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Domestic Shorthair kittens & cats in Encinitas, California

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These Domestic Shorthairs are available in Encinitas, California.
We'll also keep you updated on BELLA THE HUGGABLE 4 mo KITTEN's adoption status with email updates.
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BELLA THE HUGGABLE 4 mo KITTEN

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 5 mos
Encinitas, CA
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Good with kids, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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DARLING little BELLA was ABANDONED, but FOUND by a GOOD SAMARATIN! She is SUPER SWEET and FRIENDLY with people, with CHILDREN (SEE the great photos!) and everyone ! She LOVES cuddles and HUGS and BEING WITH HER HUMAN FAMILY all day long! If you are a KITTY LOVING FAMILY take this DARLING LITTLE GIRL HOME RIGHT NOW! She is Spayed, up to date on her vaccinations and READY to go home with the right family! Prospective adopters should tell us WHY THEY ar the RIGHT FAMILY for darling little Bella! RESPOND to this with your PHONE NUMBER and a SPECIFIC TIME and DAY when our volunteer Rescue coordinator can call and chat! LETS get this baby into your home !
We'll also keep you updated on JEWEL & TIGGER's adoption status with email updates.
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JEWEL & TIGGER

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 yrs 11 mos
Encinitas, CA
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Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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TIGGER the adorable orange kitten and his Best Beloved JEWEL the PantherGirl are just kittens themselves, 6-7 or so months old and they've been together their whole lives! This adorable pair of kitties are BONDED and MUST go together to a quiet home of adults who LOVE kitties and are an experienced feline family. Orange male Tigger is already neutered, up to date on his vaccinations and dewormed. Jewel somehow got out as a kitten during her very first estrus, became pregnant, gave birth to kittens who have now been weaned and are in the process of being placed. During that ENTIRE TIME, Tigger has been loyally by her side, helping with the babies (even though they are really just teenage babies themselves!) and loving Jewel and the kittens. Its a REAL LIFE Romeo and Juliet LOVE story!!!! Jewel is far more socialized, and Tigger would LOVE to find a human with whom he can bond again too, as he did with their first humans. Is that YOUR family? If YOU have enough LOVE to share with this young kitten pair, AND you are HIGHLY EXPERIENCED with kitties (or willing to learn how to help socialize them even more with humans!) RSVP with your PHONE NUMBER and SCHEDULE a SPECIFIC TIME WINDOW to chat with our Volunteer Adoption Counselors! Be the right PURRRRever Family!
We'll also keep you updated on Queen Eliz Princes Beatrice &'s adoption status with email updates.
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Queen Eliz Princes Beatrice &

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Encinitas, CA
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
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Queen Elizabeth was abandoned by her previous home. Like Mary, she snuck into a stable to give birth! She has TWO GORGEOUS female kittens Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie(Jenny). Now this little FAMILY is READY to go to their FUREVER home! Hand-raised, Cuddle Muffins, all just want to be LOVED! YOU think that YOUR family can give them the PURRRFECT home, contact us with a phone number and a SPECIFIC TIME to chat asap!
We'll also keep you updated on Cuddlingbug HEATHER's adoption status with email updates.
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Cuddlingbug HEATHER

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Encinitas, CA
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Very Sweet lap kitty! SUCH A CUDDLE BUG! She's very content around dogs and other cats. Generally a live and let live kind of kitty. Miss Heather Cuddles likes car rides and being petted! She does well with baths and response quickly to her name. She loves being around people and a good scratching post. She will be an ideal kitty in your single pet home or even with other senior pets. PS: She's a hunter!!!! THIS FABULOUS kitty will go FAST! If you can offer a WONDERFUL LOVING home to Miss Heather, send an email WITH THE BEST TIME TO CHAT!
We'll also keep you updated on Roko's adoption status with email updates.
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Roko

