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Kittens and cats in Waterbury, Connecticut

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These adorable cats are available for adoption in Waterbury, Connecticut. 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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Rumi

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Waterbury, CT
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Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained,
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🐾 Rumi was born July 27, 2025, she is an affectionate and active little girl with a curious, playful personality. She enjoys attention, loves to explore. Once she gets comfortable, she’s very sweet and cuddly. She is litter trained, eats well, and has been raised indoors. If you’re interested in meeting her or want more details, please send me a message 💛🐾
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Kirby

American Shorthair

Male, Young
Waterbury, CT
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Not good with dogs, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
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Hi, I’m Kirby! I’m a 1-year-old American Shorthair looking for a new home because my family is moving and can’t take me. I’m gentle and shy—I never scratch or bite people and run away when scared. Once I trust you, I become a cuddly “twisty noodle” who rolls around when you come home. I’m litter-box trained but need a clean home; if clothes are on the floor, I may pee on them. I tip over my bowls when food or water is low to remind you. I loved my tiny sister Minnie, who had dwarfism and passed in September,and I miss having a playmate. The only other cat I’ve known is an older grumpy one I fight with, so introductions to new cats must be slow and careful. I may do well with a gentle, friendly cat like my sister was. I’m very affectionate once I settle in and love chatting, bird-watching, and being near my humans. I’d love a patient, tidy human who wants a sweet, loyal companion to grow with, someone who understands my sensitive nature and will give me the safe, warm home I deserve
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Chester

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo
Waterbury, CT
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Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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This is "Chester". He is about 2 years and 1 month old. A few months ago we got a call from someone on Chestnut Avenue in Waterbury (hence the name "Chester") who was feeding Chester for a while and then Chester got sick from another cat. We took Chester in then and he was very very sick. He was so sick he could not breath, he was very congested, he was drooling a lot and he was not eating. He was just skin and bones! Chester is now completely different from what he was. He did a 100% turnaround! It took us about a month to help make him feel better. He is a healthy cat now and no more skin and bones! Chester gets along with other cats. As for dogs, he could probably live with a calm small dog. In Chester's new home, children must be 6 years old or older. Chester got neutered, he got his shots and he tested negative for feline leukemia/aids. To adopt from us, you MUST have a veterinarian reference in your own name. We will not place any animal without a veterinarian reference. We get a veterinarian reference from your veterinarian which is a history of medical care administered by your veterinarian to your present or previous pet or pets. Please do not contact us if you cannot abide by our adoption rules. The adoption fee for Chester is $245.00. No credit cards. You can meet any of our animals at Petco located at 201 Union Street in Waterbury on Saturday during our adoption hours from 12:00 to 3:00 so, if you are interested in meeting Chester or a particular animal, please email us at feline55keeper@gmail.com and we will be certain to bring that particular animal with us to Petco on Saturday. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT WE STRESS THAT IN ORDER TO ADOPT FROM US, YOU MUST HAVE A VETERINARIAN REFERENCE...NO EXCEPTIONS!
We'll also keep you updated on Dilly,Dally,Storm,Teensie,Cor's adoption status with email updates.
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Dilly,Dally,Storm,Teensie,Cor

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 11 mos
Waterbury, CT
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Shots are up-to-date,
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Here is our litter of 4 kittens that are ready to find their forever homes. Meet "Dilly" and "Dally" (the twins), "Storm" and little "Teensie". Dilly and Teensie are females. Dally and Storm are males. Dilly and Dally are in the first picture, Storm is in the second picture and Teensie is in the third picture. These 4 cuties are about 11 months old and they sure are full of kitten energy! WE HAVE AN UPDATE! Storm and Teensie have been adopted! So now Dilly and Dally, sister and brother, are waiting to be adopted too. Unless Dilly and Dally go into a home with another kitten or cat already in the home, they have to be adopted together. In their new home, children must be 6 years old or older. Dilly got spayed and Dally got neutered, their shots are up to date and their mom tested negative for feline leukemia and aids. Speaking of the kittens' mom, her name is "Cora". Cora is in the fourth picture. Cora was also available for adoption but she has since been adopted! To adopt from us, you MUST have a veterinarian reference in your own name. We will not place any animal without a veterinarian reference. We get a veterinarian reference from your veterinarian which is a history of medical care administered by your veterinarian to your present or previous pet or pets. Please do not contact us if you cannot abide by our adoption rules. The adoption fee for Dilly and Dally is $250.00 each or $350.00 for the pair. No credit cards. You can meet any of our animals at Petco located at 201 Union Street in Waterbury on Saturday during our adoption hours from 12:00 to 3:00 so, if you are interested in meeting Dilly and Dally or a particular animal, please email us at feline55keeper@gmail.com and we will be certain to bring that particular animal with us to Petco on Saturday. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT WE STRESS THAT IN ORDER TO ADOPT FROM US, YOU MUST HAVE A VETERINARIAN REFERENCE...NO EXCEPTIONS!
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Dottie Minnie Rosebud & Chess

