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Domestic Shorthair kittens & cats in Ocean Springs, Mississippi

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These Domestic Shorthairs are available in Ocean Springs, Mississippi.
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Loki

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Vancleave, MS
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(when grown) -
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Loki is approximately 5 years old. He was a rescue cat. Super loving and wants a good cuddle but also very independent. Is social with other cats and dogs, just needs an adjustment period. Eats purina urinalysis tract cat food. Lives strictly outdoors due to marking his territory. Loves to catch mice, rats, frogs, birds, etc. He would make a great barn cat for someone who needs to be rid of rodents in their yard. Needs a loving home where he can roam free but know he is taken care of and loved.
We'll also keep you updated on Maya's adoption status with email updates.
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Maya

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 11 mos
Ocean Springs, MS
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(when grown) -
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Maya, a beautiful black cat with a heart as deep as her glossy coat. Maya is a bit of a wallflower, preferring to observe the world from a safe distance. She's a little shy, but don't let that fool you. Behind those bright, curious eyes is a world of untapped affection and fun waiting to be shared. Maya's past was a little rough, as she was born and raised in a semi-feral colony. But feral life was not destined to be her future because this sweet girl wanted to be rescued. And while she walked away from the feral life, it's clear she's still struggles learning to fully trust people. She might not be the first to greet you at the door, but give her time and patience, and she'll slowly come out of her shell. She's a cat who needs a gentle touch, a soft voice, and tasty treats to reassure her that the world isn't as scary as it seems. Maya is looking for a forever home where she can feel safe and loved. She might take a little longer to warm up, but once she does, she'll reward you with a lifetime of loyalty and love. She adores being brushed and loves gentle pets and scratches, and she's particularly fond of treats and catnip. There are still a few things in life that make her nervous and afraid, but time and patience are helping her become more confident and trusting. Maya is more than just your average cat; she's a companion waiting to share her heart and life with someone who understands her. So, if you have a quiet home and a patient heart, Maya might just be the perfect addition to your family. She's a testament to the fact that trust takes time, but the reward is worth every moment. If interested in meeting precious Maya, please submit an application here: https://fjcasp.wufoo.com/forms/adoption-application/
We'll also keep you updated on Rusty AKA Rustoleum!'s adoption status with email updates.
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Rusty AKA Rustoleum!

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 yrs 11 mos
Ocean Springs, MS
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Rusty - AKA Rustoleum Meet Rusty (short for Rustoleum!) — The Orangiest Orange Cat on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, and Quite Possibly the CEO of Mischief! Rusty is a 4-year-old orange-and-white tabby who’s basically the feline version of a sassy boss. Don’t let the “one brain cell” stereotype fool you—this guy is sharp as a tack. He figured out the litter robot faster than most humans figure out their smartphones, and he’s got a clear agenda: get all the attention and never leave your cup unattended. Speaking of cups, Rusty is a certified drink thief. Water? Ice water? Wine? If it’s yours and it’s unattended, it’s his now—bonus points if he can knock it over afterward, just to make sure you know who’s really in charge. When he’s not orchestrating beverage heists, he’s demanding cuddles like a polite dictator, complete with a gentle nip if you dare to ignore his love requests. His purr is so loud, it could probably power a small city. Rusty loves hanging out on the arm of the couch, splooted out like a furry little loaf, watching the world go by through his favorite window like the orange king he is. He gets along well with submissive cats who he can push around, but also snuggle with, and even chill, cat-friendly dogs, though when it comes to playtime, it’s strictly feline-only. His favorite game? Tag. And yes, he’s always “it.” If you think vet visits are a nightmare, think again. Rusty treats the vet like a celebrity meet-and-greet and is absolutely fascinated by the stethoscope. Who knew a cat could have such a thing for medical gadgets? But don’t let his charm fool you completely—Rusty has his grumpy orange tabby moments. He’ll swat you (gently, but firmly) to say either “Love me now!” or “Back off, human!” So, a home with older kids who understand cat boundaries is ideal. And here’s the kicker—Rusty will meet you at the door every day like a furry little bouncer, making sure you know you’re his favorite human (don’t let it go to your head). If you’re ready for a smart, sassy, lovable, and occasionally mischievous orange whirlwind who’ll keep life interesting (and your drinks on edge), Rusty’s your guy! If interested in meeting Rusty, please submit an application here: https://fjcasp.wufoo.com/forms/adoption-application/
We'll also keep you updated on Hades's adoption status with email updates.
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Hades

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 10 mos
Ocean Springs, MS
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(when grown) -
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Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hades, named for the Greek God of the Underworld, is stern, serious and dedicated to his human companion. He appears disciplined and dominant with play; Hades is not afraid of anything. He is a strong and independent kitty. Hades has a healthy attitude and when he finds something fun, Hades cannot contain himself and will ambush it! He navigates through adventures and shimmies to the top of a cat platform. Hades gets mental enrichment and exercise playing with his favorite toy -- cat toy balls. He spends part of the day laying on a window bench watching the squirrels and birds. Hades has a soft spot for your attention and will join you in the bed at night. His ideal home is with an individual, couple or family. Hades frolics with his littermate Athena and romps around with other cats. If no other cats are in the home, consider adopting Hades along with Athena. Hades is a silver tiger tabby with white mittens and a white locket. He flashes big gold eyes! As of November 2025, he is 8 months old. Hades' adoption fee is $80. If interested in meeting Hades, please submit an application here: https://fjcasp.wufoo.com/forms/adoption-application
We'll also keep you updated on Daphne's adoption status with email updates.
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Daphne

