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Domestic Shorthair kittens & cats in Durham, North Carolina

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These Domestic Shorthairs are available in Durham, North Carolina.
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Kaoru

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Durham, NC
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Good with kids, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
He was found in a junk yard as a kittten. He almost didn’t make it but now he is a fun and curious kitty who loves to snuggles behind ur legs on the couch or chill in a cat tree as long as he can be in the same area as you. He loves to loved on. If ur in the bathroom he may follow u to protect u from the evil shower or sit outside the door to keep watch. Looking out the open window is a fun pastime especially when it’s sunny. Super vocal in the morning bc he missed seeing u all night. Such a sweet boy loves a good toy especially a good wand with felt and feather strings. He prefers to be the only cutie in ur life so he can have u all the snacks, ear scratches, and cuddle time
We'll also keep you updated on Aurora's adoption status with email updates.
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Aurora

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Durham, NC
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Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Aurora is a curious, and playful cat. She loves sleeping on soft places and face rubs. She also loves playing with the cat lazer and other chase toys. Overall though, she is a chill cat that like her peace. She is great with guest and likes to meet new people. She is not too comfortable around dogs, but has never attacked or hurt any of them. She loves cats and nature and resting on soft places during the day.
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Winslow

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 4 yrs 5 mos
Durham, NC
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Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Name: Winslow Age: Approx 3-4 yrs. Gender: Male Weight: Approx 9-10 lbs. Adoption Fee: $80 Winslow's story is kind of sad and brought tears to my eyes when I first learned where he came from. Winslow and his friend (Willow) were surrendered from a drug house in Wilkesboro, NC. Their owner passed away but they were neglected and mistreated so much that when I took them in they were both severely matted, dirty, emaciated, had fleas, skin rashes. I've attached a few before pictures of when I got him. He was brought to me on May 6th and I've had him in my care for about 6 weeks now. I took him to the vet right away and he was treated given a physical exam and properly medicated. Winslow has been slowly healing and his condition wasn't as bad as Willow's but you can tell their prior environment was not good. Winslow is funny, kinda quirky and loves getting attention. He's a total lap kitty and will just lay in your lap while being affectionate and giving you motor purrs. I don't know how he is with dogs. He absolutely loves the string toy and has a playful personality. He's full of energy and doesn't mind being the center of attention. Winslow enjoys a big cat tree and some scratching posts. I will say he does have a playful bite to him. But it's those bites that he's trying to be playful and doesn't realize it sometimes hurts us humans. He definitely loves food and is very food motivated. Like his friend Willow..always part of the clean plate club. :) I feel like Winslow would do well with other cats. Winslow is neutered, vaccinated and tested negative for FIV/FELV. All paperwork will be provided at time of adoption. I require a professional reference, and if you have or had any current pet/s, I will need to see their paperwork. Winslow is so deserving af a good home with love and affection. He will not be adopted to just anyone, I want to make sure it's a good fit for Winslow and his potential adopter/s. If you'd like to learn more about Winslow contact me and let's help find him a sweet, loving home.
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Oreo

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 mos
Durham, NC
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
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Name: Oreo Gender: Girl Age: Born Approx. Mid Aug. 2024 Location: Durham, NC Hi, I'm Oreo! My mom Mischief had me around middle of August. She had 8 kittens total but unfortunately 2 of my siblings didn't make it. :( My mom Mischief was lucky to be found by a sweet lady driving from Jamestown, NC to Greensboro, NC on the side of the road. Found out she was pregnant and here I am, now looking for a sweet and loving forever home! I was taken to a foster lady in Durham, NC on October 20, 2024 where she has been taking care of me and my brother Midnight. Midnight and I are bonded so we'd like to be adopted together but I will understand if that's a bit more challenging to ask. I want it to be a good fit for both of us. My brother Midnight is in first in command and i'm 2nd in charge. Lol. I like to climb and crawl on things. I get along great with other cats and good with dogs too. My foster mom calls us Bonnie and Clyde. Haha. Midnight and I make a great team together and like to cuddle up together and with our human. Would you consider adopting me?! I love cat trees and scratching post. I also would like some toys, especially the laser pointer! I look forward to meeting you! There’s a $25 adoption fee to make sure I go to a good home. I'm getting spayed, vaccinated and tested on Wedn, Nov. 13th. Also, my foster mom requires a professional reference and most recent vet/medical records of current/past pets that you have. This is just to ensure that whoever adopts me is a good person and trustworthy to be my caretaker. For more information about adopting me, please reach out to Heather at 919-798-4095 or catsonthehorizon@gmail.com.
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Midnight

