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Domestic Shorthair kittens & cats in Escondido, California

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These Domestic Shorthairs are available in Escondido, California.
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Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 3 mos
Escondido, CA
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We'll also keep you updated on Amarena's adoption status with email updates.
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Amarena

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Escondido, CA
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Spayed or Neutered,
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How Amarena arrived: Amarena was brought in by their previous owner on 11/23/2025. Why Amarena is the one for you:Meet Amarena, a gentle, shy girl who's been overwhelmed by the busy shelter environment. She tends to be quite fearful here, but with patience and kindness, her sweet personality begins to peek through. Amarena would do best in a calm, predictable home without small children, where she can feel safe and build trust at her own pace. With a quiet space, a soft voice, and someone willing to let her blossom in her own time, Amarena has all the potential to become a loving, loyal companion. At SDHS:Amarena has been vaccinated, microchipped and spayed. Amarena is now ready for their new home! Primary Color: White Secondary Color: Blue Tabby Weight: 9.9375 Age: 7yrs 5mths 0wks
We'll also keep you updated on Titan's adoption status with email updates.
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Titan

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Escondido, CA
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(when grown) -
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Spayed or Neutered,
Story
How this pet arrived: This pet was brought in by a community member on 11/16/2025. Why this pet is the one for you:Titan is a sweet and gentle 7-year-old boy who loves affection on his own terms. He's happiest when he can lounge in a cozy spot, enjoy a good petting session, and take peaceful naps in his favorite places. Once he feels comfortable, he'll happily curl up in your lap for warm, heart-melting cuddles. He's the perfect mix of independence and tenderness, ready to bring companionship to a caring home. At SDHS:Titan has been vaccinated, microchipped and neutered. Titan is now ready for his new home! Primary Color: Blue Weight: 13.37 Age: 7yrs 0mths 2wks
We'll also keep you updated on Bonnie's adoption status with email updates.
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Bonnie

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Escondido, CA
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(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
How this pet arrived:Johnny was brought in by their previous owner on 10/12/25. Why this pet is the one for you:Meet Johnny, a gentle soul residing at our local shelter. Despite her shy and fearful nature, she is a cat who cherishes peaceful moments and would thrive in a calm, loving home. Adopting Johnny means giving her a chance to feel safe and loved, and to share her gentle, loving heart with her forever family. At SDHS:Johnny has been vaccinated, microchipped and spayed. Johnny is now ready for their new home! If you're interested in adopting Johnny visit our Escondido Campus! Primary Color: Blue Secondary Color: White Weight: 6.075 Age: 1yrs 2mths 0wks
We'll also keep you updated on Heidi's adoption status with email updates.
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Heidi

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Senior
Escondido, CA
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(when grown) -
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Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
How this pet arrived: Heidi was brought in by her previous owner on 10/31/2025. Why this pet is the one for you:Heidi is a sweet senior lady with a gentle soul. She can be shy at first-especially around new people, children, and dogs-but with patience and kindness, she truly blossoms. Once she feels safe, Heidi enjoys quiet companionship and gentle pets. She's lived peacefully with another cat before, so she may do well with a calm feline friend. Heidi would love a calm, understanding home where she can take things at her own pace. Go slow with her, and you'll soon earn the love and trust of a very special kitty. At SDHS:This pet has been vaccinated, microchipped and spayed neutered. This pet is now ready for her new home! Primary Color: Torbie Weight: 9.4875 Age: 13yrs 1mths 1wks
We'll also keep you updated on Kit-Cat's adoption status with email updates.
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Kit-Cat

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Senior
Escondido, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
How this pet arrived: Kit-Cat was brought in by their previous owner on 12/2/2025. Why this pet is the one for you:Kit-Cat is a sweet and playful kitty looking for a loving home. She may be shy when meeting new people, but once she warms up, her affectionate and friendly personality truly shines.Per her previous owner, Kit-Cat LOVES her bouncy ball-she'll leap into the air like a little soccer star just to bat at it! She has a lively, fun-loving spirit and enjoys interactive playtime. She also loves being petted and brushed, making her a wonderful companion for someone who enjoys bonding through gentle affection.Kit-Cat has done well with dogs and kids in the past, making her a great fit for a variety of homes. She would thrive in a patient, caring environment where she can settle in at her own pace and share her playful, loving nature. At SDHS:Kit-Cat has been vaccinated, microchipped and spayed. Kit-Cat is now ready for her new home! Primary Color: Spotted Tabby Secondary Color: Brown Tabby Weight: 6.65625 Age: 8yrs 0mths 1wks

Or, how about these Domestic Shorthairs in cities near Escondido, California

These Domestic Shorthairs are available for adoption close to Escondido, California.
We'll also keep you updated on Baby's adoption status with email updates.
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Baby

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 3 mos
Escondido, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
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We'll also keep you updated on Amarena's adoption status with email updates.
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Amarena

