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These Domestic Shorthairs are available in El Cajon, California.
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Cookie

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
El Cajon, CA
Size
(when grown) -
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Good with kids, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Cookie is a calm, sweet, and endlessly curious cat who loves guests, never bites, and makes “biscuits” daily. She’s always up for a snack (or three) and will happily shake her paw, sit, and turn on command, provided you pay her in treats. With her gentle nature, playful curiosity, and charming personality, Cookie will bring love, laughter, and plenty of biscuit-making to her new home. Oh and she Purrs a lot!!

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We'll also keep you updated on Penelope's adoption status with email updates.
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Penelope

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
El Cajon, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
How Penelope arrived: Penelope was brought in by their previous owner on 11/12/2025. Why Penelope is the one for you:Penelope is a gentle, soft-hearted cat who's still learning that the world can be a safe and loving place. After spending time as a stray, she can be a little shy at first, but her sweetness shines through once she feels comfortable. Penelope would thrive in a calm, quiet home where she can settle in at her own pace and build trust with patient, caring people. With time, she'll show you just how affectionate and loyal she can be.. At SDHS:Penelope has been vaccinated, microchipped and spayed. Penelope is now ready for their new home! Primary Color: Blue Secondary Color: White Weight: 6.5 Age: 2yrs 2mths 0wks

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Anchovy

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
El Cajon, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
How this pet arrived: This pet was brought in by a community member on 12/19/2025. Why this pet is the one for you:This male cat has a shy, gentle personality and may take some time to feel comfortable in new situations. Once he warms up, he enjoys calm companionship and quiet attention. He would do best in a patient home that understands the needs of a more reserved cat. With consistency and care, his confidence will continue to grow. At SDHS:This pet has been vaccinated, microchipped and neutered. This pet is now ready for their new home! Primary Color: White Secondary Color: Black Weight: 11.34 Age: 5yrs 0mths 2wks

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Shredder

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
El Cajon, CA
Size
(when grown) -
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Spayed or Neutered,
Story
How this pet arrived: This pet was brought in by their previous owner on 12/30/2025. Why this pet is the one for you:Meet Shredder, an affectionate and laidback feline in search of a loving new home! Shredder can be shy with new faces and places, and will need a bit of time to open up at his own pace. Once he feels safe, he blossoms into a huge cuddle bug! His foster reports that every time they get home from work, he's on the bed meowing for pets. He loves to plop down on your lap and nudge you for some attention. He has been indifferent towards the other cats in his foster home, and is happy keeping to himself. If you're looking for a new best friend to share lots of snuggles with, Shredder could be your guy! At SDHS:This pet has been vaccinated, microchipped and neutered. This pet is now ready for their new home! Primary Color: Brown Tabby Weight: 18.2 Age: 6yrs 6mths 0wks

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We'll also keep you updated on Juanita's adoption status with email updates.
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Juanita

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Senior
El Cajon, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
How this pet arrived: This pet was brought in by their previous owner on 5/11/2025. Why this pet is the one for you:Meet Juanita! This adorable feline is a bit shy with new faces and places, and will need some time and patience to open up to her new home at her own pace. She'll benefit from a lower-traffic environment without too much hustle and bustle. With a gentle approach and a structured routine, she'll come out of her shell and share more of her personality. If you're ready to give this sweet girl the patient and understanding home she deserves, inquire about adopting Juanita today! At SDHS:This pet has been vaccinated, microchipped and spayed/neutered. This pet is now ready for their new home! Primary Color: Black Secondary Color: White Weight: 13.4 Age: 8yrs 7mths 0wks

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We'll also keep you updated on Bucatini's adoption status with email updates.
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Bucatini

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
El Cajon, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
How this pet arrived: This pet was brought in by a community member. Why this pet is the one for you:Bucatini is a sweet boy who is sensitive to change. He'll need a family who will be patient with him and gives him the space he needs as he gets used to his new home. With enough time, you'll see his true personality shine. He'll make a wonderful companion in a calm and quiet home. At SDHS:This pet has been vaccinated, microchipped and spayed neutered. This pet is now ready for their new home! Primary Color: Black Secondary Color: White Weight: 15.2 Age: 6yrs 2mths 1wks

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We'll also keep you updated on Cookie's adoption status with email updates.
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Cookie

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
El Cajon, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Cookie is a calm, sweet, and endlessly curious cat who loves guests, never bites, and makes “biscuits” daily. She’s always up for a snack (or three) and will happily shake her paw, sit, and turn on command, provided you pay her in treats. With her gentle nature, playful curiosity, and charming personality, Cookie will bring love, laughter, and plenty of biscuit-making to her new home. Oh and she Purrs a lot!!

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We'll also keep you updated on Penelope's adoption status with email updates.
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Penelope

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
El Cajon, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
How Penelope arrived: Penelope was brought in by their previous owner on 11/12/2025. Why Penelope is the one for you:Penelope is a gentle, soft-hearted cat who's still learning that the world can be a safe and loving place. After spending time as a stray, she can be a little shy at first, but her sweetness shines through once she feels comfortable. Penelope would thrive in a calm, quiet home where she can settle in at her own pace and build trust with patient, caring people. With time, she'll show you just how affectionate and loyal she can be.. At SDHS:Penelope has been vaccinated, microchipped and spayed. Penelope is now ready for their new home! Primary Color: Blue Secondary Color: White Weight: 6.5 Age: 2yrs 2mths 0wks

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We'll also keep you updated on Anchovy's adoption status with email updates.
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Anchovy

