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Kittens and cats in Asheville, North Carolina

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We'll also keep you updated on zz S'mores's adoption status with email updates.
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zz S'mores

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Candler, NC
Size
(when grown) -
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Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Attention: This is a courtesy posting only! This pet is NOT available through Mountain Pet Rescue.  Please do NOT contact MPR for information about the pet or apply to adopt this pet on the MPR website.  Contact dfludovico55@gmail.com for more information or to adopt the pet.S'mores enjoys lounging on the couch and snacking on yummy treats.  Looking out the window and napping are his favorite past times.  He will approach and meow for pets and scratches.  He gets along with our dogs.  Mild nipping may occur if you try to remove him from a comfy spot or scratch him too much.  Brief pets are best.  He is curious and likes small dark spaces and bathtubs.  He is also shy at first, but will warm up quickly to friendly treat givers.S'mores also has a tower, beds, litter box, litter genie and toys. Contact me today at dfludovico55@gmail.com to learn more about handsome S'mores! All Mountain Pet Rescue (Asheville) animals are up-to-date on vaccinations, spayed/neutered and micro-chipped before adoption. Contact the foster parent or Mountain Pet Rescue at pets@mpravl.org for more information. Please note that visual breed identification of companion animals has been proven to be unreliable, so for most of our animals we provide a best guess at predominant breed or breed mix. We get to know each of our animals as an individual and do our best to describe and place pets based on personality not breed label. Mountain Pet Rescue is a 501(c)(3) non-profit tax deductible charity (EIN 82-3039637) located in Asheville, NC. November 4, 2024, 12:25 am
We'll also keep you updated on Sunshine's adoption status with email updates.
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Sunshine

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Candler, NC
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with cats, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
SUNSHINE is FIV+.  This means she has a compromised immune system.  She can live just fine with other cats, without concern that they will get it as long as they get along and there are no deep bite wounds causing major trauma....which shouldn't be a problem since Sunshine likes other cats.  She should live indoors only because being outside would expose her to unnecessary disease and illness.  She can live a full, long life, but it will be important to have her seen by her vet at early signs of illness due to the compromised immune system.  Sunshine was a young, outside cat prior to coming to Mountain Pet Rescue with her 1-day-old kittens.  She was very frightened the first 24-48 hours....then she discovered how awesome her foster family's touch was and she melted.  As she got more comfortable in her space, she was eager for her foster family to come into the foster room each day so she could soak up all the attention she could get.  While anxious about quick movements, she will seek out attention once she is comfortable.  She likes rubs here, rubs there and rubs everywhere, even her tummy.  She also makes some pretty great biscuits while she is enjoying the attention.  She wants to give you nose bumps, but tends to want to take the lead there and gets anxious if you try to give her a kiss on the head when she isn't expecting it.  Then she scoots backwards out of the way.  She gets anxious about being held, but her foster mom got her up to 30 seconds at a time before she wiggled down.  She started climbing onto her foster mom's lap too, but hadn't yet decided laying in the lap was perfect.  I do think she was getting closer though.  To meet Sunshine, complete our adoption application and an adoption counselor will call you to schedule a meet and greet with this sweet girl!  All cats are spayed/neutered, up to date on age appropriate vaccines, microchipped, FELV/FIV tested, dewormer and started on monthly flea preventative. All Mountain Pet Rescue (Asheville) animals are up-to-date on vaccinations, spayed/neutered and micro-chipped before adoption. Contact the foster parent or Mountain Pet Rescue at pets@mpravl.org for more information. Please note that visual breed identification of companion animals has been proven to be unreliable, so for most of our animals we provide a best guess at predominant breed or breed mix. We get to know each of our animals as an individual and do our best to describe and place pets based on personality not breed label. Mountain Pet Rescue is a 501(c)(3) non-profit tax deductible charity (EIN 82-3039637) located in Asheville, NC. December 10, 2024, 12:47 am
We'll also keep you updated on Bonded pair's adoption status with email updates.
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Bonded pair

American Shorthair

Male, Adult
Candler, NC
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(when grown) -
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Not good with dogs, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered,
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We'll also keep you updated on Himalia's adoption status with email updates.
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Himalia

