Domestic Shorthair kittens & cats in Culpeper, Virginia

UPDATE: 3.3.24 Fisher was a bit of a loner who now has been seeking out more affection. He will greet you at the door. Fisher was once bonded with 2 friends, but isn't anymore and can be adopted by himself. He is a sweetheart that at times struggles with self-esteem. He has been waiting on his forever home since he was an 8 week old kitten, found dumped in a trash heap with his siblings (all adopted now) at a county dump. Please help him find a home. BFFs Fisher, Gar"Bonzo," & Watson - A Tale of 3 FriendsEvery week we get many requests for Fisher, an orange tabby that came to us with his 5 siblings last summer. Fisher and his family were dumped at the dump and ended up at a high kill shelter – a double whammy. Forgotten Felines pulled Fisher and his siblings and all were adopted, except Fisher. “So…if you are getting a lot of calls for Fisher, what’s the problem?” you ask. Well…Fisher has always been a bit of a loner and always sat apart from his siblings. He never wanted to play with them, he seemed to be a thinker type kinda guy, quiet. He never seemed to have any self esteem or real identity.Last summer we got in an entire family of orange cats that set up “house” in an office parking lot, right on the side of I-29 – remember? Gar”Bonzo” was the dad of that litter. Bonzo is a large orange tabby with white paws with an easy-going personality, though he didn’t come to us that way, he is TOTALLY a smooshie-guy now.Bonzo took an interest in Fisher and cleaned him, slept with him, and even played with toys with him. Keep in mind, Bonzo never even knew what a toy was…but he did this for Fisher. He seemed to know what Fisher needed and saw the emptiness in him…and filled it. Bonzo let Fisher know that he was okay and everything was okay. He mentored him in a way. This big ol’ cat from the streets took Fisher under his wing and became a big part of Fisher’s life. “Okay then, so adopt them together.”Last summer I received a call from the high kill shelter to pull some cats bc they would be euthanized. We took in the cats and when I asked if there were any more that needed out, the reply was, “We have one, but he will be put down bc he is feral.” I said I would take him. (Lots of times cats are not feral, just terrified from being in a big, loud, scary shelter, wondering what their fate will be.) I was told, “No, you don’t want him. He really is feral. We will put him down.” “No I want him.” I replied. Thinking, even a barn home is better than death.Watson came to us the following day, a day before he was slated for death. This big gray and white guy just stayed in his carrier in the crate and I barely saw him for the first month he was with us. He came out of his carrier at night to eat and that was about it. Sometimes when I would come into the room late at night, I would see him lounging on top of his carrier and he would quickly run inside again, escaping interaction with me. I never heard a growl or a hiss, ever. Hmmm…I thought, feral, huh?After Watson settled in, he was fully vetted and the door was opened on his crate. He could now come out and meet everyone he had been looking at for awhile, or stay in his crate if he chose. The decision was his. He came out and within a week or so, became best buds with Bonzo – after all, they had a lot in common. These are 2 guys that most would’ve given up on and dismissed as unfriendly cats, without taking the time to get to know them. Soon, Watson began cleaning and grooming little Fisher, too, eating with him, sleeping with him, and bonding with him.Now the world seemed to shine down on these three friends and all was happy and good, but they still need to complete their story. This is where you come in.These 3 friends are not traditional lap cats. Bonzo and Watson can be pet but do not like to be picked up – that’s okay. They often look out the French doors from the playroom and let me know when I am late to give them their canned food breakfast. They rub up against my legs when I come into the room. They can be pet and love affection. They are sweet cats who deserved to live. Once in a quiet home, they will most-likely bloom with a person they can trust.We are introducing these 3 guys, who have been through so much, to be part of a family. A family that is loving and understanding and patient and lets them adapt into their new home with love and patience. And so….I introduce to you….Gar”Bonzo” and Watson and Fisher. Three friends together. All fully vetted and microchipped, looking to add another chapter to their success story. (A deep discount will apply when adopting.)Please share with friends and family! GoodMews22@aol.comApril 28, 2024, 3:51 pm

Meet Darla Mae! Darla is a beautiful blue (light gray) tabby about a year to 2 years old. She had a rough start to life. Darla and her 2 kittens, Carla and Marla were found in early December living in a sewer on a busy Culpeper street. Because of all she has been through, Darla is very shy. She is beginning to come out  of her shell and can be pet at times, however is not a big fan of being pet curretly.  She seems to really like men, and for some reason and is more affectionate with men.Darla will need a quiet, low activity home with kids 12 years old or older or no children at all. She has been dewormed, spayed, had an FVRCP vaccine, a rabies vaccine, and is microchipped with a lifetime registration, meaning you will not have to pay every year to reregister. Please email us at GoodMews22@aol.com.April 28, 2024, 3:51 pm

