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Domestic Shorthair kittens & cats in Rhode Island

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Simba

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 7 yrs 3 mos
Warwick, RI
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Meet Simba! Simba is a 7-year-old Bengal cat with a loving heart and a big personality. He’s extremely friendly, very cuddly, and enjoys being close to his people. Simba is quite chatty and isn’t shy about sharing his opinions—he’ll happily keep you company with his voice as well as his affection. Simba is leash-trained and enjoys supervised outdoor walks and exploration. While he has no known history living with other pets, we believe he could do well with cat-savvy children who understand feline boundaries. We are also open to homes with other pets, provided adopters are committed to slow, appropriate introductions to set everyone up for success. Simba would thrive in a home that appreciates an interactive, social cat who loves attention and companionship. If you’re looking for a confident, affectionate Bengal with lots of personality and love to give, Simba may be the perfect addition to your family. If you’re an experienced cat person looking for a brilliant, bold feline friend, Simba just might be your guy. Email cats@rispca.com to learn more!
We'll also keep you updated on Sammy C Cunningham's adoption status with email updates.
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Sammy C Cunningham

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Saunderstown, RI
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Good with cats,
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  Adoption Donation  $299 Located: in MS (Transportation costs included to the Northeast, plz ask for more details) Age:  6 mos. old as of  1/26/26     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 cat with us.  Because we save lives from various locations throughout the United States, some cats 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 January 26, 2026, 11:51 am
We'll also keep you updated on Sosa C Cunningham's adoption status with email updates.
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Sosa C Cunningham

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Saunderstown, RI
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Good with cats,
Story
  Adoption Donation  $299 Located: in MS (Transportation costs included to the Northeast, plz ask for more details) Age:  6 mos. old as of  1/26/26     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 cat with us.  Because we save lives from various locations throughout the United States, some cats 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 January 26, 2026, 11:51 am
We'll also keep you updated on Leo & Louie's adoption status with email updates.
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Leo & Louie

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 6 mos
Providence, RI
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
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Meet Louie & Leo - 6-Month-Old Bonded Brothers Looking for Their Forever Home! Louie and Leo are a bonded pair and must be adopted together - and once you meet them, you'll understand why Louie is a social sweetheart who loves being around his people. He is full of affection and playful energy. He likes sleeping on top of you but can also be an independent little one too. Louie has the sweetest purr when snuggling and also when eating his yummy food. Leo is a playful little bundle of joy with typical orange - kitten energy. He is happiest close by also snuggling. Wherever Louie is found. Leo is not too far behind. Leo has a super sweet purr and loves a good belly rub. These boys have the most beautiful balance of gentle and cuddly energy. Their bond is strong, their personalities are amazing, and their love is endless If you're ready to open your home to a bonded pair who will fill it with purrs, laughter, and love - Louie and Leo are waiting
We'll also keep you updated on Buzz's adoption status with email updates.
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Buzz

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 7 mos
Johnston, RI
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(when grown) -
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Meet Buzz - Bonded with Twix! Adoption Fee: $275 Adoption Application: Copy & Paste https://forms.gle/NCYmet7DbsGM6zr36 Buzz is bonded with Twix, so we would prefer them to be adopted together. Buzz is a handsome tuxedo kitten born in April, and he’s the last of his litter still waiting for a forever home. This sweet boy didn’t end up alone for long, though—he formed a very special bond with his best friend Twix. Twix is a beautiful female white & calico kitten, born in June. Twix & Buzz are truly inseparable. They play together, nap together, and keep each other company like they’ve been siblings forever. Because of their strong bond, we are looking for a home that will adopt Buzz and Twix together. Both kittens are being raised in a loving foster home with dogs, other cats, and children, and they handle it all like pros. They are friendly, affectionate, playful, and well-socialized—the kind of kittens that fit right into family life. If you’re looking to double the love, double the purrs, and double the fun, Buzz and Twix are the most perfect pair and ready to make your home complete. Apply today to give this bonded duo the forever home they deserve! Fill out an application today and bring home your new best friend—or adopt a pair for double the love! We do offer a discount when adopting more than one pet. We have many adorable kittens to choose from—click/copy & paste the link to see the full lineup and find your perfect match: https://www.adoptapet.com/pet-search?radius=50&postalCode=02919&awos[0]=165123&filterMode=all Having a feline friend can be incredibly beneficial for their social and emotional well-being, providing comfort and support throughout their lives. All pets are microchipped, and the registration fee paid for lifetime. Please copy and paste the following URL for the adoption application: https://forms.gle/NCYmet7DbsGM6zr36 Paws of Dixie Animal Rescue adopts in the New England area. Our adoption fee includes the spay/neuter, up to date shots, Microchip, Alabama Health Certificate, and the transport service to get the new family pet to you. The pets are delivered by a licensed transporter. PDAR.info@gmail.com COMPLETED APPLICATIONS TAKE PRECEDENCE OVER INQUIRIES. If you are interested in adopting, the FIRST step is to complete an application. Please be advised that our volunteers are busy rescuing, transporting, and caring for our animals. We will respond to your application as soon as possible. Upon review of your application, the rescue in AL will contact you, so you can ask any specific questions that you may have. NOTE: All Paws of Dixie animals are located in AL foster homes. They will be transported north after adoption. If there is more than one decision maker in the home, all of them should be in agreement. We DO NOT adopt to anyone under the age of 21
We'll also keep you updated on Twix - Bonded with Buzz's adoption status with email updates.
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Twix - Bonded with Buzz

