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Elmira

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 7 yrs 5 mos
Wilmington, DE
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ABOUT ELMIRA Elmira will steal your heart away with one meow! She is a 7-year-old mature beauty with a kitten heart. Elmira came to HAP when she was found as a stray, but it was clear this girl had lived in a home and socialized with people. She absolutely adores being pet, usually following you around waiting to be loved. Elmira is also a chatty girl and enjoys talking with humans, she even has the sweetest meow! In addition to her loving personality, Elmira is quite the laid-back lady, often enjoying a nice afternoon nap or some snacks. Elmira is fairly tolerant of being handled, held, and snuggled. She will use her big girl voice paired with a love tap to let you know if you've crossed her boundaries too far, though this is rare. She has so much life left in her, begging to find her forever home. If you are interested in adopting this cat, please submit an adoption questionnaire! Our adoption process is on a first-come, best-match basis and we are not able to hold animals. If you are interested in this specific cat but it ends up not being the best fit upon meeting, our adoption counselors will work with you to help find a match! We may require all household members, including children, to come along for the meeting to make sure it's a good fit. If a match is made, we encourage same-day adoptions! Our adoption fees include the animals' spay/neuter, microchip, age-appropriate vaccinations and preventatives, and a small bag of food to get you started.

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Rusty

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 5 yrs
Wilmington, DE
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ABOUT RUSTY This handsome man is a 4-year-old tuxedo. Rusty came to us from another shelter partner, when they no longer had space to keep him. He is very outgoing and quickly became a volunteer favorite! Every morning, he greets our staff with a big meow and adorable kitty eyes. Our cattery team thinks he knows how to make them feel guilty, with one sad look, they have no choice but to sit with him for some snuggles. This affectionate boy is sure to rub against your leg or curl up in your lap. Despite being a lover, Rusty has his limits and is sure to give you a light tap or nibble to let you know he's had enough. He loves to tell you how he's feeling and what he wants. Rusty enjoys spending his days soaking up some sun and leaning into you for head scratches! **This cat has tested positive for FIV, Feline Immunodeficiency Virus. Many cats with FIV can live a long and happy lifespan if kept indoors and given routine veterinary care. FIV is not contagious to people or animals other than cats. *To help Rusty find his forever home, a generous donor has sponsored his adoption fee! If you are interested in adopting this cat, please submit an adoption questionnaire! Our adoption process is on a first-come, best-match basis and we are not able to hold animals. If you are interested in this specific cat but it ends up not being the best fit upon meeting, our adoption counselors will work with you to help find a match! All household members, including children, must come along for the meeting to make sure it's a good fit. If a match is made, we encourage same-day adoptions! Our adoption fees include the animals' spay/neuter, microchip, age-appropriate vaccinations and preventatives, and a small bag of food to get you started.

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Ronitas

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 5 yrs 11 mos
Wilmington, DE
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ABOUT RONITAS Meet our handsome black and white kitty, Ronitas! He came to HAP when he was found as a stray. We attempted to find his owners, but sadly no one came looking for him. Our vet estimates he is about 5 years old and has previously lived in a home, based on his demeanor. Ronitas has a tough exterior and may act like a big boy at times, but spend a few moments with him and he is a sweet man. Ronitas loves to play and chase after wand toys. He often behaves more like a dog than a cat, preferring to tackle and wrestle with any toy that crosses his path. Once he's released some playful energy, he shows off his affectionate side. He enjoys petting and neck scratches. While he can be picked up, he's not a fan of being carried around or held for long periods. Ronitas can be too rough for most other cats, so a home as your only kitty would be best! If you are interested in adopting this cat, please submit an adoption questionnaire! Our adoption process is on a first-come, best-match basis and we are not able to hold animals. If you are interested in this specific cat but it ends up not being the best fit upon meeting, our adoption counselors will work with you to help find a match! We may require all household members, including children, to come along for the meeting to make sure it's a good fit. If a match is made, we encourage same-day adoptions! Our adoption fees include the animals' spay/neuter, microchip, age-appropriate vaccinations and preventatives, and a small bag of food to get you started.

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Bean

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 7 mos
Wilmington, DE
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ABOUT BEAN Meet our sweet little lady, Bean! She is about 2 years old and came to HAP when she was found as a stray. While Bean can be shy with people, she loves to play and cuddle with her feline friends! Bean frequently spends time with one of our longest residents, Rusty, in his free-roam room. The pair can often be seen snuggling on a bed together or lounging on our outdoor catios, bonding over watching birds. Bean still has lots of kitten energy and loves to play with toys. She can be timid with new humans and may hide or scurry away, but with some patience, she is sure to melt your heart! If you are interested in adopting this cat, please submit an adoption questionnaire! Our adoption process is on a first-come, best-match basis and we are not able to hold animals. If you are interested in this specific cat but it ends up not being the best fit upon meeting, our adoption counselors will work with you to help find a match! We may require all household members, including children, to come along for the meeting to make sure it's a good fit. If a match is made, we encourage same-day adoptions! Our adoption fees include the animals' spay/neuter, microchip, age-appropriate vaccinations and preventatives, and a small bag of food to get you started.

