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Kittens and cats in Wilmington, North Carolina

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These adorable cats are available for adoption in Wilmington, North Carolina. 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 Bourbon's adoption status with email updates.
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Bourbon

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Leland, NC
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hello, this is Bourbon, he is a four year old kitty. We adopted him as an eight week old kitten. He has the most unique personality I have ever witnessed a cat having. He is active and playful and loves belly rubs (has a dog-like personality). He may be slightly shy at first, but when he gets comfortable, he is always resting belly-side up, cuddling, looking for attention, and will become very talkative. He requires a good bit of attention and will let you know if he is in need of something. He is very sweet- has never clawed at or bit anybody or any other animal. He currently lives with a dog and was upset at first but they co-exist in peace after about a week. He has socialized with other neighborhood cats that have wondered into the yard, but if you have another cat, I would suggest a slow introduction. Bourbon loves looking out the windows, but is very much an indoor cat. If you would like a social cat that does not spend much time hiding, Bourbon is your guy.
We'll also keep you updated on Betsy's adoption status with email updates.
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Betsy

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Southport, NC
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Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Betsy is a 9 y/o small cat, 11.9 lbs., purs a lot, is outgoing, vocal, meows to be petted, welcomes attention. She loves to be brushed - either wire brush or a small furminator. She is easy to pick up to put in a crate but doesn't need to be held, she wants to get down. Betsy is a gentle cat, always trying to make friends with the other cats in the house, even if they aren't ready yet. She is a sibling and would most likely do well without her brother. No health issues, is utd on shots and physical exam as of 10/17/2024. She eats dry cat food only; is litter box trained. Her environment has been a bedroom with a large window to look out, have screen open for fresh air and sun. She was free to roam upstairs from 6:00 pm - 9:00pm daily for exercise and exploring. I want her to have freedom and deserved attention in her own house. I am her original owner.
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Bubbles

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Young
Hampstead, NC
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Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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Please note there is no need to complete an adoption questionnaire this  adoption site . We only need our  Adoption Application Questionnaire  completed.   Feb. 12, 2024 watch the new video of these kitties playing their favorite game! Jan. 13, 2024 update:  - Bubbles, the male kitty, is still available for adoption  - Beaches and Mermaid, the 2 females, are not yet ready for adoption, but we're working with them! Nov. 20, 2023  My name is Bubbles and I’m a BEAUTIFUL little boy that FURR saved!  My best traits are my silky smooth fur and my adorable personality!  I have the sweetest little meow and I love to tell everybody what I’m thinking!  You just won’t find a calmer, more laid back kinda kitty than me!  I’m totally vetted and ready to move on with my life.  FURR has prepared me well!  I also have 2 sisters:  Beaches (meet her below), who looks just like me and Mermaid (meet her below) who is a tortoise shell.  We all three had a rough start in life.  Are you the one to change all that for me?   Aug. 3, 2023 The 3 little kittens that I rescued from the seafood place (Mama Sunfish’s kittens) were all fixed today.  They went to the S/N clinic and had their surgery, shots, blood tests and microchips.  The bill was just under $400.  They are doing well! Please donate to help! Foster home would be great!  “BUBBLES” – young male - black with small white chest patch “MERMAID” – young female - calico “BEACHES” – young female - black with slightly larger white chest patch Original Post - early Aug. 2023 Do you love cats? Do you work from home or stay home a lot? Why not volunteer to foster kittens and make a huge difference in their lives?! Three kittens need a temporary foster home where they can get lots of pets and love throughout the day! These 3 little kittens that I rescued from the seafood place NEED LOVE!  These little guys are still really shy and I just haven’t had enough time to spend with them. We need someone who can spend a lot of time with them, loving & petting them, to help them progress!!! For adoption information or to schedule a visit to the Feline Urgent Rescue & Rehab rescue facility to meet this kitty, please email FURR’s President and Founder, Terry Schultz, at adoptafurrcat@gmail.com. Learn how to adopt this kitty! FURR adopts to the Wilmington/Hampstead NC and surrounding area only and to approved homes. If you are not ready to adopt a kitty, please consider fostering or sponsoring. All donations are tax deductible.October 28, 2024, 10:22 am
We'll also keep you updated on Emmy, Oscar & Tony (a.k.a. Battlet kitties)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Emmy, Oscar & Tony (a.k.a. Battlet kitties)

