Calico kittens & cats in Saint Helena, California

Found all alone in Napa, Telly came to WCAL from an AT&T maintenance yard as an itty bitty baby who needed to be bottle-fed. You may have seen her on WCAL's social media! Telly is a petite little girl who is 100% athlete. There isn't a surface she can't reach! She's also smart and really fun to share a home with. Every once in a while, Telly even slows down enough to cuddle! She loves her humans and is an amazing young cat. Her foster family has nothing but great things to say about this beautiful and outspoken calico. We're looking for an adopter who agrees and won't mind providing a special diet and attentive care.We had some trouble weaning this little baby from a bottle onto canned food because she wasn't able to keep solids down at first. Telly was spayed and got a nose-to-tail sedated examination of her throat, esophagus, stomach, and intestines. No abnormalities or polyps or physical defects were found, but as she grew up a little bit, we noticed irritated red ulcers on her lips. Her vet confirmed with a biopsy that she's an extra sensitive girl who suffers from indolent ulcers (also called eosinophilic granulomas). These are not painful or itchy, but they can cause difficulty eating and we certainly don't want them to get infected or become a bigger issue for her. Luckily these small ulcers on the lips are usually caused by a food or flea allergy (both of which we can treat!) and this tracks with our observations about Telly's extra sensitive digestive system. She is now eating a special hydrolyzed diet and will need to continue monthly flea meds (even as an indoor-only kitty) to keep her feeling her very best. If you would enjoy sharing your home with an outspoken calico princess and don't mind feeding her a special diet to keep her feeling her best, then we have the kitten for you!This kitten is one of those extra special babies - the ones our volunteers have bottle-raised. Kittens raised by humans are extra comfortable around people and love attention. Since they didn't have the opportunity to be raised by a mama cat, they have zero street smarts and we are looking for a family who is committed to keeping them indoorsonlyfor life. Act fast if you'd like to have a WCAL bottle baby in your family. Follow us on social media for daily updates! View ALL our adoptable pets and apply to adopt on our website: www.WineCountryAnimalLovers.org

GiGi is sponsored by: Michael Snider SNAP Cats rescued GiGI from Palm Springs, CA. This girl is all Calico! And you know what THAT means. Sweet one minute; not so sweet the next. Age has mellowed her a bit, but she still has that edge that makes calicos, well, calicos. The perfect home? A calm, kid-free environment with a high perch and a window to watch the birds outside would be ideal. Oh, and wet food. GiGi LOVES wet food. Gotta have that! The right flavor, of course. Which varies from day to day. Of course. If you’re interested in May please fill out an adoption application at https://www.snapcats.org/category/adoption/catsforadoption/. Thanks.October 15, 2024, 5:39 pm

Gala is sponsored by: Carrie Adams SNAP Cats rescued Gala from Dubai (UAE). Gala is the sweetest cat ever! She cannot get enough attention. Gala’s the first one to greet you when you come in the room, and follows you around looking for pets and rubs. Gala gets along with other cats really well. But don’t know about dogs. If you’re looking for a wonderful companion who wants to be with you all of the time, Gala’s the one for you!October 15, 2024, 5:39 pm

Mary Ann is sponsored by: Cathy Blackstone SNAP Cats rescued Mary Ann from Orland, CA. (bio coming soon)October 15, 2024, 5:39 pm

Babushka is sponsored by:  Glenn Finch SNAP Cats rescued Babushka from Sacramento, CA. (bio coming soon)November 7, 2024, 4:19 pm

Matilde is sponsored by: Alice Weigel SNAP Cats rescued Matilde from Mozambique, Africa. Matilde is a very sweet kitty. She’ll greet you when you come in the room, and solicit pets until it’s enough. She is a Calico after all. Matilde gets along well with other cats or will fit in nicely as an only cat. BTW: Please don't be afraid of FIV. It's nothing. Really. Slightly compromised immune system. That's it. Just like a FIV- cat, Matilde will live a long, healthy life if you take good care of her. Matilde's not aggressive toward other cats so there's no chance of her transmitting it. If you’re interested in Matilde please fill out an adoption application at https://www.snapcats.org/category/adoption/catsforadoption/. Thanks.October 15, 2024, 5:39 pm

Hi, I'm King Richie! I am beloved by most of the cats here at We Care, and I can win your heart too! I am very confident and enjoy time sitting in people laps and soaking up all the attention. Come down and ask to see me today! To apply for adoption, please complete our application: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/WCAR/Cat

Gatsby is a friendly chonk that regularly charms his fellow felines and human visitors. He is a conversationalist with a croaky meow that is both distinctive and delightful. If you're looking for a calm companion always ready for a snuggle, look no further than this burly gentleman. Gatsby has feline leukemia virus (FeLV) and will only be placed in a home with no other cats or with other FeLV+ felines. FeLV can't be transmitted to humans, dogs or other household members. FeLV+ cats live normal, happy lives and, though their lifespan has the potential to be shorter, this virus can be managed in the right home. Please contact our staff to learn more about adopting Gatsby or one of his companions in our FeLV+ community. To apply for adoption, please complete our application: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/WCAR/Cat

Spencer is a confident young cat that would do great in a home with an experienced cat owner and older children. He has a big personality and enjoys his independent time, the occasional wand toy and a couple good spots for napping. Spencer would be an easy companion for someone looking for a low maintenance buddy who is easy on the eyes. To apply for adoption, please complete our application: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/WCAR/Cat