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 7 mos
Waterbury, CT
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Shots are up-to-date,
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We have 4 "cow kittens"! The kittens are sisters "Dottie", "Minnie" and "Rosebud" and brother "Chess". (Their picture is in the order of their names.) They are 7 months old. The kittens are simply adorable, as you can see, and they are super friendly. These kittens are ready for their new homes! They promise to make their new owners very happy! In the kittens' new homes, children must be 6 years old or older. The kittens got their booster shots, they were wormed and they tested negative for feline leukemia/aids. They will be getting their distemper and rabies shots. ROSEBUD IS AHEAD OF HER SISTERS AND BROTHER! ROSEBUD GOT SPAYED AND HER SHOTS WERE UPDATED. To adopt from us, you MUST have a veterinarian reference in your own name. We will not place any animal without a veterinarian reference. We get a veterinarian reference from your veterinarian which is a history of medical care administered by your veterinarian to your present or previous pet or pets. Please do not contact us if you cannot abide by our adoption rules. The adoption fee for Dottie, Minnie and Chess is $140.00 each. The adoption fee for Rosebud is $250.00. No credit cards. You can meet any of our animals at Petco located at 201 Union Street in Waterbury on Saturday during our adoption hours from 12:00 to 3:00 so, if you are interested in meeting Dottie, Minnie, Rosebud and Chess or a particular animal, please email us at feline55keeper@gmail.com and we will be certain to bring that particular animal with us to Petco on Saturday. In the event you request an application because you are interested in one or more of our pets, we kindly ask that you fill out the application and return it to us as soon as possible. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT WE STRESS THAT IN ORDER TO ADOPT FROM US, YOU MUST HAVE A VETERINARIAN REFERENCE...NO EXCEPTIONS!
We'll also keep you updated on Pistachio's adoption status with email updates.
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Pistachio

Himalayan

Female, 12 yrs
Waterbury, CT
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Spayed or Neutered,
Story
This is "Pistachio". Pistachio is a purebred Himalayan. Poor Pistachio. Why you ask? The sad thing about Pistachio is that she is 12 years old and she came to us because her owners have grandchildren that they babysit every day and, unfortunately, the grandchildren have allergies. The grandmother was crying and we know she is really going to miss Pistachio and Pistachio is really going to miss her. Pistachio is a very sweet cat. She sure is pretty too! Just look at her loooong beautiful whiskers! Pistachio is okay with children. Children must be 6 years old or older. Pistachio would get along with another cat. She hisses at dogs but she could probably live with a small calm dog. Pistachio would need to be brushed every day, especially her "belly", because her hair is so long. We are looking for someone who would be very interested in Pistachio and who would welcome her and provide her with a quiet, wonderful home full of love and happiness for the rest of her life. Pistachio is spayed and her shots will be updated. To adopt Pistachio, you MUST have a veterinarian reference in your own name. We will not place any animal without a veterinarian reference. We get a veterinarian reference from your veterinarian which is a history of medical care administered by your veterinarian to your present or previous pet or pets. There is no adoption fee for Pistachio but a $50.00 donation would be very much appreciated. If you are interested in Pistachio, please email us at feline55keeper@gmail.com. Only serious inquiries please. You can meet Pistachio on Saturday at Petco located at 201 Union Street in Waterbury during our adoption hours from 12:00 to 3:00. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT WE STRESS THAT IN ORDER TO ADOPT FROM US, YOU MUST HAVE A VETERINARIAN REFERENCE...NO EXCEPTIONS!

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New England All Breed Rescue

Waterbury, CT 06702

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Rose Hope Animal Refuge

Rose Hope Animal Refuge C/O PETCO, 201 Union Street, Waterbury, CT 06706

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Nutmeg Rescue

45 Proctor Street, Waterbury, CT 06706

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Act Now Rescue New England

waterbury, CT 06708

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Waterbury Dog Pound

200 Municipal Road, Waterbury, CT 06708

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Highway to Love Transport

475 Bank St, Waterbury, CT 06708

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Super Paws Rescue Inc

30 Woodglen Dr, 7c1, Waterbury, CT 06705

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Kindness For Homeless Paws~NORTH

Reidville Drive, Waterbury, CT 06705

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Tennessee Animal Rescue & Shelter - WATERBURY Chapter

2748 Lawrenceburg Hwy, Waterbury, CT 06705

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Last Chance Arkansas - CT Chapter (Cats)

Waterbury, CT 06705

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