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Domestic Shorthair kittens & cats in Guelph, Ontario

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Zelda

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 7 mos
Guelph, ON
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Hello there, my name is Zelda!I spend my days dreaming of a forever home that is as calm and zen as my sweet personality. I`m quite the cuddly companion, especially in the evenings when I`m at my snuggliest. While I`m not too keen on being picked up, I adore sitting beside you, sharing moments of quiet comfort. I can be a bit shy when we first meet or when there are loud and sudden sounds, a calm family would be the best match for me. If you`re looking for a sweet, mellow friend to share your quiet evenings with, I would be the perfect companion. MY IDEAL HOME INVOLVES...CHILDREN: I would be best suited to a mature and calm home, without young children. OTHER CATS: I might be a good match with a friendly cat after a slow and proper introduction.DOGS: I might be a good match with a cat-savvy dog after a proper introduction.SOME OTHER THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ME...FIRST TIME CAT OWNERS: Yes, but experience with shy cats would be an asset.ACTIVITY LEVEL: Low-mediumIf you think I would make a good match for your home, please click the `Adopt Me` button to apply!
We'll also keep you updated on Garamond's adoption status with email updates.
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Garamond

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 6 mos
Guelph, ON
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Hello Friends, my name is Garamond!I’m a shy brown tabby who takes my time to feel comfortable, so I’d do best in a calm, adult-only home where patience and gentle guidance are part of everyday life. New people and busy environments can make me nervous, but I respond beautifully to quiet encouragement — and treats are my absolute favorite way to build trust and confidence! Once I feel safe, I love curling up in cozy spots, enjoying soft pets, and even snuggling on a warm lap if I know you’re patient. I’m playful in small doses, curious about my surroundings, and always learning to feel braver every day. With a kind, understanding human who lets me go at my own pace, I can blossom into a loyal, affectionate companion who will bring quiet joy, gentle purrs, and a lot of heart to your home. If you’re looking for a treat-loving, cautious tabby who thrives in a calm, patient environment, I could be the perfect match.MY IDEAL HOME INVOLVES...CHILDREN: No, I would prefer a calmer home given I can still be timid and am working on my confidence.OTHER CATS: I could be a good match with a friendly cat after a slow and proper introduction.DOGS: I could be a good match with a cat-savvy dog after a proper introduction.SOME OTHER THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ME...FIRST TIME CAT OWNERS: I would do better in a home with cat experienceACTIVITY LEVEL: Medium-highIf you think I would make a good match for your home, please click the `Adopt Me` button to apply!
We'll also keep you updated on Russett's adoption status with email updates.
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Russett

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 6 mos
Guelph, ON
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Hello world, my name is Russett!Otherwise known as the wiggly-wonder of GHS - as I always seem to be on the move. Pounce on this toy, zoom after that toy! It makes it hard to get a good photo of me, but boy do I look adorable. After a long play session, there`s nothing better than snuggling up for a nap. I love making new friends, and I`m really good at making people laugh with my goofy antics. If you`re looking for a loving, playful, and slightly silly companion, I`m your kitten! My new family should know that I arrived to GHS with an injury to my hind leg that required a surgical repair. I have received so much loving care and I have recovered very well. My new family will need to help me slowly rebuild the muscles in my leg with exercise while keeping me from being too rambunctious right away - no high perches or big jumps for me just yet. Once I fully recover, I should be able to do all the normal kitten things.MY IDEAL HOME INVOLVES...CHILDREN: I could be a good match with respectful children.OTHER CATS: I could be a good match with a friendly cat after a slow and proper introduction.DOGS: I could be a good match with a cat-savvy dog after a proper introduction.SOME OTHER THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ME...FIRST TIME CAT OWNERS: YesACTIVITY LEVEL: Medium-highIf you think I would make a good match for your home, please click the `Adopt Me` button to apply!
We'll also keep you updated on Comic Sans's adoption status with email updates.
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Comic Sans

