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British Shorthair kittens & cats in Washington, District of Columbia

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We'll also keep you updated on Sonbol (British Shorthair)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Sonbol (British Shorthair)

British Shorthair

Male, Adult
Fairfax, VA
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Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Sonbol is a handsome 3 or 4 year old Exotic British Shorthair part Persian (we think) cat that was used to breed. His family grew tired of him and his companion Mokka, and threatened to dump them on the street. Just look at that face with his tiny button nose. He is calm and quite chilled. He loves people and human interaction. He just got over a stress inducted upper respiratory condition and is now ready for prime time. We would like to see Sonbol go to a family that appreciates this wonderful breed. He will give much joy to the family that adopts him. Fostered in Fairfax, VA.
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Daphne

British Shorthair

Female, 9 yrs
Fairfax Station, VA
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
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Breed – British Shorthair mix gray Spayed Female Weight – 9 lb Estimated Age – 9 years old If you are interested in adopting this cat, please fill out our cat adoption questionnaire at https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/HTAR/Cat. For questions, email saufenka@yahoo.com. HOW TO MEET THIS CAT: You can meet Megan at Crumbs and Whiskers, DC's first cat cafe. To book an appointment, check out their website: www.crumbsandwhiskers.com. LOCATION: Crumbs and Whiskers, 3109 M St NW, Washington, DC ADOPTION COORDINATOR: Kelsey, kelseym@homewardtrails.org ADOPTION FEE: $190. This fee INCLUDES neuter, vaccines, and microchip. Ask us about our many adoption benefits that include free exams, pet insurance, and other discounts! HOW THIS ANIMAL IS WITH: CATS: Good with cats DOGS: Dogs are unknown KIDS: Kids are unknown but likely fine with responsible kids KNOWN LIKES: Cuddles and attention KNOWN DISLIKES: Getting to know her ABOUT THIS ANIMAL: Daphne is just now entering her senior years. She's social and loves a good cuddle. Daphne is used to living with other cats, but she's also on board with being the only feline, soaking up the love in a new home. Daphne is a star at Crumbs & Whiskers cat cafe, come meet her! HT ADOPTION INCLUDES: Spay/Neuter A series of FVRCP vaccines, rabies vaccine (if old enough), and deworming Microchip - lifetime registration with no fees EXCLUSIVE ADOPTER BENEFITS: Free physical exam with Caring Hands Animal Hospital, Palisades Veterinary Clinic, Jermantown Animal Hospital and Clarendon Animal Care within 30 days of adoption and all VCA Animal Hospitals (VCA offers $250 coverage - details provided) within 14 days of adoption. A portion of EVERY ADOPTION fee supports spay/neuter for animals in under-resourced communities. BE A FOSTER: Save a life: http://www.homewardtrails.org/foster-a-pet/dog-and-cat-foster-program.
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Tony (& Sally) bonded

British Shorthair

Male, Adult
Herndon, VA
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Tony is a curious boy who enjoys boxes, tunnels, and the high ground! Sally is a more cautious, but playful cat. She knows how to keep herself entertained.  Rescued from Kuwait, he and Sally are independent and rely on each for company.  Great cats for those who have cat experience.  Adoption fee: $300, includes all shots, sterilized, dewormed, deflea, microchip   If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application and a representative will get back to you shortly to answer any questions you may have. The adoption policies and applications can be found at the following links: https://fancycats.org/adopt-a-cat and https://fancycats.org/adopt-a-dog. Email us at  adoption@fancycats.org for general questions about our rescued cats. Email us at dogadoptions@fancycats.org for general questions about our rescued dogs. See our calendar of adoption events at https://fancycats.org/(scroll towards bottom) You can save animals like this one by becoming a foster! Fosters are like bridges between high kill shelters and forever homes. We need fosters so that we can save cats and dogs before they are euthanized at the shelters. If you are interested in becoming a foster, please visit: https://fancycats.org/volunteerJune 14, 2025, 12:08 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Brownie's adoption status with email updates.
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Brownie

British Shorthair

Male, Adult
Annapolis, MD
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
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We'll also keep you updated on Amelia's adoption status with email updates.
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Amelia

British Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Annapolis, MD
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats,
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Bella

British Shorthair

Female, Young
Annapolis, MD
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
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Sass & Spot (2 cats)

American Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Washington, DC
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Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
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I found two kittens outside my condo. They are super friendly and adorable. I believe they're siblings. I call them Sass & Spot. I've been taking care of them but unfortunately I don't have the room to keep them.
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Mouse

American Shorthair

Female, Young
Washington, DC
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Mouse is 3 years old and is a social, playful companion. She is very friendly and great with meeting new people — she tends to curiously follow people around the house. She is young and energetic and loves to dash after toys and a featherstick, but also loves to lounge on the couch or across a lap. She is an indoor-only cat in perfect health — I have taken her to vet checkups for the last couple years. She was originally a foster cat, and I am looking for a new home for her because I will not be able to take her with me when I start as a graduate student in the fall.
We'll also keep you updated on Zulu's adoption status with email updates.
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Zulu

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Washington, DC
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Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Zulu is an awesome cat that minds her business and needs a loving home. I adopted her when she was 8 months old and she has been with me for 4 years. She has traveled the world with me and I will miss her very much. My other cat is very dominant and does not get along with Zulu, despite being together for four years. This is giving Zulu anxiety and leading her to overgroom. This is likely due to the significantly smaller apartment that I live in after returning to the U.S. This is an extremely difficult decision but I do believe it is the right one for her health. Zulu is up to date on all of her vaccines. She has had active pet insurance for her entire time with me and has never gotten seriously ill. E.g. she has only had the typical cat "ate something weird" or hairball issues. She has a patch of very light hair due to the overgrooming. I am throwing in an automatic pet feeder, pet carrier, and her favorite suction cup window hammock to go with her as well.

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21.5 miles

Fancy Cats & Dogs Rescue Team, Inc.

P. O. Box 182, Herndon, VA 20172

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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35 miles

Loudoun County Animal Services

42225 Adoption Drive, Leesburg, VA 20175

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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20.3 miles

Homeward Trails Animal Rescue

11116 Fairfax Station Road, Fairfax Station, VA 22039

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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19.6 miles

Helping Homeless Felines

Fairfax, VA 22030

Pet Types: cats

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26.4 miles

Kitty Love Kuwait, Inc.

Annapolis, MD 21401

Pet Types: cats

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