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Kittens and cats in District of Columbia

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These adorable cats are available for adoption in District of Columbia. 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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Awesome

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Washington, DC
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***Kittens benefit from the companionship of each other******Adopt one and HRA will waive the adoption fee for the second!***I'm in a FOSTER HOME! If you want to meet me, you can start the process by emailing my foster parent at fostermomtawny@gmail.com to set up a time to virtually meet me! Awesome-A wise soul, Awesome is one to observe, and loves to curl up by you. He promises to be a big, quiet, loving lap cat. Of course, he can't resist a wand or springy toy! Litter-trained, especially human-oriented (was raised by human mommas since 3.5 weeks old!)- an awesome kitten awaits you! For more information, contact fostermomtawny@gmail.com.
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Wonderful

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Washington, DC
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***Kittens benefit from the companionship of each other******Adopt one and HRA will waive the adoption fee for the second!***I'm in a FOSTER HOME! If you want to meet me, you can start the process by emailing my foster parent at fostermomtawny@gmail.com to set up a time to virtually meet me! Wonderful- Nicknamed "Dracula" due to his unique gray pompadour on the top of his head, Wonderful the kitten loves to follow you around the home. Litter trained, especially human-oriented (was raised by human mommas since 3.5 weeks old!) - a wonderful kitten awaits you! For more information, contact fostermomtawny@gmail.com. 
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Special

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Washington, DC
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***Kittens benefit from the companionship of each other******Adopt one and HRA will waive the adoption fee for the second!***I'm in a FOSTER HOME! If you want to meet me, you can start the process by emailing my foster parent at fostermomtawny@gmail.com to set up a time to virtually meet me! Special- Nicknamed "Diego the Explorer", Special the kitten loves to seek out human attention and explore his surroundings, too! He thinks he's part Bengal, but really he's just a curious and fun kitten. Litter trained, especially human-oriented (was raised by human mommas since 3.5 weeks old!) - a special kitten awaits you! For more information, contact fostermomtawny@gmail.com. 
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Amazing

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Washington, DC
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***Kittens benefit from the companionship of each other******Adopt one and HRA will waive the adoption fee for the second!***I'm in a FOSTER HOME! If you want to meet me, you can start the process by emailing my foster parent at fostermomtawny@gmail.com to set up a time to virtually meet me!Amazing- Looking for a fun and active kitten that'll play with other kittens/cats, humans of all ages? Amazing the kitten is saying "Pick me!!" He also loves to curl up in your lap and will meow until you pick him up. Litter trained, especially human-oriented (was raised by human mommas since 3.5 weeks old!) - an amazing kitten awaits you! For more information, contact fostermomtawny@gmail.com.
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Grapefruit

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Washington, DC
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Sweet Grapefruit is looking for her forever home!GRAPEFRUIT NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!!     Name: Grapefruit Best Guess for Breed: Domestic Short Hair Best Guess for Age: 12 weeks as of 9/19 (est DOB 6/27/2023)  SEX:  Female Approximate Weight: 3 lbs, 2 oz as of 9/22 Coloring: Calico!          Type of Hair: Short Gets Along With: Because of her young age, Grapefruit will likely get along with other cats, dogs and kids with an acclimation period.  We’re happy to help with tips and tricks! Currently Living at: Shelter -- coming to DC area soon! I am Looking For: My loving forever family! Hi! I'm Grapefruit, an adorable little kitten and I can’t wait to meet my new family! I won’t ask for much- just some love, cuddles and lots of toys so I can run and play and be my kitten self.  What My Foster Says About Me: Coming soon! Kitten Vetting Requirements: Your kitten may not be fully vaccinated upon adoption.  You will be responsible for providing whatever remaining vaccines are needed to complete the kitten vaccine series. Due to this kitten’s young age, she/he has not yet been spayed or neutered.  As part of the adoption contract, it will be your responsibility, as the adopter, to ensure that this is done no later than  12/27/24. There are NO EXCEPTIONS and NO EXTENSIONS to this date. A nonrefundable spay/neuter deposit will be collected if you would like Lucky Dog to pay for this animal to be altered at one of our low-cost partner vets. TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for adult cats is $200 ($350 for two cats adopted together). The adoption fee for a kitten (under 7 months old) is $220 ($380 for two kittens adopted together).If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckycat. Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the cats we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament. Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at   www.luckydoganimalrescue.org .  BE A FOSTER!!!   Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact   fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org    BE A SPONSOR!!!!   Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save.  To learn more about sponsorship, please contact     info@luckydoganimalrescue.org   ! September 22, 2023, 10:14 pm
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Fancy

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Washington, DC
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Cute lady looking for her forever home!FANCY NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!!   Name: Fancy   Best Guess for Breed:  Domestic Short Hair Age: 5 months as of 9/20 (Est. DOB 4/20/23)  SEX:  Female Approximate Weight:  3.4 lbs as of 9/22  Coloring: Brown Tabby  Type of Hair: Short Gets Along With: With proper integration, Fancy should get along with other cats, dogs, and kids. We’re happy to help with tips and tricks! Currently Living at: shelter - coming soon!  Litter: Fancy, Fenty, Francina  I am Looking For: My forever home! Hi- I'm Fancy - a gorgeous tabby kitty. I won’t ask for much...just some love, cuddles and lots of toys so I can run and play and be my kitten self. Two kittens are so much fun, and I'd love to be adopted with one of my super cute siblings!  What My Foster Says About Me: Coming soon! Kitten Vetting Requirements: Your kitten may not be fully vaccinated upon adoption.  You will be responsible for providing whatever remaining vaccines are needed to complete the kitten vaccine series. TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for adult cats will be $200 ($350 for two cats adopted together). The adoption fee for a kitten (under 7 months old) is $220 ($380 for two kittens adopted together). If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckycat. Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the cats we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament. Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at  www.luckydoganimalrescue.org .  BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org   BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save.  To learn more about sponsorship, please contact   info@luckydoganimalrescue.org !       September 22, 2023, 10:14 pm

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Shelters & rescues in District of Columbia

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for cats in District of Columbia. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

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Bright Hope Animal Rescue - D.C. Chapter

Washington DC, DC 20001

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Appalachian SPCA - DC

Washington, DC 20001

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Omani Paws

Washington, DC 20001

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HFH - Washington D.C.

Washington, DC 20500

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Alliance for Stray Animals and People

P.O. Box 65438, Washington, DC 20035

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Capital Cats

625 H St NE, Washington, DC 20002

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Metro Ferals - DC

Washington, DC 20009

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DC PAWS Rescue

P.O. Box 23439, Washington, DC 20026

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The Paw Pad

PO Box 70060, Washington, DC 20024

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City Dogs Rescue & City Kitties - DC

We do not have a shelter. All of our dogs and cats are in private foster homes., Please complete our application or attend our weekly adoption events to meet one!, Washington, DC 20008

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