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Kittens and cats in Oceanside, California

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These adorable cats are available for adoption in Oceanside, California. To learn more about each adoptable cat, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Amaretto's adoption status with email updates.
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Amaretto

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Carlsbad, CA
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Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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All of our dogs are spayed/neutered, shots current (DHPP, Bordetella and Rabies where applicable), dewormed, flea and tick treated, and microchipped.  * If you are interested in a dog, please first read the biography on the dog (keep scrolling down for the bio!) and then go to our website, www.dpsrescue.com for an application. Our adoption fees vary. Each biography will specifically list the adoption fee.Amaretto is a 2 year old young lady that one of our volunteers rescued from a precarious life. She was living with her littermates on the street in a high danger zone. We couldn't leave them there, so our volunteer took all of them in to give them a chance at life. Amaretto is a shy girl, it will take her a while to warm up to her humans, but once she does, you have a friend for life. We know she appreciates having been rescued and wants to trust people so badly but it just takes her a little time. She could easily join a home with another cat or cat savvy dog. She is particularly fond of one of her siblings. So if you are interested in adopting a pair, please look at Kahlua's bio as well. They do not need to be adopted together, but if interested in two kitties, they would be a great duo. Because of her initial shyness, we would be open to a foster-to-adopt program with her. If you think she might be the one for you but want to do a trial period to make sure, we can arrange that. She loves her cat tree and soft beds in her foster home. And she is very treat motivated, so that would be a fast track to bonding with her. She just needs a forever person or family to give her a chance. We know her purrfect person will see her post and know she is the one! She has been spayed, tested negative for FIV/FeLV, vaccinated, dewormed, flea treatment applied and microchipped. Her adoption fee is $150.November 5, 2024, 9:13 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Kahlua's adoption status with email updates.
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Kahlua

Domestic Shorthair

Male
Carlsbad, CA
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Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
All of our dogs are spayed/neutered, shots current (DHPP, Bordetella and Rabies where applicable), dewormed, flea and tick treated, and microchipped.  * If you are interested in a dog, please first read the biography on the dog (keep scrolling down for the bio!) and then go to our website, www.dpsrescue.com for an application. Our adoption fees vary. Each biography will specifically list the adoption fee.Kahlua is a 2 year old young man that one of our volunteers rescued from a precarious life. He was living with his littermates on the street in a high danger zone. She couldn't leave them there, so she took all of them in to give them a chance at life. Kahlua is a very sweet boy. He loves to be pet and rubs up against your legs to show his thankfulness to you. He especially loves mealtime, where he is the most vocal. He can't wait to see what's for breakfast, lunch and dinner! He could easily join a home with another cat or cat savvy dog. He is particularly fond of one of his siblings. So if you are interested in adopting a pair, please look at Amaretto's bio as well. They do not need to be adopted together, but if interested in two kitties, they would be a great duo. Kahlua is very playful and would love a cat tree in his new home and lots of toys. We are also looking for a home that will give him a few weeks to settle in as he may present a bit shy at first. And for that reason, we would be open to a foster-to-adopt program with him. If you think he might be the one for you but want to do a trial period to make sure, we can arrange that. Regardless, he is a great guy and deserves the best life ever. Can you make his dreams come true? He has been neutered, tested negative for FIV/FeLV, vaccinated, dewormed, flea treatment applied and microchipped. His adoption fee is $150.November 5, 2024, 9:13 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Cherry's adoption status with email updates.
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Cherry

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Carlsbad, CA
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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All of our dogs are spayed/neutered, shots current (DHPP, Bordetella and Rabies where applicable), dewormed, flea and tick treated, and microchipped.  * If you are interested in a dog, please first read the biography on the dog (keep scrolling down for the bio!) and then go to our website, www.dpsrescue.com for an application. Our adoption fees vary. Each biography will specifically list the adoption fee.Cherry is a 1 year old tortie girl who is as special as they come! Her foster home says she is playful and sweet. She has been living with a couple other resident cats and four large breed dogs in her current foster home, so she is very well socialized and could join pretty much any kind of family dynamic.  She would be a great option for a home that wants a friend for an existing kitty or a cat savvy dog. She would also be fine with children. She would be just as happy being an only cat if you are looking for just one kitty to devote all your time too. She is very easy going. She has a very snuggly personality and loves to sleep with her humans in bed at night. She is confident, affectionate and smart. An all-round great kitty. If you think she is the one you have been searching for, apply to adopt this sweetheart as she is sure to be the 'cherry' on top of all your days! She has been spayed, vaccinated, tested negative for FIV/FeLV, dewormed, flea treatment applied and microchipped. Her adoption fee is $150.November 5, 2024, 9:13 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Damon's adoption status with email updates.
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Damon