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 5 yrs 6 mos
Encinitas, CA
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Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Domestic Short Hair – Black & White Male 5 ½ years 21 ½ pounds Meet Roko, our elite feline master of covert operations, with a penchant for blending seamlessly into the shadows. With a heart as big as his appetite Roko is sure to blossom into a cool and confident feline companion. If you are ready for a lifetime of gentle head boops and tender purrrs, apply to meet Roko today! An adoption survey and instructions can be found on our website. Adoption Hours: Friday-Monday; 11 AM to 4 PM (Adoptions until 3:30 pm) Address: 389 Requeza Street, Encinitas, CA 92024
We'll also keep you updated on Jezzie (Courtesy Post)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Jezzie (Courtesy Post)

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 12 yrs 4 mos
Encinitas, CA
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Spayed or Neutered,
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Domestic Shorthair mix ~ Black 12 years Spayed Female Jezzie is a 12 year old female who is very mellow and sweet. She can be shy at first but doesn’t take long to warm up. She loves to be brushed and to sleep by your side on the couch. She likes to play with strings but is most content lounging and purring. She would make a great addition to a quiet home with no other pets or children. If you are interested in meeting Jezzie, please contact her foster mom at whitberg@att.net *PLEASE NOTE: This animal is listed as a courtesy for another organization or private party. This pet has not been evaluated medically or behaviorally by Rancho Coastal Humane Society and is not in our care. Please be sure to contact the foster/caretaker listed in the post for more information. Community Spotlight Adoptions are private adoptions and not processed through Rancho Coastal Humane Society.

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We'll also keep you updated on Artemis's adoption status with email updates.
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Artemis

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 mos
Encinitas, CA
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Artemis (Arti for short) is a sweet little girl who loves to show you her belly. She is the smallest of her siblings, who were all found with their mom living behind a barbershop when they were 4 weeks old. She is the embodiment of the phrase "tiny but mighty" - whenever she's frightened by something, she puffs herself up bravely and doesn't cower. When she’s not wrestling and snuggling with her siblings, she’s following you around to see what you’re up to. She will need to be adopted with one of their siblings unless there is already another young cat in your home looking for a friend. (You can read more about why kitten pairs are so important here: https://www.kittenlady.org/twokittens) Arti is about 16 weeks old as of mid-October. She is spayed, dewormed, flea-free, FIV/FeLV negative, microchipped, and vaccinated to date. Email meoworneverrescue@gmail.com and/or complete an application at meowornever.org/adopt to learn more and schedule a meet-and-greet!
We'll also keep you updated on Athena's adoption status with email updates.
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Athena

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 mos
Encinitas, CA
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Once we had a theme chosen for this litter's name, Athena named herself the wisest of her siblings! She is definitely the sharpest of her littermates - the first to learn the litter box, the first to wean, the first to find the next level to climb. She is a curious little girl with the cutest round face and puppy-dog eyes you've ever seen! She loves to curl up in your lap after a good meal and purr herself to sleep. She and her two sisters and two brothers were found behind a barbershop with their mama at just 4 weeks old. They all get along wonderfully and need to be adopted with one of their siblings unless there is already another young cat in your home looking for a friend. (You can read more about why kitten pairs are so important here: https://www.kittenlady.org/twokittens) Athena is about 16 weeks old as of mid October. She is spayed, dewormed, flea-free, FIV/FeLV negative, microchipped, and vaccinated to date. Email meoworneverrescue@gmail.com and/or complete an application at meowornever.org/adopt to learn more and schedule a meet-and-greet!
We'll also keep you updated on Ares's adoption status with email updates.
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Ares