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Mama

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 9 mos
Wilmington, DE
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ABOUT MAMA Looking for an extra loving girl? Come meet Mama! This sweet girl is a 2-year-old fluffy tabby with an enlarged heart, literally! Mama came to HAP when her owner became aware of her condition and was not able to care for her. She is the sweetest girl, which makes sense because her heart is extra large. While this may shorten her lifespan, Mama is not in any pain and managed with an affordable medication, that has shown improvements! She is extremely affectionate with all people, leaning in for pets or curling up on your lap. She enjoys sunbathing by the windows, climbing high on towers to observe, hanging with her feline friends, and playing with feather wands! If you are interested in adopting this cat, please submit an adoption questionnaire! Our adoption process is on a first-come, best-match basis and we are not able to hold animals. If you are interested in this specific cat but it ends up not being the best fit upon meeting, our adoption counselors will work with you to help find a match! We may require all household members, including children, to come along for the meeting to make sure it's a good fit. If a match is made, we encourage same-day adoptions! Our adoption fees include the animals' spay/neuter, microchip, age-appropriate vaccinations and preventatives, and a small bag of food to get you started.

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Thelma (Bonded with Louise)

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 11 mos
Wilmington, DE
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ABOUT THELMA & LOUISE Thelma and Louise are 10-month-old sisters who grew up in the shelter. Thelma has a beautiful black coat with gorgeous yellow eyes. While Louise is mostly white with unique black markings. They came to HAP last summer when a local rescuer found them abandoned. When they first arrived, they had upper respiratory infections and were extremely under-socialized. Despite their initial worries, they were accepting of treatment and fully recovered! They have done well with other cats at the shelter, though they can still be shy with new people sometimes. Due to this, they are often overlooked by adopters. Once Thelma and Louise are comfortable with you, they blossom into playful kitties. They love interactive toys, especially wormy ones. They also enjoy playing and snuggling with one another. You’ll know they’ve begun to warm up to you if they chase around a wand toy, playing with you too! Louise loves to sunbathe and enjoys a cozy bed. Thelma tends to be the more timid of the two, though they both are much more confident and comfortable together. If you are willing to give them some patience, we know they would make amazing companions! If you are interested in adopting this cat, please submit an adoption questionnaire! Our adoption process is on a first-come, best-match basis and we are not able to hold animals. If you are interested in this specific cat but it ends up not being the best fit upon meeting, our adoption counselors will work with you to help find a match! We may require all household members, including children, to come along for the meeting to make sure it's a good fit. If a match is made, we encourage same-day adoptions! Our adoption fees include the animals' spay/neuter, microchip, age-appropriate vaccinations and preventatives, and a small bag of food to get you started.

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Or, how about these Domestic Shorthairs in cities near Wilmington, Delaware

These Domestic Shorthairs are available for adoption close to Wilmington, Delaware.
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Eva

Domestic Shorthair

Female Adult
New Castle, DE
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You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Little Miss Eva was adopted as a kitten and returned to us 4 years ag. She was super stressed at first and it took her a good bit of time to come around, but now she is a love bug. She not a big fan of being held but she loves attention. She can have a bit of an attitude with the other cats in her foster home so she would probably enjoy getting all the attention. She is about 9 years old. If you are interested in adopting please visit our website and fill out an application. Abuddyforlife.orgVisit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.October 22, 2024, 12:58 pm

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Ezra fka Nikki

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 6 yrs 10 mos
New Castle, DE
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Cats

Domestic Shorthair

Female
New Castle, DE
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You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.We have several cats that have been with us for years. They were not socialized as kittens and are scared. They can be adopted out to someone who is willing to be patient with them and give them the time they need to feel safe. If no adoption home is found for them, they will remain safe in the care of the rescue. We will post more specific details about each one soon.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.October 22, 2024, 12:58 pm

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Everest

Domestic Shorthair

Male
New Castle, DE
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Hello, I am Everest. I came to the shelter after being transferred from HAP, but I as originally a stray. I am sweet but shy. I love to watch the birds flying and to be a couch potato! Come meet me!   This cat has tested positive for feline leukemia. This is a virus that affects the immune system of the cat and can cause secondary and serious illnesses. This virus is contagious to other cats by contact with secretions of infected cats (saliva, blood, urine), mating with an infected cat, or if the mother passes it to her baby during birth. Many cats who become infected with the virus can clear it with a working immune system. Some cats have the progressive form and these are the ones who are terminally infected and have an average life expectancy of 3-5 years after diagnosis.   They are contagious and most succumb to FeLV-associated diseases (such as cancer, severe anemia, etc).  Unfortunately, this cat did test positive for the progressive type of this disease.  This cat should not be housed with other cats who are not also FeLV positive. This is not contagious to humans or non-feline animals.November 4, 2024, 12:42 pm

