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We'll also keep you updated on Luna and Kuna's adoption status with email updates.
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Luna and Kuna

Munchkin

Female, Adult
Hilliard, OH
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Good with kids, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained,
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They are mother and daughter and a bonded pair. CANNOT BE SEPARATED! Luna (black & white) is the mother and she’s 5 years old I was gifted her back in 2020 when she was a kitten and her daughter Kuna (the black cat) is 4 years old. They are munchkin cats mixed with Persian. They are the sweetest most loving cats. Luna is so talkative and loves to cuddle! Kuna is shy at first but she is so loving and sweet. They are both so fluffy especially Luna. It breaks my heart to have to try and find them a new home. But I recently just had a baby and I’m extremely overwhelmed and cannot give them the attention they deserve. I feel so bad for them and wish they could be with someone who will give them all that attention. Not only that but the maintenance of having to take care of them and the cost I cannot afford right now as a new mother.
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Simba

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Adult
Hilliard, OH
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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We received simba a few months ago, apologies but the date of receiving him is blurry as I don’t remember. He was raised with the neighbors we received him from with two dogs and a cat. He is extremely friendly and very very affectionate. He acts sort of similar to a dog and wags his tail very much, he loves to carry a hair tie around and will drop it in front of you if he wants to play. I do not recommend him to anyone who has carpets, doesn’t have a decent amount of spare time with him or kids/small pets that can keep him entertained. I stated the carpet for reasons, if he is put in a room (even if someone is in there) he will dig at the carpet under the door until he is let out and vice versa. He claws at the carpet when he is playing or is having zoomies (he also bites and pulls at the carpet as well.) He has the most adorable meow ever (he is super quiet) however is loud when he is wanting attention
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Unknown - stray

Tabby

Female, Young
Hilliard, OH
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House-trained,
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This kitty showed up in our yard ~10 days ago, got into yowling contests with our feral male Siamese named Simon. We did not want another feral but thought Simon might like company; however, within the past few days the stray has become very aggressive toward Simon and chased him away. I moved the stray into our 3-season room with a radiator, so he/she (gender unknown) has been warm and has eaten all food provided (very hungry), but our house is tiny; Simon still sees the stray and only stays long enough to grab some food. The stray is otherwise friendly, walked into the house and does not mind being picked up/held, likes belly rubs, etc. and purrs quite a bit. Seems very much like a former indoor cat that either wandered off or was dumped. I took to the vets to scan for a chip (negative) but otherwise have not had any health checks done and again gender is unknown. Seems like a good potential only cat, or maybe with other cats (seems to like our pup too) in the right situation.
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Butterball

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Adult
Hilliard, OH
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Butterball was adopted from the colony cats July 11, 2023, he is 7 years old. Over the past two almost three years we have loved and cared for him. Butterball is a solitary cat but can interact well with other cats that are younger than him. He hates being picked up and will voice his complaints willingly He does not like seafood based cat foods and loves anything chicken based cat food wise. He loves cuddling under the blankets and enjoys his grooming, however sometimes when feeling overwhelmed likes to sleep in the closet or under the bed. He is a chonky boy, who loves going outside in safe areas. However, make sure to walk with him back home too a few times until he knows how to get home. He hates harnesses, leashes and collars. (Struggled to get the flea collar on lol) he does not like his nails being cut! He will not let you touch his paws! Please if you are looking to adopt this chunky monkey, be ok with him going outside and have good space and hiding for him ❤️
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Paddington

Tabby

Female, Young
Hilliard, OH
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Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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I marked Unknown for Good with cats because Paddington gets along well with our male tabby (in one of the photos), but she attacks our shy tortoiseshell. We tried to get them to at least tolerate each other (Feliway, calming powder, scent transfer, etc.), but the problem has actually gotten worse. She found our yard as a tiny kitten, maybe 6-8 weeks old, last summer (2024); we had two feral cats and she started eating their food. We caught her and took her in; and as noted in the description is spayed and up to date on all of her shots. She enjoys pets, cuddling, and being held/carried - plus playing with my shoelaces - and can play hard w/our male tabby and our terrier puppy (though the puppy chases her quite a bit) - but everything changes whenever Paddington sees our tortie. We think she would be ideal as an only cat, or maybe in a house with a confident, playful male and/or a dog. We hate to lose her, but she is in a large multi-level kennel much of the day and is not fair to her.
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Mr. Peabody

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Columbus, OH
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Good with cats, Needs special attention,
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FELV+DOB: 9/25/2023 Mr. Peabody’s story started on the streets. Found as a young stray in rough shape, he was brought to us in July 2024 and has since made a full recovery. Today, this handsome orange tabby is healthy, playful, and—no exaggeration—one of the sweetest cats we’ve ever met. From the moment you meet him, Mr. Peabody will trot right up for pets, head bumps, and purrs. He loves everyone—strangers, visitors, staff—and his affectionate, easygoing nature makes him the kind of cat who instantly wins hearts. During his veterinary care, we discovered that Mr. Peabody is FeLV-positive (Feline Leukemia Virus). FeLV is a viral infection that affects the immune system, making it harder for a cat’s body to fight off infections. While it’s not curable, it is manageable with good veterinary care, a healthy diet, and a stress-free indoor lifestyle. Cats with FeLV need routine wellness checks, prompt treatment for any illness, and regular preventative care like vaccines and parasite control. FeLV is spread between cats through close contact (like grooming or sharing food bowls), so Mr. Peabody must either be an only cat or live with other FeLV-positive companions. It’s important to know that FeLV affects cats differently—some live only a few years, while others remain healthy for much longer. Right now, Mr. Peabody is in excellent health, full of playful kitten energy, and showing no signs of illness. What he needs most is a loving home where he can enjoy life to the fullest, surrounded by people who adore him as much as he’ll adore them. To learn more about this condition visit:  https://resources.bestfriends.org/article/feline-leukemia-felv-faqs **This cat is currently in a foster home and arrangements can be made for a meeting once you have applied with us. All cats are spayed or neutered, vaccinated and tested for FIV/FeLV. If interested in adopting me, please fill out an online adoption application at https://colonycats.org/adoption_app.html to expedite the process. Due to the large number of inquiries received, we are unable to respond to emails quickly.** August 5, 2025, 9:21 pm

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Columbus Humane - Animal Support Center

3015 Scioto-Darby Executive Ct., Columbus, OH 43026

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Columbus Humane

3015 Scioto Darby Executive Court, Hilliard, OH 43026

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The Spay/Neuter Incentive Project and Sanctuary

Hilliard, OH 43026

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Colony Cats (& dogs)

2740 Festival Lane, Columbus, OH 43017

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Maine Coon Rescue - Dublin,OH

Dublin, OH 43017

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Peace for Paws Ohio

PO Box 1343, Dublin, OH 43017

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Mittens for Kittens Rescue

Columbus, OH 43212

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Buckeye Pet Partners

Columbus, OH 43212

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Persian, Purebred & Purrbaby Rescue

P.O. Box 12395, Columbus, OH 43212

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