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 mos
Durham, NC
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
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Name: Midnight Gender: Boy Age: Born Approx. Mid Aug. 2024 Location: Durham, NC Hi, I'm Midnight! My mom Mischief had me around middle of August. She had 8 kittens total but unfortunately 2 of my siblings didn't make it. :( My mom Mischief was lucky to be found by a sweet lady driving from Jamestown, NC to Greensboro, NC on the side of the road. Found out she was pregnant and here I am, now looking for a sweet and loving forever home! I was taken to a foster lady in Durham, NC on October 20, 2024 where she has been taking care of me and my sister Oreo. Oreo and I are bonded so we'd like to be adopted together but I will understand if that's a bit more challenging to ask. I want it to be a good fit for both of us. I like to be in command and like to climb and crawl on things. Lol. I get along great with other cats and good with dogs too. My foster mom calls us Bonnie and Clyde. Haha. Oreo and I make a great team together and like to cuddle up together and with our human. Would you consider adopting me?! I love cat trees and scratching post. I also would like some toys and catnip! I look forward meeting you! There’s a $25 adoption fee to make sure I go to a good home. I'm getting neutered, vaccinated and tested on Wedn, Nov. 13th. Also, my foster mom requires a professional reference and most recent vet/medical records of current/past pets that you have. This is just to ensure that whoever adopts me is a good person and trustworthy to be my caretaker. For more information about adopting me, please reach out to Heather at 919-798-4095 or catsonthehorizon@gmail.com.
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Priscilla

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 mos
Durham, NC
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Good with kids, Good with cats,
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Name: Priscilla Gender: Girl Age: Born approx. Mid Aug. 2024 Kitten Location: Greensboro, NC Hi, I'm Priscilla! My mom Mischief had me around middle of August. She had 8 kittens total but unfortunately 2 of my siblings didn't make it. :( My mom Mischief was lucky to be found by a sweet lady driving from Jamestown, NC to Greensboro, NC on the side of the road. Found out she was pregnant and here I am, now looking for a sweet and loving forever home! I'm a love bug and consider myself funny and quirky too. I have this thing with slippers and if you wear slippers around the house and take them off then I like to go in them and play with slippers. Lol. I consider myself independent but playful and can get along great with other cats. Oh, and I also would love a scratching post, cat tree and some toys. I look forward meeting you! There’s a $25 adoption fee to make sure I go to a good home. I have not been spayed or vaccinated yet so I would greatly appreciate it if you took care of that for me when I’m adopted. Also, my foster mom requires a professional reference and most recent vet/medical records of current/past pets that you have. This is just to ensure that whoever adopts me is a good person and trustworthy to be my caretaker. For more information reach out to Ashley Wall directly about adopting me. 336-807-6502 or ashleymichaelewall@gmail.com. Do not contact Cats on the Horizon email or phone number. My foster mom Ashley is taking care of me.

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These Domestic Shorthairs are available for adoption close to Durham, North Carolina.
We'll also keep you updated on Harriet's adoption status with email updates.
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Harriet

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Chapel Hill, NC
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Good with kids,
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Meet Harriet, the epitome of feline friendliness at nine months old. Mostly white with striking black accents, she's a charming addition to any family. With a heart as big as her purrs, Harriet adores kids and promises to be the ultimate family cat, spreading love and joy wherever she goes. She would like a playmate whether that is her sister Rosa, another kind cat or a couple of cat friendly kids.https://youtube.com/shorts/OTZ1GytyMow?feature=sharedShe is available to meet at Cat Tales Cat Cafe! 
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Rosa

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Chapel Hill, NC
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Good with kids,
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Rosa is simply the best! She is a lap sitter, couch lover, head butt giver and just all around amazing cat. You should see her play and jump as high as the sky for her toys. If you meet her, you will love her. Her coat is silky smooth and therapy to touch. She likes other cats and her sister Harriett if you are looking for a pair. If not, she will do well in a family that has lots of time and love to give her.https://youtube.com/shorts/OTZ1GytyMow?feature=sharedShe is available to meet at Cat Tales Cat Cafe!
We'll also keep you updated on Basil's adoption status with email updates.
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Basil

