Dusty may be small kitten but he’s packed full of love and personality. This sweet gray tabby was heartbreakingly found dumped in a carrier alongside another kitten, Denny. How anyone could abandon such precious little souls is beyond comprehension. Despite that rough start, Dusty’s gentle spirit has never dimmed. He’s full of affection, trust, and the kind of warmth that instantly melts hearts.
With his soft fur, round eyes, and quiet purr, Dusty is the definition of a cuddle companion. He loves attention and happily soaks up every bit of affection you offer. Whether he’s rubbing against your leg, curling up in your lap, or gazing at you with his big adoring eyes, Dusty’s mission is simple—to love and be loved.
He’s wonderfully social, too! Dusty gets along beautifully with both older and younger cats and seems to enjoy the company of other feline friends. While he and Denny were found together, they’re not a bonded pair and will do just fine being adopted separately.
Dusty’s resilience and sweetness are a reminder of just how forgiving and loving cats can be. He’s ready to trade the memory of that carrier for the comfort of a cozy home, where he’ll be cherished for the affectionate little companion he truly is. Whoever adopts Dusty will be gaining a gentle, loyal friend who’s sure to fill their days with purrs, joy, and endless cuddles.
- Tuesday through Friday are open hours 11am to 5pm. Saturday open hours 10am to 4pm. We are closed on Sunday and Monday. All surrenders are still by prior approval and appointment only. Even if you are only coming in to look during our open hours, you can still fill out our application prior to visiting. This will save time if you do decide to adopt.
- Preference on adopting a pet is given to our Shelter Supporters and VIP Donors . When animals arrive at the shelter, VIP donors will be emailed and given the first option to set up an appointment to view an animal of their choice. Click on the link above for full details.
- Due to limited staff, we may not be able to answer the phones. All information is available on this website, or can be answered by email to staff@sterlingshelter.org . Please be patient, we are doing the best we can to handle the volume.
- If you don't See any pets on our PETS for ADOPTION PAGE - it simply means that all of the animals were adopted.
- We have several areas in/around the shelter to view and interact with the pet/s that you are potentially going to adopt. This includes outdoor, fully fenced yards. We encourage you to bring currently owned dogs so you can introduce them to any dogs that you are interested in adopting.
- Planning YOUR Visit to Adopt: please plan to arrive 5-10 minutes prior to your appointment time, please make sure you have any/all necessary paperwork required for adoption and help us stick to our schedule/s - so others do NOT have to wait.
- You should plan
* For cats/kittens plan for 30 to 45 minutes.
* For dogs/puppies plan for 45 to 60 minutes. If you have another dog/s at home - make sure to bring him/her - we have plenty of space/areas to do a meet and greet with a new dog and your dog/s. - If you need to cancel your appointment - please email us ASAP at staff@sterlingshelter.org
October 17, 2025, 9:23 am
