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Bumblebee & Dragonfly [Bonded]

American Bobtail

Male, young

Los Angeles, CA

Color
Brown Tabby
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids
Not good with dogs
Good with cats
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Hi there! My name is Bumblebee (tabby) and my brother Dragonfly (black) were found at a TNR colony with our other siblings. We are happy in our foster home and now looking to accept applications for adoption. We would love to be adopted together as we are best friends! We are both a year old. We are both pretty rambunctious and playful. Expect lots of running around and romping with one another. We are both also pretty social and sweet. I tend to warm up pretty quickly while my brother takes a bit more time. Please note, I have a bobtail and what is similar to "scoliosis". I also have small kidneys that are not negatively impacting me at this time. Regular check ups will be necessary to catch any early issues. We are neutered, microchipped, vaccinated with our FVRCPs, fecal tested and treated, dewormed, flea treated, and snap tested for FIV/Felv (Neg). I have also had an abdominal ultrasound, xrays, and blood tests to ensure I'm in good health. You can apply directly at www.friendsforliferescuenetwork.com/adopt-la
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Bobbie and Billie bob tail

American Bobtail

Female, young

North Hollywood, CA

Color
Tortoiseshell
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids
Not good with dogs
Good with cats
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Bobbie and Billie, both females, are bonded two-year-old spayed. One is a bobtail; one has an extra-long tail. They are fearful of the dogs in their current home in Woodland Hills or may be fostered in Burbank.
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Miss

American Bobtail

Female, kitten

Los Angeles, CA

Color
Brown Tabby
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Not good with kids
Not good with dogs
Good with cats
House-trained
Story
Found her along with her other sibling Baby with no mother in sight! She is very shy but not hostile, just seems a little scared of people. She is using the litter box but I would not say she is 100% litter box trained. I wish I would be able to take care of them fully but I already have cats of my own. Please help Miss find her forever home!!
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Baby

American Bobtail

Female, kitten

Los Angeles, CA

Color
Brown Tabby
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Not good with kids
Not good with dogs
Good with cats
House-trained
Story
Found this baby and her sibling without any mother in sight! I am unable to care for them as I already have cats of my own. Baby seems to be about 4 months old and they are shy towards people but not aggressive!! In the past week, they have been using the litter box but I wouldn’t say their potty trained. Please help Baby get her forever home!!
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Stumpy

Manx Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 mos

Los Angeles, CA

Color
Orange or Red
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Not good with kids
Not good with dogs
Good with cats
Spayed or Neutered
Story
Stumpy is a very loving and animal little guys that is bonded with his little Tortie sister Boo,KRLA-A-85704, and would like to be adopted with her since they have been together since birth. He is a Manx, born with no tail, and has not medical problems from having no tail. He is a great runner and jumper and really good at kitten antics. He may be shy at first in a new home and take a few days to adjust but he is outgoing at his foster home. He loves pets and will reward you with many purrs. He will run to great you at the door and would love to sleep on your bed at night. He is used to a small friendly dog. Please contact the foster at Susanp89@att.net
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Tater

Manx

Male, adult

Northridge, CA

Color
All Black
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Not good with kids
Not good with dogs
Good with cats
House-trained
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Hello My name is Tater. I am a beautiful and stunny long haired black Manx (no tail). I am sweet as pie. I am part dog/part cat. I was born w/o tail. I have a little knub for a tail and they tell me it is genetic. I am a hooman boy. I love my foster mommy and will follow her around like a dog. I know how to follow my hooman to food and to my bedroom. I am best suited for someone who wants to stay/work from home as I have some separation anxiety when I am acclimating to a new environment. I am also have a voice on me and when I want something, I like to cry whine. I can be a talker. My foster mom thinks that I am trying to call out for my previous mommy who had to let me go. I am seeking a home that will love me for eternity as I am very sweet and clingy and I get along with other nice cats. Mean cats tend to scare me as I was previously bullied in my previous home. I currently live in a cattery w/17 cats but prefer to be the only cat and the apple of someone's eye.
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Leia

