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Kittens and cats in Port Dover, Ontario

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Bonded Pair
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Finley

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 7 yrs
Hamilton, ON
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Finley!! (case #12627) Meet Tucker and Finley — two beautiful 7-year-old sisters whose world was turned upside down after the heartbreaking loss of their owner. Through all the uncertainty and change, one thing remained constant: their love for each other. Finley arrived at the shelter first. Friendly from the start, this slightly rotund lady quickly charmed everyone she met with her sweet nature and enthusiasm for catnip. She settled in as best she could, but it was clear something — or someone — was missing. A few days later, Tucker arrived. She had been much harder to find in the home, hiding away quietly while everything around her changed. Tucker is a bit more shy than her sister, taking comfort in calm spaces and familiar faces. Once we learned these girls were bonded, we reunited them in a shared space — and their reaction was unforgettable. Almost instantly they were grooming one another, rubbing together, exchanging soft sniffs, and settling in side by side as though they could finally breathe again. Watching them reconnect was a beautiful reminder of how deeply they depend on and comfort each other. Finley and Tucker must be adopted together. They are gentle, loving cats who have already endured so much loss, and now they’re hoping for a fresh start in a quiet, caring home where they can stay together forever. If you’re looking to open your heart to a pair of sweet companions who will bring warmth, comfort, and lots of love into your life, Finley and Tucker are waiting to meet you. Please complete an adoption application: https://www.hamilton.ca/home-neighbourhood/animals-pets/adopt-or-foster-pet/adoptions Animal adoptions and viewing are by appointment only. This allows our Adoption Staff to spend quality time with each potential home to ensure the most successful matches are made between the animals and their new families. *Please note: we only adopt within Ontario
Bonded Pair
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Tucker

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 7 yrs
Hamilton, ON
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Tucker!! (case #12722) Meet Tucker and Finley — two beautiful 7-year-old sisters whose world was turned upside down after the heartbreaking loss of their owner. Through all the uncertainty and change, one thing remained constant: their love for each other. Finley arrived at the shelter first. Friendly from the start, this slightly rotund lady quickly charmed everyone she met with her sweet nature and enthusiasm for catnip. She settled in as best she could, but it was clear something — or someone — was missing. A few days later, Tucker arrived. She had been much harder to find in the home, hiding away quietly while everything around her changed. Tucker is a bit more shy than her sister, taking comfort in calm spaces and familiar faces. Once we learned these girls were bonded, we reunited them in a shared space — and their reaction was unforgettable. Almost instantly they were grooming one another, rubbing together, exchanging soft sniffs, and settling in side by side as though they could finally breathe again. Watching them reconnect was a beautiful reminder of how deeply they depend on and comfort each other. Finley and Tucker must be adopted together. They are gentle, loving cats who have already endured so much loss, and now they’re hoping for a fresh start in a quiet, caring home where they can stay together forever. If you’re looking to open your heart to a pair of sweet companions who will bring warmth, comfort, and lots of love into your life, Finley and Tucker are waiting to meet you. Please complete an adoption application: https://www.hamilton.ca/home-neighbourhood/animals-pets/adopt-or-foster-pet/adoptions Animal adoptions and viewing are by appointment only. This allows our Adoption Staff to spend quality time with each potential home to ensure the most successful matches are made between the animals and their new families. *Please note: we only adopt within Ontario
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Starfish

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 yrs
Hamilton, ON
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Starfish — a beautiful 3-year-old grey tabby and white lady with a gentle spirit and a thoughtful, observant nature. Starfish is on the shy side and prefers to take her time getting comfortable in new spaces, often choosing a cozy hiding spot where she can quietly watch the world go by. Once she feels safe, Starfish will start to show her sweet side. She’s happy to come out for calm company and enjoys gentle, respectful pets from people she trusts. Those quiet moments of connection are where she truly shines — soft, subtle, and sincere. Starfish is not yet comfortable with being handled extensively, and she can find medical procedures stressful. She’ll need a patient home that understands this and is willing to give her the time and space she needs to build trust at her own pace, without pressure or expectation. With kindness, consistency, and respect for her boundaries, Starfish has every chance to blossom into a deeply rewarding companion. She’s looking for a calm, understanding home where she can feel safe enough to slowly come out of her shell and be loved exactly as she is. Please complete an adoption application: https://www.hamilton.ca/home-neighbourhood/animals-pets/adopt-or-foster-pet/adoptions Animal adoptions and viewing are by appointment only. This allows our Adoption Staff to spend quality time with each potential home to ensure the most successful matches are made between the animals and their new families. *Please note: we only adopt within Ontario
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Flounder