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 8 mos
Ocean Springs, MS
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Daphne! Daphne is sweet and very petite tuxedo kitten with a gentle soul, a loving heart, and a playful spirit. Born and raised in a barn with her two siblings until she was 3 months old, she’s now getting a fresh start in foster care—and she’s adjusting to indoor life beautifully! Though she can be a little shy at first, Daphne is making amazing progress. With a bit of patience and a lot of love, she quickly shows her affectionate side—and once she feels safe, she becomes quite loving. For the most part, she’s a gentle quiet girl who just needs the right environment to fully blossom. She’s also discovering how much fun kitten life can be! Daphne absolutely adores catnip and goes wild chasing the end of a feather wand toy. She is also a very big fan of Churu squeezable treats! Her playful side is shining brighter every day, and she’s sure to keep you entertained with her kitten antics. Daphne currently lives with other cats ranging from kittens to seniors, and she gets along wonderfully with everyone. She is also great with friendly dogs, and seems to be pretty easy going. She’d thrive in a calm home where she can continue building confidence at her own pace. Older, respectful children who understand her gentle nature and who can respect her needs would be a great fit to help her feel safe and loved. She will need patience and understanding from her family as she transitions into her new home. If you’re looking for a gentle, sweet, playful kitten with tons of potential, and you have the time to invest a little love... then Daphne just might be your perfect match. If interested in meeting Daphne, please submit an application here: https://fjcasp.wufoo.com/forms/adoption-application
We'll also keep you updated on Deveraux's adoption status with email updates.
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Deveraux

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 8 mos
Ocean Springs, MS
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Deveraux! Deveraux is a stunningly handsome and sweet tuxedo kitty boy, who was born and raised in a barn until he was 3 months old. But thanks to being rescued, he’s now getting a fresh start in foster care and has adjusted to the house cat life remarkably well! Out of his siblings, Deveraux is the thinker of the bunch. We don’t quite know how to explain it, but he thinks just like a human—curious, always seeking answers, and needing to investigate before jumping into anything new. He is loving and playful once he gets used to his new surroundings. He adores feather wands, laser lights, cardboard boxes, and tunnels. He loves a good zoomie and can often be found rough housing with his foster siblings, hanging out with the other kitty boys, or racing down the hallway like it's Talladega Speedway. Deveraux is very sweet and loving, but still has moments where he is timid and a bit unsure, so he will still need a bit of loving support as he transitions into his new home. He is currently being raised in a home with cats of all ages—from kittens to seniors—and gets along well with everyone. He has also made friends with the resident dogs and is doing great! Deveraux would do best in a patient home with a family that can continue to help him grow in confidence. He should be fine with older kids who understand that the “inside world” is a whole new ballgame for him. He needs gentle reassurance, lots of toys, lots of love, and of course—lots of tasty treats! His absolute favorite is a Churu—a lickable cat treat! Oh, and he absolutely adores being brushed! If you’re looking for a sweet, curious, and playful tuxedo kitten who’s ready to blossom with the right family, Deveraux might just be your perfect match! If interested in meeting Deveraux, please submit an application here: https://fjcasp.wufoo.com/forms/adoption-application

Or, how about these Domestic Shorthairs in cities near Ocean Springs, Mississippi

These Domestic Shorthairs are available for adoption close to Ocean Springs, Mississippi.
We'll also keep you updated on Slink's adoption status with email updates.
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Slink

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo
Gautier, MS
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Story
By adopting me today you will save the life of two pets -- you'll save me and that will make room for the Shelter to rescue and save another pet.
We'll also keep you updated on Ardie's adoption status with email updates.
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Ardie

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 7 yrs 3 mos
Gautier, MS
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(when grown) -
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Spayed or Neutered,
Story
By adopting me today you will save the life of two pets -- you'll save me and that will make room for the Shelter to rescue and save another pet.
We'll also keep you updated on Milly's adoption status with email updates.
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Milly

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs
Gautier, MS
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(when grown) -
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Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
By adopting me today you will save the life of two pets -- you'll save me and that will make room for the Shelter to rescue and save another pet.
We'll also keep you updated on Brashen's adoption status with email updates.
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Brashen

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr 1 mo
Gautier, MS
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By adopting me today you will save the life of two pets -- you'll save me and that will make room for the Shelter to rescue and save another pet.
We'll also keep you updated on Manny's adoption status with email updates.
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Manny

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 5 mos
Gautier, MS
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-
Story
By adopting me today you will save the life of two pets -- you'll save me and that will make room for the Shelter to rescue and save another pet.
We'll also keep you updated on Raymond's adoption status with email updates.
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Raymond

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs
Gautier, MS
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By adopting me today you will save the life of two pets -- you'll save me and that will make room for the Shelter to rescue and save another pet.