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Escondido, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
How Amarena arrived: Amarena was brought in by their previous owner on 11/23/2025. Why Amarena is the one for you:Meet Amarena, a gentle, shy girl who's been overwhelmed by the busy shelter environment. She tends to be quite fearful here, but with patience and kindness, her sweet personality begins to peek through. Amarena would do best in a calm, predictable home without small children, where she can feel safe and build trust at her own pace. With a quiet space, a soft voice, and someone willing to let her blossom in her own time, Amarena has all the potential to become a loving, loyal companion. At SDHS:Amarena has been vaccinated, microchipped and spayed. Amarena is now ready for their new home! Primary Color: White Secondary Color: Blue Tabby Weight: 9.9375 Age: 7yrs 5mths 0wks
We'll also keep you updated on Titan's adoption status with email updates.
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Titan

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Escondido, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
How this pet arrived: This pet was brought in by a community member on 11/16/2025. Why this pet is the one for you:Titan is a sweet and gentle 7-year-old boy who loves affection on his own terms. He's happiest when he can lounge in a cozy spot, enjoy a good petting session, and take peaceful naps in his favorite places. Once he feels comfortable, he'll happily curl up in your lap for warm, heart-melting cuddles. He's the perfect mix of independence and tenderness, ready to bring companionship to a caring home. At SDHS:Titan has been vaccinated, microchipped and neutered. Titan is now ready for his new home! Primary Color: Blue Weight: 13.37 Age: 7yrs 0mths 2wks
We'll also keep you updated on Bonnie's adoption status with email updates.
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Bonnie

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Escondido, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
How this pet arrived:Johnny was brought in by their previous owner on 10/12/25. Why this pet is the one for you:Meet Johnny, a gentle soul residing at our local shelter. Despite her shy and fearful nature, she is a cat who cherishes peaceful moments and would thrive in a calm, loving home. Adopting Johnny means giving her a chance to feel safe and loved, and to share her gentle, loving heart with her forever family. At SDHS:Johnny has been vaccinated, microchipped and spayed. Johnny is now ready for their new home! If you're interested in adopting Johnny visit our Escondido Campus! Primary Color: Blue Secondary Color: White Weight: 6.075 Age: 1yrs 2mths 0wks
We'll also keep you updated on Heidi's adoption status with email updates.
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Heidi

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Senior
Escondido, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
How this pet arrived: Heidi was brought in by her previous owner on 10/31/2025. Why this pet is the one for you:Heidi is a sweet senior lady with a gentle soul. She can be shy at first-especially around new people, children, and dogs-but with patience and kindness, she truly blossoms. Once she feels safe, Heidi enjoys quiet companionship and gentle pets. She's lived peacefully with another cat before, so she may do well with a calm feline friend. Heidi would love a calm, understanding home where she can take things at her own pace. Go slow with her, and you'll soon earn the love and trust of a very special kitty. At SDHS:This pet has been vaccinated, microchipped and spayed neutered. This pet is now ready for her new home! Primary Color: Torbie Weight: 9.4875 Age: 13yrs 1mths 1wks
We'll also keep you updated on Kit-Cat's adoption status with email updates.
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Kit-Cat

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Senior
Escondido, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
How this pet arrived: Kit-Cat was brought in by their previous owner on 12/2/2025. Why this pet is the one for you:Kit-Cat is a sweet and playful kitty looking for a loving home. She may be shy when meeting new people, but once she warms up, her affectionate and friendly personality truly shines.Per her previous owner, Kit-Cat LOVES her bouncy ball-she'll leap into the air like a little soccer star just to bat at it! She has a lively, fun-loving spirit and enjoys interactive playtime. She also loves being petted and brushed, making her a wonderful companion for someone who enjoys bonding through gentle affection.Kit-Cat has done well with dogs and kids in the past, making her a great fit for a variety of homes. She would thrive in a patient, caring environment where she can settle in at her own pace and share her playful, loving nature. At SDHS:Kit-Cat has been vaccinated, microchipped and spayed. Kit-Cat is now ready for her new home! Primary Color: Spotted Tabby Secondary Color: Brown Tabby Weight: 6.65625 Age: 8yrs 0mths 1wks

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Lochte

American Shorthair Russian Blue

Male, 3 mos
Escondido, CA
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We'll also keep you updated on Fig's adoption status with email updates.
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Fig

American Shorthair

Male, 3 mos
Escondido, CA
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We'll also keep you updated on Phelps's adoption status with email updates.
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Phelps

American Shorthair Havana Brown

Male, 3 mos
Escondido, CA
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San Diego Humane Society - Escondido Campus

3500 Burnet Drive, Escondido, CA 92027

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Furballs Furever Rescue

Escondido, CA 92027

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Tabby Nation Cat Rescue

Escondido, CA 92025

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3.5 miles

Kitten Rescue Life

415 N Escondido Blvd, Escondido, CA 92025

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4.2 miles

Martin's Home, Inc

10121 West Lilac Road, Escondido, CA 92026

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4.2 miles

Cat Adoption Service

San Diego County, Escondido, CA 92026

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4.9 miles

Today, Tomorrow, Forever Animal Rescue (TTFAR)

Escondido, CA 92029

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7.3 miles

Kitty Devore Rescue - San Marcos

San Marcos, CA 92078

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7.5 miles

Saving Shelter Pets of CA

San Marcos, CA 92069

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11.6 miles

Love Your Feral Felines

1929 W Vista Way, Space C, Vista, CA 92083

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