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Domestic Shorthair kittens & cats in Chesapeake, Virginia

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Sweet Pea

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 yrs 8 mos
Chesapeake, VA
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Winter is such a sweet young girl, that absolutely adores attention. She is still learning that being held is a good thing, but it won`t be long before she`s got the hang of being a lap warmer!
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Mando

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 9 yrs 3 mos
CHESAPEAKE, VA
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Good with kids, Good with cats, Needs special attention, Declawed, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Update October 2023. I remain with my foster - not showing at the Pet Adoption Center as it stressed me out - I was there 23 times - showing just on the weekends. I am still on my rigid Rx food plan (wet and dry) and my urine is monitored every three months along with my weight. I am a loving guy who loves attention. More to follow. Announcement: sorry to disappoint, but I will not be showing at the Pet Adoption Center on Saturday, 11 June 2022. I will be there on Sunday, the 12th. Come to visit for awhile! =================================================== My owner surrendered me to CRI for the Pet Adoption Center on 21 February 2022 under the guise that I had a mental issue - least that is what their Vet told him. Read more below under 'Background. I was removed from the Pet Adoption Center on 1 March and placed on Medical Hold addressing my medical issues. I was cleared on 1 May 2022 and now available for adoption.' My Foster calls me 'Handsome Mando' ....because I am! I am the most perfect CAT EVER! I am an Awesome cat! I am an Extremely Affectionate and Extremely Loving guy who absolutely LOVES ear scratches. Go ahead and pet me - I will roll over to show my belly. I am also a Gentle, Quiet, Laid-back type of guy seeking the same in a home. Best that my new home be quiet. Loud noises and fast motions really scare me. I will hide and even may have wetting incidents external to the litter box. So no young children. Children MUST be older than 14/16 years of age. No barking dogs. Prefer adults or seniors. Get along with males and females. This last year has been extremely challenging for me as my family had changes - suddenly the home had five kids all under the age of ten. Way too much activity and noise for me. As a result, I became stressed and anxious. The anxiety affected my urinary habits - I was too scared to go the litter box, so I held it or peed someplace that was not in the litter box. I also was diagnosis with UTI and bladder infections, so now I have a history of both. Please note that when the kids were not home, I had no issues whatsoever - I used the litter box. What do I like? Let me share a little: I like to be picked up, held and hugged gently and in a quiet home (but you know that part already). I also like to be brushed. My fur is very dense and needs to be brushed. I am a Very Social guy and Friendly to all my resident foster felines - as if, I had always been here. So having other cats is okay, but I would welcome to be your only cat too! I am WICKED SMART and VERY Clever . I figured out how to use the dog flap without watching the residents. I ventured out into the garden (note backyard has Purrfect Fence)...sitting under the trees for shade and stretching out on the garden stones for the heat. The play chases occurred too. {Foster Note: prior owner kept Handsome Mando as an inside cat. No notes about his first home - perhaps he was an outside kitty?} I meow when I am hungry or will sit on the counter looking at you with my hungry eyes. I eat all the different types of Rx Urinary food as my meal plan. I will sleep in bed with you - near the knee/leg area...but could be closer. All the other spots were taken by the other Foster feline residents. My most favorite pastime is positioned in front of the window or front door watching life unfold. The Vet suggested that I have an 'Enrichment Program' to assist with the correction of my inappropriate urination. My family had a large cat-friendly dog. We were friends and we played together. ================================ Background with Medical Updates: My owner surrendered me after two years because they were unable to provide a safe and quiet home for me. I did see a Vet - many times - tried medications and special prescription food. Cat Rescue, Inc accepted me knowing I came with inappropriate peeing. Why was I surrendered? Because I was showing signs of anxiety and stress over the past year (2021). Initially, my family of ONE adopted me from an ASPCA when I was 5 years old and already declawed. I had the best two years in a quiet home.... but then, the family dynamics changed drastically with the addition of a wife and five very young children under the age of ten. My Family was so patient with me. They tried all they could to help me. They added more litter boxes for me in different locations, tried calming collars, sprays, and plug-ins (for me). Their Vet assessed my behavior as psychological - so it was either me or the kids leaving. Well, here I am...no surprise.... and I welcome the change of environment! The first three days for me at the Center, it was noted that while I did posture to pee in the litter pan, no pee came out....until the forth attempt. Then much later after my successful pee, it was found out that I had peed in my bed on three separate occasions ...three new bed changes for me...I did not know I did this as I kept sleeping in the wet bed. At first, it was contributed to me getting use to my surroundings...but as it turned out, it was much more than this. My first 1 March 2022 Vet visit lead to a slew of more appointments trying to figure out what was ailing me and my behavioral issues of inappropriate wetting. The Vets did diagnosed I had urethra sphincter spasms, so I was on meds for that along with pain meds for two weeks. Elevated RBC's were found in this sample; no bacteria. The second urine sample still showed blood, so I went to Blue Pearl for an ultra-sound: all normal, no inflammation, no stones. The internist stated a plausible source for the blood was the needle entering to pull the urine. He also advised a Rx wet food diet only as perhaps the dry food from my diet formed as particulates in my urine and maybe was irritating my bladder wall? The next month my diet was only wet food. I had to be isolated from the other cats and their dry food. Guess what? It worked. A month later, my free urine catch using hydrophobic litter was tested and showed NO Blood in my urine. My special needs: 1. Rx: Royal Canin Urinary SO and Urinary SO/Calm wet food and Purina Plan UR wet food. ABSOLUTELY NO DRY FOOD or TREATs! 2. Transdermal Fluoxetine (Prozac) pen applied to alternating ears for up to 2 months when adopted. Vet says I can be weaned off it after two - three months (maybe sooner) after settling into my new home. It will help me adjust and not get stressed. Stress is the Culprit with my urination amount and inappropriate urination outside of the litter box. {From Foster: Mando received only three days of Fluoxetine and NEVER urinated outside the litter box. Home was quiet - had other cats, no kids, no dogs.} Note: Handsome Mando will not be checking into the Pet Adoption Center as a guest waiting for adoption, but will remain with the Foster. The goal is not to have him become stressed and have a return of his inappropriate urination. Interested to adopt him? Text Shawne at 757.237.6112 or text the Foster Liz at 757.359.9834. No not call Liz as voice mail not set up.
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Steve

