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Kittens and cats in Wake Forest, North Carolina

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Verona

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Wake Forest, NC
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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Verona is truly a sweet cat. She loves to sneak-attack you, loves treats, and loves to sit in your lap. You won't be able to go to bed without her sleeping in between your legs. She would be best in a home with only adults and middle school aged children or older: no other animals, and no young children.
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Silas

Maine Coon

Male, Adult
Wake Forest, NC
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Silas is a 8 year old neutered male Maine Coon mix. He is a loveable & sociable cat. We rescued him as a kitten at 3 months old for my daughter. He is good with people & dogs, easy to hold, & play with. He purrs a lot & loves to lay in your lap. He is an indoor cat, but he loves to go outside. We have a screened in porch that he goes on. He will take a bath easily & play fetch with his toy mouse. This is the "Maine Coon" in him - he doesn't mind water. He is up to date on all vaccines & vet visits. He is diabetic & is on insulin. He is doing good on his medicine. Unfortunately, it requires being home to feed and give it to him. Our family dynamic has changed & it is hard to be here for him. My daughter is moving into an apartment with her fiance' who is allergic to cats. My husband and I have to travel out of state frequently for ailing family members. We think he would do well in an environment with adults & older kids, retired person or one who works from home.
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Wybourne

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Wake Forest, NC
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Good with kids, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Wybourne(Wybie): Found as a young kitten around October of last year. 10 months old but a big boy. Our family tried all sorts of methods to integrate him with the resident cat, nothing has worked. We still love him and want him to have a long healthy life in a good home. -Loves people. You will never have to question where you stand with him. Velcro kitty who needs to be around people. Big on cuddles and a licker. If you have family with kids or other cats(preferably young) he’d do quite well with them -Outside time is his favorite. Can wear a harness and be out there for hours. A fenced in backyard would be good. - Big eater. Very nosy when it comes to food. Will eat from unattended plates. Favorites are cheese and meat. -Not fond of closed doors. Wants his people to be accessible. -Needs toys and playtime. Quite athletic and mischievous when bored.
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Simon

American Shorthair

Male, Young
Wake Forest, NC
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(when grown) -
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Not good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Simon is a friendly, people-loving, energetic and playful cat. He is a great work buddy and loves cuddling on your lap. He’s an indoor cat and currently the only pet in his home since being rescued as a kitten about 2 years ago. But he does well with children when they visit and loves to meet new people. He will greet you excitedly when you wake up or when you come home after a long day. He’s also very polite; he will let you trim his claws for treats, and knows when to stay away from human food.Simon currently takes a daily pill to help manage a skin sensitivity/neurological condition. His owners are expecting a baby and they need to find him a home where he can get the attention he deserves. He may benefit from trying a different medicine or being in a different environment (whether quiet, or with lots of engaging distractions, or even transitioning to being outside). He’s a great companion and deserves a good home.
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Fletcher

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Kitten
Wake Forest, NC
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(when grown) -
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Not good with kids, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I rescued Fletcher when he was 5 weeks old. He was living outside at my parents home. I have 2 other cats and thought the introduction would be smooth..well 7 months later--even after Fletcher was neutered--Fletcher does not get along with my other cats. When I keep them separated Fletcher is calm and loving one on one with me--but the moment they are all together--Fletcher chases and goes into defense mode. Fletcher would thrive in a home without any other cats--where he can be the calm loving cat I've known one on one.
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Rain25

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 2 mos
Youngsville, NC
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Not good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
✨High‑energy, big‑hearted, fetch‑playing,🐦bird‑chattering kitty who melts like butter into warm laps.😻Rain has grown from a shy storm‑drain rescue into a bright, athletic, hilariously expressive young cat with a big personality and an even bigger zest for life. Now officially one year old, she’s confident, curious, affectionate on her own terms, and always ready for her next adventure.She greets her foster family with enthusiastic head‑butts, chirps, and quick bursts of affection before zooming off to explore. Rain is clever, social, and full of energy – the kind of cat who makes you laugh daily with her antics and commentary. She’s also a dedicated fetcher, proudly bringing emery boards or plastic springs to your feet and waiting, eyes shining, for you to throw them again. At the window, she chatters excitedly at birds and squirrels, offering her own running commentary on the wildlife channel. When she’s sleepy or wants closeness, she turns into a melty little lap cat, settling in for surprisingly long snuggles when the mood strikes.Recently, Rain spent several days with another foster family while her primary foster mom was away. This was her first time being a 'solo kitty' in a new home, and she impressed everyone. They described her as gentle, sweet, and loving, amazed by how friendly she was and how much fun she brought into their home. She enjoyed being petted (briefly – she has places to be!) and then dashed off to investigate something new.They also discovered something Rain’s main foster already knew: she thrives with routine. At her usual foster home, Rain sleeps in her own room at night. In the temporary home, she tried to 'check on' the humans repeatedly – walking across them, meowing, and making sure they were still alive and possibly available to provide snacks. With a consistent nighttime setup, she settles beautifully.Rain previously lived with young foster kitty, Smile (now adopted), and she clearly enjoyed having a playmate. She has also formed a sweet friendship with her foster home’s elderly, docile male cat, showing she can match the energy of a calm, steady companion just as well as she can keep up with a playful peer.Her one mismatch has been with a resident 'middle‑energy' cat – confident, not playful, not mellow – with whom she had an early clash during her tiny, fearless 'Tarzan phase.' Neither ever fully trusted the other again. It’s a reminder that Rain does best with cats who are either enthusiastic playmates or gentle, grounded personalities, rather than cats who fall in the middle of the spectrum.Rain genuinely enjoys feline company and would thrive with the right match.🌟 Rain would love a home that:* Has another cat – either a playful young friend or a calm, steady companion* Enjoys an active, intelligent, curious kitty* Appreciates a cat who is affectionate but independent* Can provide a consistent nighttime routine* Has adults or older kids who understand cat body language💫 Rain is a joyful, loving, unforgettable young cat – full of heart, humor, and life. She’s ready for her forever family to fall in love with her the way her foster families have.To meet Rain and other adoptable Purr Partners kitties at one of our weekend adoptathon events:1) review our adoption policies at https://www.purrpartners.org/adopt/policies/2) apply to become a pre-approved adopter today at https://www.purrpartners.org/adopt/cats/For more information or to apply to adopt, please go to: https://www.purrpartners.org/adopt/

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Neshama Animal Rescue

Wake Forest, NC 27587

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Purr Partners Feline Rescue

PO Box 905, Youngsville, NC 27596

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Paws For Life NC

PO Box 338, Youngsville, NC 27596

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SPCA of Franklin County

P.O. Box 1194, Youngsville, NC 27596

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

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Meow House Cat Rescue

3225 Marie Drive, Raleigh, NC 27604

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Mitchell Mill Animal Hospital Rescue Inc

4012 Mitchell Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC 27616

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SAFE Haven for Cats

8431-137 Garvey Drive, Raleigh, NC 27616

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Animal Advocates Coalition, Inc.

128 Windchime Ct, Raleigh, NC 27615

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Mardens Cat Tales

Raleigh, NC 27615

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Calvin's Paws

PO Box 17271, Raleigh, NC 27619

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