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Kittens and cats in Ithaca, New York

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These adorable cats are available for adoption in Ithaca, New York. 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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Slurms MacKenzie

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 4 yrs 3 mos
Ithaca, NY
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Slurms MacKenzie came to us as a stray, but thanks to a kind foster person, we now know so much more about this handsome young man! He likes to take things at his own pace when it comes to getting to know you, and he appreciates a very Zen household with plenty of hidey holes for him to relax in. Give him some time to settle in, entice him with treats, and you may get to see a rare zoomie or two from this fetching guy. He`s also got a keen sense of curiosity, so make sure that your trash bins are secure against his inquisitive nature. We also know that this quiet dude is FIV+, which means that his immune system is more susceptible to things that another cat would brush off, and will require biannual wellness checkups. His outdoor excursions are also at an end, but with enough gentle attention, tempting meals, and warm napping spots, we`re sure that he`ll be content with this change in his life. Does your home lack the mindful serenity that Slurms could bring into it? Come on over to the adoption center Wednesday-Sunday 12-4:30 (Thursday 12-6:30) and meet the dude himself. He`ll be waiting!You can also reach our adoptions team:by email: adoptions@spcaonline.comby phone (during open hours): 607-257-1822 x221
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Finley

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 13 yrs 7 mos
Ithaca, NY
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Leo

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo
Ithaca, NY
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This young gentleman was left with a cat sitter and his owner never came back to pick him up. His caretaker wasn`t able to keep him permanently, so our team stepped in and brought Leo into the shelter. He had a bit of a rough start when he first got here, so we sent him to a loving foster home where he can learn to trust people again and not fear abandonment. His foster has some really sweet things to say about him. Have a read: `Although Leo has been through a lot, he has the sweetest personality: he runs up to even new people and is often on a visitor`s lap within five minutes. This guy was left alone for a long time in his previous situation, and he is so grateful for all of the human attention he gets. If you want a companion who will greet you every time you walk in the room, Leo is the cat for you. He`s also happy to soak up human attention through playtime, jumping and chasing after wand toys. He`s a very gentle kitty when playing with children or adults. For solo play, he loves to bat a spiral toy around the room and carry it back to his scratching post in his mouth. His nutritional needs were also not being met in his previous situation, but he`s making up for it now. His hearty appetite for wet food has been helping him gain weight, and he has yet to meet a treat he doesn`t love!`He has lived with other cats and we have no history of him with dogs, but our adoptions team is happy to provide all the information needed to facilitate a slow and thoughtful introduction. If you think Leo might be the man for you, let our adoptions team know and they will set up a meet and greet with their foster parent. by email: adoptions@spcaonline.comby phone (during open hours): 607-257-1822 x221
We'll also keep you updated on Thomas's adoption status with email updates.
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Thomas

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr 9 mos
Ithaca, NY
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Hans

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 4 yrs
Ithaca, NY
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Hans is a very large and friendly 4 year old tabby who loves pets and hanging out with good company. He’s been described as a “sweet loaf of a cat”, once he’s comfortable, but if he starts to feel a little overwhelmed by all the affection, he’s usually good about letting you know by walking away. Sadly, his previous owner passed away, but Hans found himself in the loving care of a foster parent, who gave him the care and space he needed to recover from his loss. He prefers soft pets, particularly around his big handsome cheeks, and is a sucker for any sardines that you might be holding onto. He’s lived with other cats before and seemed to enjoy the company there, but we’ll go over the steps for a successful integration into your home with any other animals. Why not come by and take a few moments to get to know this handsome hunk at our adoption center Wednesday-Sunday: 12:00-4:30 PM (Thursday: 12:00-6:30 PM)?You can also reach our adoptions team:by email: adoptions@spcaonline.comby phone (during open hours): 607-257-1822 x221
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Floo

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs
Ithaca, NY
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This beautiful girlie with fur so soft is Floo. She came to us after a house fire caused her to lose her home, caretaker and some of her feline friends. Floo is understandably feeling a bit lost right now, but she`d love to end up in a home with a patient family who loves her and can help her open up to be her true self. She has lived with other cats and we have no history with dogs or kids. Toddlers may be too much for her right now, but older kids who can respect boundaries might be good for her. She does allow petting and REALLY enjoys watching cat TV on YouTube.If you have a calm home that this girl can get her second chance in, stop by the adoption center Wednesday-Sunday 12-4:30 (Thursday 12-6:30).You can also reach our adoptions team:by email: adoptions@spcaonline.comby phone (during open hours): 607-257-1822 x221

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SPCA of Tompkins County

1640 Hanshaw Road, Ithaca, NY 14850

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Animal Advocates of the Finger Lakes

Box 48, Poplar Ridge, NY 13139

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CNY SNAP

17 Salisbury Street, Cortland, NY 13045

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Animal Aid of Cortland Inc.

c/o 85 Homer Avenue, Cortland, NY 13045

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Cortland County SPCA

879 McLean Road, Cortland, NY 13045

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Greenfield Pets Animal Rescue

Cortland, NY 13045

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Country Acres Animal Shelter

5852 West Scott Road, Homer, NY 13077

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Seneca County SPCA

4438 County Road 121, Romulus, NY 14541

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The Owl House Foster Spot

Spencer, NY 14883

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Schuyler County Animal Shelter

106 Tenth Street, Unit 2 , Watkins Glen, NY 14891

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