Calico kittens & cats in Urbana, Ohio

Sweet Vee is waiting for her chance at a forever home!! To apply to meet or adopt Vee, complete an adoption application at www.BluesMews.org

Say hello to MATTIE! -Adult (~3-5 years) -Dedicated biscuit maker -Powerful purr and sandpaper kisses! -A bit of an enigma, afraid of life itself -This kitty has behavioral considerations and will require medications and a special diet Mattie came into rescue very shut down, and has made some slow but steady progress in foster care with a calm environment and gentle routine, but her emotional comfort zone remains…contained. Literally. Fostering Mattie brings irony to the concept of foster home based rescue, considering the whole point is so that cats don't have to remain isolated, but solitude is truly Mattie's safe space: she has a single spare room all to herself, and will not come out of it. She’ll need a very special adopter; someone with a bounty of both time and patience to help unravel this fuzzy little ball of neuroticism. (And handling skills, as we would not consider her the easiest kitty to medicate, and the sensitive tummy makes for secretly medicated treats a challenge). Mattie lives with SIGNIFICANT anxiety that makes new environments and people overwhelming for her. She is very easily stressed and now that she is finally starting to become a bit more “cat-like” in her foster environment, we are eager to send her off to blossom in her forever environment. Despite her persistent state of “I Am Afraid,” she is truly soft at heart. She greets her food with enthusiasm, is passionate about fuzzy blankies, enjoys birdwatching from her cat tree, and is also a fan of chin scritchies and brushies. She has a proud purr and quite impressively (and perhaps slightly unsettingly) large eyeballs. Mattie’s anxiety does not actually present itself in a fractious nature; she doesn’t bite, she just hides when overwhelmed. Mattie wouldn’t hurt a fly. In fact, she is probably afraid of them. She is otherwise in good health, fully vaccinated, spayed, and also recently had her teeth cleaned.   What kind of home does Mattie need? -Quiet and low-stress -Patient and observant -Experienced with or open to supporting a behaviorally complex cat with medication needs -Okay with a cat who may always be a bit of a nervous nellie Just think of Mattie as the embodiment of “introvert energy.” Her current routine consists of liquid gabapentin by mouth twice daily, transdermal fluoxetine in the morning, and a hydrolyzed diet to keep her anxious tummy happy. So if you’re patient, motivated by even the tiniest progress, and emotionally fluent in “cat,” Mattie might just be your tiny, ghost-eyed soulmate.  Included with the adoption is the kitty's spay, all current-due FVRCP, FeLeuk, and rabies vaccinations for kitties over 1-year, deworming, flea treatment, a wellness check, FIV/FeLV combo testing, and microchipping. We offer a 2-week getting acquainted period and a 2-week wellness guarantee, so you can comfortably settle in with your new kitty! To apply to adopt, please complete an adoption inquiry at www.bluesmews.org so our adoption specialist volunteer can review it and contact you!

Sophie (calico female) & Hunter (black and white male) are the most affectionate kitties!! They love to headbutt, snuggle, be held, and played with! They're a pair, & have huge personalities and love to communicate with purrs & little meows! If you're interested in meeting and possibly adopting this perfectly paired duo, please submit an application! Included with the adoption are the kitties' spay/neuter, all current-due FVRCP, FeLeuk, and rabies vaccinations for kitties over 1-year, deworming, flea treatment, a wellness check, FIV/FeLV combo testing, and microchipping. In addition to being fully vetted, our cats and kittens are highly socialized. We offer a 2-week getting acquainted period and a 2-week wellness guarantee, so you can comfortably settle in with your new kitty! To apply to adopt, please complete an adoption inquiry at www.bluesmews.org so our adoption specialist volunteer can review it and contact you!

TWINS. Brother & sister, you can't really tell them apart but there are photos of each kitten! They are a little over a year old & honestly one of the best things that have happened to me. They are SO sweet & they always make me laugh. They are also amazing with kids! Basically living stuffed animals after being loved by mine. Unfortunately I've had a lot of health issues come up in these last few months & caring for them is becoming extremely difficult for me. I think it would be best to find them another family to love.

I got Luna about 6 years ago and ever since i had a baby a year and a half ago she is not getting the attention she needs anymore and mostly just hides all day. We have two dogs whom she gets along with but she now doesn’t have her own space like she used to. She loves to play and once warmed up to likes to lay on you and be petted. She never gets any play time any more and I want a home for her where she gets a lot of attention and affection. She is shy but once she gets to know you is attached and likes to be around you.

Born on May 7, 2023. Has 5 other siblings.* All are ready for adoption. Never been outside - flea free. Eating hard cat food. Weaned. Litterbox trained. I am NOT 100% certain of the sex of the kittens so make sure to double check before finalizing the adoption. "Are dilute calico cats rare? Yes, even female dilute calico cats are rare. As we saw above, only one in every 1,000 cats is born a standard calico and dilute calico cats are that much harder to come by. One of the reasons for this is that the dilution gene is what’s known as a recessive gene. That means that a more dominant gene can mask it and a kitten would need to inherit the dilution gene from both parents in order to be born a dilute calico. "...- so, consider yourself very lucky indeed if you become the pet parent to one of these beauties." https://www.petsradar.com/advice/dilute-calico-cat

Hello there, I'm Chaz. I've got a knack for independence, a playful spirit, and a mind as sharp as a tack. I've been told I'm quite the athlete too, especially when it comes to fishing pole toys. I can leap and pounce like no other, making those toys wish they'd never tangled with me. Life here in the shelter is okay, but I'm eager for more. I crave a home where I can share my playful antics and show off my smarts. I'm not just a cat, I'm a companion, a playmate, a confidante. If you're looking for a partner in fun and a buddy to share quiet moments with, then I'm your girl. I've been at the shelter since I was a week old, and I'd love to have my own home. I promise, adopting me will be the best decision you've ever made.Note from Paws humans: To apply to adopt any of our cats or kittens, please visit our website and fill out our on-line application at https://www.pawsurbana.org/apply-to-adopt

Hey there, I'm Dasher! I'm not your average cat, I've got superpowers. One day, I used my super speed to save a little boy from a runaway bicycle. My heroic act didn't go unnoticed, but my identity had to be kept a secret. So, I was whisked away to Paws Animal Shelter for super pets like me. I've got a lot of love to give and I'm as playful as they come. I'm always curious, ready to explore every corner of my new home. But beware, I've got a knack for dashing out the door when you least expect it. If you're looking for a feline companion who can keep you on your toes, I'm your cat. I promise to use my super speed for good, and only when necessary. Adopt me, and together, we can embark on an exciting adventure of a lifetime.Note from Paws humans: To apply to adopt any of our cats or kittens, please visit our website and fill out our on-line application at https://www.pawsurbana.org/apply-to-adopt

Hello, I'm Bambi. I'm a little shy but I promise, I'm sweet and gentle. My sister Marz and I ended up here in the most magical way. We were playing in our old garden when a whirlwind of dandelion seeds swept us up. We were carried on a breeze and found ourselves in this warm, safe place. They call it Paws Animal Shelter. It was scary at first, but the humans here are kind. They pet me gently and I've grown to like it. I'm ready for a new adventure now, one where I find a forever home. Will you make my story magical again?Note from Paws humans: Bambi is more scared at finding herself in a shelter than her sister, but she does like it when you hold her and pet her. Our volunteers are working with her to help her adjust. To apply to adopt any of our cats or kittens, please visit our website and fill out our on-line application at https://www.pawsurbana.org/apply-to-adopt.