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 6 mos
Johnston, RI
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
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Meet Twix! Adoption Fee: $275 Adoption Application: Copy & Paste https://forms.gle/NCYmet7DbsGM6zr36 Twix is bonded with Buzz, so we would prefer them to be adopted together. Twix is a beautiful female white & calico kitten, born in June. Twix & Buzz are truly inseparable. They play together, nap together, and keep each other company like they’ve been siblings forever. Because of their strong bond, we are looking for a home that will adopt Buzz and Twix together. Buzz is a handsome tuxedo kitten born in April, and he’s the last of his litter still waiting for a forever home. This sweet boy didn’t end up alone for long, though—he formed a very special bond with his best friend Twix. Both kittens are being raised in a loving foster home with dogs, other cats, and children, and they handle it all like pros. They are friendly, affectionate, playful, and well-socialized—the kind of kittens that fit right into family life. If you’re looking to double the love, double the purrs, and double the fun, Buzz and Twix are the most perfect pair and ready to make your home complete. Apply today to give this bonded duo the forever home they deserve! Fill out an application today and bring home your new best friend—or adopt a pair for double the love! We do offer a discount when adopting more than one pet. We have many adorable kittens to choose from—click/copy & paste the link to see the full lineup and find your perfect match: https://www.adoptapet.com/pet-search?radius=50&postalCode=02919&awos[0]=165123&filterMode=all Having a feline friend can be incredibly beneficial for their social and emotional well-being, providing comfort and support throughout their lives. All pets are microchipped, and the registration fee paid for lifetime. Please copy and paste the following URL for the adoption application: https://forms.gle/NCYmet7DbsGM6zr36 Paws of Dixie Animal Rescue adopts in the New England area. Our adoption fee includes the spay/neuter, up to date shots, Microchip, Alabama Health Certificate, and the transport service to get the new family pet to you. The pets are delivered by a licensed transporter. PDAR.info@gmail.com COMPLETED APPLICATIONS TAKE PRECEDENCE OVER INQUIRIES. If you are interested in adopting, the FIRST step is to complete an application. Please be advised that our volunteers are busy rescuing, transporting, and caring for our animals. We will respond to your application as soon as possible. Upon review of your application, the rescue in AL will contact you, so you can ask any specific questions that you may have. NOTE: All Paws of Dixie animals are located in AL foster homes. They will be transported north after adoption. If there is more than one decision maker in the home, all of them should be in agreement. We DO NOT adopt to anyone under the age of 21

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Wonder Paws Rescue - Providence, RI Transport Stop

Providence , RI 02903

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Providence Animal Rescue League

34 Elbow St., Providence , RI 02903

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Providence Animal Control

200 Terminal Rd, Providence , RI 02905

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Cat Adoption Team Services

Riverside , RI 02915

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Ten Lives Cat Rescue

Pawtucket , RI 02860

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Rebecca's Paws and Claws Inc.- New England

Johnston , RI 02919

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Paws of Dixie Animal Rescue - RI

Johnston , RI 02919

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EGAPL Heart of RI

44 Worthington Road, Cranston , RI 02920

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Walkers Way Rescue

Cranston , RI 02921

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Rhode Island SPCA

155 Plan Way, Warwick , RI 02886

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