His previous owner no longer wanted him. They gave Big Bear shelter staff a million excuses in April 2024, painting this handsome, well-mannered 2-year-old stunner of a black panther in the most unflattering colors. Their portrait of him bore NO resemblance to the fantastic boy we've grown to know and love. Despite his confusion, he did his best to remain rosy, but after two months of waiting for someone to take notice and adopt him, his mood turned blue. That's when Kitty Devore Rescue, a dedicated team of animal lovers, decided enough was enough. We made the trek up the mountain to rescue him and give him a chance at a rosier life.
At the beginning of his foster stay, Kin was reserved and nervous. He hid and shied from all sudden movements. Some days, all his foster mom could find were his big yellow owl eyes watching her every move. But with the right environment and love, he blossomed into a sweet, affectionate lovebug, a transformation that fills us with hope for his future. While his constant shocked stare says otherwise, he enjoys the quiet life, lounging in the sun or participating in his favorite activity, flopping on his side for some well-deserved cheek scratches - but no cuddles, please! As he learns to cat again, we know he'd prefer a quiet, patient home with accepting people who will indulge his tiny squeaks as he communicates his preferences, including catnip, spring toys, a water bottle cap, and back scratches.
If you're ready to welcome a charming little (big) shadow into your life who will surprise you with rainbows, Kin is the perfect feline companion for you! Don't hesitate to complete an adoption application today at www.kittydevorerescue.org and start your journey with Kin.
** Please note: Kin currently resides in a foster home in Seattle, WA (King County). Once an adoption application is approved, meet-and-greets are held at the foster home. Approved adopters should be prepared to travel for the visit.
** Our Washington foster kitties cannot be brought back to California and are only adoptable to Washington residents.
MEET KIN!
His previous owner no longer wanted him. They gave Big Bear shelter staff a million excuses in April 2024, painting this handsome, well-mannered 2-year-old stunner of a black panther in the most unflattering colors. Their portrait of him bore NO resemblance to the fantastic boy we've grown to know and love. Despite his confusion, he did his best to remain rosy, but after two months of waiting for someone to take notice and adopt him, his mood turned blue. That's when Kitty Devore Rescue, a dedicated team of animal lovers, decided enough was enough. We made the trek up the mountain to rescue him and give him a chance at a rosier life.
At the beginning of his foster stay, Kin was reserved and nervous. He hid and shied from all sudden movements. Some days, all his foster mom could find were his big yellow owl eyes watching her every move. But with the right environment and love, he blossomed into a sweet, affectionate lovebug, a transformation that fills us with hope for his future. While his constant shocked stare says otherwise, he enjoys the quiet life, lounging in the sun or participating in his favorite activity, flopping on his side for some well-deserved cheek scratches - but no cuddles, please! As he learns to cat again, we know he'd prefer a quiet, patient home with accepting people who will indulge his tiny squeaks as he communicates his preferences, including catnip, spring toys, a water bottle cap, and back scratches.
If you're ready to welcome a charming little (big) shadow into your life who will surprise you with rainbows, Kin is the perfect feline companion for you! Don't hesitate to complete an adoption application today at www.kittydevorerescue.org and start your journey with Kin.
** Please note: Kin currently resides in a foster home in Seattle, WA (King County). Once an adoption application is approved, meet-and-greets are held at the foster home. Approved adopters should be prepared to travel for the visit.
** Our Washington foster kitties cannot be brought back to California and are only adoptable to Washington residents.
Our adoption process begins with a completed and submitted adoption application.
2.
Interview
Within 5 days of submitting your app, one of our adoption officers will contact you with additional questions and information.
3.
Approve Application
You will be notified of approval your application will be forwarded to the foster parent caring for the kitty you're interested in.
4.
Home Check
The foster parent will schedule a home check. This can be done in-person or as a virtual tour via FaceTime.
5.
Meet the Pet
After a successful home check, the foster parent will schedule a Meet and Greet at a time and date that works for you both.
6.
Pay Fee
If you decide to adopt, an adoption delivery date will be set. You can pay the adoption fee in advance or at the time of adoption.
7.
Take the Pet Home
The foster parent will deliver your new feline best friend to your home on a day and time that works for everyone involved.
Additional adoption info
All Kitty Devore Rescue foster cats are spayed or neutered, vaccinated, tested for FeLV and FIV, treated for internal and external parasites, and microchipped. In addition, all observable and diagnosable medical and behavioral concerns are addressed prior to adoption clearance.
