can't have a cat because my husband is allergic. But my son loves cats. I took him here to play with the cats. Wonderful environment, super friendly owner and you can tell the cats (and kittens) are well loved and taken care of. I wish my husband wasn't allergic so we could adopt one. read more