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Kittens and cats in Portsmouth, New Hampshire

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Jett

American Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Kittery, ME
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Please contact Jetta (Jetta.elliott@att.net) for more information about this pet.3 1/2 month old female tuxedo kittenJett is an adorable and a demure little tuxedo kitten. She is so sweet and gentle. She has a softest little voice. She is currently in a home with other cats, dogs and children. She loves to cuddle and snuggle and will play as well. She is currently in Harrison, Arkansas, but it could be brought to your location via the rescue network transport. All of her vetting has been completed, and she is spayed, microchipped, and vaccinated. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19dbqHEkcw/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1LYSWmmUtd/?mibextid=wwXIfrOctober 28, 2025, 5:22 pm
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Tillie

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Stratham, NH
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Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
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Howdy, my name is Tillie! I was transferred to the NHSPCA from an overcrowded rescue in Texas. My foster mama says that I am smart, calm, & quietly observant. I was fostered with other cats & got along well with them, and I am known for being playful and easy to get along with. When I'm not playing with my feline friends, I keep myself busy with wand toys and jingle balls, or I'm hanging out with you and getting attention. I can be a bit shy in new situations but I am a little love when I'm comfortable in my surroundings. Oh, and I also really love wet cat food! My foster mama told me that if I could be brave and travel all the way to New Hampshire, I'd get the very best fur-ever home. If you think I might be the girl for you, come say hi to me today - I'm waiting so patiently❤️If you'd like to meet Tillie and all her friends at the New Hampshire SPCA, please visit our Adoption Center during our open hours: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. every day except Wednesdays (closed). Have questions? Call (603) 772-2921 ext. 110 or email info@nhspca.org today. Primary Color: Black Secondary Color: White Weight: 3.09 Age: 0yrs 9mths 1wks
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Ellie

Domestic Longhair

Female, Adult
Stratham, NH
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Spayed or Neutered,
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Ellie was transferred to the NHSPCA from an overcrowded shelter in Texas. She is a sweet & sensitive lady who is a bit overwhelmed by the hustle & bustle of shelter life - as you can see in her photo, Ellie spends a lot of time hiding under her fleecy blanket. She is always receptive to soft voices, and she loves getting head & neck scratches from her visitors. Ellie was exceptionally good for her veterinary examination and won the hearts of the vet team with her floofy purrfection and gentle head butts. We cannot wait for this glorious tortoiseshell girl to be comfortable in her home so that she can start showing off what is going to be a magnificent tri-colored purrsonality. Come meet our adorable Ellie today - she would love to finally have the loving fur-ever home of her dreams!If you'd like to meet Ellie and all her friends at the New Hampshire SPCA, please visit our Adoption Center during our open hours: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. every day except Wednesdays (closed). Have questions? Call (603) 772-2921 ext. 110 or email info@nhspca.org today. Primary Color: Black Tortoiseshell Weight: 4.29 Age: 2yrs 1mths 1wks
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Gandoff - Companion To Merlin

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Senior
Stratham, NH
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Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
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Gandoff & his brother Merlin were transferred to the NHSPCA from an overcrowded shelter in Texas. First off, let me assure you that we know his name is spelt incorrectly, but since his previous shelter spelled his name this way, we have to keep it. Now that that's out of the way, meet Gandoff! This big beefy fellow - weighing in at almost 18 pounds - is the shy brother of the pair. He has spent most of his time with us hiding in his favorite cubby hole. We suspect that it is the hustle & bustle of shelter life that is bothering him - his previous home was a much quieter environment, and we believe that Gandoff would prefer a calmer household. In their previous home, Gandoff is described as a sweet, friendly, an loving boy. Gandoff is very much looking forward to getting into his purrfect fur-ever home so he can get comfortable & show off his true purrsonality!If you'd like to meet Gadoff, Merlin and all their friends at the New Hampshire SPCA, please visit our Adoption Center during our open hours: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. every day except Wednesdays (closed). Have questions? Call (603) 772-2921 ext. 110 or email info@nhspca.org today. Primary Color: White Secondary Color: Brown Tabby Weight: 7.74 Age: 9yrs 1mths 1wks
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Drago

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Stratham, NH
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Spayed or Neutered,
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Drago was transferred to the NHSPCA from an overcrowded shelter in Texas. His a a glorious beefcake of a boy who weighs in at 12.5 pounds, and his heart is even bigger than his body! That's right, Drago is a loverboy who adores spending time with humans. He is social, outgoing, and always ready to make new friends. At six years old, Drago is a mature gentleman who will still show off his playful side when he's feeling silly. He likes fuzzy mouse toys, and he finds the crinkly brown paper that comes in Amazon packages irresistible. Since he is also a huge fan of snack treats, he'd probably love it if someone sprinkled cat treats in the crinkly paper & then let him hunt for them while playing. Drago is a connoisseur of Churu snack tubes and has put it on his bucket list to try a tube of every flavor. He'd love it if his fur-ever person wanted to help him with this life goal - come down & meet this sweet boy today!If you'd like to meet Drago and all his friends at the New Hampshire SPCA, please visit our Adoption Center during our open hours: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. every day except Wednesdays (closed). Have questions? Call (603) 772-2921 ext. 110 or email info@nhspca.org today. Primary Color: Black Weight: 5.71 Age: 6yrs 0mths 3wks
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Lightning

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Senior
Stratham, NH
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Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
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Lightning was transferred to the NHSPCA from a foster home in Texas. She is a glamourous and tenderhearted senior lady who has been through a lot in the last few months. Our purrfect girl was the beloved pet of an adoring owner who unexpectedly passed away. Lightning suddenly found herself without the person she trusted most and she is now hoping for a fur-ever home where she can feel safe again. Despite the big changes in her world, Lightning is adjusting well. She's friendly & likes humans, but she can be shy at first and will need an understanding adopter to give her the time & patience she deserves. Once she feels comfortable, her gentle purrsonality truly shines. Lightning would do well as a solo kitty or with another kitty companion. She previously lived in a home with dogs and would likely be able to acclimate to another calm, respectful canine companion with the proper slow introduction. Sweet Lightning is looking for stability, kindness, and a quiet, loving home where she can rebuild her confidence. She would love to meet you - come down today!If you'd like to meet Lightning and all her friends at the New Hampshire SPCA, please visit our Adoption Center during our open hours: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. every day except Wednesdays (closed). Have questions? Call (603) 772-2921 ext. 110 or email info@nhspca.org today. Primary Color: Black Weight: 4.89 Age: 8yrs 0mths 1wks

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Star Bright Animal Rescue - NH transport

Portsmouth, NH 03801

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Bright Hope Animal Rescue-NH Chapter

Portsmouth, NH 03801

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Rescue Anonymous

Newington, NH 03801

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Second Chances Animal Rescue - ME Chapter

Kittery, ME 03904

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Ozark Homeward Bound ME Chapter

Kittery, ME 03904

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WASV-Maine

Kittery, ME 03904

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Dirt Road Rescues - ME Chapter

Kittery, ME 03904

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Lilac Groves Pampered Pups

Rye, NH 03870

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NHSPCA

PO Box 196, 104 Portsmouth Ave, Stratham, NH 03885

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Darbster Kitty at Tipsy Tabby

90 Main St, Newmarket, NH 03857

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