Domestic Shorthair kittens & cats in Rochester, Minnesota

“Some people make the world special just by being in it.” – Selffa.com. I’ll bet you’re a special person, aren’t you? I think I’m special too. I’m a cute, lovable seven-year-old black and white kitty boy called Carson. My people named me Bruce, but since being returned to the shelter, I’ve been called by my original name, Carson. I was an affectionate, energetic kitten. In my home, I liked my alone time, but I enjoyed receiving affection and petting. I really bonded with the disabled adult son in the home. I may have understood him, I guess. See, I’m different from many kitties. I have pica. Some kitties get it (people too). It means that we eat things we shouldn’t. In my case, I chew on cloth – blankets, soft toys, and things like that. It can be very dangerous, as I found out the hard way. I get lots of TLC from staff and volunteers here at the shelter! I am always up for playing with them, or on my own. I love playing with water under the faucet! I can play with plastic balls and all sorts of toys that I can’t chew or swallow, and I can be comfortable in a space without blankets. I trust that you are loving, smart, creative, and capable of giving me the kind of care that a special boy like me needs. Give me a window where I can watch the birds and squirrels and soak up the sun. Let me soak up your love! I will be a happy Carson boy! Let’s share our special lives together!Adoption fee $50 + microchip fee $30 + tax

“People where you live,` the little prince said, `grow five thousand roses in one garden... yet they don`t find what they`re looking for...And yet what they`re looking for could be found in a single rose...` And the little prince added, `But eyes are blind. You have to look with the heart.” - Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, `The Little Prince`. My name is Razzmatazz. If you’ve seen my name before, it’s because I’ve been here a while. I came from a hoarding situation in April 2022. I’m one of the “Crayola Cats.” The color “Razzmatazz” is a crimson-rose. That’s too jazzy for a kitty like me, but a rose is a beautiful flower. I’m a 6-year-old black female, who, like the many other cats who lived in that home, is very shy around people, but I was adopted six months later. My person tried to make me feel at home, and I was making a bit of progress. I was playing some and accepting petting while I ate. But because I’m not outwardly affectionate or a snuggly lap cat, I was returned this January. I do enjoy the company of other cats. Staff have seen me playing with a kitten named Clover, and often adult cats don’t have that kind of patience! I love sitting in the window with other cats, and on occasion, I will let a human get close to me when I’m relaxing. I was called Cookie in my home, but no matter what you call me, I am a sweet girl who deserves to be in a loving home. Are you a patient person who can give me all the space and time I need to feel comfortable? I would do best with another cat, maybe my kitten friend Clover. Look with your heart. See ME. Razzmatazz. A single, unique rose. As it says in “The Little Prince,” “It`s the time you spent on your rose that makes your rose so important...People have forgotten this truth, but you mustn`t forget it. You become responsible forever for what you`ve tamed. You`re responsible for your rose.” Spend quiet time in the presence of Razzmatazz. Sense my gentle nature with your cat-whisperer’s heart.Adoption fee $100 + microchip fee $30 + tax

You probably know of some famous guys named Kenneth - Kenny or Ken. Kenny Rogers, Kenny Loggins, Ken Burns. Kenneth Edmonds. Who? “Babyface.” R & B artist, 13-time Grammy winner…There you have it. I’m a cat, and I’m just as handsome as they are. But I’m not a performer. Folks, I’ve been here since 2023. I was found as a stray kitten in SE Rochester, and I was quite a scaredy cat. I’m still shy, but I’ve come a long way since then. I’m all grown up, and I enjoy hanging out in the windows with some of my cat friends. If you take me home, maybe with a cat buddy I can hang out with, I just might get over my “stage fright” and find my inner “purrformer.” I do like to play a bit, and Babyface has got nothing on me in the looks department. Check out my sleek black coat and striking green eyes. I don’t have a stage name. I’m Kenneth, and I want to be yours.Adoption fee $100 + microchip fee $30 + tax

When some people hear the word “pepper,” they think of “hot” or “spicy.” I’m a one-year-old, brown tabby girl named Pepper, and I am not. Not hot. Not spicy. I was one of the most timid kittens in my litter. There are five of us girls who showed up at a home in Faribault with our mama Papaya when we were about 2 or 3 months old. The woman who lives there started feeding us in her garage. She took us to the vet for vaccinations and had us spayed. She spent time with us to socialize us, because my sisters and I had never been around people. She spent a lot of time with me, and finally, she was able to hold and pet me. I liked that, and I even grew to like belly rubs! That makes me purr. I have been eating Purina Cat Chow. I also love wet food, especially Delectables Squeeze-up Treats and Churu Squeezable Treats. I am playful and I like to play with toys. I love snuggling up with other cats. I do not like dogs. I liked the 12-year-old child who spent time with my siblings and me. My sister Quincy and I are the shyest of the bunch (our mom and the rest of our siblings have been adopted), and we spend a lot of time hanging out together. We’d really like it if we could be adopted together. Pepper and Quincy are sweet, lovable young cats who will come to be a special part of your life.Adoption fee $100 + microchip fee $30 + tax

