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Solara and Malibu are loving siblings rescued from West Virginia. They would love to be adopted together! They are very active, energetic and playful, often getting the "zoomies" and racing around the house.
In their foster home they have been eating Fancy Feast Grilled and Gravy Lovers varieties canned twice daily, and have very healthy appetites for that type of wet food. They do not care too much for the pate varieties. They also have free access to Purina Pro Plan Complete Essentials Chicken and Egg kibble. They have good litter box manners and are accustomed to unscented litter. A wide variety of toys to bat around, and an upright scratching post wrapped in sisal rope, are a must. They enjoy climbing up and down carpeted kitty towers. They also love interactive play with their humans using the long plastic wand with feathers on the end, and love to play with other cats. Solara is the braver of the two, while her brother is a bit more cautious when it comes to being introduced to new surroundings. Solara is also more outgoing and accepting of being picked up, while Malibu tends to be affectionate on his own terms. They are not suited for a house with small children or dogs as commotion and loud noises easily startle and upset them. They will need an experienced cat owner who will allow extra patience and time for them to relax and acclimate to a new environment.
Their estimated birthdate is 9/1/2021. They are current on vaccinations, tested negative for FIV and FeLV, have been micro chipped, and have been neutered/spayed.
************** Please note:
4Paws will only consider local adoptions (Northern VA / DC / MD metropolitan area)
4Paws does not adopt to students
All kittens under 6mos of age must be adopted into a home that already has another young cat/kitten; otherwise, must be adopted in pairs with a littermate.
Solara and Malibu are loving siblings rescued from West Virginia. They would love to be adopted together! They are very active, energetic and playful, often getting the "zoomies" and racing around the house.
In their foster home they have been eating Fancy Feast Grilled and Gravy Lovers varieties canned twice daily, and have very healthy appetites for that type of wet food. They do not care too much for the pate varieties. They also have free access to Purina Pro Plan Complete Essentials Chicken and Egg kibble. They have good litter box manners and are accustomed to unscented litter. A wide variety of toys to bat around, and an upright scratching post wrapped in sisal rope, are a must. They enjoy climbing up and down carpeted kitty towers. They also love interactive play with their humans using the long plastic wand with feathers on the end, and love to play with other cats. Solara is the braver of the two, while her brother is a bit more cautious when it comes to being introduced to new surroundings. Solara is also more outgoing and accepting of being picked up, while Malibu tends to be affectionate on his own terms. They are not suited for a house with small children or dogs as commotion and loud noises easily startle and upset them. They will need an experienced cat owner who will allow extra patience and time for them to relax and acclimate to a new environment.
Their estimated birthdate is 9/1/2021. They are current on vaccinations, tested negative for FIV and FeLV, have been micro chipped, and have been neutered/spayed.
************** Please note:
4Paws will only consider local adoptions (Northern VA / DC / MD metropolitan area)
4Paws does not adopt to students
All kittens under 6mos of age must be adopted into a home that already has another young cat/kitten; otherwise, must be adopted in pairs with a littermate.
At the adoption fairs, if you meet a kitten or cat that you want to adopt, you will be asked to complete an application and contract and leave a check for the adoption fee ($120 for an adult or $145 for un-neutered kitten of which $50 is a deposit that is refunded after you provide 4Paws proof of sterilization). We ask that you pay the adoption fee up front at the fairs in order to “put a hold” on the cat until your application is processed. If your application is not approved, your check is returned to you.
Neither cats nor kittens are sent to their new homes on the day of the fair. It usually takes 4-5 days to process the application before the cat can go to his or her adoptive home. Pre-approval is an option, though. To accelerate the adoption process, you can fax a completed application and contract to us at 703-560-9795 a few days before the fair. Adoption Applications are available on this website.
At the adoption fairs, if you meet a kitten or cat that you want to adopt, you will be asked to complete an application and contract and leave a check for the adoption fee ($120 for an adult or $145 for un-neutered kitten of which $50 is a deposit that is refunded after you provide 4Paws proof of sterilization). We ask that you pay the adoption fee up front at the fairs in order to “put a hold” on the cat until your application is processed. If your application is not approved, your check is returned to you.
Neither cats nor kittens are sent to their new homes on the day of the fair. It usually takes 4-5 days to process the application before the cat can go to his or her adoptive home. Pre-approval is an option, though. To accelerate the adoption process, you can fax a completed application and contract to us at 703-560-9795 a few days before the fair. Adoption Applications are available on this website.
Adoption fairs are held once or twice a month at various PETCO stores in Northern Virginia. The adoption fairs are usually held on Saturday’s from 1:00 to 5:00. Between 30 and 60 cats and kittens are shown for adoption at each fair—with the larger fairs generally occurring April through October.
While they are waiting to find permanent loving homes, our cats temporarily live in foster homes. The foster families bring the cats and kittens to the adoption fairs to be seen by potential adopters. Applicants have the opportunity to handle the cats and in some cases, meet the foster parents who can provide additional insight into a cat’s habits and personality.
Adoption fairs are held once or twice a month at various PETCO stores in Northern Virginia. The adoption fairs are usually held on Saturday’s from 1:00 to 5:00. Between 30 and 60 cats and kittens are shown for adoption at each fair—with the larger fairs generally occurring April through October.
While they are waiting to find permanent loving homes, our cats temporarily live in foster homes. The foster families bring the cats and kittens to the adoption fairs to be seen by potential adopters. Applicants have the opportunity to handle the cats and in some cases, meet the foster parents who can provide additional insight into a cat’s habits and personality.
More about this rescue
The 4Paws Rescue Team is a nonprofit community-based all volunteer organization that takes in neglected, abandoned, abused and unwanted cats and kittens. Cats rescued by 4Paws receive vaccines and appropriate veterinary care before being adopted into permanent, loving homes. An animal rescued by 4Paws will never be euthanized except out of medical necessity.
Additionally, 4Paws is dedicated to supporting the management of populations and improving the health of feral cat colonies. 4Paws volunteers also hold seminars in local schools to teach children the importance of responsible pet care.
4Paws is a qualified public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. All contributions are fully tax deductible as allowed by law. A copy of our FY2005 annual report may be viewed by clicking here.
The 4Paws Rescue Team participates in the Combined Federal Campaign and Commonwealth of Virginia Campaign. Federal Government workers can contribute to 4Paws through payroll deductions by designating #34517. Virginia State Employees may contribute through their payroll by designating #200063.
The 4Paws Rescue Team is a nonprofit community-based all volunteer organization that takes in neglected, abandoned, abused and unwanted cats and kittens. Cats rescued by 4Paws receive vaccines and appropriate veterinary care before being adopted into permanent, loving homes. An animal rescued by 4Paws will never be euthanized except out of medical necessity.
Additionally, 4Paws is dedicated to supporting the management of populations and improving the health of feral cat colonies. 4Paws volunteers also hold seminars in local schools to teach children the importance of responsible pet care.
4Paws is a qualified public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. All contributions are fully tax deductible as allowed by law. A copy of our FY2005 annual report may be viewed by clicking here.
The 4Paws Rescue Team participates in the Combined Federal Campaign and Commonwealth of Virginia Campaign. Federal Government workers can contribute to 4Paws through payroll deductions by designating #34517. Virginia State Employees may contribute through their payroll by designating #200063.
