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Tabby kittens & cats in Melrose, Massachusetts

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Miracle

Tabby

Female, 4 yrs
Medford, MA
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Good with kids, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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My name is Miracle and I am a beautiful 4 year old sweetheart. I was the victim of abuse so I had to hang around for a while because my case went to court and the person was prosecuted for abusing me. I’m a trouper and still the sweetest baby. I have a wonderful personality for all ages. A 5-year-old used to spend a lot of time with me while my case was in the court system so I am good with small children. I went to get spayed and a cyst was found on one of my mammary glands. We are keeping an eye on it and checking it out to get more information on what could be going on. Everyone at KC felt that I’ve been through so much and deserve to have a home sooner than later, so I’m excited that I’m being posted for adoption! Of course, everything will be taken care of and it could be bad news and someone is just giving me a home to live out my life with them. My post will be updated but in the meantime, I still hope to find a loving home this second time around.
Bonded Pair
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Maple

Tabby

Female, 9 mos
Medford, MA
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Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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🐾💕 Hi, we're Fawkes & Maple, and before we tell you anything else, there's one thing you should know... We're best friends, and we're looking for our forever home together. 🏡❤️ We both started life as strays and came to Kitty Connection at different times. Eventually, we found a home... and that's where we found each other. When unexpected circumstances brought us back to rescue, we lost our home, but thankfully, we didn't lose one another. 💞 🐱 I'm Fawkes, a 5-year-old gray-and-white gentleman with one eye and a heart full of love. I've overcome a lot, including losing an eye and having dental surgery, but those days are behind me now! These days, my favorite things are snuggles, naps, and making sure Maple feels safe and loved. 💙 🐱 And I'm Maple, a 10-month-old tabico girl with a playful spirit and a gentle soul. I was born outside, so learning to trust people has taken time. I can be a little shy at first, but every day I get a little braver. My favorite things? Wand toys, zoomies, and curling up next to Fawkes after a busy day of play! 🎣✨ 💕 Fawkes is my safe place. When I'm nervous, he's right there beside me. He helps me feel brave enough to take the next step and reminds me that I'm never alone. Together, we're the perfect pair: one part cuddle bugs 🥰, one part playtime experts 🎉, and 100% devoted to each other. 💗 We're looking for a quiet, patient home where we can continue our journey together. Maple may need a little time to settle in, but with love, understanding, and Fawkes by her side, she continues to blossom every day. 🌸 💖 We've already found our best friend in each other. 🏡 Now we're hoping to find our forever family. ✨ Could that be you? ✨
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Estrella

Tabby

Female, Young
Medford, MA
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Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Hi, I'm Estrella — a gentle soul with the softest fur you'll ever touch. I'm a quiet, reserved girl who takes her time warming up to new people and places. I won't rush over to greet you at the door, but that's only because I like to observe first and trust at my own pace. Once I feel safe, you'll notice me slowly inching closer, and that moment — when I finally choose you — is something truly special. Here's the thing about me: even though I'm shy, I never hiss or swat. That's just not who I am. If you approach me slowly and gently — no sudden movements, please — you can rub my head, and I'll actually start to relax and purr for you. That quiet rumble is my way of saying, "I trust you." My foster family says it's one of the most rewarding feelings, because you know you really earned it. I'm not the rowdy type. You won't find me zipping across the room or knocking things off shelves. I prefer the simple pleasures: a soft blanket, a calm room, and the peaceful rhythm of a quiet home. My foster family says I have impeccable manners — I use my litter box perfectly and always cover up after myself like the lady I am. And my fur? People can't stop talking about it. I'm incredibly soft — like, bury-your-hand-in-a-cloud soft. If you're lucky enough to earn a petting session with me, you'll understand why everyone makes such a fuss. I may be shy, but I'm also steady, sweet, and low-maintenance. I'll never scratch you, never hiss at you — I just need things to stay calm and gentle around me. I'm looking for a patient adopter who moves softly and appreciates a quiet companion over a wild entertainer. If your idea of a perfect evening is curling up in peace with a warm, impossibly soft cat purring nearby, I just might be your girl.
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Ellie

Tabby

Female, 3 yrs 2 mos
Medford, MA
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Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi - My name is Ellie and I’m a sweet and shy 3 year old female tabby. This is my second time with Kitty Connection. My original adopters didn’t feel like I was a good fit anymore so I’m back with Kitty Connection and looking for people who are patient and kind. I start off spicy, but I’m just afraid. Once I settle in, I love being around quiet humans and my foster mom’s quiet cats. I was originally in a home with a male kitty who had a lot of energy and that was too much for me. I love to play, but mostly by myself at night – although sometimes I’ll play with a wand toy with my foster mom. Her cats come in to say hello and then they go about their business which is just fine with me. I like to see them interact with my foster mom as it assures me that she’s a safe person. I think I’d like a home with other quiet and mellow kitties who don’t mind if I do my own thing. I wouldn’t like a home with a lot of people or kids who make a lot of noise and dogs are probably not something I would be comfortable with. Check out some of the videos my foster mom has taken. I tend to be afraid the first few minutes she’s with me and then she offers me a treat and I remember I like her. She’s very patient and tells me I’m pretty.
Bonded Pair
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Munchkin

