Maine Coon kittens & cats in Tustin, California

In Waiting, Just For You!Animal lovers can’t imagine abandoning or neglecting a pet, but it happens all the time. Thanks to a neighbor that shared Nefertiti’s abandonment story she was trapped and rescued from the neighborhood after 9 months living on the street.   According to the neighbor, Nefertiti was loved and had a stable home until her life changed when her owner passed away. The daughter neglected to take Nefertiti and left her to fend for herself. Nefertiti has a Siamese Maine Coon-Look. Here is some information about the breed mix: https://www.catster.com/cat-breeds/siamese-maine-coon-mix/ Nefertiti LOVES to open drawers and doors. She has a drawer that she likes to open and then crawls BEHIND the draw. It is very cute, but it is also hard to find her if she inside the drawer. Nefertiti is such a pretty cat. Having long hair means that she needs brushing, and she likes it but doesn't like de-shedding combs. You may want to invest some funds in regular grooming, or know that she can become overstimulated and usually shows body language warning that she may nip to let you she’s had enough. If she becomes matted, she will need to be sedated at the vet to be shaved. She looks really cute in a “lion's cut”. One of her very cute and quirky things is making a tent out of a blanket and she gets inside to snuggle up. She will ask for petting and likes being close, but she’s not a lap cat. She’ll only walk around in your lap to be petted and is not interested in sitting down to lounge. There is one bad habit she has that is very cute! She politely sits next to the table when you’re eating at looks up at you and stares like a dog wanting a treat. She never jumps up on the table or tries to take food, but is intensely interested.   Nefertiti has lived with other cats in the “rescue house” before she was fostered. However, after living in her foster home she’s enjoying all of the attention! She just looks out the window at cats outside.   She has NOT been around children. We thing an adult home is best because she can be startled by loud noises, or get anxious if there is a disruption in her environment when workman come in. Nefertiti enjoys kick toys with catnip in them. She throws them around the house.  Being alone while you work isn’t an issue for her as she enjoys her alone time, but she’s happy to see you come home after work. If there is a guest that visits, she will initially hide, but warms up to the guests if the house is quiet. It took her about a week to adjust and start interacting in her foster home and was fully settled in in about two weeks. Nefertiti would do well with mature owners that can let her have her own space. She understands the word, “No” if she jumps up on the counter.  If you have interest in Nefertiti, email: networkfounder@gmail.com and tell us a little about yourself, your family, or other people and pets in the home. If you've had pets before tell us about them and where they are now. You can also text 949-759-3646.  There is a 2-hour pet parenting consultation that is part of every adoption. You can learn how to introduce your new pet to existing pets, learn how to teach house manners and learn how to make cats happy and command train your pet and how to encourage your cat to be more affectionate.  The most expensive costs associated with pet ownership is the veterinary expenses. In the feline consultation you will learn the symptoms of diseases, too. It can save the life of your pet and save your bank account, too! The microchip registration is included in the placement fee and the animals come with a 30 day heath commitment and return policy. Our network promotes adopting kittens in pairs and makes available a four month payment plan. Our animals live in private homes with people that love them. We specialize in “pet-quality”, friendly, sociable cats and kittens and represent “Good Samaritans” in re-homing lost pets whose owners could not be found and private parties whose pets need new homes.  The founder of Animal Network of Orange County, DiAnna Pfaff-Martin, is very particular about the quality of the animals, vitamins, proper diet and veterinary medical care. Feral kittens are tamed to “pet quality” and rescue cats that are shy are disclosed and termed, “rescue quality” with a lower placement fee.  Most kittens in O.C. these days are born feral (wild without human touch since birth). Feral kittens left untamed can grow up and be skittish and hide. These kitties can be a challenge to get to the vet or even to touch for anyone besides their caregiver. People who have adopted feral kittens often describe their behavior as jumpy and maybe having been abused.  It’s what the organization does with the animals after they have been trapped and rescued from the outdoors that makes the difference in a quality animal. People believe that adopting the smallest kitten means they can raise the perfect animal. This is simply not true as most people are gone from the home for long hours and are not experts in the field of taming wild animals.  Adopting an adult animal that has been well-loved and has known behaviors and a personality that the caregiver can tell you about is what all should consider. Almost anyone would add a cute kitten into their home, yet 90% of adult cats- and even kittens older than 4 months- entering the municipal shelter systems are put to death because people are seeking the tiny ones.    November 15, 2024, 6:15 am