These cats are in Ocean Springs, Mississippi too!

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

American Shorthair

Male, 7 yrs 2 mos
Ocean Springs, MS
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Good with kids, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Wesley has a mild temperament free of extreme personality traits. He is not overly affectionate nor terribly skittish. Wesley exudes an air of intelligent laid-back mystique. He gets a kick out of playing in cardboard boxes and gets a charge out of chasing leaves. Wesley rolls over to be petted, does not mind being picked up and held as long as you have the muscles to hold this big boy! He tolerates combing and nail trims pretty well! Wesley gets vocal when in a pet carrier. He is reserved and bashful in a new environment. Wesley gets anxious when taken away from his comfort zone. Wesley's ideal home is with an individual, couple or family. He should do okay as an inside/outside kitty. Wesley is a 7-year-old American Shorthair with a black coat. He is large, weighing in at 14 pounds! To submit Wesley's adoption application, copy and paste the link: Adoption Application for Feral Feline Coalition
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Wesley

American Shorthair

Male, 7 yrs 11 mos
Ocean Springs, MS
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Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Wesley has a mild temperament free of extreme personality traits. He is not overly affectionate nor terribly skittish. Wesley exudes an air of intelligent laid-back mystique. He gets a kick out of playing in cardboard boxes and gets a charge out of chasing leaves. Wesley rolls over to be petted, does not mind being picked up and held as long as you have the muscles to hold this big boy! He tolerates combing and nail trims pretty well! Wesley gets vocal when in a pet carrier. He is reserved and bashful in a new environment. Wesley's ideal home is with an individual, couple or family. It is unknown how he will interact with other cats and dogs. Wesley is a 7-year-old American Shorthair with a black coat. He is large, weighing in at 14 pounds! Friends of Jackson County Animal Shelter Pets (FJCASP) is a foster-based rescue for dogs and cats. All pets are in a home environment cared for by a foster person who provides temporary care until the pet can be placed in a permanent home. Friends of Jackson County is an all-volunteer, nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. If interested in meeting this kitty, you can find an online adoption application at https://fjcasp.wufoo.com/forms/adoption-application/ adoption fees cover spay/neuter, vaccinations, wormers and preventatives. You can help save a life by fostering a cat for FJCASP. If interested in fostering you can find an online foster application at https://fjcasp.wufoo.com/forms/foster-application If you would like to donate to help us help the foster parents with food, medications and preventatives you can paypal us, cash app. us, or venmo us at https://fjcasp.com/donate/ You can also donate supplies at the LaundroMutt in Ocean Springs! FJCASP is a 501(c)3, nonprofit and all of your donations are tax deductible!!
We'll also keep you updated on Blossom's adoption status with email updates.
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Blossom

American Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs
Ocean Springs, MS
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(when grown) -
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Good with kids, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Blossom is friendly, intelligent and has a sociable nature. She will engage with her human companion expressing affection by rubbing up against your legs and communicating with "meows!" In the beginning Blossom will be shy around new people and easily frightened of strange noises in her new environment but should overcome the timidness quickly with petting and handling her in a tender manner. Blossom is okay with being held in your arms and will rest on your lap for a short period of time. She takes to scratching away on a cat scratching post. Blossom's ideal home is with an individual, couple or family; she is accustomed to being around children. Blossom should do well with another cat; she showed sweet motherly tenderness to her kittens. Blossom is not enthusiastic about dogs; it may take a slow and proper introduction to accept a canine. She is a 2-year-old American Shorthair that bloomed into a silver tiger tabby pattern, a round face, stocky body and thick coat. Blossom will keep flowering if you love her! Her adoption fee is $70. To submit Blossom's adoption application, copy and paste the link: Adoption Application for Feral Feline Coalition

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10.9 miles

Jackson County Animal Shelter

4400 Audubon Lane, Gautier, MS 39553

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

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Rescue

14.5 miles

Friends of Jackson County Animal Shelter

Ocean Springs, MS 39564

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

14.5 miles

Feral Feline Coalition

Most Saturdays Ocean Springs Fresh Market, (booth), Ocean Springs, MS 39564

Pet Types: cats

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Shelter

16 miles

Humane Society of South Mississippi

2615 25th Ave, Gulfport, MS 39501

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

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Rescue

20.9 miles

For Pet's Sake Rescue - MS

Long Beach, MS 39560

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

30.1 miles

Wags and Whiskers

Grand Bay, AL 36541

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Shelter

35.3 miles

Stone County SPCA

Wiggins, MS 39577

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Shelter

37.4 miles

Hancock County Animal Shelter

7175 Texas Flat Rd, Kiln, MS 39556

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

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Rescue

40.4 miles

Adopt-a-Kitty.org

Mobile, AL 36619

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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42.5 miles

Save a Stray

Mobile, AL 36608

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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