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Kittens and cats in La Mesa, California

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These adorable cats are available for adoption in La Mesa, California. To learn more about each adoptable cat, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
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Lucy

Calico

Female, Adult
La Mesa, CA
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Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Lucy is a 10-year-old mixed breed calico lady, a gentle snugglebug who likes to lay alongside you or in your lap once she gets to know you. She was adopted from a shelter as a "teenager" (young but past kittenhood) and has been a sweet companion to an elderly couple. She can be a bit timid at first in a new situation, and likes to have a dark place to hide while she gets the lay of the land, but she has been the dominant cat in her two-cat household and won't take long to show her queenly colors again. Her companion, Little Bit (who is a larger but more timid cat) is also going up for adoption at the same time. They can be adopted together or separately.
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Daisy

Calico

Female, Adult
La Mesa, CA
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Daisy is a loungy sweet girl who likes to sit and watch tv. very gentle and will do best in a quiet calm home .
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Anya

Siamese

Female, Young
La Mesa, CA
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Anya is a 1 year old spayed female with experience living with other cats. She's a polydactyl Siamese, meaning she's got extra toes on her front paws. She's very shy around new faces but if you give her plenty of time to get comfortable, you become her absolute best friend. I'm looking for a low-traffic home without young kids or dogs, as she is quite shy and would thrive in a quieter environment. She's incredibly cuddly and affectionate, always wanting pets and lying in bed with me. Like many Siamese cats, she's very talkative and makes little chirp noises to get my attention when it's time to play, and since she's young she definitely loves to play. She's grown up with two other cats similar in age and she loves to play/wrestle with them, so she'd be great with another young cat but perhaps not a senior who wants to be left alone. I'm heartbroken to rehome her and am looking for a person/couple who can provide her the love and attention she will give you.
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Mj

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
La Mesa, CA
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Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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It breaks my heart to make this post, but I am looking to find a loving new home for my 5-year-old cat, MJ. MJ is a sweet, affectionate cat who loves being around her people and has so much love to give. Unfortunately, she has struggled with consistently using her litter box for several years, and despite our efforts, the issue has continued. With everything our family has going on, I don't feel that I can provide the time, attention, and support she needs to thrive. She has been to the vet and they ruled out any kidney issues and or any urinary tract infections. My goal is to find someone who can give MJ the patience, care, and environment she deserves. I want to be completely transparent about her litter box challenges so that she can be placed in a home that is prepared for her needs. This decision has not been made lightly, and my priority is finding the right fit for her. If you or someone you know may be interested in giving MJ a loving home, please reach out.
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Simon

Tabby

Male, Adult
Spring Valley, CA
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Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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Simon is a handsome boy, affectionate and personable. An accomplished hunter and indoor/outdoor cat, he would do great as a barn cat, keeping the vermin population down. He's an orange tabby with a pale, soft, short coat, with a sprinkling of ragdoll and Bengal in his lineage. (We got him as a kitten from a family friend who used to breed cats.) He gets along with two of our other cats just fine, but has beef with the third one, and occasionally gets into fights with her. This has led to territorial disputes and peeing outside the litter box to mark territory. We think that, in the right home, and with plenty of time outside to wander, hunt, and lounge about, Simon would be happier and better behaved. He is SUPER friendly and outgoing and a favorite fixture among our neighbors. He loves to just hang out nearby his humans, especially outside in the backyard. If you're looking for a new buddy who is both independent and loyal, he's your guy.
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Ginger

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Spring Valley, CA
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Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Ginger was found on the street at less than a month old. Was bottle fed and raised without interaction with other cats, some dogs. He is a sweet cat who loves to sleep and climb all over furniture, however he is known to bite randomly and sees hands as play things (new cat owners). He loves to play and is very energetic but also wants to be outside and tends to bolt out of doors, along with stealing food and smacking others with his paw. He has had past urinary issues and went to the vet (currently ongoing). Ginger is thought to have anxiety and stress related issues which are also thought to be related to not having a lot of room and growing up without socialization from other cats.

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VC Animal Rescue

La Mesa, CA 91941

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Sara's Paws

La Mesa, CA 91941

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Baja Rescue Ranch

San Diego, CA 91941

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Amazing Strays Rescue

San Diego, CA 92115

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Legend Animal Rescue

6879 Cartwright Street, San Diego, CA 92120

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Baja Paws Rescue

San Diego, CA 92120

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San Diego Humane Society - El Cajon Campus

1373 N. Marshall Ave., El Cajon, CA 92020

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

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National Cat Protection Society

9031 Birch St., Spring Valley, CA 91977

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Tiny Kitten Coven

San Diego, CA 92114

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SIN FALTA RESCATES ROSARITO

342 Euclid ste 406-317, San Diego, CA 92114

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