Domestic Shorthair

Male
Carlsbad, CA
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Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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All of our dogs are spayed/neutered, shots current (DHPP, Bordetella and Rabies where applicable), dewormed, flea and tick treated, and microchipped.  * If you are interested in a dog, please first read the biography on the dog (keep scrolling down for the bio!) and then go to our website, www.dpsrescue.com for an application. Our adoption fees vary. Each biography will specifically list the adoption fee.Damon is a 4 year old loverboy. He has a very stately stature and gorgeous big eyes. He is very sweet and loves to hang out with his people on the couch while watching TV or snuggling next to them on the bed at night. He also enjoys his cat tree, so that would be a must in his new home. He also is a foodie which has contributed to making him the beautiful big boy he is. He has the sweetest meow. He loves to let you know when he needs some love and will meow at you until you pay attention to him. He's been going to our adoption events for many months now, but he always gets overlooked because he is a little shy in new surroundings. But once he is home and with his people, he is one of the best cats we have. He would love to find his forever home, this fabulous guy has waited long enough. Could he be the one for you? He sure hopes so! Damon has been neutered, vaccinated, tested negative for FIV/FeLV, dewormed, flea treatment applied and microchipped. His adoption fee is $150.November 5, 2024, 9:13 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Drizella's adoption status with email updates.
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Drizella

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 3 mos
Carlsbad, CA
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(when grown) -
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Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Meet Drizella Drizella is Anastasia's sister. They are both pretty black and white DSH kittens who will weigh about 12 lbs when fully grown. Lovely Drizells and her siblings were found when they were just two weeks old by the roadside, starving and weighing just 9 to 10 ounces. Nursed back to health by a dedicated ARRF foster, she and her sister (also on this site) are thriving. When adopted, she will be microchipped. Vaccinations are up to date and she is spayed. There is an adoption fee. If you are looking for a loving, playful companion, Drizella may be just the kitten for you! Call or text Brande at 619.636.1866 to meet her. Let us know if you want to meet her :)
We'll also keep you updated on Shell's adoption status with email updates.
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Shell

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Carlsbad, CA
Size
(when grown) -
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
All of our dogs are spayed/neutered, shots current (DHPP, Bordetella and Rabies where applicable), dewormed, flea and tick treated, and microchipped.  * If you are interested in a dog, please first read the biography on the dog (keep scrolling down for the bio!) and then go to our website, www.dpsrescue.com for an application. Our adoption fees vary. Each biography will specifically list the adoption fee.Shell is the 10 month old mother of our Beach Litter. Simply put, she is just a baby herself. We got a call that a kitty and her little ones were living in some bushes in an apartment complex and were in desperate need of rescue. Our volunteers sprang into action and were able to get Shell and her babies to safety. After a trip to the vet and given the all clear, we placed them into one of our loving foster homes where they have been thriving. Shell has the sweetest personality. She has been so gentle to all the humans that have helped her, its like she knows she's been given a second chance at life. She doesn't have to worry where her next meal is coming from or be anxious about anything hurting her babies. She gets to nap all day and get lots of kisses and cuddles from her foster home. She has just discovered toys and is starting to play. Poor girl hasn't had a chance to be a kitten herself, well now is the time. She would love to have a cat tree in her forever home. Yummy treats and a water fountain. We think she could be a great addition to a home dynamic that has another cat, cat savvy dog or kids. We also think she would be just as content being your one and only. She is very easygoing. She can't wait to meet you. Apply to adopt this spectacular girl today! She has been spayed, tested negative for FIV/FeLV, vaccinated, dewormed, flea treatment applied and microchipped. Her adoption fee is $200.November 5, 2024, 9:13 pm

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Boxers N Birds Animal Rescue Inc.

655 Benet Rd., Oceanside, CA 92058

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San Diego Humane Society - Oceanside Campus (Cats and Small Animals)

572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA 92058

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San Diego Humane Society - Oceanside Campus (Dogs)

2905 San Luis Rey Road, Oceanside, CA 92058

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SPOT (Saving Pets One at a Time)

3784 Mission Ave Ste 148-356, Oceanside, CA 92058

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Meow or Never - California

Oceanside, CA 92056

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ARRF (Animal Rescue Resource Foundation)

(we're a FOSTER program; NO SHELTER!), Carlsbad, CA 92011

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Doggie Protective Services (DPS) - Carlsbad

Carlsbad, CA 92011

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Spay Mexico, Inc.

Vista, CA 92083

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Love Your Feral Felines

1929 W Vista Way, Space C, Vista, CA 92083

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SoCal Rescue Tails

Vista, CA 92083

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