Meet Hickory, a handsome white and gray, short-haired 2 year old. He came to us with his mom, Constance and brother, Hunter on the Freedom Ride  year ago Thanksgiving from a high-kill shelter when their time had run out. The kill shelter we usually pull from actually told us about this little family that was in a neighboring kill shelter because they were so sweet and gentle and they were worried they would not make it out.Hickory is a sweet cat. He is fairly quiet and low-profile at first, but he is playful and loving and comes to you for affection.. He enjoys eating (what guy doesn't!) and playing with toys and loves doing Zoomies around the house. He can be held and pet and enjoys affection. He is shy at first but warms up within a day or two.Hickory is neutered, received 2 - 3 FVRCP vaccines, a rabies vaccine, and is microchipped with a lifetime registration - you won't need to pay to renew every year. He is ready to come home now to an approved home. Please contact us for an application at GoodMews22@aol.com or call 540.717.4420. April 28, 2024, 3:51 pm

Meet Eliza! Eliza is a beautiful and unique Abbitab - a mix of Abyssinian ticking with a tabby tail - with colors of brown, oranges, and black. She was found last February as a young kitten in town, living with her brother, Toby under a shed. She and Toby are bonded and they must be adopted together. Adopt one, get one free.Eliza is very curious and likes to come into the room to see what you are doing and rub up against you. She likes to be pet, but is not yet fond of being picked up. She is just deciding that she likes and can trust people. Brother Toby likes to watch from the sidelines, occasionally allowing to be pet. Toby loves a nice sunny spot on a climber to lounge and look out the window. They have been through a lot together and will need a patient, quiet, low activity home where they can bloom.Both Eliza and Toby are spayed and neutered, have received 2 FVRCP vaccines, a rabies vaccine, tested negative for FIV and feline leukemia, and are microchipped with a lifetime registration. Interested? Questions? Please email us at GoodMews22@aol.com or call 540.717.4420.April 28, 2024, 3:51 pm

Meet Toby! Toby is a handsome orange tabby. He was found last February as a young kitten in town, living with his sister, Eliza under a shed. He and Eliza are bonded and they must be adopted together. Adopt one, get one free.Toby likes to watch from the sidelines, occasionally allowing to be pet. Toby loves a nice sunny spot on a climber to lounge and look out the window. Eliza is very curious and likes to come into the room to see what you are doing and rub up against you. She likes to be pet, but is not yet fond of being picked up. She is just deciding that she likes and can trust people. Brother  They have been through a lot together and will need a patient, quiet, low activity home where they can bloom.Both Eliza and Toby are spayed and neutered, have recieved 2 FVRCP vaccines, a rabies vaccine, tested negative for FIV and feline leukemia, and are microchipped with a lifetime registration. Interested? Questions? Please email us at GoodMews22@aol.com or call 540.717.4420.April 28, 2024, 3:51 pm

Meet Jojo! Jojo is a handsome gray and white cat about 2 - 3 years old. He has had a long road but is finally ready for his family! Jojo came to us last August 2022 from a high-kill shelter with a few other cats that he lived with. He was very shy and spent a good deal of time in his foster home hiding under the bed. We don't know much about his past, but It took a good bit of socializing for him to understand that people are kind and good.Jojo loves other cats and is a positive kind of guy - always wanting to give head butts and be pet. He is a lovebug once he gets to know you. He will greet you at the door when you come home and rub up against you for a hug. Jojo was also found to have a heart murmur, there is a discount in his adoption fee.Jojo needs a quiet, low activity home. He is neutered, has his FVRCP and rabies vaccines, tested negative for FIV and Feline Leukemia, and is microchipped with a lifetime registration. There is a discount on his adoption fee. Interested in loving this sweet boy? Please contact us at GoodMews22@aol.com or call 540.717.4420. He is waiting for you.April 28, 2024, 3:51 pm

Tori came to us along with Tyson At 5 years of age these sweet but shy cats had their world flipped upside down. Their owner was no longer able to care for them and there was no family that could give these two a home they were brought to us. Tori and Tyson are both a tad overweight which led to an inability to groom themselves. They came with the fur on their backs matted and in need of a diet! Tori is a gorgeous BIG at around 12lbs and for her to live her best life she needs to lose some of the weight. We would love to see these two stay together but also understand that they may have to be adopted separately. Tori has been Spayed, Microchipped, current on Vaccines, been given dewormer, Flea/Tick preventative and tested for FLV/FIV (negative). To Apply for Adoption/Foster please copy and paste the following link: https://orangecountyva.gov/158/Animal-Shelter