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 4 mos
Encinitas, CA
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Ares is the fiercest of his litter - when we took him in at just 4 weeks old, he was ready to do battle to defend his mom and 4 siblings against anyone wishing them harm. They had been living behind a barbershop where the owner was going to send the family to animal control. Meow or Never took him and his family in instead, and as soon as Ares realized he was safe, he turned into a curious, happy boy who could be a kitten again instead of having to worry about all the threats that come with outdoor life. Now his favorite pastime is a game of “if I fits, I sits” - the more bizarre, the better! He is also ridiculously photogenic and knows how to turn his head just-so to give you the cutest picture possible. :p Ares is very active and playful, so he needs to be adopted with one of his siblings unless there is already another young cat in your home looking for a friend. (You can read more about why kitten pairs are so important here: https://www.kittenlady.org/twokittens) Ares is about 16 weeks old as of mid October. He is neutered, dewormed, flea-free, FIV/FeLV negative, microchipped, and vaccinated to date. Email meoworneverrescue@gmail.com and/or complete an application at meowornever.org/adopt to learn more and schedule a meet-and-greet!
We'll also keep you updated on Kylo's adoption status with email updates.
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Kylo

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Carlsbad, CA
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I am a 4yr old shy, handsome, smart, kind, and calm male cat with short black fur and yellow eyes. My owner passed away this year. I am living with a foster mom who takes excellent care of me and had a vet clean my teeth. I need a new home because my foster mom’s other cats can’t adjust to me. I thrive indoors only and as the only cat in the house. I have never lived with a dog nor children so I don’t know how I would react. I want a quiet, loving home with a patient owner where I can freely roam the house, look out windows, and play with toys. I eat soft food for breakfast and dinner and always have a bowl of crunchies for snacking. I like to sit on my foster mom’s lap, take naps on beds, and like to be pet. When I first arrived at my foster mom’s house I hid under a bed in my room, but after 3 months came out of my shell. I do really well with my own bedroom where I can retreat to eat, and hide if scared. I don’t have tiny front teeth, but am healthy. I am a quiet, loyal companion!
We'll also keep you updated on Sparrow's adoption status with email updates.
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Sparrow

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Solana Beach, CA
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Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Sparrow is a sweet, exotic looking young lady ~1 year old who is a bit shy at first but warms up as she gets to know you. She has beautiful stripes in her coat and lovely spots on her belly, with little tufts on the tip of her ears. Sparrow loves to chase a shoestring and use her scratching posts. She also enjoys being pet and looking out the window. Until recently she was housed with another young female kitty, Amelia who just got adopted. She'd love to find a home possibly with another friendly kitty and have room to run around a bit. I'm fostering on behalf of an independent rescue person who saves cats from kill shelters.
We'll also keep you updated on Tofu's adoption status with email updates.
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Tofu

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 yrs 1 mo
San Diego, CA
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Not good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Update March 2024: Tofu does well around other cats, however she is not socially interactive with Humans. Tofu was rescued as young kitten (born at the Rio Cuale) and brought back to our shelter. Despite our efforts to socialize her, she's basically feral. She would need a person familiar with feral cats to live a happy life. So for now, she is with us in Punta Mita, living her best life with food, shelter and the company of other cats.Tofu has had our complete Cat protocol :* Complete Health exam by a Vet* Feline tests to rule out FeLV, FIV & Heartworm* Bloodwork 1: CBC (Mycoplasma check if indicated)* Bloodwork 2: Chem profile* Deworming at intake and monthly thereafter* Vaccines: Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis (FVR), Feline Distemper (FP), Calicivirus (FCV), Rabies* Spay/Neuter* Flea/Tick prevention* Microchipping available

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Rancho Coastal Humane Society

389 Requeza Street, Encinitas, CA 92024

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Little Angel Kitten Rescue

Encinitas, CA 92024

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THE RESCUE HOUSE

P.O. Box 231336, Encinitas, CA 92023

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Meow or Never - California

Encinitas, CA 92007

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Wet Noses Rescue

San Diego, CA 92067

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ARRF (Animal Rescue Resource Foundation)

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

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7.1 miles

Doggie Protective Services (DPS) - Carlsbad

Carlsbad, CA 92011

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Surfers For Strays - SD Fosters and Friends

local fosters & transport stop, San Diego, CA 92130

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SPOT (Saving Pets One at a Time)

3784 Mission Ave Ste 148-356, 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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