My name is Amaya!

Posted 1 month ago | Updated 3 days ago

Cared for by Kitten Rescue

Adoption process

Submit Application

Approve Application

Meet the Pet

Home Check

Sign Adoption Contract

Adoption fee: $150

This helps Kitten Rescue with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed

Domestic Shorthair

Color

Cream or Ivory

Age

2 years 6 months old, Adult

Sex

Female

Pet ID

6388

Hair Length

–

My details

Spayed / Neutered

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Amaya is a stunning, affectionate cat with a royal air. She carries herself like a queen but plays like a wild hunter, pouncing on toys with laser focus. One moment, she’s daintily grooming herself; the next, she’s stalking a toy mouse like a jungle cat. She loves chin scratches, watching me do my makeup, and curling up near your legs at night.

She was part of Mama Kitty’s third and final litter, making her the youngest of the original 10 kittens I suddenly found myself raising. Mama Kitty had three litters, leaving them all in my care before vanishing. I worked hard to find them homes—some were adopted, two disappeared, and I kept three. Then, Amaya and Taquito had four kittens of their own. Out of that litter, Amber stayed, completing their little family. Now, they live alongside the three cats I officially adopted from the 14, but I know Amaya and her little family need a space of their own where they can truly thrive.

Amaya has a sweet but independent nature. She asks for attention on her terms—meowing gently for pets but also enjoying her personal space. Loud noises startle her, but she always bounces back. She’s not just beautiful; she’s affectionate, playful, and full of personality.
As a mother, she still grooms Amber occasionally but also lets her be independent. She’s bonded with both Amber and Taquito, so ideally, they’ll be adopted together. If separated, she needs a home with other friendly cats.

Amaya deserves a home that will appreciate her gentle yet playful spirit.
Could Amaya be your new queen? Don’t forget to check out Taquito (KR ID#: KRLA-A-6386) and Amber (KR ID#: KRLA-A-6389), too!
Follow @backyardkittens for videos and photos of Amaya and her adorable family!

If you are interested in learning more about this kitty or in adopting her please email her foster parent: Jocie.sales@gmail.com

Rescue

Kitten Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID

6388

Contact

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Phone

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mail@kittenrescue.org

Website

http://www.kittenrescue.org

Address

3519 Casitas Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90039

Donation

Donate to This Rescue

Their adoption process

1.
Submit Application

2.
Approve Application

3.
Meet the Pet

4.
Home Check

5.
Sign Adoption Contract

Includes fee payment

Additional adoption info

We adopt animals to homes in the Los Angeles area and neighboring counties.
Our cat adoption questionnaire https://kittenrescue.org/adopt/cat-adoption-form/ is first step of our adoption process, which also includes a home visit, the signing of an adoption contract, and payment of our adoption fee.
Adoption Fees
$150 for a kitten or cat up to 10 years old, or $250 if you adopt a pair.
Cats above 10 years old have a fee reduction of 50%, for an adoption fee of $75 each.
Our dog adoption fee depends on the dog breed and age.

Adoption application

https://kittenrescue.org/adopt/cat-adoption-form/

Go meet their pets

While appointments to visit the Kitten Rescue are encouraged, walk-ins are always welcome! Make sure you complete the Cat Adoption Questionnaire here online prior to visiting us. To schedule an appointment please email manager@kittenrescue.org. (Please note we may be closed or have modified hours on holidays; email us to check.)

3519 Casitas Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90039
HOURS OF OPERATION
Sunday: 10am–6pm
Monday: 10am–6pm
Tuesday: 10am–6pm
Wednesday:10am–6pm
Thursday: 10am–6pm
Friday: 10am–6pm
Saturday: 10am–4pm
Many of our kitties live in foster homes and can be visited at one of our four weekly adoption events or by arranging directly with the foster.

More about this rescue

Kitten Rescue is a non-profit, volunteer-run organization devoted to finding loving homes for unwanted, homeless cats and kittens. We rescue cats and kittens from the streets of Los Angeles and from City Shelter euthanasia. Since our start in 1997, we have grown into one of the largest, most well-respected animal welfare groups in LA.

Kitten Rescue volunteers adopt out over 2,000 cats and kittens into homes every year. We educate the public about responsible pet guardianship, how to care for kittens and cats, and the importance of spaying and neutering. Kitten Rescue makes educational material available via events, print, school presentations and here on our website. We also provide Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) assistance for communities in and around Los Angeles, and teach people how to manage and care for feral cat colonies.