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs 6 mos
Hamilton, ON
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Flounder — a 2–3-year-old former street survivor with the face of a prizefighter and the heart of a shy little poet. This handsome guy looks like he’s spent the last several months doing twelve rounds in back alleys and surviving on grit alone. Think Rocky Balboa in cat form: rough around the edges, a little weathered, and carrying the unmistakable look of someone who’s seen some things. Life on the streets clearly wasn’t easy for Flounder, and he wears that history in his scruffy, tough-guy appearance. But unlike Rocky, Flounder isn’t charging confidently into the spotlight. Underneath that rugged exterior is a nervous, gentle soul who likely survived by staying hidden — skulking in corners, keeping to the shadows, and only venturing out when the world felt safe enough. He’s cautious with people and still learning that he no longer has to fend for himself. And then there’s his meow. For such a rough-and-tumble-looking fellow, Flounder has the tiniest, meekest little mew imaginable — like he’s politely apologizing for taking up space. It’s impossible not to root for him. Flounder doesn’t need much: just a calm home, a patient person, and the chance to finally trade survival mode for soft blankets and regular meals. He may take time to trust, but with kindness and understanding, we think this former street cat is more than ready to discover the joys of being a pampered housecat. Every tough guy deserves a happy ending. Flounder’s just hoping his starts with you. Please complete an adoption application: https://www.hamilton.ca/home-neighbourhood/animals-pets/adopt-or-foster-pet/adoptions Animal adoptions and viewing are by appointment only. This allows our Adoption Staff to spend quality time with each potential home to ensure the most successful matches are made between the animals and their new families. *Please note: we only adopt within Ontario
Photo of Velcro

Velcro

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 10 mos
Hamilton, ON
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Velcro: The Cat Equivalent of a Human Barnacle (case #13106) Are you lonely? Do you enjoy personal space? Would you like to never experience either of those things again? Then allow us to introduce Velcro, an 8-month-old Stage Five Clinger disguised as a kitten. Velcro doesnt just want attention he requires it with the urgency of a man defusing a bomb. This cat is emotionally attached to you faster than your tax return is attached to bad decisions. Sit down? Hes in your lap. Stand up? Hes on your ankle. Go to the bathroom? Congratulations, you now have a screaming furry life coach supervising your hygiene routine. Scientists say cats are independent creatures. Velcro has reviewed that statement and filed a formal complaint. This boy sticks to humans with: the grip strength of industrial-strength duct tape, the emotional commitment of a golden retriever in a cat costume, and the persistence of a telemarketer who knows youre home. If affection were an Olympic sport, Velcro would not only win gold he would climb onto the podium and scream until you held him. He is: aggressively cuddly, loudly opinionated, professionally needy, and powered entirely by love and chaos. Warning: adopting Velcro may result in: never peeing alone again, losing circulation in one arm because the baby is sleeping, emotional manipulation via tiny sad meows, and developing Stockholm syndrome for being screamed at affectionately. Ideal home: Someone who understands that personal boundaries are merely suggestions and who has always dreamed of owning a furry, vibrating shadow with separation anxiety. Velcro isnt just a cat. Hes a lifestyle. A commitment. A wearable emotional support animal that did not ask for your consent. Adopt Velcro today because this cat already assumes you belong to him. Please complete an adoption application: https://www.hamilton.ca/home-neighbourhood/animals-pets/adopt-or-foster-pet/adoptions Animal adoptions and viewing are by appointment only. This allows our Adoption Staff to spend quality time with each potential home to ensure the most successful matches are made between the animals and their new families. *Please note: we only adopt within Ontario
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Barnacle

Himalayan

Male, 3 yrs
Hamilton, ON
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Barnacle is a 3-year-old Himalayan cross with the kind of face that should come with its own dramatic movie soundtrack. Seriously, this cat is offensively handsome. Think classic movie-star handsome. The kind of handsome where strangers stop mid-sentence and say, “Well, hello there.” If George Clooney and a luxury throw pillow somehow became a cat, you’d get Barnacle. But beneath all that glamour is a fellow who’s a little more Heathcliff than Hollywood. Much like the famously grumpy cartoon cat, Barnacle prefers to keep to himself and observe the world from a safe distance. He arrived as a stray, and while we may never know what life was like before, it’s clear he’s still learning that people can be kind and predictable. Barnacle is a very nervous boy and not what you’d call a social butterfly. He isn’t looking for a house full of chaos, constant visitors, or someone expecting an instant lap cat. What he does need is a calm, cat-savvy person who understands that trust is earned slowly… and in Barnacle’s case, possibly very slowly. Patience is absolutely the key with this handsome fellow. Maybe a little patience. Maybe a lot. But for the right person — someone willing to let him move at his own pace and celebrate the small victories — Barnacle could be an incredibly rewarding companion. He may never be the life of the party, but somewhere under all that cautious fluff is a cat who just wants to feel safe. And honestly? We think he’s worth the wait. Please complete an adoption application: https://www.hamilton.ca/home-neighbourhood/animals-pets/adopt-or-foster-pet/adoptions Animal adoptions and viewing are by appointment only. This allows our Adoption Staff to spend quality time with each potential home to ensure the most successful matches are made between the animals and their new families. *Please note: we only adopt within Ontario

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Lil Haven Rescue

Caledonia, ON N3W

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Glanbrook District Animal Control

107 Binbrook Rd., RR#1 , Binbrook, ON L0R 1C0

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Fur Warriors

Hamilton, ON L8W 3B2

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City of Hamilton Animal Services

247 Dartnall Road, Hamilton, ON L8W 3V9

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Hamilton Burlington SPCA

245 Dartnall Rd, Hamilton, ON L8W 3V9

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The Way Home Feline Rescue

PO Box 636, Smithville, ON L0R 2A0

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Ladybird Animal Sanctuary

P.O. Box 80005 RPO Concession, Hamilton, ON L9A 0A6

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Hamilton Animal Control

345 Jones Road, Stoney Creek, ON L8G 4N9

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AARF - Animal Angel Rescue Foundation

Stoney Creek, ON L8G 4N9

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Neveah's Charity of West Lincoln

Hamilton, ON L8G 3G7

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