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Domestic Shorthair kittens & cats in Rhode Island

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Below are our newest added Domestic Shorthairs available for adoption in Rhode Island. To see more adoptable Domestic Shorthairs in Rhode Island, use the search tool below to enter specific criteria!
We'll also keep you updated on Hillcrest's adoption status with email updates.
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Hillcrest

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs
Pawtucket, RI
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Good with cats, House-trained,
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Hillcrest is a 2 year old gentle cutie ready to bring in the new year with you! Those big green eyes and adorable tiger stripes are what dreams are made of, and Hillcrest is dreaming of finding his forever home. Our sweet boy loves spending his days playing with his ribbon toy and enjoying delicious wet food (both a sure way to in him over quick!Hillcrest is looking for a calmer home where he can continue to learn the ropes of being an indoor kitty. It might take a bit for him to get fully comfortable, but he will accept pets and love immediately. He headbutts for love and is very affectionate. Once settled in he will chirp with happiness when his person walks into the room. With just a little bit of time and trust, you'll be hearing that delightful chirp!An outdoor kitty no more, Hillcrest is enjoying his best life and is sure to be wonderful companion to someone very special. He is FIV+ but happy, healthy, and ready for his next adventure. Feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) is a cat-specific virus that cannot be passed onto dogs or humans. FIV is spread through deep bite wounds, typically seen on outdoor male cats who have not been neutered. It's rarely spread through grooming, sharing bowls, or litter boxes. FIV affects a cat's immune system, but most cats live long lives when they live indoors, receive routine veterinary care, have a stress-free home, and a good diet. To learn more about FIV, please visit the link below. https://www.alleycat.org/resources/feline-immunodeficiency-virus-fiv/______________________________Please complete an adoption application if you are interested in adopting from Ten Lives! Apply here:  https://tenlivescatrescue.org/adoptionapp/Please Note:If the cat or kitten is no longer listed in the drop-down menu of the application then they are no longer available for adoption and we are not accepting applications. Due to limited volunteer power, applications submitted for cats or kittens no longer available will not be reviewed. About Ten Lives:Ten Lives Cat Rescue is a 501(c)(3), nonprofit organization located in Rhode Island. Our foster-based program is 100% volunteer-powered. We do not have a facility or shelter with regular visiting hours. Out of respect for the time, privacy, and safety of our foster families, we require an approved adoption application before scheduling a meet and greet with a foster cat. Our goal is to place cats in their best-matched homes and facilitate lifelong adoptions. We do not review applications on a first-come, first-serve basis. We believe that veterinary care is an important part of cat guardianship. As such, a veterinary check is part of our adoption process. Our goal is to contact applicants within 96 business hours of receiving their application. During kitten season, wait times may be longer due to the influx of applications. We are all volunteers and kindly ask for your patience! All Ten Lives cats are spayed or neutered, receive age-appropriate vaccinations, tested for FIV/FeLv and parasites, dewormed, treated for fleas, and microchipped. These services are inclusive of the adoption fee.
We'll also keep you updated on Agnes's adoption status with email updates.
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Agnes

