This spunky guy was approximately six weeks old when he entered Kitty Devore's foster care on June 23, 2024.
Leonhard instantly stood out as the loudest member of his family, singing the song of his people the entire car ride home from the shelter. He was willing to ask questions, voice his concerns, and speak to the management about his demands (mainly for canned food). Anyone who visits his foster home immediately asks about this little kitty with a big personality - even the veterinarian remembers him. His fearless approach to life is most evident in his tussles with the robot vacuum. Only the bravest of cats is willing to face such a foe.
But Leonhard also has a soft side that shows when he asks to be picked up and cuddled, falls asleep draped over a shoulder on the back of the couch, or snuggles up with one of his siblings. At the heart of his talkative nature is a desire to be acknowledged and loved.
Leonhard has a bow-legged walk and an oddly shaped body, and the vet thinks he might breathe loudly from time to time because of his crooked nose, but these things can't keep a big boss kitty down. He has friends to make, toys to play with, laps to sleep on, and a whole world to explore. Because of his active spirit, Leonhard needs to be in a home with another active kitty that can keep him entertained. He would love to be adopted with his fellow foster brother, Harlo. Shy kitties may not appreciate Leonhard's aggressive approach. His foster home has no dogs, but he would probably do well with canine roommates.
Are you looking for a furry best friend who will take an interest in all of your activities and have an unwavering dedication to being your miniature shadow? If so, fill out an adoption application for Leonhard today at www.kittydevorerescue.org!
MEET LEONHARD!
This spunky guy was approximately six weeks old when he entered Kitty Devore's foster care on June 23, 2024.
Leonhard instantly stood out as the loudest member of his family, singing the song of his people the entire car ride home from the shelter. He was willing to ask questions, voice his concerns, and speak to the management about his demands (mainly for canned food). Anyone who visits his foster home immediately asks about this little kitty with a big personality - even the veterinarian remembers him. His fearless approach to life is most evident in his tussles with the robot vacuum. Only the bravest of cats is willing to face such a foe.
But Leonhard also has a soft side that shows when he asks to be picked up and cuddled, falls asleep draped over a shoulder on the back of the couch, or snuggles up with one of his siblings. At the heart of his talkative nature is a desire to be acknowledged and loved.
Leonhard has a bow-legged walk and an oddly shaped body, and the vet thinks he might breathe loudly from time to time because of his crooked nose, but these things can't keep a big boss kitty down. He has friends to make, toys to play with, laps to sleep on, and a whole world to explore. Because of his active spirit, Leonhard needs to be in a home with another active kitty that can keep him entertained. He would love to be adopted with his fellow foster brother, Harlo. Shy kitties may not appreciate Leonhard's aggressive approach. His foster home has no dogs, but he would probably do well with canine roommates.
Are you looking for a furry best friend who will take an interest in all of your activities and have an unwavering dedication to being your miniature shadow? If so, fill out an adoption application for Leonhard today at www.kittydevorerescue.org!
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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We'll also keep you updated on Harlo's adoption status with email updates.