For The Cats' Sake This beautiful sweetheart has been with us for the majority of her 6 years. That long?!?! Seriously. How is this striking lady still waiting for her people/person??? She was originally very shy but has become quite friendly when approached calmly. When you come to her, she really enjoys getting head rubs and being pet but she doesn’t often seek out attention. She enjoys the indoors but also loves soaking up fresh air on the catio. Come meet this friendly introvert at her Flint Hill foster home and see if this green-eyed beauty is the one for you. ADOPT “MISTY BLU”: https://jotform.com/81848821130152   We do not have a fixed adoption fee at For The Cats’ Sake, but instead ask for a tax-deductible donation to our group. On average, we spend at least $125 to cover foster care, testing for FeLV and FIV, vaccinations, flea treatment, deworming and any vet care/medicine that is needed. We ask that you cover as much of the $125 as you can afford, and set a minimum donation at $50. Our goal is to find the best home for each animal, and we feel this policy makes it possible for more people to adopt one or more cats. It is important to us that every adopter can afford to care for their pets properly and give them a home for life.   TNR and a whole lot more... April 28, 2024, 4:36 pm

For The Cats' Sake Meet SAPPHIRE!  Sapphire is a gorgeous and playful young lady that would make an excellent mouser.  She loves playing with other cats and with people but does not enjoy being pet or handled.  She came to us as a TNR kitten (trap, neuter, and return) but was just too pretty to return .  Sapphire would like some outdoor time as she loves spending time on the catio.   Won’t you come meet this slender beauty in her Flint Hill foster home?   ADOPT “SAPPHIRE” NOW:    https://jotform.com/81848821130152 We do not have a fixed adoption fee at For The Cats' Sake, but instead ask for a tax-deductible donation to our group. On average, we spend at least $125 to cover foster care, testing for FeLV and FIV, vaccinations, flea treatment, deworming and any vet care/medicine that is needed. We ask that you cover as much of the $125 as you can afford, and set a minimum donation at $50. Our goal is to find the best home for each animal, and we feel this policy makes it possible for more people to adopt one or more cats. It is important to us that every adopter can afford to care for their pets properly and give them a home for life. TNR and a whole lot more... April 28, 2024, 4:36 pm

For The Cats' Sake Meet ATHENA!  Athena is a gorgeous and playful young lady (1-year-old) that would make an excellent mouser.  She loves playing with other cats and with people but does not enjoy being pet or handled.  She was found with her family living under a shed in Front Royal with her family.  Due to the challenges and dangers she faced from her outdoor life, she unfortunately acquired Feline Immunodefficiency Virus (FIV). Even though she is FIV+, she is still healthy and would love nothing more than to find a caring forever home. Athena would like some outdoor time as she loves spending time on the catio.   Won’t you come meet this slender beauty in her Flint Hill foster home?  For more information on owning a FIV+ cat, check out this website as a resource: https://www.marvistavet.com/owning-a-feline-immunodeficiency-virus-positive-fiv-cat.pml?fbclid=IwAR0ZofNLyIxTncvB8gPeBm0oyGqJdtkfUo0ze1EFMIIy7uWy6E8-Go4V_3Y ADOPT “ATHENA” NOW:    https://jotform.com/81848821130152     We do not have a fixed adoption fee at For The Cats' Sake, but instead ask for a tax-deductible donation to our group. On average, we spend at least $125 to cover foster care, testing for FeLV and FIV, vaccinations, flea treatment, deworming and any vet care/medicine that is needed. We ask that you cover as much of the $125 as you can afford, and set a minimum donation at $50. Our goal is to find the best home for each animal, and we feel this policy makes it possible for more people to adopt one or more cats. It is important to us that every adopter can afford to care for their pets properly and give them a home for life. TNR and a whole lot more... April 28, 2024, 4:36 pm