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 7 mos
Pawtucket, RI
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Good with cats, House-trained,
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7-month-old Agnes is ready to light up your life! This special girl is looking for an equally special person to spend all her days with. Agnes has been making progress but is still a shy girl who will need a calm, gentle routine to keep that confidence building. She can never say no to a squeeze up treat on a spoon, and is showing that playful side with her fishing pole toy! Agnes will do best in a patient home that will give her the time and hidey spots she needs to observe from a distance and get comfy. She gets along with other kitties but has not been tested with dogs. Young children are likely not a good match given her reserved personality and hopes to find a quiet spot to land. If you think you could be a match for Agnes, she hopes you will fill out an application today!*You can meet Agnes at PetSmart in Warwick today. Please avoid phone calls to the store, our team at Ten Lives is the best source to answer any questions you have!______________________________Please complete an adoption application if you are interested in adopting from Ten Lives! Apply here:  https://tenlivescatrescue.org/adoptionapp/Please Note:If the cat or kitten is no longer listed in the drop-down menu of the application then they are no longer available for adoption and we are not accepting applications. Due to limited volunteer power, applications submitted for cats or kittens no longer available will not be reviewed. About Ten Lives:Ten Lives Cat Rescue is a 501(c)(3), nonprofit organization located in Rhode Island. Our foster-based program is 100% volunteer-powered. We do not have a facility or shelter with regular visiting hours. Out of respect for the time, privacy, and safety of our foster families, we require an approved adoption application before scheduling a meet and greet with a foster cat. Our goal is to place cats in their best-matched homes and facilitate lifelong adoptions. We do not review applications on a first-come, first-serve basis. We believe that veterinary care is an important part of cat guardianship. As such, a veterinary check is part of our adoption process. Our goal is to contact applicants within 96 business hours of receiving their application. During kitten season, wait times may be longer due to the influx of applications. We are all volunteers and kindly ask for your patience! All Ten Lives cats are spayed or neutered, receive age-appropriate vaccinations, tested for FIV/FeLv and parasites, dewormed, treated for fleas, and microchipped. These services are inclusive of the adoption fee.
We'll also keep you updated on Rozlyn's adoption status with email updates.
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Rozlyn

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 6 mos
Pawtucket, RI
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Good with cats, House-trained,
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Rozlyn is a 6 month old tabby gently making her way to the adoption scene. This adorable girl is quiet and still working on her confidence, preferring to observe you from a cozy hiding spot until she's comfortable. When she begins to trust, Rozlyn shows her sweet side with soft blinks and quiet purrs. She enjoys a good squeeze up treat and long cat naps in her cat condo. Rozlyn is looking for a calm, patient home who will continue to work with her and build her trust. She gets along with other cats but would do best in a low traffic environment without any kiddos. If you think you could be Rozlyn's match, please fill out an application today. *You can meet Rozlyn at PetSmart in Warwick today. Please avoid phone calls to the store, our team at Ten Lives is the best source to answer any questions you have. ______________________________Please complete an adoption application if you are interested in adopting from Ten Lives! Apply here:  https://tenlivescatrescue.org/adoptionapp/Please Note:If the cat or kitten is no longer listed in the drop-down menu of the application then they are no longer available for adoption and we are not accepting applications. Due to limited volunteer power, applications submitted for cats or kittens no longer available will not be reviewed. About Ten Lives:Ten Lives Cat Rescue is a 501(c)(3), nonprofit organization located in Rhode Island. Our foster-based program is 100% volunteer-powered. We do not have a facility or shelter with regular visiting hours. Out of respect for the time, privacy, and safety of our foster families, we require an approved adoption application before scheduling a meet and greet with a foster cat. Our goal is to place cats in their best-matched homes and facilitate lifelong adoptions. We do not review applications on a first-come, first-serve basis. We believe that veterinary care is an important part of cat guardianship. As such, a veterinary check is part of our adoption process. Our goal is to contact applicants within 96 business hours of receiving their application. During kitten season, wait times may be longer due to the influx of applications. We are all volunteers and kindly ask for your patience! All Ten Lives cats are spayed or neutered, receive age-appropriate vaccinations, tested for FIV/FeLv and parasites, dewormed, treated for fleas, and microchipped. These services are inclusive of the adoption fee.
We'll also keep you updated on Jessy's adoption status with email updates.
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Jessy

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 3 mos
Middletown, RI
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We'll also keep you updated on Raven C Grace's adoption status with email updates.
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Raven C Grace