Please contact DiAnna for more information about this pet.See A Current List of Our Kitties; www:animalnetwork.org We Specialize In “Pet-Quality”, Friendly, Sociable Cats and Kittens that live in private homes with people that love them.Audi is the most attention-seeking and outgoing of the bunch. She likes to sit on laps, give kisses, and snuggle her muzzle on your face. Visit our website at: www.animalnetwork.org to see our fees, adoption requirements and to view other available animals we have for adoption. Email: contact@animalnetwork.org for the application to adopt and tell us a little about your family’s lifestyle and home. Some of the new arrivals can be seen in the caregiver’s homes on weekdays. A mandatory pet parenting class is given on Saturdays so you can learn how to introduce your new pet to existing ones, teaching house manners, recommended foods and the best litter, and what you can do to avoid your cat from getting certain diseases. If you can’t find the pet that you are looking for sign up for our “Pet Match Service” and tell us what you are looking for. A $25 donation is accepted for this 1 year service.     October 29, 2024, 7:02 am

Beautiful TICA cat show award winner!Royce is a big cat that is reminiscent of the breed Maine Coon. He is a very beautiful boy and has a sweet personality. He likes to be held and carried and near the one he loves. He has lived in multi-cat households and is a dominant male. A cat savvy pet-parent would be needed to introduyce him into another multi-cat family.  Since he is so very affectionate it would be nice for him to have a home without other cats so he could get all the attention. Royce was adopted from our organization when he was a kitten by a couple that showed Maine Coon cats. Sadly, the woman developed a severe respiratory disorder and had to give up all her show cats and Royce. That is why Royce has been shown at TICA cat shows and won two awards. He is available to be met in the caregivers home.       October 29, 2024, 7:02 am