For The Cats' Sake NIBBLER is a happy and friendly prankster who is always seeing which human he can get to rub his belly, rub his back, or for him to nibble on. He loves us humans so much he could just eat us up! Being one of the last cats we rescued from a residential colony whose caregiver passed away, NIBBLER would come running when our cars pulled up to feed him. He weathered life in rough circumstances with little shelter or food, so he truly appreciates his new life. He is friendly to the other cats and happy to be inside, or inside/outside cat. No barns though for this guy, he's done his outside only time! ADOPT “NIBBLER” NOW:    https://jotform.com/81848821130152 We do not have a fixed adoption fee at For The Cats’ Sake, but instead ask for a tax-deductible donation to our group. On average, we spend at least $125 to cover foster care, testing for FeLV and FIV, vaccinations, flea treatment, deworming and any vet care/medicine that is needed. We ask that you cover as much of the $125 as you can afford, and set a minimum donation at $50. Our goal is to find the best home for each animal, and we feel this policy makes it possible for more people to adopt one or more cats. It is important to us that every adopter can afford to care for their pets properly and give them a home for life. TNR and a whole lot more... April 28, 2024, 4:36 pm

For The Cats' Sake Meet SMOKEY!  She is a very special cat that came to us as a pregnant mama in a TNR (Trap, Neuter and Return).  She was rather feral towards people (out of fear) but was an incredibly loving mother to her own kittens (who were all adopted into their forever homes).  In fact, she was such a stellar mother, she accepted and raised several orphaned kittens with as much loving care as she did her own.  SMOKEY has come so far with her human socialization!  She may start out shy but really enjoys being pet and loved on once she is comfortable with you.  She has not lost her tenderness with other felines and is a favorite with the kittens.  She would likely do best in a low to medium energy household where she could lounge and play indoors with a feline friend.  If you are interested in meeting/adopting this loving lady, please complete the following form:  TO ADOPT “SMOKEY”:    https://jotform.com/81848821130152 We do not have a fixed adoption fee at For The Cats' Sake, but instead ask for a tax-deductible donation to our group. On average, we spend at least $125 to cover foster care, testing for FeLV and FIV, vaccinations, flea treatment, deworming and any vet care/medicine that is needed. We ask that you cover as much of the $125 as you can afford, and set a minimum donation at $50. Our goal is to find the best home for each animal, and we feel this policy makes it possible for more people to adopt one or more cats. It is important to us that every adopter can afford to care for their pets properly and give them a home for life. TNR and a whole lot more... April 28, 2024, 4:36 pm

Meet Amelia! Amelia is a beautiful, petite, Abyssinian cat, about 2-3 years old. She was found living under someone's porch with her 5 kittens.Amelia came into care last May. She is a "Violet," meaning she is very shy and not your typical house cat. She is great in the litterbox but is not a fan (yet) of being pet, although she has allowed her foster mom to give her medicine orally and vaccinate her with no problems. She just needs time to trust people.Amelia will need a patient person who is able to meet her on her own terms. Someone who will let Amelia just "be" - to be in her new home and explore, and when she is comfortable, to come to her new person to be pet. Amelia 's kitten, Anastasia, and Amelia would be a good pairing if you wanted someone to help Amelia socially. Anastasia is also posted and is a mommy's girl.Amelia will need a quiet, low activity home with no children under the age of 13 years old.Because she is a Violet, her adoption fee is greatly reduced pending an approved application. She is dewormed, spayed, received her rabies vaccine, an FVRCP vaccine, tested negative on a combo test, and is microchipped with a lifetime registration. Interested in giving this sweetheart a home for the holidays? Please let us know. GoodMews22@aol.comApril 28, 2024, 3:51 pm

Meet Bailey! Bailey is a petite  Absynnian mix with the greenest of green eyes.. She and her 4 kittens (Mojito, Margarita, Daquiri, and Martini) came to us from a GoodSamaritan who rescues. They were found as strays, all together,Bailey was a fabulous mom with strong morals who kept a tight rein on her kittens. She could often be seen picking up her kittens, stopping them from eating Kitten Chow , and bringing them back to the blanket to nurse. Now that her kitten duties are over, she is ready to find her own home. Bailey is quiet and unassuming, loving, but yet independent, and will often sleep at your feet. She enjoys a sunny window and canned food and gets along well with other cats.Bailey has a tlit head from a previous inner ear infection; however, she requires no extra attention. She just walks with her head tilted to one side. Bailey is in love! Bailey is in a torrid love affair and bonded with another foster cat, Dino. They can constantly be seen together snuggling, grooming each other, and sleeping together. They will need to be adopted together. We have an adoption special for bonded pairs currently!Bailey will be spayed soon, has her FVRCP and will have her rabies vaccine, will be combo tested negative, and is microchipped with a lifetime registration. No need to pay every year - it's done! Please let us know if you would like a little Bailey with your coffee. GoodMews22@aol.com April 28, 2024, 3:51 pm