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
El Cajon, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
How this pet arrived: This pet was brought in by a community member on 12/19/2025. Why this pet is the one for you:This male cat has a shy, gentle personality and may take some time to feel comfortable in new situations. Once he warms up, he enjoys calm companionship and quiet attention. He would do best in a patient home that understands the needs of a more reserved cat. With consistency and care, his confidence will continue to grow. At SDHS:This pet has been vaccinated, microchipped and neutered. This pet is now ready for their new home! Primary Color: White Secondary Color: Black Weight: 11.34 Age: 5yrs 0mths 2wks

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We'll also keep you updated on Shredder's adoption status with email updates.
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Shredder

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
El Cajon, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
How this pet arrived: This pet was brought in by their previous owner on 12/30/2025. Why this pet is the one for you:Meet Shredder, an affectionate and laidback feline in search of a loving new home! Shredder can be shy with new faces and places, and will need a bit of time to open up at his own pace. Once he feels safe, he blossoms into a huge cuddle bug! His foster reports that every time they get home from work, he's on the bed meowing for pets. He loves to plop down on your lap and nudge you for some attention. He has been indifferent towards the other cats in his foster home, and is happy keeping to himself. If you're looking for a new best friend to share lots of snuggles with, Shredder could be your guy! At SDHS:This pet has been vaccinated, microchipped and neutered. This pet is now ready for their new home! Primary Color: Brown Tabby Weight: 18.2 Age: 6yrs 6mths 0wks

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We'll also keep you updated on Juanita's adoption status with email updates.
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Juanita

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Senior
El Cajon, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
How this pet arrived: This pet was brought in by their previous owner on 5/11/2025. Why this pet is the one for you:Meet Juanita! This adorable feline is a bit shy with new faces and places, and will need some time and patience to open up to her new home at her own pace. She'll benefit from a lower-traffic environment without too much hustle and bustle. With a gentle approach and a structured routine, she'll come out of her shell and share more of her personality. If you're ready to give this sweet girl the patient and understanding home she deserves, inquire about adopting Juanita today! At SDHS:This pet has been vaccinated, microchipped and spayed/neutered. This pet is now ready for their new home! Primary Color: Black Secondary Color: White Weight: 13.4 Age: 8yrs 7mths 0wks

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We'll also keep you updated on Bucatini's adoption status with email updates.
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Bucatini

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
El Cajon, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
How this pet arrived: This pet was brought in by a community member. Why this pet is the one for you:Bucatini is a sweet boy who is sensitive to change. He'll need a family who will be patient with him and gives him the space he needs as he gets used to his new home. With enough time, you'll see his true personality shine. He'll make a wonderful companion in a calm and quiet home. At SDHS:This pet has been vaccinated, microchipped and spayed neutered. This pet is now ready for their new home! Primary Color: Black Secondary Color: White Weight: 15.2 Age: 6yrs 2mths 1wks

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Below are our newest added Domestic Shorthairs available for adoption in El Cajon, California. To see more adoptable Domestic Shorthairs in El Cajon, California, use the search tool below to enter specific criteria!
We'll also keep you updated on OJ's adoption status with email updates.
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OJ

American Shorthair

Male, Young
El Cajon, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
OJ is such a sweetheart and loves to lay right by your feet to protect you at nights. He is very food motivated and will wake you up for food! This orange lover will purr constantly when petting him. He’s about to turn 5 years old. His little meow is the cutest thing and he is always following you to see what you are up to.

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Wednesday

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
El Cajon, CA
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(when grown) -
Details
Good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Wednesday is an affectionate cat that loves sleeping under the covers and sitting with her person in the evening. She would do best with an owner who can be home and keep her company during the day. She has some support needs: she has food allergies that cause her to pick at her skin, and while she is house-trained, she will pee on fabric left on the floor if stressed. She's also vocal, and will complain if she isn't able to be in the same room as all the people if you're congregated, i.e. while eating, having guests over, etc. While she has been an indoor/outdoor cat in the past, for the last several years she has been only indoors, and therefore has not had her most recent feline leukemia shot.

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Boe

American Shorthair

Male, Young
El Cajon, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
This is Boe. He is the most sweetest loving cat and will purr and lay on top of you all night long. Loves to snuggle and is very patient with kids. He doesn’t get along with other cats in the house so needs to be an only cat. He has a cute little broken tail at the tip but it doesn’t hurt him at all. He sometimes looks a little cross eyed which makes him so much cuter. He is so deserving of all the love and pets and treats!

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Domestic Shorthair shelters & rescues in El Cajon, California

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for Domestic Shorthair kittens in El Cajon, California. Browse these Domestic Shorthair rescues and shelters below.

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5.4 miles

San Diego Humane Society - El Cajon Campus

1373 N. Marshall Ave., El Cajon, CA 92020

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

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8.2 miles

Tiny Kitten Coven

San Diego, CA 92114

Pet Types: cats

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8.4 miles

PAWS4thought Animal Rescue

PO Box 1893, Bonita, CA 91908

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

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9 miles

Kitty Devore Rescue - Lakeside

Lakeside, CA 92040

Pet Types: cats

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9.5 miles

Amazing Strays Rescue

San Diego, CA 92115

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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11.6 miles

Chula Vista Animal Care Facility (public)

130 Beyer Way, Chula Vista, CA 91911

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

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11.7 miles

Baja Animal Sanctuary

P.O. Box 439060, PMB 626, San Diego, CA 92143

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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12.3 miles

North Park Cat Rescue

2856 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116

Pet Types: cats

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12.6 miles

San Diego Last Chance Ranch

11727 Invierno Dr., San Diego, CA 92124

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

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12.7 miles

Smittens Rescue

San Diego, CA 92104

Pet Types: cats

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