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs 8 mos
Chesapeake, VA
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Lorna

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 yrs
CHESAPEAKE, VA
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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I have a sketchy story. I have no idea what my life was before..... But this I can share....I was picked up by a local ACO and brought to their shelter...turns out I had a family as I was already spayed. I stayed at the shelter but no one came looking for me or had any interest in adopting me. I developed a chip on my shoulders and I did not trust any human. I will hiss, extend my paw with claws out ready to give you a tattoo of scratch marks. It did not look too good at the shelter for me. The shelter transferred me to CRI and here I sit at the Pet Adoption Center, Greenbrier PetSmart store. I arrived 2 August 2023. I do need a special person with a cat behavior background who can help me. One person here is working with me since I arrived. Now, I will enter a kennel on my own so I can get out of my cage. I watch the other kittens at play...and yes I will hiss at them from inside the kennel. They must think it is a game as they keep coming back. So it is a game! I am getting better - watching more, hissing less. In my kennel, I even have moved my locations from a cat tree to the floor level. But this took time. I am still a work in progress, so if you are reading this, can you foster me? Give me my own room, no other cats or dogs or kids around. Give me time, more room to explore, a window would be grand. I will do my best to improve. I really do no know what will become of me. I do respond to Calming sprays and treats. I like to play with wand toys. I LOVE temptation treats. Come and visit me on the weekends during playtime at the Chesapeake PetSmart Store, Pet Adoption Center on Greenbrier Parkway: Saturday, 1100 - 1700 Sunday, 1200 - 1630 Plus, you can always visit me any time the store is open Monday - Friday and call the contact number on my cage card to meet me. Adoption fee is cash or check only
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Nina fka Morgan

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 yrs 2 mos
Chesapeake, VA
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Lucky