Tabby

Female, 3 mos
Medford, MA
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Hi there! We’re Arnie and Munchkin, and we’re looking for our forever home together. I’m Arnie, a 2-year-old laid-back guy who loves naps, pets, and relaxing by your side. Most of the time I’m happy to take it easy, but every now and then I’ll break out my mouse toy or join in on playtime with Munchkin. And I’m Munchkin, a 12-week-old ball of energy! I love to play, explore, zoom around the house, and then curl up for cuddles with my humans when I’m ready for a break. We may have different energy levels, but we make a great team. Arnie is patient and easygoing, and I help keep life exciting. Together, we’re looking for a cozy home where we can each let our personalities shine. One part zoomies, one part snoozies—we’re the perfect pair!
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Nitro

Tabby

Male, Young
Boston, FL
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Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
These kitties are located in Puerto Rico & much like it is in South Florida, there is massive cat overpopulation. If adopted these kittens will be flown from Puerto Rico to an airport near you. We are USDA approved transport and all animals will come with a valid health certificate. We are so the only legal Florida importer in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Must be 25 years old Must adopt young kittens (6 months or less) you must have a young cat or dog or adopt in pairs UNLESS otherwise stated. Must be a previous cat owner. Must have a vet we can speak to. CT license AIR 000534 MA charity #080383 MA licensed importer #68 USDA # 88-T-0895 MEET NITRO! Nitro is a handsome boy who was found in a garage with his two siblings & mom. The nice homeowner let them stay until they were old enough to get adopted. Nitro is a lap kitten who enjoys laying next to his foster mom. He gets along with the house cat and is getting used to a doggie, who regularly visits the foster home. His siblings, Techno & Geisha, are also looking for a forever home. This sweetheart loves humans & would do well with another kitty. Just get an application in! Let’s help Nitro find a perfect home.

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Froggy and Tucker (bonded brothers)

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Melrose, MA
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Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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My name is Froggy and this is my brother Tucker. Wait, maybe I’m Tucker and this is my brother Froggy. The thing is, we look so much alike, sometimes we can’t even tell ourselves apart. We’re both brown tabbies, about two years old, both larger than average, and we need a home with someone who will love us. We eat, play and sleep together. It took a while for us to open up but our personalities are shining through. We greet our foster mom at the door when she comes in and we’ll do the same for you if you adopt us. We’ll curl up with you while you watch TV, and at least one of us will probably be on your lap. Our favorite toys are ribbon and strings- knitters beware. When we are left alone, we play tag with the energy of two small tornadoes. Whoever adopts us will need to be patient with us, but we'll be worth it because we will love you for the rest of our lives. Our adoption fee has even been discounted to facilitate us getting adopted together.We are neutered males and our shots are up to date. We are being fostered in Revere. If you’re interested in adopting us, click the button that says “Ask about me.” It’s just to the right
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Reba and Laney

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Melrose, MA
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Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Our names are Reba and Laney and we are as sweet a pair of kitten sisters as you're ever likely to find. If we do say so ourselves, our photos hardly do justice to our overall cuteness. It took us only a few days to settle into our foster home. Our fosters say we are very friendly and have graduated to lap-cat status. We are a bonded pair, so we definitely need to be adopted together. We would do best adopted into an interactive home where we'll get lots of attention and play time. We like playing with the humans in our foster home, as well as each other. If you adopt us, someday you'll look back at it as the best decision you've ever made.We are 6-7 months old. We have been spayed. We are current on our shots and we have tested negative for FIV and FeLV. We're being fostered in North Reading. If you're interested in adopting us, click the button that says, "Ask about us." It's right over there.
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Dragonfly

Maine Coon

Female, Young
Melrose, MA
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Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
My name is Dragonfly and I'm a sweet girl about 4 years old. Despite my petite size. I've clearly got some Maine Coon in me, although I am certainly not full Maine coon. My foster mom says that I am the sweetest, cutest cat, And I'm inclined to agree. I do well with the other cats in the foster home, but I prefer to be with people once they have gained my trust. I'm a curious girl and I like to explore places, even if I've explored them before. I spend a lot of my time purring and playing because I have a lot of energy. You would have to be out of your mind not to want to adopt me. I'm a spayed female cat, my shots are up to date, and I have tested negative for FIV and FeLV. I'm being fostered in Winthrop. If you're interested in adopting me, click the button that says "Ask about me." It's right over there.

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3.9 miles

Kitty Connection

Medford, MA 02155

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

7.1 miles

Changing Tomorrow Animal Rescue

10492 Lake Vista Cir, Boston, FL 02108

Pet Types: cats

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12.2 miles

Second Chance Shelter For Cats

Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

31 miles

Furget Me Not

Bryantville, MA 02327

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Shelter

42.2 miles

Darbster Kitty

332 Kelley Street, Manchester, NH 03102

Pet Types: cats

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