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 6 mos
Guelph, ON
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Hello everyone, my name is Comic Sans!I’m a curious kitten with a sleek midnight coat and bright eyes, and while I’m still building my confidence, I’d thrive in a home with some cat experience. New people and unfamiliar places can make me a bit nervous, so I like to hang back and observe until I feel safe. Once I settle in, my playful side really shines — I love chasing toys, exploring cozy hideaways, and, best of all, curling up in a warm lap for gentle snuggles. I absolutely adore treats, which are the quickest way to earn my trust and bring out my affectionate side. With patient humans who let me go at my own pace, I grow more confident every day and show just how sweet and loyal I can be. If you’re an experienced cat lover looking for a cautious little panther who loves lap snuggles, treats, and gentle companionship, I might be the perfect match for your homeMY IDEAL HOME INVOLVES...CHILDREN: I could be good with calm/respectful childrenOTHER CATS: I could be a good match with a friendly cat after a slow and proper introduction.DOGS: I could be a good match with a cat-savvy dog after a proper introduction.SOME OTHER THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ME...FIRST TIME CAT OWNERS: I would do better in a home with cat experienceACTIVITY LEVEL: Medium-highIf you think I would make a good match for your home, please scan the QR code to apply!
We'll also keep you updated on Chamoy's adoption status with email updates.
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Chamoy

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 mos
Guelph, ON
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Hi! I’m Chamoy!Please note: I am available for adoption viewing at one of GHS` satellite locations: PetSmart Silvercreek, located at 183 Silvercreek Pkwy North. You are very welcome to drop by during their business hours to see me play!I am a sweet and saucy little girl who loves people, playtime, and being right in the middle of the action. I’ll greet you at the door, follow you from room to room, and hop into your lap the moment you sit down. I adore chasing sparkly toys, wrestling with anything that crinkles, and investigating every box, bag, and blanket I can find. I’m cuddly, talkative, and always eager to make new friends, and I purr like a tiny engine when I’m happy—which is most of the time. If you want a social, curious, and affectionate companion who brings warmth and fun to every day, I’m the kitten for you.CHILDREN: I would be fine in a house with childrenOTHER CATS: I might be a good match with a friendly cat after a slow and proper introduction.DOGS: I might be a good match with a cat-savvy dog after a proper introduction.SOME OTHER THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ME...FIRST TIME CAT OWNERS: YesACTIVITY LEVEL: Medium-HighIf you think I would make a good match for your home, please click the `Adopt Me` button to apply
We'll also keep you updated on Franks's adoption status with email updates.
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Franks

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 mos
Guelph, ON
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Hi everyone, I’m Franks!Please note: I am available for adoption viewing at one of GHS` satellite locations: PetSmart Silvercreek, located at 183 Silvercreek Pkwy North. You are very welcome to drop by during their business hours to see me play!I am a lively little kitten with endless curiosity and the energy of a tiny tornado. I spend my days zooming across rooms, pouncing on toys, exploring every new nook I discover, and following people around just to see what they’re up to. I’m playful, fearless, and always ready to make new friends—whether they’re humans, pets, or anything that moves. When I finally slow down, I love curling up beside someone warm, purring contently as I knead my paws and drift off. If you’re looking for a social, adventurous, and affectionate buddy who brings constant joy and entertainment, I’m your perfect match.CHILDREN: I would be fine in a house with childrenOTHER CATS: I might be a good match with a friendly cat after a slow and proper introduction.DOGS: I might be a good match with a cat-savvy dog after a proper introduction.SOME OTHER THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ME...FIRST TIME CAT OWNERS: YesACTIVITY LEVEL: Medium-HighIf you think I would make a good match for your home, please click the `Adopt Me` button to apply

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 7 mos
Guelph, ON
Size
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Details
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Story
Hello there, my name is Zelda!I spend my days dreaming of a forever home that is as calm and zen as my sweet personality. I`m quite the cuddly companion, especially in the evenings when I`m at my snuggliest. While I`m not too keen on being picked up, I adore sitting beside you, sharing moments of quiet comfort. I can be a bit shy when we first meet or when there are loud and sudden sounds, a calm family would be the best match for me. If you`re looking for a sweet, mellow friend to share your quiet evenings with, I would be the perfect companion. MY IDEAL HOME INVOLVES...CHILDREN: I would be best suited to a mature and calm home, without young children. OTHER CATS: I might be a good match with a friendly cat after a slow and proper introduction.DOGS: I might be a good match with a cat-savvy dog after a proper introduction.SOME OTHER THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ME...FIRST TIME CAT OWNERS: Yes, but experience with shy cats would be an asset.ACTIVITY LEVEL: Low-mediumIf you think I would make a good match for your home, please click the `Adopt Me` button to apply!
We'll also keep you updated on Garamond's adoption status with email updates.
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Garamond

