Vanessa is the kind of cat who fits right into your life — easygoing, affectionate, and full of personality. She loves being near her people and will happily follow your rhythm, syncing up with your wake time, bedtime, and everything in between. Miss her while you're out? She'll be waiting by the door. Gone a little longer? She'll still come running the moment she hears you walk in.
She's playful and curious, with a particular weakness for teaser sticks and a front-row seat to whatever's happening outside the window. She can get a little spirited during play, but she's easy to redirect — she just loves a good game! When she's not in action, you might find her napping in the bathroom sink, which she has fully claimed as her own.
Mornings with Vanessa are especially sweet. She's a cuddly alarm clock who loves to knead — your tummy, your legs, wherever she can reach — and she'll let you know she's happy with a whole repertoire of little mews. She has different meows for different moods: short, frequent mews when she's enjoying a good rub, and long, whiney ones if something startles her. She even has a habit of meowing when you sneeze, which never gets old.
Vanessa recently had her two top canine teeth removed and is still getting used to her new smile. The result? Her top lip does the most adorable things, and her tongue makes surprise appearances throughout the day. Truly, a face you can't stop looking at.
One small practical note: Vanessa has a quirky litter box stance — she perches her front paws on the edge while she pees — so a high-sided or covered box works best to keep things tidy.
Vanessa is relaxed around other cats and loves people of all kinds, though she hasn't been around dogs or young children. She is, in every way, an absolute joy — independent when she wants to be, devoted when it counts, and genuinely easy to love.
DOB: Nov 10, 2022
Meet sweet Vanessa!
Vanessa is the kind of cat who fits right into your life — easygoing, affectionate, and full of personality. She loves being near her people and will happily follow your rhythm, syncing up with your wake time, bedtime, and everything in between. Miss her while you're out? She'll be waiting by the door. Gone a little longer? She'll still come running the moment she hears you walk in.
She's playful and curious, with a particular weakness for teaser sticks and a front-row seat to whatever's happening outside the window. She can get a little spirited during play, but she's easy to redirect — she just loves a good game! When she's not in action, you might find her napping in the bathroom sink, which she has fully claimed as her own.
Mornings with Vanessa are especially sweet. She's a cuddly alarm clock who loves to knead — your tummy, your legs, wherever she can reach — and she'll let you know she's happy with a whole repertoire of little mews. She has different meows for different moods: short, frequent mews when she's enjoying a good rub, and long, whiney ones if something startles her. She even has a habit of meowing when you sneeze, which never gets old.
Vanessa recently had her two top canine teeth removed and is still getting used to her new smile. The result? Her top lip does the most adorable things, and her tongue makes surprise appearances throughout the day. Truly, a face you can't stop looking at.
One small practical note: Vanessa has a quirky litter box stance — she perches her front paws on the edge while she pees — so a high-sided or covered box works best to keep things tidy.
Vanessa is relaxed around other cats and loves people of all kinds, though she hasn't been around dogs or young children. She is, in every way, an absolute joy — independent when she wants to be, devoted when it counts, and genuinely easy to love.
Rescue
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Decided on the cat or kitten you would like to adopt? Submit an application, (link below) visit torontocatrescue.ca - call or email us.
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Interview
An adoption counsellor will follow up with you and give you more details about the cat you are interested in and ask some questions.
3.
Meet the Pet
Arrange a virtual meet and greet, so that you can see the cat in the foster home setting where they're comfortable.
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Sign Adoption Contract
Sign the contract, pay the fee, and welcome your new family member home!
Additional adoption info
Adoption fee is $250 per adult cat, and $330 for kittens (under 8 months old).
This ensures that the cats that come into our care receive the attention they need, are spayed or neutered, and receive a rabies vaccination at the appropriate age. For City of Toronto residents, the adoption fee includes a mandatory City of Toronto cat license that is valid for one year. As you can imagine, these fees only begin to cover our costs; donations and ongoing fundraising efforts carry us the rest of the way!
Note:
-Senior cats (8 years or older) have an adoption fee of the adopter's choice, vs. our standard adult adoption fee of $250.
-Our adoption fee for an adult bonded pair (8 months or older) is $192.50 per cat vs. $385 per cat. Thanks for giving two loving friends a home together!
Adoption fee is $250 per adult cat, and $330 for kittens (under 8 months old).
This ensures that the cats that come into our care receive the attention they need, are spayed or neutered, and receive a rabies vaccination at the appropriate age. For City of Toronto residents, the adoption fee includes a mandatory City of Toronto cat license that is valid for one year. As you can imagine, these fees only begin to cover our costs; donations and ongoing fundraising efforts carry us the rest of the way!
Note:
-Senior cats (8 years or older) have an adoption fee of the adopter's choice, vs. our standard adult adoption fee of $250.
-Our adoption fee for an adult bonded pair (8 months or older) is $192.50 per cat vs. $385 per cat. Thanks for giving two loving friends a home together!