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Senior
Chapel Hill, NC
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Flora & Basil are a bonded brother/sister pair that would be a wonderful addition to your home!These two are low-key, well-mannered and easy-going companions;They lived with a family previously that sadly had to surrender them, at no fault at all to these darling kitties.This duo has adapted well to their foster setting and now look forward to a new forever home!Flora is super sweet & sometimes shy, but is an affectionate gal that still has her occasional zoomies!Basil is a handsome, friendly fellow that likes to stretch out against his foster mom during couch time. These two are mature, but stillcurious & playful kitties, that enjoy looking out windows when not having a relaxing nap.They would love to brighten your days and be your new, furry family members!
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Flora

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Senior
Chapel Hill, NC
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Flora & Basil are a bonded brother/sister pair that would be a wonderful addition to your home!These two are low-key, well-mannered and easy-going companions;They lived with a family previously that sadly had to surrender them, at no fault at all to these darling kitties.This duo has adapted well to their foster setting and now look forward to a new forever home!Flora is super sweet & sometimes shy, but is an affectionate gal that still has her occasional zoomies!Basil is a handsome, friendly fellow that likes to stretch out against his foster mom during couch time. These two are mature, but stillcurious & playful kitties, that enjoy looking out windows when not having a relaxing nap.They would love to brighten your days and be your new, furry family members!
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Barbie

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Chapel Hill, NC
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Barbie has it all and has the best traits of all the Barbies! Beauty, intelligence, agility, compassion. Shes gorgeous. She loves to be pet and to cuddle with her human. She is very kitten-like with her cat post and toys! Best of all words with this Barbie!
We'll also keep you updated on Rocky's adoption status with email updates.
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Rocky

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Chapel Hill, NC
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Good with cats,
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Meet Rocky, the charismatic black kitty with the best ears ever! This charming feline companion will capture your heart as he follows you around, always ready for cuddles and belly rubs. With his friendly demeanor and love for other cats, Rocky is eagerly awaiting his forever home. Available for adoption at the end of June.

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

American Shorthair

Male, Adult
Durham, NC
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Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Link is 5 years old and I have had him since he was a kitten. He is one of the sweetest cats you will ever meet. He is not shy around strangers and will go right up to you and sit on your lap if you let him. If you feel like cuddling, just call him over and he will happily sit on your lap! He is very affectionate as well as very energetic! He loves being pet and chasing toys. He loves doing "cat-acro" where I put him on my feet and he hangs out in the air! I am rehoming him only because I am about to be traveling full-time and unfortunately just won't be able to care for him.
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Monkey and Meatball

American Shorthair

Male, Adult
Durham, NC
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Good with kids, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Monkey and Meatball are a pair of bonded brothers that were born to a feral cat colony in May 2023. A nice local lady began feeding them, and over time taught them to love and trust humans. In spring of 2024, Monkey was bit by a copperhead snake and needed emergency medical treatment. The nice lady took him to the vet and them brought him inside her home to recover as a foster. Still outside, Monkey's brother Meatball stopped eating and roaming, he missed his brother so badly. The lady then brought Meatball inside to foster him as well, and the brothers were so relieved to be reunited. These sweet, affectionate boys are now neutered, vaccinated and well adjusted to the comfy inside cat life. They love mouse-shaped catnip toys and to be carried around the house like the big ol babies they are. They need a quiet home with lots of windows to watch birds, a good cat tree climb, and their own person to shower them in snuggles. These boys are a bonded pair and must be adopted together.
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Momo

American Shorthair

Male, Young
Durham, NC
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Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Hello, this is Momo. He is a young tuxedo cat (10-11mo). My elderly Aunt currently has health issues and is unable to take care of him any longer. Momo is a sweet, playful, and loving cat. He is the type of cat to become part of your shadow and weave around your legs.

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Cats on the Horizon

Durham, NC 27713

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6.4 miles

Independent Animal Rescue, Inc

PO Box 14232, Durham, NC 27709

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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8.9 miles

Beautiful Together Animal Sanctuary

Chapel Hill, NC 27517

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12.7 miles

Humane Society of Granville County

PO Box 385, Butner, NC 27509

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13.6 miles

Orange County Animal Services

1601 Eubanks Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27516

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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13.6 miles

Cat Tales Rescue NC

431 W. Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516

Pet Types: cats

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14.3 miles

Cat Angels Pet Adoptions

959 N. Harrison Avenue, Cary, NC 27513

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16 miles

Mia's Mafia

Cary, NC 27519

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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16.2 miles

Carolina Cat Rescue

Raleigh, NC 27615

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16.7 miles

Best Friend Pet Adoption

P.O. Box 5305, Cary, NC 27512

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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