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Hampstead, NC
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(when grown) -
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Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Please note there is no need to complete an adoption questionnaire this  adoption site . We only need our  Adoption Application Questionnaire  completed.   Sept 7, 2024 Here is an updated photo of handsome Tony! Sunday, Sept. 1, 2024 Watch a new adorable video of Emmy “praying”! Whatever she’s doing it’s adorable – and funny!  April 13, 2024 Update on OSCAR & EMMY and we can provide you with TONS of fun every day!  We need LOTS of play time, lots of room to run all over the house & we will entertain you!  We are silly siblings and just LOVE life!  At only 1.5 yrs old, we will be the best kitties you've ever had for many many years!  We love NEW challenges, chasing toys, playing with kids & talking all about it!  We are fully vetted, microchipped & ready to rock & roll!  Why don't you come play with us and see what YOU think about what we have to offer!  We think we're GREAT! Feb. 12, 2024  Watch these kitties playing in the new video above !: EMMY (Battlet family girl) OSCAR (Battlet family boy 1) TONY (Battlet family boy 2) September 2023 Watch this  funny new video  of Terry with the Battlet youngsters that are now “Young adults”! Updated Story January 2023 - 1 of the 4 kittens was adopted and the remaining 2 males (shown together in a photo) and 1 female are now playful "teenagers". The 2 males would be so happy to be adopted together! The female and her Mama would be very happy to be adopted together as well! Please copy/paste this link into a browser tab for their full story: https://www.catfurr.org/availablecats/foster-adopt-or-donate-to-dad-mom-batts-kittens-batman-and-robin/ Original Story - Fall 2022 The 4 Little Battlets (Mama Batts babies) were born in early August 2022, adorable little black bear cubs! Come pick out your future best friend! If someone takes Mama Batts along with a kitten (or 2), special pricing, food & free vet care provided for 6 months! For adoption information or to schedule a visit to the Feline Urgent Rescue & Rehab rescue facility to meet this kitty, please email FURR’s President and Founder, Terry Schultz, at adoptafurrcat@gmail.com. Learn how to adopt this kitty! FURR adopts to the Wilmington/Hampstead NC and surrounding area only and to approved homes. If you are not ready to adopt a kitty, please consider fostering or sponsoring. All donations are tax deductible. Post navigation October 28, 2024, 10:22 am
We'll also keep you updated on Buddy's adoption status with email updates.
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Buddy

Domestic Mediumhair

Male
Hampstead, NC
Size
(when grown) -
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Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Please note there is no need to complete an adoption questionnaire this  adoption site . We only need our  Adoption Application Questionnaire  completed.   Watch his video! Buddy is improving every day learning to trust and be loved!  He is purring & making biscuits!  This gorgeous youngster would LOVE to be an only cat because the other kitties scare him!  He is the sweetest fella, but needs a little time and patience to adjust to a new environment!  Could you be his new angel???  He surely deserves it!  Buddy was rescued underneath the pier at Topsail Beach at Buddy’s restaurant.  A good person called me to come save him! Meet all FURR kitties available for adoption on PetFinder! For adoption information or to schedule a visit to the Feline Urgent Rescue & Rehab rescue facility to meet this kitty, please email FURR’s President and Founder, Terry Schultz, at adoptafurrcat@gmail.com. Learn how to adopt this kitty! FURR adopts to the Wilmington/Hampstead NC and surrounding area only and to approved homes. If you are not ready to adopt a kitty, please consider fostering or sponsoring. All donations are tax deductible.October 28, 2024, 10:22 am
We'll also keep you updated on Charlie's adoption status with email updates.
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Charlie

Domestic Longhair

Female, Young
Hampstead, NC
Size
(when grown) -
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House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Please note there is no need to complete an adoption questionnaire this  adoption site . We only need our  Adoption Application Questionnaire  completed.   Nov. 12, 2023 Meet Charlie in  her new video ! She is the LAST kitty left from my colony rescue at Topsail Beach.  She was completely traumatized when rescued and I was told by the caretakers that she witnessed her brother killed by a coyote. Charlie is such a petite little girl and just needs LOVE!!! Barely weighing 5 lbs., she’s like a fuzzy stuffed animal that you just want to cuddle! For adoption information or to schedule a visit to the Feline Urgent Rescue & Rehab rescue facility to meet this kitty, please email FURR’s President and Founder, Terry Schultz, at adoptafurrcat@gmail.com. Learn how to adopt this kitty! FURR adopts to the Wilmington/Hampstead NC and surrounding area only and to approved homes. If you are not ready to adopt a kitty, please consider fostering or sponsoring. All donations are tax deductible.October 28, 2024, 10:22 am

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Kristin Johnson Fosters and Rescues

Wilmington, NC 28401

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New Hanover Sheriff's Office Animal Services Unit

180 Division Drive, Wilmington, NC 28401

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STFFAR - Wilmington

Wilmington, NC 28401

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New Hanover Humane Society

2405 N. 23rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401

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Feline Matchmakers

Wilmington, NC 28411

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All 4 Cats, Inc.

Wilmington, NC 28411

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Adopt An ANGEL

PO Box 15095, Wilmington, NC 28408

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Sunburst Foundation of Wilmington Canine Rescue

PO Box 7527, Wilmington, NC 28406

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Cat Adoption Team

Wilmington, NC 28409

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RescueConnect NC

Wilmington, NC 28409

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