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 yrs 11 mos
CHESAPEAKE, VA
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Updated 11 April 2024: I was placed in a MEDHOLD status on 19 December 2023....went to the Vets to find out I had some medical issues.....I found a Foster.....tests and meds followed and now four months later, I have been cleared by the Vet for adoption as of 13 April 2024.. Since I need daily medications, I stay with my fosters and come up on Saturday to show. ======================== Now about Me: I am an out-going feline who loves to explore my environment. I am back through no fault of my own. (read history below) Expect me to bond with you - I will be your shadow, your bestie, I LOVE MY HUMANS. I Love to get all your affection too. I like to jump to the highest possible place. I do a good laser chase too. My History: Originally, I was adopted and returned to the local shelter on the peninsula...then after a stay with them, I was transferred to Cat Rescue, Inc and placed into the Pet Adoption Center. Soon after I was adopted in October 2023. Well, that adoption did not work out for me. I was returned on 13 December bc I showed signs of anxiety bc the home was way too stressful for me with 2 chihuahuas, 3 children under the age of 10 and the family had too much noise and movement for me to feel safe. My ideal home is a quiet one - just me and you and maybe another adult. Older children who are quiet - no loud music! No dogs please as the chihuahuas were the first ever I met and it did not go well. My wish - my new home - quiet - with loving and doting humans. Come and visit me on the weekends during playtime at the Chesapeake PetSmart Store, Pet Adoption Center on Greenbrier Parkway: Saturday, 1100 - 1700 Sunday, by appointment only 1200 - 1630 Plus, you can always visit me any time the store is open Monday - Friday and call the contact number on my cage card to meet me. Adoption fee is cash or check only

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Kaw(fee) N'Cream

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Portsmouth, VA
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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This is my sweet big boy, Kaw (short for Kawfee). I adopted Kaw and his sister, Cookie, from a friend that was giving away baby kittens. Mom was a feral turned domestic cat; dad is an unknown neighborhood cat but we assume he was a big guy. The litter was born May 19, 2019 which makes him about 5.5 yrs old. He has always been timid (he was the last to meow in the litter). He can come off shy but LOVES love and cuddles. Enjoys being groomed; his spot is behind the ears. He loves laser light type toys and will play until he's tired. Also be sure to keep an eye on hairs ties because he will steal them all. He enjoys lap naps and likes to sleep at the foot of the bed or a comfy hammock in a cat tree. Kaw gets along great with other animals once he's comfortable (his best play pal use to be a pit bull lol). He loves to eat just as much as he loves to sleep. I am looking for a loving home that can dedicate time to loving on this sweet boy. Great with kids! Knows his name and some commands.
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max

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Portsmouth, VA
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
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Cinnamon

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Portsmouth, VA
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Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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Currently has cystitis, which the vet and I think may be linked to being stressed at my house with all the changes happening. We took Cinnamon in 3 years ago, she’s 4 years old. She is a loving cuddle bug, once she gets used to you, but she’s not too fond of dogs. We have a German Shepherd and she’ll just maintain her distance. She’s been in a home with 3 other cats, and does well with others as long as you give her the attention she desires. She’s also been around children (newborn-1 y/o) does well, but she keeps a good distance when she wants some peace and quiet. I’m currently pregnant with baby #2. With my husband working out of town often, my long work hours, and the news of another child on the way, we know we cannot give her all the love and attention she needs. We’re looking for a home that can offer her a loving, warm place to take long naps (she loves a sunny window), a comfy lap to lay on, and a lot of pets. Can provide: brush some food food bowl toys calming packets
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TABBI

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 yrs 6 mos
Norfolk, VA
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Calm, quiet, and curious I love cuddling with Star and going outside on a catio. I enjoy spending time with other cats and adults that can give me time to bond with them. I am described as Cautious, friendly, playful, active, and shy. I like to be pet on my head and neck!
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AZALEA

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 yrs 3 mos
Norfolk, VA
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Spayed or Neutered,
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MOE

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs 6 mos
Norfolk, VA
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Cat Rescue, Inc

1236 Greenbrier Parkway, CHESAPEAKE, VA 23320

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Chesapeake Animal Services

2100 S. Military Hwy., Chesapeake, VA 23320

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Norfolk Animal Care Center

5585 Sabre Road, Norfolk, VA 23502

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Critter Cavalry Rescue - VA

Norfolk, VA 23510

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Norfolk SPCA

916 Ballentine Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23504

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Save A Mutt Kennel - East VA

2000 Fisher Arch, Virginia Beach, VA 23456

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Portsmouth Humane

4022 Seaboard Court, Portsmouth, VA 23701

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Billy the Kidden Rescue

Billy the Kidden Rescue, 4330 Holland Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23452

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Paws 2 Rescue

4820 Bel Aire Lane, Virginia Beach, VA 23455

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Feral Affairs Network

Norfolk, VA 23518

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