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Aspero

Domestic Shorthair

Male
New Castle, DE
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Hello, I am Aspero. I came to the shelter after I was found abandoned. I am older and enjoy my alone time. I may ask to be pet here and there but am content by myself.   This cat has tested positive for feline leukemia. This is a virus that affects the immune system of the cat and can cause secondary and serious illnesses. This virus is contagious to other cats by contact with secretions of infected cats (saliva, blood, urine), mating with an infected cat, or if the mother passes it to her baby during birth. Many cats who become infected with the virus can clear it with a working immune system. Some cats have the progressive form and these are the ones who are terminally infected and have an average life expectancy of 3-5 years after diagnosis.   They are contagious and most succumb to FeLV-associated diseases (such as cancer, severe anemia, etc).  Unfortunately, this cat did test positive for the progressive type of this disease.  This cat should not be housed with other cats who are not also FeLV positive. This is not contagious to humans or non-feline animals.November 4, 2024, 12:42 pm

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Buttons

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 11 yrs 5 mos
New Castle, DE
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Buttons is a super sweet senior boy who is looking for his purrfect match. Will you be the one to give this loving boy a home to live out his golden years? Buttons is currently relaxing in a foster home, where his foster mom just adores him! She says he is a wonderful companion and always by her side, wondering what she`s up to! To meet this charmer, please contact ncameron@bvspca.org. Because Buttons is ten years young, he qualifies for our Sponsored by Simba program’s Seniors-for-Seniors offer: no adoption fee for any pet 8 years and up by an adopter 65 years plus.*This program also covers Pets for Veterans: no adoption fee for any military veteran adopting a pet 1 year and older.

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Below are our newest added Domestic Shorthairs available for adoption in Wilmington, Delaware. To see more adoptable Domestic Shorthairs in Wilmington, Delaware, use the search tool below to enter specific criteria!
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Nightmare

American Shorthair

Male, Adult
Wilmington, DE
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Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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My aunt was moving to Florida so I took him in until I could find him a forever home. He is very friendly and loves to cuddle. He was in a home with 2 other cats. He is mostly indoor. He is declawed on his front paws. He is a very good cat but I can no longer take care of him.

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Zara

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Wilmington, DE
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
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The Mother have been in my home since a kitten. She had two litters and is currently pregnant. The young cat is one of the babies from the first litter and the last one is a kitten from the last litter. They are pretty friendly.

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Pongo

Bengal

Male, Young
Wilmington, DE
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Not good with kids, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Rescue Bengal, 2.5 y-o male, ready for his forever home. Pongo is a beautiful brown-rosette Bengal, his fur shimmers in the light. Pongo is neutered, fully vaccinated, and current on all shots as of January 2025: he is FELV/FIV negative. Pongo's former owner abandoned him and we stepped in to foster this amazing cat. Bengal experience will be required. Pongo displays an inquisitive nature with high intelligence, super vocal. He possesses a cunning and playful demeanor with tons of energy. Pongo requires 60 minutes of daily physical activity with a strict wet food diet. And daily mental stimulation is critical to combat boredom. But at the end of the day, Pongo loves to curl up on your lap to snuggle. Pongo loves to explore and is harness and leash trained. Pongo likes to be petted, however, he will gently use his mouth to express when he doesn't like something. *Indoor only - not good with other cats). *Excellent litter box behavior. *Bengal experience req'd. *No children under 15.

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Domestic Shorthair shelters & rescues in Wilmington, Delaware

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for Domestic Shorthair kittens in Wilmington, Delaware. Browse these Domestic Shorthair rescues and shelters below.

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Humane Animal Partners - Wilmington

701 A Street, Wilmington, DE 19801

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Faithful Friends Animal Society

165 Airport Road, New Castle, DE 19720

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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A Buddy For Life Inc.

New Castle, DE 19720

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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5.1 miles

Brandywine Valley SPCA - New Castle

290 Churchmans Rd, New Castle, DE 19720

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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5.4 miles

Forgotten Cats, Inc.

Greenville, DE 19807

Pet Types: cats

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6.5 miles

Pennsville Animal Shelter

94 Industrial Park Road, Pennsville, NJ 08070

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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6.6 miles

All Our Love Animal Rescue

PO BOX 143, Claymont, DE 19703

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

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Delaware Puppy Rescue

Hockessin, DE 19707

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10.2 miles

Humane Animal Partners - Stanton/Christiana

455 Stanton Christiana Road, Newark, DE 19713

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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10.8 miles

Renaissance Cats Rescue Group

Brookhaven, PA 19014

Pet Types: cats

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