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Grace

Bombay

Female, young

Columbus, OH

Color
All Black
Size
(when grown) -
Details
House-trained
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Cat InformationMeet Grace, an irresistibly cute 8-month-old black kitten with captivating yellow eyes that will melt your heart. At first, she might be a bit shy, but don’t let her initial hesitation fool you—once she feels comfortable, she blossoms into a loving and affectionate companion. Grace absolutely loves head scratches, and when she’s in the mood, she’ll roll over, inviting belly rubs with an adorable little wiggle. Her playful side shines through as she eagerly chases after any small toy she can find. A true foodie at heart, Grace never turns down wet food, and mealtime quickly becomes her favorite part of the day. With a little patience and a lot of love, Grace will soon become your most loyal and endearing feline friend!Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.March 20, 2025, 10:06 pm
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Loki

American Shorthair

Male, young

Blacklick, OH

Color
Tan or Fawn
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids
Not good with dogs
House-trained
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Loki is a cuddle bug who loves to eat and sleep. He loves to play and do parkour off his cat tree. I unfortunately have to rehome him due to my schedule picking up and i want to find him a home that will love him just as much as mine did.
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Archie

American Shorthair

Male, adult

Powell, OH

Color
Orange or Red Tabby
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
House-trained
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Archie is beautiful and soft almost 4 year old orange kitty. He’s house trained, friendly and loving. We previously had a medium sized senior dog and another cat that he was friendly with and got along great with until they passed away last year. He’s had his regular shots and doctor visits every year and has no health issues. He enjoys being inside and looking out windows or snuggling on the couch. No problems with scratching as we have always kept one of those perforated cardboard scratching block toys in our living space. Archie must be re-homed due to our 2nd daughter having severe allergies to cats that we cannot overcome. We will miss him dearly and need to ensure he has a proper home and will also be including a generous supply of his kitty food to come along, all free of charge. Thank you for your consideration of our little loving Archie.
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Freya

American Shorthair

Female, adult

Reynoldsburg, OH

Color
Black & White or Tuxedo
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Not good with kids
Not good with dogs
Not good with cats
Needs special attention
Needs experienced adopter
House-trained
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Freya is a very sweet, determined, but temperamental girl. She was originally found nearly abandoned (someone came occasionally to throw food in the front door) in an apartment with another cat. They were alone together often on for about two weeks before discovery. She’s very loyal to the parent. She deans her favorite, but seems to be very nervous around anyone else in the home or new friends although she is generally nice to them. She has never created an issue with children, but likes to stay clear from them at all possibilities. She does well with other cats however she is very, very particular about wanting a clean litter box and will act out if it is not to her standards with that said she may do Best as the only animal in the home. When she warms up, she will make a great companion, very loving, very loyal and loves to cuddle.
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Simba

American Shorthair

Female, young

Columbus, OH

Color
All Black
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids
Good with cats
House-trained
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Simba is great, loving cat. She absolutely loves cuddling and is amazing with my toddler!
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Milo & Murphy

American Shorthair

Male, adult

Columbus, OH

Color
Orange or Red
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids
Not good with dogs
Good with cats
House-trained
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Milo and his brother Murphy were born on a farm in the summer of 2021. Milo is inquisitive, snuggly, and incredibly good around kids. He loves to play, and he loves finding new spots in the house to enjoy. His favorite activities are spending time on a window perch watching the birds and wrestling with his brother. Murphy is the more reserved of the two and is perfectly content to snuggle on any lap or blanket available. He can be shy around new visitors, but warms up quickly. He loves anyone new he meets. His favorite activities are finding new cozy spots around the house, napping, and romping around. We have two children, and between our full-time work schedules do not have the time to spend with our cats. We would prefer both the cats to stay together in their next home. Both cats are up to date on shots, neutered, and have never had health concerns. They do NOT like dogs. They are indoor cats. We will give everything for the cats from our home to their next owners.
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Dad

American Shorthair

Male, adult

Columbus, OH

Color
All Black
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Not good with kids
Good with cats
Needs special attention
Needs experienced adopter
House-trained
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Dad was found with his girlfriend and two kittens in an unsafe area by S IH-35. He got along well with his girlfriend and kittens, but they were scooped up and found homes. Dad was fixed and put back on the streets before anyone noticed how friendly he was! A nice human stepped in and noticed his health was deteriorating outside and had no constant source of food or water. He was taken inside to focus on his health. Turns out, he LOVES being around people! Dad thinks toys are ok but prefers getting pets and sitting next to a loving human or snuggling at night! Although Dad tested positive for FIV (weakened immune system), FIV cats tend to have normal life spans when cared for and the majority never experience complications. FIV is only transmitted to other cats through blood transfusions and serious penetrating bite wounds. FIV cannot be transmitted to humans or other animals. Dad would be the healthiest as an indoor cat but a bonus to have access to an enclosed outdoor space.
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Percy

