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Ladybug

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Naugatuck, CT
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Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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Say hello to lovely Ladybug! This girl is very playful and inquisitive. Ladybug would do best in a home where she can be queen of her castle as an only cat. Ladybug was born around January 21, 2022. She is currently being fostered in Naugatuck. She is fixed, is up-to-date on shots, is microchipped and tested neg for FIV/FeLV*. All of our cats and kittens are cared for in loving foster homes. "Meet and greets" can be arranged only after an application has been submitted and approved.  Applications for adoption can be found at https://www.fosterandforever.org/  Our volunteers do their best to respond within 24 - 48 hrs. November 6, 2024, 9:46 am
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Lola

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Naugatuck, CT
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(when grown) -
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House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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Lola was brought in from outdoors when the nice lady that was caring for her, along with her mama (Trish) and brother (Oscar), called Foster and Forever for help.  At first, Lola was very scared of everything and everybody, and was very spicy. She has  come around nicely now with the help of lots of love and patience from her foster family. She runs around the house, playing with other cats and her mama, Trish. Lola will follow her foster mom around, rub on her legs, and look for pets. She will let you pick her up and carry her around, snuggled on your shoulder, and will purr the whole time.  She has soft fur and beautiful swirly markings. She has made good progress while in her foster home, and how has the run of the house! She loves all the other cats in her foster home. She will let you pet her on her terms (when you can catch her), and will reward you with purrs. When Lola has had enough, you may get a swat. She loves her liquid and crunchy cat treats - she is very food motivated! Lola also enjoys toys and is very playful. The perfect home for Lola would be a calm one with no young children. She would benefit from being with other friendly cats to teach her, and an experienced cat owner who will be understanding and help her to work on her socialization. Lola's foster mom believes that, with love and patience, Lola will be a great addition to the right home. Lola was born around July 28, 2024. She is currently being fostered in Waterbury. She is fixed, is up-to-date on shots, is microchipped and tested neg for FIV/FeLV*. All of our cats and kittens are cared for in loving foster homes. "Meet and greets" can be arranged only after an application has been submitted and approved. Applications for adoption can be found at https://www.fosterandforever.org/  Our volunteers do their best to respond within 24 - 48 hrs. April 2, 2025, 2:08 pm
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Junebug

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Naugatuck, CT
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(when grown) -
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Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Junebug is tiny and shy at first, but lovable once she gets to know you. She will jump around as she follows you around, and enjoys staying close to her people. Junebug will protect you while you are in the bathroom and help you with your computer work! Junebug was born around June 9, 2025, and is currently being fostered in Shelton. She is fixed, up-to-date on shots, and has tested negative for FIV/FeLV. All of our cats and kittens are cared for in loving foster homes. "Meet and Greets" can be arranged only after an application has been submitted and approved. Applications for adoption can be found at our website at www.fosterandforever.org. Our volunteers do their best to respond within 24-48 hours.October 1, 2025, 4:27 pm
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Ollie

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Naugatuck, CT
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(when grown) -
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House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
  Ollie is an energetic young boy with a unique spirit who dances to the beat of his own drum. He was discovered as a stray and later surrendered. Ollie loves lounging in the sun, playing with his toys, and relaxing on his hammock.  If you're interested in adopting him, you can find our online fillable adoption application by visiting https://animalsforlife.org/feline-adoption-application.  October 20, 2025, 11:29 am
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Adam

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Naugatuck, CT
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(when grown) -
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Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Adam, a 4-year-old gray and white tuxedo cat who needs a loving home. He is going through a tough time after being left behind by his owners when they moved. Adam must be the only cat in the home at this time. If you can give Adam the stable and caring environment he needs, please fill out our online adoption application at https://animalsforlife.org/feline-adoption-application. We hope you will consider helping change his life for the better. October 20, 2025, 2:27 pm
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Raven

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Naugatuck, CT
Size
(when grown) -
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
As always with litters, applications for two or more kittens will take priority. You can find our online-fillable adoption application by visiting https://animalsforlife.org/feline-adoption-application.October 20, 2025, 2:27 pm

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7.9 miles

Animals for Life, Inc.

195 Rubber Avenue, Naugatuck, CT 06770

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7.9 miles

Foster and Forever Pet Rescue

PO Box 284, Naugatuck, CT 06770

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9.5 miles

Whiskers Pet Rescue

134 MAIN ST SOUTH, Bennett Square, SOUTHBURY, CT 06488

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10.5 miles

Friends of Rescue Transport to Milford, CT

Milford, CT 06460

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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10.5 miles

WTFarm Rescue - CT

Milford, CT 06460

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals, horses

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11.1 miles

Rose Hope Animal Refuge

Rose Hope Animal Refuge C/O PETCO, 201 Union Street, Waterbury, CT 06706

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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11.2 miles

Halfway Home Rescue Inc.

PO Box 712, North Haven, CT 06473

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals, rabbits, small animals

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13.7 miles

All About The Cats Inc

1 B Greenhouse Rd, Bridgeport, CT 06606

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14.8 miles

Kitty Kat Rescue

Oakville, CT 06779

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15.6 miles

PET PROTECTORS, INC.

2490 Black Rock Turnpike, #453, Fairfield, CT 06825

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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