Manx

Female, 1 yr 8 mos

Bell gardens, CA

Color
Brown Tabby
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Needs special attention
Needs experienced adopter
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Luke and Leia were saved from being euthanized at the shelter due to them being manx. Luke (orange tabby) sometimes falls over, has some weakness in back legs but nothing major. He is able to stand and run. Leia has no issues. They both use the litter just fine. They are super loving and adorable. They love human interaction.
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Luke

Manx

Male, 1 yr 8 mos

Bell gardens, CA

Color
Orange or Red Tabby
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Needs special attention
Needs experienced adopter
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Luke and Leia were saved from being euthanized at the shelter due to them being manx. Luke (orange tabby) sometimes falls over, has some weakness in back legs but nothing major. He is able to stand and run. Leia has no issues. They both use the litter just fine. They are super loving and adorable. They love human interaction.
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Billy

Manx Havana Brown

Male, 2 yrs 5 mos

Long Beach, CA

Color
White
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Not good with kids
Not good with dogs
Not good with cats
Story
Billy Bembridge is a large, lovable boy who would do well in any environment. Although he is a big boy, he doesn't take up much space and is not a demanding cat, only wanting for a few pets and belly rubs. He is happiest when he gets to lay around all day at the foot of your bed, at least until it's time for dinner! He is okay with being in a multi-cat house
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Did not name them

American Bobtail

Female, kitten

Long Beach, CA

Color
White (Mostly)
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids
Not good with dogs
Good with cats
Needs experienced adopter
House-trained
Story
I have two female cats they were born around February 2025 beautiful personalities. I just need to get rid of both of them I would love to get rid of both of them because they are sisters. House trained.
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Bear and Munchkin

Manx

Male, young

Buena Park, CA

Color
Tan or Fawn (Mostly)
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids
Not good with dogs
Good with cats
House-trained
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Bear and Munchkin are two young adult male MANX cats. The two brothers are affectionate, intelligent, and communicative. I have been feeding Bear and Munchkin since they were left by their mother in the shed in my backyard. I would so love to keep them both; however, for various reasons, I am unable to do so. Their vocal expressiveness is a refreshing change. I hope to find Bear and Munchkin a safe and loving home.
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Adopting a Japanese Bobtail

Frequently asked questions about acquiring an Japanese Bobtail - the pros and cons of adopting versus going through a breeder, and associated costs.

It can cost $50 to $150 to adopt a Japanese Bobtail from a shelter or rescue organization. This adoption fee usually covers an initial exam, preventatives, vaccines, microchipping, and spay/neuter. Conversely, buying a Japanese Bobtail cat from a breeder can be prohibitively expensive and typically costs $800 to $2,500.

The easiest way to adopt a Japanese Bobtail would be through a shelter or cat-specific rescue group. A great place to start is with a breed search on Adopt a Pet, which will show you all the available Japanese Bobtails in the search radius. Since they are a rare breed, especially in the U.S., it may help to look beyond your local area.

Japanese Bobtail fun facts

Fun Facts:

Ever seen those cat figurines featured in many Japanese stores? They’re Japanese Bobtails! The figurines are considered lucky due to the Maneki Neko legend that a Japanese Bobtail saved a man’s life by beckoning him away right before lightning struck.

In the 1400s, the rodent population threatened to end Japan's powerful silk industry via the silkworm cocoons so the government decreed—all cats were to be set free to fulfill their natural mouser instincts. What a far cry from the breed’s royal beginning!

Many claim that Hello Kitty is a Japanese Bobtail, though there is some debate about this among fans.

Japanese Bobtail hero photo

Japanese Bobtail Breed Guide

Before you adopt, learn everything about Japanese Bobtail types to temperament and health issues to popular Japanese Bobtail mixes in our Breed 101 Guides.