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American Shorthair kittens & cats in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

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Peep

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Harrisburg, PA
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Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This is Peep, she’s about 5 1/2 years old and I adopted her as a kitten. She loves to play fetch with Q-tips, and loves her jingle mouse toys. She cuddles when she wants, but is overall a love bug. I am looking for a good home for her as her, and I don’t want her going to just any home. She will take time to get adjusted as any animal would. She deserves the best, and I am unable to give that to her right now. I’m not sure if she will be good with other animals or kids. She has only ever been an only cat. She loves being around her humans so someone who isn’t gone a lot would be best. Lately she doesn’t like me anymore and I’m not sure why, but is very loving with my husband. Just seems like there is lots of trust and fear. She has never shown aggression until a few months ago, but only towards me no one else.

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Shelby

American Shorthair

Female, Young
Mechanicsburg, PA
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Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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Shelby is a shy cat who loves to come out and play when things are quiet. She is almost two years old. She gets along well with other cats and children.
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Tractor

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Wellsville, PA
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Good with dogs, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Tractor was dropped off at Tractor Supply Company with a note that said “can’t afford vet bills, please help her”. She needs a specialized diet of Science Diet Z/D and has a prescription for prednisone. That seems to help with her allergies. She’s allergic to practically everything so she needs someone who can fully understand and afford her care. She is extremely sweet and loves to be pet. Shes not a lap cat but she will curl up near you. She’s not a big fan of my dog, but does tolerate her. My cats do not like Tractor so I am unsure if she is good with other cats.
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Roxy

American Shorthair

Female, Young
Palmyra, PA
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Good with kids, House-trained,
Story
Roxy is two years old, mainly black with a little white. She is very playful and curious. She can be shy to new people, but warms up quickly! We have had her for a short time, but unfortunately with a new landlord we are unable to keep her.. We would love to see her in a new home with a loving family!
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My Purrrrrfect Partner

American Shorthair

Female
Elizabethtown, PA
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You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. 2nd Chance 4 Life Rescue is primarily a sanctuary for senior and medically needy dogs.  Every once in awhile you will see younger dogs but for the most part our dogs live out their life at the ranch at the request of their previous owners or their owners families.  We have many sponsorship dogs.  Our sponsors love to keep in touch and know how their sponsored fur buddy is doing :)When we have foster families we are thrilled to be able to take adoptable younger dogs :)  So if you have ever thought about becoming fosters please feel free to go to our foster/volunteer page and fill out an application.The Ranch located at 737 Taylor Rd., Windsor, PA is always looking for dedicated volunteers that will commit to at least a 2 hour shift per week at the rescue.  Volunteers work in play yards, help with laundry and feeding.  Some enjoy landscaping or carpentry projects and some like to bake for the healing center visitors :)Thank you for supporting our mission of caring for the elderly and medically needy souls that need us!We are constantly being asked to help find a home for a helpless cat.  Typically it is someone is moving or the owner has died and there are only days to keep it from being tossed on the street or ending up in a kill shelter.PLEASE tell us what you are looking for in your next cat and we will process you application and call you when we have 'a fit'Thank you for caring enough to adopt instead of shop!Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.Please fill out an adoption application: Adoption application (Dog) Adoption Application (Cat)   Please understand we do not adopt out dogs to families with children under the age of 5. We do not adopt dogs to renters. Some dogs will have fence requirements while others may not.   A pet is a lifetime commitment. The dogs and cats in our system find themselves there, for the most part, because their humans did not have the same loyalty to them as they did to their owners. We do not take the adoption process lightly, and will do everything in our power to make sure the animal is placed correctly the first time around for your sake and theirs. Thank you for choosing to adopt not shop!October 14, 2024, 6:08 pm
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Gigi

American Shorthair

Female, Young
Elizabethtown, PA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. 2nd Chance 4 Life Rescue is primarily a sanctuary for senior and medically needy dogs.  Every once in awhile you will see younger dogs but for the most part our dogs live out their life at the ranch at the request of their previous owners or their owners families.  We have many sponsorship dogs.  Our sponsors love to keep in touch and know how their sponsored fur buddy is doing :)When we have foster families we are thrilled to be able to take adoptable younger dogs :)  So if you have ever thought about becoming fosters please feel free to go to our foster/volunteer page and fill out an application.The Ranch located at 737 Taylor Rd., Windsor, PA is always looking for dedicated volunteers that will commit to at least a 2 hour shift per week at the rescue.  Volunteers work in play yards, help with laundry and feeding.  Some enjoy landscaping or carpentry projects and some like to bake for the healing center visitors :)Thank you for supporting our mission of caring for the elderly and medically needy souls that need us!I am the sweetest little girl EVER!  I didn't have anyone love me and I found myself pregnant and alone. I was scared and I had no where to go. I had my babies alone under a deck :(  Finally someone saw me and my babies and called 2nd Chance, but unfortunately by then I had lost one of my babies :(  Now my 3 other little ones and me are safe in the arms of 2nd Chance. I'm spayed, housetrained, had my shots and am super sweet. I love kids but I am not fond of dogs. I can tolerate cats but would prefer to be an only pet. I am ready for someone to love me FUREVERVisit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.Please fill out an adoption application: Adoption application (Dog) Adoption Application (Cat)   Please understand we do not adopt out dogs to families with children under the age of 5. We do not adopt dogs to renters. Some dogs will have fence requirements while others may not.   A pet is a lifetime commitment. The dogs and cats in our system find themselves there, for the most part, because their humans did not have the same loyalty to them as they did to their owners. We do not take the adoption process lightly, and will do everything in our power to make sure the animal is placed correctly the first time around for your sake and theirs. Thank you for choosing to adopt not shop!October 14, 2024, 6:08 pm
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Thomas

American Shorthair

Male, Adult
Mount Holly Springs, PA
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(when grown) -
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Good with kids, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
It breaks my heart to have to rehome my cat, Thomas. I adopted him about six years ago, and he quickly became my best friend. Thomas is about six years old now, with a sweet disposition and an adorable, quirky personality. I’m looking for a new home for him that can give him the love and attention I can no longer give. He thrives in an active environment and gets along well with others, but he can be a little shy at first. I want to make sure he goes to someone who will be patient and understanding as he adjusts to a new space. Thomas is affectionate, playful, and a bit of a goofball. He loves to chase his toys and curl up on my lap while I work. It’s hard to let him go, but I know it’s the right thing to do for him. I just hope to find someone who will cherish him as much as I have. He is a great mouse catcher and even keeps his own nails trimmed. He comes with everything you need to have a cat: 2 covered litter boxes, water and timed food dispensers, toys, and more.

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16.7 miles

2nd Chance 4 Life Rescue

PO Box 549, Elizabethtown, PA 17022

Pet Types: dogs

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23.1 miles

New Beginnings Animal Rescue - PA

CARISLE, PA 17013

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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28.7 miles

Heavenly Paws Animal Shelter, Inc.

York County, PA 17360

Pet Types: cats

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