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Candler, NC
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Himalia is a confident and spunky cat. She loves to cuddle, play, watch birds through the window or rest quietly in a sunbeam. She is very adventurous and loves to explore every corner of her surroundings. Himalia did very well when first meeting other cats in her foster home. She has been living with Elara in foster care while her other two siblings are in another foster home.Meet siblings Elara, Pandia, Leda and Himalia at PetSmart, Bleachery Blvd, from 12-4pm on Saturday during our weekly adoption event.  All cats are spayed/neutered, up to date on age appropriate vaccines, microchipped, FELV/FIV tested, dewormed and started on monthly flea preventative.  Apply to adopt to be the first to schedule a meet and greet.  They should be ready for adoption by 2/1. All Mountain Pet Rescue (Asheville) animals are up-to-date on vaccinations, spayed/neutered and micro-chipped before adoption. Contact the foster parent or Mountain Pet Rescue at pets@mpravl.org for more information. Please note that visual breed identification of companion animals has been proven to be unreliable, so for most of our animals we provide a best guess at predominant breed or breed mix. We get to know each of our animals as an individual and do our best to describe and place pets based on personality not breed label. Mountain Pet Rescue is a 501(c)(3) non-profit tax deductible charity (EIN 82-3039637) located in Asheville, NC. February 1, 2025, 12:09 am
We'll also keep you updated on Farleigh's adoption status with email updates.
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Farleigh

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Candler, NC
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
INDOOR/OUTDOOR/ONLY PET:  Farleigh is a sleek panther who is looking for his forever home...one where he doesn't have other animals to be bothered by and where he can go outside! He's a free spirit who will be happiest in a home where he can come and go as he pleases; he just isn't made for the indoor-only life or life with other pets to share you with! If you're looking for a indoor/outdoor cat who is handsome and sweet (with people), you can't go wrong with Farleigh!Meet Farleigh by completing the adoption application to schedule a meet and greet.  All cats are spayed/neutered, current on age appropriate vaccines, FELV/FIV tested, microchipped, dewormed and started on monthly flea preventative. All Mountain Pet Rescue (Asheville) animals are up-to-date on vaccinations, spayed/neutered and micro-chipped before adoption. Contact the foster parent or Mountain Pet Rescue at pets@mpravl.org for more information. Please note that visual breed identification of companion animals has been proven to be unreliable, so for most of our animals we provide a best guess at predominant breed or breed mix. We get to know each of our animals as an individual and do our best to describe and place pets based on personality not breed label. Mountain Pet Rescue is a 501(c)(3) non-profit tax deductible charity (EIN 82-3039637) located in Asheville, NC. January 29, 2025, 1:10 am
We'll also keep you updated on Smeagol's adoption status with email updates.
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Smeagol

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Candler, NC
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Smeagol is a shy boy but is making good progress in his quiet foster home.  He is a chill boy, will sit in your lap and hang with the dogs on the couch as long as you hold him.  I did catch him interacting with my big dog through the crate and they have booped noses with little reaction. I have let him loose in the bathroom and he loves playing with little balls in the tub. He loves those squeeze up treats so I have been using them as rewards for good behaviour or to bribe him for petting. An experienced cat caregiver and a quiet home would be best for the successful continued socialization of this kitten.  I have him loose in my dining room with his dog crate and when I open the door, he will usually stay put and wait and see what’s about to happen . I can now approach him slowly and he will sniff and then allow me to pet him and he will then return the attention by rubbing on me. He is also very playful and loves those little furry mice and little balls . He is extremely familiar with those squeeze up treats so if he ever gets difficult to capture just show him one of those and he will come running. He does not live up to his name because he is no longer a spicy boy. He may be a little shyer than most, but I think that once he warms up to his owner, he’s gonna be a wonderful cat. My son came to visit this weekend and he was rubbing all over him by the time he left.Meet Smeagol at PetSmart, Bleachery Blvd, from 12-4pm on Saturday during our weekly adoption event.  All cats are spayed/neutered, up to date on age-appropriate vaccines, microchipped, FELV/FIV tested, dewormed and started on monthly flea preventative.  Apply to adopt to be the first to schedule a meet and greet.  He should be ready for adoption by Friday, 1/31. All Mountain Pet Rescue (Asheville) animals are up-to-date on vaccinations, spayed/neutered and micro-chipped before adoption. Contact the foster parent or Mountain Pet Rescue at pets@mpravl.org for more information. Please note that visual breed identification of companion animals has been proven to be unreliable, so for most of our animals we provide a best guess at predominant breed or breed mix. We get to know each of our animals as an individual and do our best to describe and place pets based on personality not breed label. Mountain Pet Rescue is a 501(c)(3) non-profit tax deductible charity (EIN 82-3039637) located in Asheville, NC. January 30, 2025, 1:03 am

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Pisgah Paws and Claws

178 Bartlett St, Asheville, NC 28801

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FurEver Friends

Asheville, NC 28801

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Animal Haven of Asheville

65 Lower Grassy Branch Road, Asheville, NC 28805

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Brother Wolf Animal Rescue

Asheville, NC 28806

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Asheville Humane Society

14 Forever Friend Lane, Asheville, NC 28806

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Sweeten Creek Rescue

Asheville, NC 28803

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Woof Meow Rescue, Inc

Asheville, NC 28803

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Animal Compassion network

803 Fairview St, Asheville, NC 28803

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Lynn for the Animals

17 Monte Vista Road, Candler, NC 28715

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