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 6 mos
Guelph, ON
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Story
Hello Friends, my name is Garamond!I’m a shy brown tabby who takes my time to feel comfortable, so I’d do best in a calm, adult-only home where patience and gentle guidance are part of everyday life. New people and busy environments can make me nervous, but I respond beautifully to quiet encouragement — and treats are my absolute favorite way to build trust and confidence! Once I feel safe, I love curling up in cozy spots, enjoying soft pets, and even snuggling on a warm lap if I know you’re patient. I’m playful in small doses, curious about my surroundings, and always learning to feel braver every day. With a kind, understanding human who lets me go at my own pace, I can blossom into a loyal, affectionate companion who will bring quiet joy, gentle purrs, and a lot of heart to your home. If you’re looking for a treat-loving, cautious tabby who thrives in a calm, patient environment, I could be the perfect match.MY IDEAL HOME INVOLVES...CHILDREN: No, I would prefer a calmer home given I can still be timid and am working on my confidence.OTHER CATS: I could be a good match with a friendly cat after a slow and proper introduction.DOGS: I could be a good match with a cat-savvy dog after a proper introduction.SOME OTHER THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ME...FIRST TIME CAT OWNERS: I would do better in a home with cat experienceACTIVITY LEVEL: Medium-highIf you think I would make a good match for your home, please click the `Adopt Me` button to apply!
We'll also keep you updated on Russett's adoption status with email updates.
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Russett

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 6 mos
Guelph, ON
Size
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Details
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Story
Hello world, my name is Russett!Otherwise known as the wiggly-wonder of GHS - as I always seem to be on the move. Pounce on this toy, zoom after that toy! It makes it hard to get a good photo of me, but boy do I look adorable. After a long play session, there`s nothing better than snuggling up for a nap. I love making new friends, and I`m really good at making people laugh with my goofy antics. If you`re looking for a loving, playful, and slightly silly companion, I`m your kitten! My new family should know that I arrived to GHS with an injury to my hind leg that required a surgical repair. I have received so much loving care and I have recovered very well. My new family will need to help me slowly rebuild the muscles in my leg with exercise while keeping me from being too rambunctious right away - no high perches or big jumps for me just yet. Once I fully recover, I should be able to do all the normal kitten things.MY IDEAL HOME INVOLVES...CHILDREN: I could be a good match with respectful children.OTHER CATS: I could be a good match with a friendly cat after a slow and proper introduction.DOGS: I could be a good match with a cat-savvy dog after a proper introduction.SOME OTHER THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ME...FIRST TIME CAT OWNERS: YesACTIVITY LEVEL: Medium-highIf you think I would make a good match for your home, please click the `Adopt Me` button to apply!
We'll also keep you updated on Comic Sans's adoption status with email updates.
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Comic Sans

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 6 mos
Guelph, ON
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Story
Hello everyone, my name is Comic Sans!I’m a curious kitten with a sleek midnight coat and bright eyes, and while I’m still building my confidence, I’d thrive in a home with some cat experience. New people and unfamiliar places can make me a bit nervous, so I like to hang back and observe until I feel safe. Once I settle in, my playful side really shines — I love chasing toys, exploring cozy hideaways, and, best of all, curling up in a warm lap for gentle snuggles. I absolutely adore treats, which are the quickest way to earn my trust and bring out my affectionate side. With patient humans who let me go at my own pace, I grow more confident every day and show just how sweet and loyal I can be. If you’re an experienced cat lover looking for a cautious little panther who loves lap snuggles, treats, and gentle companionship, I might be the perfect match for your homeMY IDEAL HOME INVOLVES...CHILDREN: I could be good with calm/respectful childrenOTHER CATS: I could be a good match with a friendly cat after a slow and proper introduction.DOGS: I could be a good match with a cat-savvy dog after a proper introduction.SOME OTHER THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ME...FIRST TIME CAT OWNERS: I would do better in a home with cat experienceACTIVITY LEVEL: Medium-highIf you think I would make a good match for your home, please scan the QR code to apply!
We'll also keep you updated on Chamoy's adoption status with email updates.
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Chamoy

