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Prince (bonded to Bourbon)

American Shorthair

Male, Adult
Chandler, AZ
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Spayed or Neutered,
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You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Prince is a orange tabby with a handsome coat and face.  He is approximately 5-7 years old. He has lived in a shelter  for a number of years after his owner passed away.  Prince is a very cautious guy around new humans but loves the company of other cats. He has come a long way since first arriving at the shelter. He enjoys being brushed, rubbed with scatcher, and petted on his back. He loves Fancy Feast too! Prince would be consider a "socially awkward cat".  What is a socially awkward cat?  Some cats are shy, timid, or fearful of people and other cats. They may hide, avoid, or even lash out when approached by strangers. These cats are not mean or unlovable; they are just socially awkward and need extra time and patience to trust and bond with their human companions. They may never become affectionate lap cats, but they have their own unique ways of showing love and appreciation. If you are looking for a cat who will challenge you, surprise you, and reward you with loyalty and devotion, then you might be the perfect match for one of our socially awkward cats.   Because these cats require more patience and understanding than most, we have a few special policies regarding them:   We will ask more questions about your home environment, other pets, children, and other details to make sure you are the right match for the cat. Please don't be discouraged if you are not the right fit! We have many other cats, and one of them is sure to be a fit. We typically arrange video meet-and-greets for these cats for the initial contact. Most of these cats get stressed out by new situations, and allowing them to be seen without that stress trigger makes for a better experience for everyone. We may discount the adoption fees for these cats. Our first priority is to find the right match between cat and human, and we realize that these kitties may take more time than most to settle in and determine compatibility.   If you think you may be the right fit for Prince or another one of our socially awkward cats, please fill out an interest form today!  Prince has become bonded to his bestie Bourbon - they do everything together and help each other navigate the scariness of the world together!Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.    Our adoption fee is $175       If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Cat Interest Form on AZRAIN.ORG and, if you are selected as a prospective adopter, we will contact you to set up a meet and greet. Thank you for considering rescuing an animal in need!     November 15, 2024, 9:59 am
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Sonja

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Phoenix, AZ
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Not good with dogs, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Sonja is a kitty I rescued, she has been inside with me since she was attacked by a dog in August '22. She is FIV+, which just means she needs to be indoors and well cared for. She is a sweet, smart, feisty girl, with a unique look. She loves being combed, playing with wand toys, horizontal scratchers are LIFE for her. She likes to sing the song of her people sometimes but I think it is because she is lonely, I have 3 resident cats and work long hours so I can’t be with her as much I she needs.
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Shirley

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Phoenix, AZ
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Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Rescued cats need new home Meet Laverne and Shirley. I have been taking care of these cuties for a couple of years now, ever since they were abandoned by their owners, who used to be my neighbors. The landlord does not allow pets, and I never intended to have pets, so I am looking for a new home for them. They are sisters, about five years old. They are very tame, house-trained and like human contact. They can be good with other cats and kids, once they are acclimated. From what I have observed, they are calm around dogs as long as the dogs are calm around them. They have both been spayed and vaccinated for rabies and FVRCP. It would be nice if they were adopted together, but what is most important is that the find new homes.
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Laverne

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Phoenix, AZ
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Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Rescued cats need new home Meet Laverne and Shirley. I have been taking care of these cuties for a couple of years now, ever since they were abandoned by their owners, who used to be my neighbors. The landlord does not allow pets, and I never intended to have pets, so I am looking for a new home for them. They are sisters, about five years old. They are very tame, house-trained and like human contact. They can be good with other cats and kids, once they are acclimated. From what I have observed, they are calm around dogs as long as the dogs are calm around them. They have both been spayed and vaccinated for rabies and FVRCP. It would be nice if they were adopted together, but what is most important is that the find new homes.
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Half Face

American Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Phoenix, AZ
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Good with cats, House-trained,
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Half Face a 10 week old kitten. Looking for a good home. Very playful, likes to hide.
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Nigella

American Shorthair

Female, Young
Phoenix, AZ
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Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Nigella was a friendly neighborhood kitten, too friendly to be an outside cat. I brought her inside, got her spayed and she has been staying in my bathroom since. She is a sweet kitten, she loves to play with kicker toys and would be great as a solo kitty or with another energetic pal. I currently have 4 resident cats, all rescues of course, and I can't keep any more kitties. She is very sweet, cuddly, purry and playful!

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8.1 miles

RAIN Rescue

PO Box 2006, Chandler, AZ 85224

Pet Types: cats

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13.9 miles

Arf-Anage Dog Rescue

Phoenix, AZ 85032

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

15.5 miles

Arizona Society for the Importance of Animals

Phoenix, AZ 85022

Pet Types: cats

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Rescue

16.1 miles

Robin Hood Animal Rescue

Glendale, AZ 85301

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

16.2 miles

MEOWness Cat Adoptions

East Valley, AZ 85209

Pet Types: cats

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Rescue

27.9 miles

Handover Rover

Scottsdale, AZ 85262

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

30.4 miles

SHELTER FOR OUTCASTS, UNUSUALS, AND THE LOST AN ANIMAL RESCUE (SOUL)

Phoenix, AZ 85086

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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35.7 miles

Anthem Pets Animal Rescue

PO Box 74272, Anthem, AZ 85087

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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