Independent & Exhibits Behaviors of Petting AggressionTallulah Gin aka Lula has enchanting vibrant green eyes. She is playful with interactive toys like the feather wand and she likes plastic lizard toys or wadded up paper balls. She likes comfy sofas and chairs and is a pretty lounge lizard. She is very furry and long hair and has unusual coloring with charcoal / black long hair and yet with slight calico markings. She is professionally groomed every month or she would become matted and will need a sanitary clip on her behind. She is a gorgeous cat and many people inquire without fully reading her bio here, which discloses her reactive behavior that can be managed. Tallulah Gin isn't at risk of losing her home. Her family are responsible pet owners and she will continue living in the home where she was raised until a home that would love her and accept her idiosyncrasies can be found.   The Backstory: Tallulah Gin's owners are responsible pet owners who simply wish they had an affectionate cat that wanted to be part of the family. Yet, quite the opposite is Lula with a spirit of independence that can be intermittently reactive to touch and scratch. The grandkids are afraid of Lula because she will go after them. Their desire to have a kitty that would be affectionate part of the family led the couple to adopt a pair of bottle-fed kittens that were affectionate and cuddly and kittens were just what the family had hoped for, but Lula got after them and the pair of cats then became unhappy.   The kittens experienced stresses in the home that were caused by Lula and the stress caused both cats to have urinary infections, which ultimately led to both having urinary blockages at different times and both had emergency surgeries and neither survived.    Tallulah Gin is not at risk of losing her home, she is very happy and her family is responsible, but has been hoping that just the right person would just love to adopt her.   Lula has been evaluated by Dr. Elaine Wexler-Mitchell, a vet board certified in felines and Lula does "NOT" have feline hyperesthesia which is a condition that would cause reactive behavior to touch by the brain interpreting touch as a shockwave. Certain breeds like, Burmese, Siamese, Persian and Abyssinian cats are more susceptible to the syndrome.  The family has seen some improvement giving calming supplements and can give her a pat here and there, but she doesn't normally warm up to strangers that are potential adopters. Medication rather than calming aids is another option.  We understand that people react to Tallulah Gin's beauty like on a dating website, "Swipe Right" without reading her bio and we're hoping that continued inquiries will lead to the perfect person appearing.   In the meantime, and while in waiting, Lula enjoys life in Newport Beach, on a small island off the Newport Beach Peninsula, where most people dream of living, in a bayfront home hearing the relaxing sound of the sailboats ropes softly clicking as she lays undisturbed by people passing by as she pears out the large bay window.   PETTING AGGRESSION: While many cats have varying degrees of petting aggression by letting their owners know when to touch them and where they like being touched, Lula is reactive intermittently and that can make people fearful. Petting aggression is manageable by respecting the cat's boundaries and developing a bonded relationship where petting is allowed based on trust and not petting the cat in the same place over and over, or learning when a cat isn't in the mood. Learning the body language of cats can tell you when they are becoming disturbed and stop petting. Or avoid those areas all together. When a cat strikes after being petted 5 times, pet less and learn what the cat enjoys.  Many cats when first rescued may exhibit behaviors that are simply reactive to uncertainty. They may show more frequent signs of petting aggression because they have not been petted in a long while and the stimulation is too much for them.  Any being that has experienced trauma needs time to adjust and feel safe. A cat that has developed a bond with a human may no longer exhibit the extreme behaviors that accompany petting aggression. Overstimulation by petting the same area causes most petting aggression. A rescue cat that hasn't been petted for a while can just feel over whelmed by touch. A back scratcher is a good tool to build trust and bond with any cat. It allows the cat to experience pleasure and for the pet-parent to learn what feels good to the cat. But of course, it is after the cat feels comfortable with you.   IF YOU HAVE INTEREST IN TALLULAH GIN: She is not the kind of cat for a first-time pet owner or anyone with children in the home, or that would visit. Please tell us about yourself and any experience you may have had with cats. A stable home would be important for the potential adopter to have with at least three years in the residence and not to be considering a move or transferring with a job. Being that Lula has been spoiled with a wonderful view and likes her independence she should have an environment similar to what she has been accustomed to. The kind of home believed to offer Lula happiness would have a calm environment, enough space for her to feel her independence with a large window to view birds or trees to keep her mind active.  Community Animal Network, a non-profit organization founded by DiAnna Pfaff-Martin in 1996. C.A.N is a veterinary medical rescue that prepares dogs and cats for forever homes. To donate to help, use our PayPal link: www.PayPal.Me/CommunityAnimal. Or Zelle to our phone number 949-759-3646. Snail Mail checks to: Community Animal Network P.O. Box 8662 Newport Beach, CA 92658    October 29, 2024, 7:02 am

Ozzy is a striking and majestic black smoke tabby, a rare and beautiful coat pattern that gives him an almost mystical appearance. With his ghostly silver undercoat and soft black swirls, he's one of the most unique cats we've ever rescued, and it's no wonder he earned the nickname , "Prince of Darkness"- inspired, of course, by Ozzy Osbourne himself. This gorgeous boy is very shy with new people and may tremble when feeling uncertain. But once he learns he's safe and loved, Ozzy begins to blossom, chirping and softly meowing for affection, sleeping at your feet at night, and even making biscuits on your bed. His favorite pastimes include hanging out on a cat tree, scratching posts, and enjoying the quiet comfort of a cozy space. In his current foster home, Ozzy spends much of the day tucked under the bed, but when the world quiets down at night, he emerges like royalty, bright-eyed, content, and full of sweet, talkative charm. Ozzy would do best in a calm, quiet home with a patient adopter who understands that the best relationships take time. With gentleness, he will reward you with deep trust, soft purrs, and a loyal presence by your side. If you're looking for a beautiful, soulful companion with a mysterious edge and a heart full of potential, Ozzy is ready to rule your home and heart. Ozzy is a big cat. We believe he is part Maine Coon, but DNA test has not been done. He does also shed quite a bit, but loves to be groomed with a brush. Adopter must be aware that he will need regular brushing with his thick coat. Ozzy's story begins in a Fullerton apartment complex, where he was seen crying outside every morning, desperately trying to find a way back indoors. No one seemed to claim him, and we're not sure if he was abandoned, lost, or perhaps left behind after an owner passed away, but one thing was clear: Ozzy was not meant to live outside. He longed for safety, routine, and human companionship.