Our adoption fee is $200.00 for one cat, and $375 for two.
Please Note the Following Adoption Policies:
• We reserve the right to deny any adoption application at our discretion.
• Most of our foster cats are cared for in Southern California. However, we also have foster homes in Northern California, Seattle, WA, and Kalispell, MT. Before applying, please confirm that the kitty you're interested in is located within your state or a nearby supported region.
• With the exception of our fosters located in Seattle and Kalispell, we are unable to adopt to applicants residing outside of California. Please understand that we do not ship cats—our adoptions are local and personal, not transactional.
• Every adopted kitty will receive a personalized adoption box by mail within three weeks of the official adoption date. This box includes a selection of goodies for your new companion, as well as a complete set of veterinary records detailing the care they received while in our foster program.
• We initiate the transfer of microchip registration to the adopter 30 days after the official adoption date.
• We offer a full refund of the adoption fee if the cat is returned to our care within 30 days of the official adoption date. After 30 days, adoption fees are non-refundable.
• Should a medical issue arise within 30 days of the official adoption date, please contact your Kitty Devore representative immediately for guidance and support.
All Kitty Devore Rescue foster cats are spayed or neutered, vaccinated, tested for FeLV and FIV, treated for internal and external parasites, and microchipped. In addition, all observable and diagnosable medical and behavioral concerns are addressed prior to adoption clearance.
Our adoption fee is $200.00 for one cat, and $375 for two.
Please Note the Following Adoption Policies:
• We reserve the right to deny any adoption application at our discretion.
• Most of our foster cats are cared for in Southern California. However, we also have foster homes in Northern California, Seattle, WA, and Kalispell, MT. Before applying, please confirm that the kitty you're interested in is located within your state or a nearby supported region.
• With the exception of our fosters located in Seattle and Kalispell, we are unable to adopt to applicants residing outside of California. Please understand that we do not ship cats—our adoptions are local and personal, not transactional.
• Every adopted kitty will receive a personalized adoption box by mail within three weeks of the official adoption date. This box includes a selection of goodies for your new companion, as well as a complete set of veterinary records detailing the care they received while in our foster program.
• We initiate the transfer of microchip registration to the adopter 30 days after the official adoption date.
• We offer a full refund of the adoption fee if the cat is returned to our care within 30 days of the official adoption date. After 30 days, adoption fees are non-refundable.
• Should a medical issue arise within 30 days of the official adoption date, please contact your Kitty Devore representative immediately for guidance and support.
Kitty Devore Rescue is a close-knit, all-volunteer nonprofit founded in 2011 with one heartfelt mission: to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome cats and kittens from Devore Animal Shelter in San Bernardino, CA, and surrounding areas. When we began, only a handful of cats ever made it out of the shelter alive. Today, because of our relentless dedication and the shared efforts of fellow rescue partners, that save rate has soared to nearly 90%.
We’re not a shelter—we’re a foster-based family. Each cat we save lives in the loving care of one of our foster guardians, spread across Southern California and beyond, until they’re ready to meet their forever person. Our volunteers balance careers, families, school, and life’s many demands, yet still pour their hearts into rescue work every single day. For many of us, this isn’t just something we do—it’s who we are.
Every adoption is a promise fulfilled. Every donation fuels another chance. And every cat we place in a warm, devoted home is a story of hope come true—for them and for the people who welcome them.
At Kitty Devore Rescue, we believe every life matters, and every cat deserves to be safe, cherished, and loved for a lifetime.
Kitty Devore Rescue is a close-knit, all-volunteer nonprofit founded in 2011 with one heartfelt mission: to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome cats and kittens from Devore Animal Shelter in San Bernardino, CA, and surrounding areas. When we began, only a handful of cats ever made it out of the shelter alive. Today, because of our relentless dedication and the shared efforts of fellow rescue partners, that save rate has soared to nearly 90%.
We’re not a shelter—we’re a foster-based family. Each cat we save lives in the loving care of one of our foster guardians, spread across Southern California and beyond, until they’re ready to meet their forever person. Our volunteers balance careers, families, school, and life’s many demands, yet still pour their hearts into rescue work every single day. For many of us, this isn’t just something we do—it’s who we are.
Every adoption is a promise fulfilled. Every donation fuels another chance. And every cat we place in a warm, devoted home is a story of hope come true—for them and for the people who welcome them.
At Kitty Devore Rescue, we believe every life matters, and every cat deserves to be safe, cherished, and loved for a lifetime.
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