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Saunderstown, RI
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Good with cats, House-trained,
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Adoption Donation   $  299             Located:     MS    (Transportation costs included to the Northeast , plz ask for more details )    Age: approx    18 weeks old as of 12/26   Weight:   lbs    If you are interested in adopting me, please fill out an application on our website  www.fohari.org  and email my foster parent for more information:  friendsoha@yahoo.com Please verify the location and readiness of this dog with us.  Because we save lives from various locations through out the United States, some dogs may not be in New England yet, nor ready for immediate adoption.   Our adoption application can be found here: https://fohari.org/application/  Our Adoption Process:   Go to our website and select the animal you are interested in. ALL animals are in foster homes as we do NOT have a  shelter where you can visit. Some animals are in foster care in New England, and some are located in other states. If the initials following the animals name are a state, then that is the state where the animal is located. If initials are not a state, then those are the initials of the foster home outside of New England and you will not be able to meet the animal ahead of time. Complete our online application You will be contacted by phone or email by the foster parent  or a member of our adoption team and will have the opportunity to find out more about the animal, and ask any questions that you have to ensure the animal is a good fit for your household. If the animal is local, you can meet the animal, but you would not be able to take the dog home until you are approved to adopt.  From our end, we will check references and schedule a home visit.  If you live in an apartment, or a condo, we will need to verify permission to own the animal from your landlord or condo board. Please let your vet’s office and references know we will be contacting them. If your  references are positive, we will schedule a home visit by a volunteer. Please try to accommodate the home visit volunteer as most  have busy schedules. Delays in the visit will result in a delay in the adoption. Once you are approved, you will receive an e-mail with your  adoption contract attached. This e-mail will have details about pick up, the balance of the adoption fee that is owed, etc. Please email your signed & witnessed contract and pay your adoption fee in full, and for any animals located out of state, you will be contacted for details about transport to New England. Once you have paid your adoption fee in full and sent back your contract, you can make arrangement to pick up your animal from the foster home or from transport depending on where the animal is located. Please bring a harness, collar, ID tag and leash when you are picking up the dog unless otherwise instructed by the foster parent. Our extensive approval process is intended to ensure the best fit between our animals and adopters. Friends of Homeless Animals (FOHA) reserves the right to deny any adoption application with or without disclosure of cause. Your adoption fee helps to cover the cost of all age appropriate vetting and transportation. FOHARI.ORG makes no explicit or implicit guarantees in reference to the health, temperament and/or the breed of the animal. The animal is adopted ‘as is’, and the adopter assumes all responsibility for treatment of any and all existing conditions or any other conditions of physical or temperament changes that may occur. FOHARI.ORG will provide the animal with the basic vaccines, heart worm test and sterilization of dogs and cats before adoption if the age and current health of the animal permits. While FOHARI.ORG makes every effort to place only healthy animals, FOHARI.ORG cannot guarantee the health of any animal, and shall not be held responsible for any medical expenses that may be incurred. Rescuer will provide information received from the veterinarian exam, observations on the temperament of the animal and a best guess of the breed. Friends of Homeless Animals Inc. (FOHA) ASK ABOUT OUR TRAINING REBATE! Thanks for caring How to Help:  If you would like to HELP any of our special rescued dogs by making a donation or to place a deposit for a dog, you can use this secure & safe site on Paypal - please click on symbol below:     How to Contact us:  By phone between the hours of 10 AM and 7PM at 401-234-4499 By Email at friendsoha@yahoo.com Enter the dogs name in the subject line. Thank you! FRIENDS of HOMELESS ANIMALS, INC.  is a RHODE ISLAND NON PROFIT 501 (C)(3) RESCUE December 26, 2025, 8:55 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Heckle's adoption status with email updates.
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Heckle

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 7 mos
Peace Dale, RI
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Heckle is outgoing, fun, and full of personality. Playful and social, he loves engaging with people and is always ready to turn everyday moments into something joyful. With a curious spirit and an affectionate nature, this sweet cat is more than ready to bring love, laughter, and companionship into any home.

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Domestic Shorthair shelters & rescues in Rhode Island

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

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Ten Lives Cat Rescue

Pawtucket , RI 02860

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Paws of Dixie Animal Rescue - RI

Johnston , RI 02919

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Rebecca's Paws and Claws Inc.- New England

Johnston , RI 02919

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Providence Animal Rescue League

34 Elbow St., Providence , RI 02903

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Cat Adoption Team Services

Riverside , RI 02915

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EGAPL Heart of RI

44 Worthington Road, Cranston , RI 02920

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Rhode Island SPCA

155 Plan Way, Warwick , RI 02886

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

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Scruffy Paws Animal Rescue

Warwick , RI 02886

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Angels Caring for Animals, Inc.

112 Harding St, West Warwick , RI 02893

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

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Furbaby Ranch Rhode Island Chapter

Coventry , RI 02816

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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