Domestic Shorthair kittens & cats in Essex Junction, Vermont

Lenny is the sweetest little striped, brown tiger kitty. He has a white chest, white feet and white at the tip of his tail! There is a tenderness in the expression on his face and his heart is true. Though he is a bit shy, his eyes seem to say he wants to be loved and love in return. He came into the rescue with his brother, who was recently adopted, and an adult cat, Uncle Lee, who cared for the boys when they lived outside! It was so sweet to see! Now that Lenny's brother is in his forever home (with his friend Lindsay) and Uncle Lee is in foster care, Lenny's little face seems to be saying: “Pick me. It's my turn now!” He will be patient, though, because he knows what's meant to be will be. Lenny would do best with a feline friend. If you want to meet Lenny, complete an adoption application at www.queencitycatsvt.org.

This adorable, tenderhearted guy is Virgil. He is somewhere between 6 and 7 years old, but his pleading eyes seem kittenish. In contrast, he carries himself with a peaceful resilience of an old, wise soul. His left eye was blinded because of an unfortunate event when he was very young, but he feels no pain and it doesn't affect his behavior. He would probably coexist well with respectful kids and he does great with other cats as long as the resources are plentiful and he gets his share of human affection. If you want to meet this sweet angel, complete an adoption application at queencitycatsvt.org.

Meet Forrest (aka Gerbes!) Forrest—also known as Gerbes, Gerber Baby, or Gerbie: Fully Loaded—is a 2.5-year-old tuxedo charmer with classic good looks and a heart that’s just waiting to open up. He may be a little shy at first, but don’t let that fool you—Forrest warms up quickly and turns into a total sweetheart once he feels safe. His absolute favorite things? Cheek scratches and butt scritches (yes, those are non-negotiable). With his adorable tuxedo coat and gentle, affectionate nature, Forrest is the kind of cat who will quietly steal your heart and then proudly demand pets once he’s settled in. He’d do best in a loving home that gives him a little patience at the start—and a lot of scratches thereafter. A family with older, respectable kids or an adult-only house is the best for him. If you want to meet Forrest, complete an adoption application at queencitycatvt.org

Tracey is a beauty! She can be a little skittish at first, but is such a warm and friendly girl. She loves to take naps on or next to a pair of human legs, and to sleep on the bed. She has the softest fur imaginable; feels like an ermine. She loves to play and look out the window. She has been fostered with and is bonded to Chrollo. If you want to meet Tracey, complete an adoption application at queencitycatsvt.org.

Looking for a cat with an impossible amount of toes? Meet Bigfoot. He is the truest loverboy you'll ever meet. He absolutely adores people and physical affection, especially getting bum scritches and pats once he's comfortable with you. Bigfoot is a large, hefty boy who's a bit shy at first in new surroundings, but quickly warms up to people who approach him slowly and gently. If you're interested in this big hunk of burning love, apply at queencitycatsvt.org/adopt and we'll be in touch.

Meet Sally Siren...ohh, where do we begin! She's playful and sassy and embodies the energy of a whirling dervish, when you're trying to get a good picture of her. (Sorry- we tried!) While she's the size of an older kitten, she could be a young adult in age. Sally Siren earned her second name because she alerted the whole town of her arrival on the drive home from her rescue. This shaggy, wee thing has no shortage of personality and is quite opinionated. She coexists peacefully with other cats but she's also content to have ALL of your attention....and lap. (Let's just say she has something in common with Velcro.) Sally's history with dogs and kids is unknown, but because of her adventurous former life, it's probably safe to say that not much scares her. If you want liven up your life and meet Sally Siren, complete an adoption application at queencitycatsvt.org.