Sylvester is a very sweet senior cat. He loves humans and loves being pet and cuddled. He is around 12 years old. He was recently sent to live on the streets by my fiancé’s parents due to allergies. We would just love for him to go to a loving understanding family that can give him lots of love and care in the years he has left. He is a Maine coone mix.

Poor Mona was left abandoned on a balcony in Hollywood on the Saturday of Labor Day weekend to suffer in the 100 degree heat! Her owner left her there and then left the country. She was not found until Wednesday when a maintenance crew came into the apartment. Thankfully, they contacted our team for an immediate assist! She is in a safe but temporary home, (sequestered from the other cats) until she can find her new forever family. We are slowly gathering information on her personality and temperament. Mona is approximately 4 years old, super gentle, brave and beautiful. She walked right up to her rescuers when they opened the balcony door and began telling them just how she felt about it all. She's had a proper scare and needs some patience and quiet love to feel herself again. We gather she was an only pet from a young age and may no longer be comfortable with other cats. She may learn to adapt to a small older cat-friendly dog. The staff at our vet's office said she did well with them and was easy to handle. She is scared and nervous having just lost her home and family all at once. Mona will need time, patience and lots love in her new home and will do best in a quiet mellow home with no young children (under the age of 12.)

Jasper is loving, sweet, super friendly, and confident. He comes right over for attention and cuddles, and he's playful, fun, and curious.. always ready to entertain you and make you laugh. This adorable litter was dumped taped up in a Huggies box at Petco during an adoption event. Per store store policy, all abandoned animals are to contact animal control and they would be taken to one of the worst, high kill shelters in Southern California. We took them instead and hope to find them forever home as loving as they are. **REQUIREMENT** Jasper needs to be adopted to a home that has a cat that is three years or younger, Adopted with one of his siblings (Polly, Becca, & Jameson) or another Kitty in our Rescue. **he cannot be an only pet** He has three siblings and he is happy being friends with other kitties. Adoption fee $300 Saving one animal wont change the world, but it will change the world for that animal. Health and Medical Information: fully vetted and ready for adoption! They have been neutered, fully vaccinated, microchipped, tested negative for FIV and leukemia, and treated for fleas and worms. Adopting saves you the time and cost of these medical procedures, which would typically be 24 times more at a veterinary clinic and take up more of your time.

Lizzie is sweet, friendly and confident! She comes to you for attention and cuddles. As soon as you sit down or lay down, she will be there for pets and to take a nap. She likes to be draped across a leg, in between your legs, on your chest, on your lap or right next to you. She will want to share your bed with you but does not interrupt your sleep or wake you up. She’s easy to pick up And likes being held. She will follow you from room to room to keep you company and wants to know what you are doing. Playful, fun and curious, she will entertain and make you laugh. **Requirement** Lizzie needs to be adopted to a home that has a cat under 3 years old or adopter is interested in adopting two from our rescue. She has lots of energy, super playful and loves to wrestle with kittens. She has excellent litter box habits, free feeds dried food and adores wet food! Adoption fee $300  “Saving one animal won’t change the world, but it will change the world for that animal.” Health and Medical Information: fully vetted and ready for adoption! They have been neutered, fully vaccinated, microchipped, tested negative for FIV and leukemia, and treated for fleas and worms. Adopting saves you the time and cost of these medical procedures, which would typically be 2–4 times more at a veterinary clinic and take up more of your time.