American Shorthair

Male, kitten

Columbus, OH

Color
Gray, Blue or Silver Tabby
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids
Good with cats
House-trained
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Percy is 5 months (born September 2). He's a very sweet, loving, and affectionate boy. He's playful (climbing & parkour apparently lol), fairly verbal. Loves to cuddle & be with his brother. I would prefer to keep them together, but he'd be okay with his person or with a friend!
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Rory

American Shorthair

Male, adult

Columbus, OH

Color
Orange or Red
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with dogs
Good with cats
House-trained
Spayed or Neutered
Story
Rory was born outside to a stray that we were feeding. After a few months, he invited himself into the house. He enjoys being outside, loves to play but is rather shy. I believe he would very much enjoy being a barn cat or with a lot more time and one on one than we can give him, a very good indoor/outdoor cat. He gets along very well with cats and dogs but since he has had limited serious attention, probably would not be a good cat for a family with young children that might scare him or break what little trust he has. He's a bit skittish so I don't believe that would be very good for him. I think he would do well with someone calm and dedicated to bringing him out of his shell. He is mostly unvetted though he is neutered. He likes pets and treats and what cat doesn't like chinny scritches?
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Moonie

American Shorthair

Female, young

Columbus, OH

Color
Gray, Blue or Silver Tabby
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Moonie is our second pet, a sweet and affectionate cat we received from a friend after she was born. She’s about 6-8 months old and craves attention and love. Unfortunately, a family member isn’t too fond of her and wants us to find her a new home. Our only wish is for Moonie to be welcomed into a caring and loving family where she’ll be cherished.
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Miley

American Shorthair

Female, young

Columbus, OH

Color
Brown Tabby
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids
Not good with dogs
Good with cats
Needs experienced adopter
House-trained
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Hi, My name is Miley. My current mommy got me the day she moved into her own place back in July 2021. I've been spoiled ever since. I was the only child in the house. I got to sleep in the bed, play all day, and watch tv. But mom got busy with work and then suddenly got me a sibling. A dog sister that I didn't ask for. While my favorite thing is to sit in the window and sun bathe, I'm no fan of my sister and can't stand her. I asked mom if I could move out as I'm about 4 years old now. As much as mom doesn't want me to, she gave me the thumbs up to find a new home that is just right for me. Hope to meet my new parents soon!
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Pallas

American Shorthair

Female, adult

Delaware, OH

Color
Tan or Fawn Tabby
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
House-trained
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Pallas is sweet and loving. I adopted her about 3 years ago, but I’m renting and my landlord won’t allow a pet. She’s great with my mom’s two smaller dogs and cat - we lived in the home with them for two years and she loved hanging out with the dogs! She likes to be held and will cuddle up with you on the sofa. She’s vocal and likes to have chats, which makes her great company for a single person. She’s well behaved, litter trained and not a scratcher.
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Adopting a British Shorthair

Frequently asked questions about acquiring an British Shorthair - the pros and cons of adopting versus going through a breeder, and associated costs.

British Shorthair cats are often expensive due to the breed’s popularity; there is a high demand for them.

British Shorthair cats cost from $75 to $100 when adopted through a rescue or shelter. If you buy a British Shorthair from a breeder, it can cost between $1,500 and $2,000.

The easiest way to get a British Shorthair is by adopting it through a rescue that specializes in the breed. Start with a breed search on Adopt a Pet, which will point you to all the available British Shorthairs in your area.

British Shorthair fun facts

Fun Facts:

The British Shorthair was the inspiration for John Tenniel's illustration of the Cheshire Cat in Alice in Wonderland.

The British Shorthair became so popular thanks to the "father" of the cat fancy, Harrison Weir, who in the mid-1800s made grand gestures to render this a well-respected breed.

After World War II, the British Shorthair was nearly extinct, and was revitalized thanks to cross-breeding with Persian and Russian Blues, which is what led to blue becoming the dominant color of this breed.

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British Shorthair Breed Guide

Before you adopt, learn everything about British Shorthair types to temperament and health issues to popular British Shorthair mixes in our Breed 101 Guides.