Do you have a BFF? My BFF is my sister, Pepper. I’m Quincy, one of five one-year-old brown tabby females who came to Paws and Claws with our mama Papaya. When we were about 2 or 3 months old, Mama would bring us to a garage in a neighborhood in Faribault. None of us kittens had been around people before, so the woman spent time with us to socialize us. Pepper and I are very shy, so we got extra attention. In time, I let the woman pet me. I even let her give me belly rubs, and she got me to purr. She took us to the vet for shots, deworming, and had us spayed. After we came to the shelter, our mother and sisters were adopted, leaving Pepper and me still waiting for a forever home. We have been eating Purina Cat Chow. We also love wet food, especially Delectables Squeeze-up Treats and Churu Squeezable Treats. We are playful and like to play with toys. We love snuggling up with each other. We do not like dogs. We liked the 12-year-old child in our rescuer`s home who spent time with us. Pepper and I spend lots of time together, and we’d probably adjust to a new home more quickly if we were adopted together. Sometimes a little voice can say the biggest things: You’ll love sweet Quincy and Pepper, and we’d like to be your girls.Adoption fee $100 + microchip fee $30 + tax

Do you have a sister? I do! Marilyn Monroe said, “Sisters make the best friends in the world.” I’m Bryn, a brown tabby and white girl who came to Paws and Claws with my sister Morgan when our previous shelter was closing. That was back in April, and we’re still waiting for our forever home. We were very scared and quite shy, so no wonder nobody knew much about us! We were overwhelmed by seeing so many visitors day after day, and lots and lots of kitties too! We both prefer a quiet, calm environment, so we hid a lot. After we moved to a different area, we both began to blossom. I am so, so much happier now! Even though I don’t like interacting with other cats (except my sister), I’ve discovered a freedom I didn’t feel before. I love watching birds! I’ve always been a spunky girl, but now I am much friendlier with humans. I love to be petted before darting off to explore again. I’m not a lap cat or a cuddler, and I’m not fond of being held. I am always quite protective of my sister. Morgan and I should be the only cats in our home. For the best success in achieving happiness and contentment for us and for you, we need a calm home with adults only. We’re sweet girls who are waiting for a chance to live, to love, and to grow to be fully Bryn, fully Morgan – our sweet, funny, playful, curious selves. We`re a bonded pair and must be adopted together. Will you help us become US?Adoption fee $100 + microchip fee $30 + tax

Gaston was was found by our neighbors and we took him in. He is a very loving and cuddly cat. Loves sitting on your lap and purring loudly.

Meet Casper! This energetic and playful cat is always on the move, whether he’s running around with his sister or batting at his favorite toys. Casper plays well with other cats and is litter trained, making him the perfect addition to a loving home. After a fun day of play, he’s more than happy to curl up and snuggle. If you’re looking for a playful and affectionate companion, Casper is your guy! To adopt, visit tailsofhopewi.org

Meet Cheeseball, your future feline BFF! This little ball of fluff might have herpes, but don't worry—it's not the kind you catch at a party. He has Feline Herpesvirus (FHV-1), which means he occasionally has a runny nose and a slightly dramatic flair for sneezing, but that's just part of his charm. Think of him as your personal, furry diva, who knows how to make an entrance. Despite his occasional "sniffles," Cheeseball is the most loving, cuddle-ready cat you'll ever meet. He's a pro at lounging on the couch, binge-watching Netflix with you, and demanding belly rubs like a true royalty. He may have a bit of a sniffle, but that’s just his way of keeping things interesting—like a cat version of a rom-com heroine with a dramatic backstory. He's great with other cats, dogs, and humans alike, and he promises to bring all the love, none of the drama. Plus, his herpes? Totally manageable! He'll still give you endless purrs, snuggles, and the occasional extra sneeze (for added excitement). Ready for a little extra personality in your life? Adopt Cheeseball and let him add some sparkle (and a few tissues) to your world.

About two years old. I need to rehome because the two male cats are not nice to her and it makes her skittish. I believe she will really do better in a home where she feels safe to come up to people. The male cats get very jealous but she has came up to me when they are not around.

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Deli was rescued from Oak Park Mall on 11/5/15 along with her relatives, Sprout, Mango, Shorty and Vdahlia. These felines were living in pretty bad conditions with no reliable source of food or water. They are doing quite well here at MCHS, but they are people shy. Deli has tested neg for feline leukemia, FIV, heartworm and is spayed and current on shots. Her adoption fee is $80 and she will be adopted as an INDOOR only cat. To meet Deli or any of our other cats, go to mchs.rescuegroups.org and complete and submit our simple online application.  You must be 21 to adopt from MCHS. We will get in touch to set up a meeting time.  Our address is 101 22 ST SE, Austin, MN.  We are located off of I-90 via exit 180B to 218 SOUTH.  We are just past our local airport.  THANKS!Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.November 5, 2024, 10:55 am

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.PIPER was rescued from the Austin City Pound on 1/8/18. She was probably born in 9/2017. Piper is a  very shy girl.  If you are interested in adopting her, she will require lots of patience and time for her to adjust to a new environment.  Piper tested neg for feline leukemia/FIV, is now spayed and is current on shots and dewormings. She will be adopted as an INDOOR only cat and the adoption fee is $80.  A pet porter is required at the time of adoption. To meet Piper or any of our other great cats, go to mchs.rescuegroups.org and complete and submit our online application.  We will get in touch to set up a time to meet.  You must be 21 to adopt.   Our address is 101 22 ST SE, Austin, MN. We are located off of I-90 on 218 SOUTH, just past our local airport. THANKS!!Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.November 5, 2024, 10:55 am

Kale is very chill. He likes to cuddle while making biscuits on soft fabrics.

Apple is a bit dog-like and follows you around to help out. He's very sweet, cuddly and likes to sit on your lap.

Pumpkin is chill and relaxed, he likes to nap by your side and get pets. He prefers to play with toys with a person, rather than on his own.