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Kittens and cats in Raleigh, North Carolina

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These adorable cats are available for adoption in Raleigh, North Carolina. To learn more about each adoptable cat, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
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Luther

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 4 yrs 8 mos
Cary, NC
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Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Luther is a handsome panther who just turned 2. He and his litter mates were born in their foster home. They have all gone on to their furrever homes and Luther wonders why noone has wanted such a handsome boy such as himself.  He is a little on the shy side, but has really come out of his shell over the past few months. His bestest buddy is his foster brother Puff, but he gets along with most of the other cats. Sometimes he needs to be redirected when he's not taking cues from his foster sibs. He's never seen a dog, but he would probably be fine with one. He's also never been around children, so that might be an adjustment for him, but not out of the question. He almost always looks concerned, but he loves to play with the other cats and with toys. He's also been caught chasing his tail on occasion. He will jump up on the ottoman, but he's not really a cuddler and doesn't care much for being picked up and held, but will allow it. He would do fine alone or with other cats. If looking to adopt 2, maybe consider adopting with his mom, Marigold. If you are interested in adopting Luther, please fill out an adoption application here  https://miasmafia.org/adoption-application You must live within 60 miles of the Raleigh, NC area in order to qualify for adoption. Your application will be denied if you live further away. Approx DOB 8/18/2019 Adoption fee is $110.00 ##1211687##
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Lenny K

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 5 yrs 10 mos
Cary, NC
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Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This handsome dude is a real charmer.  After being abandoned by his previous owner when she suddenly moved out of the country, he joined his foster family and made sure everyone knew he was the boss!  He is fine with other cats after a slow introduction, but would probably prefer to be a one and only.  When he was examined by the vet, it was discovered that he had a significant heart murmur.  It does not slow him down at all.  He is so sweet, full of life, lots of fun, and craves attention from humans.  The hope is that he will grown out of the murmur, but if not, he may not live as long as we would love to see.  He deserves a wonderful life with a loving human, regardless of his condition and he will be a wonderful companion for some lucky somebody!  Do you have the heart to share your home with this super cat? If you are interested in adopting Lenny, please fill out an adoption application here  https://miasmafia.org/adoption-application You must live within 60 miles of the Raleigh, NC area in order to qualify for adoption. Your application will be denied if you live further away. DOB is 5/28/2018 Adoption fee is $110.00 ##1229673##
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Addie Belle

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 5 yrs 9 mos
Cary, NC
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Good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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This sweet little girl was part of a colony of cats and was found one day off all by herself looking very hungry and sick.  She was rescued and taken into a foster home where she has been treated like royalty!  Sweet baby has CH, cerebellar hypoplasia, and has trouble walking and balancing, causing her to fall over.  She is very healthy, happy and will live a normal life with a few adjustments to accommodate her special needs.  She  loves other kitties, loves to play with toys and likes to wrestle, but is pretty quiet and calm most of the time.  If you have a place in your heart for a special needs kitty, this sweetheart will not disappoint.  She is pretty awesome! If you are interested in adopting Addie Belle, fill out an adoption application here  https://miasmafia.org/adoption-application You must live within 60 miles of the Raleigh, NC area in order to qualify for adoption. Your application will be denied if you live further away. DOB is approx 6/30/2018 Adoption fee is $50.00   ##1140795##
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Lisa

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs
Cary, NC
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Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Have you ever driven that extra couple miles to get that really cool ice in a drink that you like? Ok, cool becasue then you might understand Lisa's obsession with ice. She and the refrigerator are in a daily face off as she waits for it to give up a piece of ice. She is obsessed. She must have her ice. It is her daily job other than snuggling. So Lisa would really like a home with an icemaker and a purrson willing to feed her ice obsession. Other than ice, she loves laps, snuggling, being held and all other animals. She enjoys being in a snuggle pile with her siblings (Leopold, Wendy and Shelley) - especially Leo. He doesn't make fun of her ice dealio and she appreciates that.  If you are interested in adopting Lisa, please fill out an adoption application here  https://miasmafia.org/adoption-application You must live within 60 miles of the Raleigh, NC area in order to qualify for adoption. Your application will be denied if you live further away. Approx DOB 04/21/2022 Adoption fee is $110.00 ##1493886##
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Diego

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 5 yrs 2 mos
Cary, NC
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Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Diego is a BIG boy with very kissable cheeks. He adores being on your lap, next to your lap and thinking about getting in your lap. He will sleep next to you and nap next to you. He is just learning about toys and playing but is way more interested in his person and getting attention than anything else. He is making up for lost time in getting all the love that he can. At some point he had to have been somebody's baby and they dumped him out. He is a love and not a fighter and life for him outside was not easy. He ended up scarred, beaten up and with bite marks. Clearly he did not fight back. Being the easy target, he was attacked brutally by other cats and ended up with FIV. What does that mean? Very little other than if he get sick, he needs to see the vet. He doesn't need medication, extra care and should live as long and happy of a life as a non FIV baby. (You can learn more about FIV at www.fivcats.com). He happily lives with other cats in foster care and is gentle and loving, if not a little cautious with them. He just wants love and kisses. If you are looking for a sweet, perfect, gentle boy who wants to be on or near your lap purring, then this big boy is for you.  If you are interested in adopting Diego, please fill out an adoption application here  https://miasmafia.org/adoption-application You must live within 60 miles of the Raleigh, NC area in order to qualify for adoption. Your application will be denied if you live further away. Approx DOB 02/14/2019 Adoption fee is $90.00 ##1502315##
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Lucy Lee

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 11 mos
Cary, NC
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Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
General Personality:  bright, always happy to see you, greets you when you come home, curious, guard cat checking out the windows for possums and raccoons “just WHO do you think you are in my yard?”, active. Cute things about her: She loves to be petted, loves attention, chirps to say hello, very friendly, she’s fine with you touching her on her tummy, head, tail.  Favorite things:  Bird and squirrel watching; her favorite is when the hummingbird comes to the feeder and looks at her through the window. She loves to play with her feather wand toy and can spend hours playing - for as long as your arm holds out. Other things: Lucy is not a lap cat, she will sit beside you and nap, she does not like to be picked up and held but we are working on that with her.  Lucy seems not to enjoy the company of other cats, unknown about dogs.  Physical Characteristics:  Petite, brown tabby, spots and stripes, green eyes.  If you are interested in adopting Lucy Lee, please fill out an adoption application here  https://miasmafia.org/adoption-application You must live within 60 miles of the Raleigh, NC area in order to qualify for adoption. Your application will be denied if you live further away. Approx DOB 05/01/2021 Adoption fee is $110.00 ##1548944##

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Rohe Animal Rescue

Raleigh/Durham & surrounding areas, NC 27668

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Tails of the Unwanted - Raleigh

Raleigh, NC 27609

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Snowflake Animal Rescue

P.O. Box 99672, Raleigh, NC 27624

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HEART (Heaven and Earth Animal Rescue Team)

P.O. Box 18172, Raleigh, NC 27619

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Calvin's Paws

PO Box 17271, Raleigh, NC 27619

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Carolina Cat Rescue

Raleigh, NC 27615

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Mardens Cat Tales

Raleigh, NC 27615

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Animal Advocates Coalition, Inc.

128 Windchime Ct, Raleigh, NC 27615

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Second Chance Pet Adoptions

6003 Chapel Hill Road, Suite 125, Raleigh, NC 27607

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SnooperHeroes Cat and Canine Rescue - Raleigh

Raleigh, NC 27601

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