Adopt

My name is Aqui!

Posted 19 hours ago

Cared for by The Dancing Cat
Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Interview

3

Meet the Pet

4

Approve Application

5

Sign Adoption Contract

6

Pay Fee

7

Take the Pet Home

Adoption fee: $155

This helps The Dancing Cat with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Domestic Shorthair
Color
Brown Tabby
Age
Young
Sex
Female
Pet ID
22137131-A
Hair Length
short

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Meet Aqui

Sweet. Sensitive. Still finding her footing.


Quick Look

Name: Aqui
Age: Teen Kitten
Size: Medium (with room to grow)
Special Traits: Gentle eyes, soft voice, and a heart that wants to trust
Best Friend: A patient human or calm feline who helps her feel safe


About Aqui

Meet Aqui, a sweet teenage kitten who got her start in an unexpected place—on the patio of a local restaurant. While the world has been a little big and confusing for her, Aqui has shown just how much love she has to give once she feels safe.

Aqui is a kind, gentle girl who wants to be close but isn’t quite confident yet. She may hesitate in new situations or need a little extra time to warm up, but beneath that uncertainty is a kitten who truly enjoys affection, soft words, and calm companionship. As her confidence grows, so does her sweetness.

She’s the type of kitten who will quietly sit nearby, watching and learning, then slowly inch closer until she’s right by your side. With patience and reassurance, Aqui blossoms into a loving companion who will reward your kindness tenfold.


Personality Highlights

Tender Soul: Sweet-natured and affectionate once she feels safe.
Growing Brave: Still building confidence, but making progress every day.
Quiet Observer: Likes to watch before joining in.
Gentle Companion: Prefers calm energy and soft interactions.


Loves

  • Gentle pets and reassuring voices

  • Cozy hiding spots and quiet corners

  • Calm play sessions at her own pace

  • Feeling safe and included


Not a Fan Of

  • Loud chaos or sudden movements

  • Being rushed to “be brave”

  • Overwhelming environments


Ideal Home

Aqui would thrive in:

  • A calm, patient home that understands less confident kittens

  • A family willing to let her build confidence at his own pace

  • A space with cozy spots where she can retreat and observe

  • Possibly a gentle, confident cat who can show her the ropes


Interested?

Aqui is proof that sometimes the sweetest hearts just need a little time. If you’re looking for a kitten to grow with—one who will blossom with love, patience, and stability—Aqui is ready to start that journey with you.

Part of adopting a kitten is recognizing that they are babies, and you will get to see firsthand how their wonderful natures develop!

Prior to adoption, all kittens are spayed/neutered, tested for FIV/FELV, vaccinated and microchipped. Kittens under 5 months old must be adopted with a buddy or into a house where there's a kitten-friendly pet.

This kitten is currently in a foster home. To meet this kitten, please fill out an adoption application so that we'll have your contact information, and we'll get back to you as soon as possible. www.thedancingcat.org/adopt

December 21, 2025, 1:07 pm
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
22137131-A
Contact
Phone
Address
702 East Julian Street, San Jose, CA 95112

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

Applications are on our website here: www.thedancingcat.org/adopt

2.

Interview

We have an initial meeting via Zoom to help you make sure the cat you've applied for will be a good fit for you and your family.

3.

Meet the Pet

You may visit our cats at the Dancing Cat Cat lounge by appointment, or via Zoom for cats in foster homes.

4.

Approve Application

5.

Sign Adoption Contract

6.

Pay Fee

Adoption fees are on our website: www.thedancingcat.org/adoption-payment

7.

Take the Pet Home

We typically deliver adopted cats to your doorstep!

Additional adoption info

Once the adoption has been finalized, we will deliver the cat to the adopter's home.

Note that we limit adoptions to within a 20-mile radius of San Jose.

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

We are located at 702 East Julian Street San Jose CA 95112.

More about this rescue

We are a nonprofit 501(c)(3) animal rescue organization dedicated to saving local at-risk shelter pets from the San Jose Animal Care Center. Our goal is to give adoptable animals a chance to shine in a casual and relaxed environment, and expand opportunity for adoptions, thereby reducing the euthanasia rate in Silicon Valley. The Dancing Cat also seeks to create a community of cat lovers by providing a place for fun social and educational events.

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