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American Shorthair kittens & cats in Escondido, California

Looking for an American Shorthair kitten or cat in Escondido, California? Adopt a Pet can help you find an adorable American Shorthair near you.

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Grayson

American Shorthair

Male, Young
Escondido, CA
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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, Grayson is our male cat. He is fixed and has up to date vaccinations. He is 4years old. He is very good around other cats or our giant Golden Retriever. We are trying to find a good, safe and loved home for Grayson because my son’s allergy with cats is getting worse 😭 Also my 70yrs old Mom in law just moved back from Taiwan and she is scared of animals! Please let me know if you’re interested in taking Grayson or if you know of anyone who loves cats and want him to be their friends Thanks
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Fire water

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Escondido, CA
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Shes a little over a year old. Very affectionate and loving but doesn’t like to cuddle. Shes pretty chill and can be playful at times. She enjoys the company of other cats and plays with our dogs. She gets bored if shes by herself so she needs a lot of attention.

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Brady

American Shorthair

Male, Adult
Valley Center, CA
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Please contact Bettye (rescuenrehome@gmail.com) for more information about this pet. Courtesy post for Rescue and Rehome Inc. Please be sure to contact RESCUENREHOME@GMAIL.COM for more information. Please do not contact Dogz In Need as we have limited information on this sweet cat. Brady is a very friendly, outgoing cat who gets along great with people, but not necessarily with other cats. He loves to get in your lap and get head and neck scratches! He is looking for an indoor home where he will be the only cat. Brady was rescued as a stray at a large senior apartment complex where his owner either passed away or moved away and left him behind. It appears he had a rough life because not only is he FIV+, but most of his teeth are missing or broken. Brady has been neutered, vaccinated, dewormed and microchipped. He is listed as special needs because he tested positive for Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV). FIV+ cats can and do live quite normal lives - in quality - in duration - and in happiness.  FIV+ cats have long lived under a cloud of confusion and misunderstanding. Now, fortunately, that is much less the case as the medical community has become more and more aware of what the presence of FIV really means. We now know that FIV is basically a virus whose presence has the potential to cause some weakening of a cats' immune system. It does not seem to have much impact on lifespan, as FIV+ cats can and do live quite normal lives - in quality - in duration - and in happiness. We now know that this is a cat-only virus and cannot be passed to humans or to other species of animals. We have also learned that FIV does not pass to other cats through casual friendly contact. Experience, studies and the medical research community have, for numerous years now, watched positive cats live peacefully together with non-positive cats without transference. It takes a seriously deep bite wound or blood transfusion from an FIV+ cat to infect another, so a typical household where cats live in harmony can blend FIV+ and FIV- cats without worry. It is more difficult for FIV+ cats to find their forever homes though, because of the previous stigmas associated with it.  Please consider opening your home and hearts to Brady. Brady has so very much to give. You will be richly rewarded! Please email us at RESCUENREHOME@GMAIL.COM with a little info about you, your family, your other pets and where you live. $25 adoption fee, cash only, which is to help reimburse for a portion of expenses of cat rescue and rehabilitation. Location: Quail Valley/Menifee, Southwest Riverside County. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.April 22, 2024, 12:16 am
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Pringle

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Valley Center, CA
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Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained,
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Coal barn cat, very sweet, had kittens with us. I do not want to put back outside due to coyotes. Needs a loving home. I believe she is around 1 year old. Would make a great companion. Super sweet and loveable.
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Ginko

American Shorthair

Male, 1 yr 8 mos
San Diego, CA
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Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Ginko is a small kitty rescued together with his brother from Cuale when they were only 2 months old. Ginko is introverted, a cautious kitty that will need patience and a lot of love to get his confidence.
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Fiona

American Shorthair

Female, 4 yrs 2 mos
San Diego, CA
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Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Say "hi" to our BEAUTIFUL tabby cross~ Fiona! Fiona is a house cat who came to us after her elder owners had to move into care. She loves to eat and sit out in the sun. She will accept your attention but is not needy. She is VERY social and loving with other cats and is happiest with kitty friends. Fiona is shy at first, but once confident she's safe, she doesn't hide. She is super sweet, and great with people and other cats. She will make the perfect companion!She is spayed, has all her vaccinations, and is treated for ticks/fleas! All she needs is you!
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Silko

American Shorthair

Male, 1 yr 9 mos
San Diego, CA
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Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Silko is a sweet guy! He is more reserved than the others but in time, with patience and love, he will come out of his shell and hang out with you! Once he gets to know his human friends - he remembers them and will always say hi and reach out to them. He may need some quiet support to get comfortable initially to transition - but the work will be worth it!
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Bunny

American Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs 10 mos
San Diego, CA
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Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Here is our friend Bunny! Bunny is a young adult male who came to us after people in his neighborhood were poisoning cats! He is as sweet as can be despite his sad beginnings. He is all ready to go home to you as he his vaccinated and neutered! Reach out today!

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Dogz In Need

Valley Center, CA 92082

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Wet Noses Rescue

San Diego, CA 92067

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Wet Noses Rescue

San Diego, CA 92067

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Wet Noses Rescue

San Diego, CA 92067

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9.7 miles

Wet Noses Rescue

San Diego, CA 92067

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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9.7 miles

Wet Noses Rescue

San Diego, CA 92067

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9.7 miles

Wet Noses Rescue

San Diego, CA 92067

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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9.7 miles

Wet Noses Rescue

San Diego, CA 92067

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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9.7 miles

Wet Noses Rescue

San Diego, CA 92067

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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9.7 miles

Wet Noses Rescue

San Diego, CA 92067

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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