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 mos
Guelph, ON
Size
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Story
Hi! I’m Chamoy!Please note: I am available for adoption viewing at one of GHS` satellite locations: PetSmart Silvercreek, located at 183 Silvercreek Pkwy North. You are very welcome to drop by during their business hours to see me play!I am a sweet and saucy little girl who loves people, playtime, and being right in the middle of the action. I’ll greet you at the door, follow you from room to room, and hop into your lap the moment you sit down. I adore chasing sparkly toys, wrestling with anything that crinkles, and investigating every box, bag, and blanket I can find. I’m cuddly, talkative, and always eager to make new friends, and I purr like a tiny engine when I’m happy—which is most of the time. If you want a social, curious, and affectionate companion who brings warmth and fun to every day, I’m the kitten for you.CHILDREN: I would be fine in a house with childrenOTHER CATS: I might be a good match with a friendly cat after a slow and proper introduction.DOGS: I might be a good match with a cat-savvy dog after a proper introduction.SOME OTHER THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ME...FIRST TIME CAT OWNERS: YesACTIVITY LEVEL: Medium-HighIf you think I would make a good match for your home, please click the `Adopt Me` button to apply
We'll also keep you updated on Franks's adoption status with email updates.
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Franks

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 mos
Guelph, ON
Size
(when grown) -
Details
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Story
Hi everyone, I’m Franks!Please note: I am available for adoption viewing at one of GHS` satellite locations: PetSmart Silvercreek, located at 183 Silvercreek Pkwy North. You are very welcome to drop by during their business hours to see me play!I am a lively little kitten with endless curiosity and the energy of a tiny tornado. I spend my days zooming across rooms, pouncing on toys, exploring every new nook I discover, and following people around just to see what they’re up to. I’m playful, fearless, and always ready to make new friends—whether they’re humans, pets, or anything that moves. When I finally slow down, I love curling up beside someone warm, purring contently as I knead my paws and drift off. If you’re looking for a social, adventurous, and affectionate buddy who brings constant joy and entertainment, I’m your perfect match.CHILDREN: I would be fine in a house with childrenOTHER CATS: I might be a good match with a friendly cat after a slow and proper introduction.DOGS: I might be a good match with a cat-savvy dog after a proper introduction.SOME OTHER THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ME...FIRST TIME CAT OWNERS: YesACTIVITY LEVEL: Medium-HighIf you think I would make a good match for your home, please click the `Adopt Me` button to apply

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Guelph Humane Society

190 Hanlon Creek Blvd, Guelph, ON N1C 0A1

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9.8 miles

Dorset Rescue Kittens

Puslinch, ON N0B 2J0

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12.8 miles

Kitchener Waterloo Humane Society

250 Riverbend Drive, Kitchener, ON N2B 2E9

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13.4 miles

Halfway Home K9 Rescue - Cambridge

Cambridge, ON N1R 6Z5

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18 miles

Upper Credit Humane Society

5383 Trafalgar Rd N, Erin, ON N0B 1T0

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25.5 miles

Ninth Life Cat Rescue of Ontario

2525 Prince Michael Drive, P.O. Box 40056, Oakville, ON L6H 0E0

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25.5 miles

New Collar Collective

Oakville, ON L6H 3L1

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26.2 miles

The Pride Rescue

Hamilton, ON L8R 1J5

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26.4 miles

Brantford North End Cat Rescue

Brantford, ON N3P 1T2

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26.7 miles

Ontario SPCA Orangeville & District Animal Centre

650 Riddell Road, Orangeville, ON L9W 5G5

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