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American Shorthair kittens & cats in Riverside, California

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These American Shorthairs are available in Riverside, California.
We'll also keep you updated on Pearl's adoption status with email updates.
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Pearl

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Riverside, CA
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(when grown) -
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Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Sweet and friendly female cat looking for her forever home! She is not only adorable but also has a heart full of love to share. She enjoys cuddling, playing, and making new friends. If you're looking for a loving feline companion, Pearl might be the perfect match for you. Don't miss the chance to bring this wonderful kitty into your life!
We'll also keep you updated on Lily's adoption status with email updates.
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Lily

American Shorthair

Female, 4 yrs 6 mos
Riverside, CA
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(when grown) -
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Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
DOB 5/1/21 (estimated) Sweet tuxedo girl with a heart of gold! Lily is a social butterfly who plays well with other kitties and loves to be right in the middle of whatever is happening. Her affectionate nature shines through as she adores people and enjoys their company. She has a mellow personality, making her a wonderful companion for quiet moments and cozy cuddles. If you're looking for a loving feline friend who will bring joy to your home, Lily is the perfect match for you!
We'll also keep you updated on Rose's adoption status with email updates.
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Rose

American Shorthair

Female, 7 yrs 3 mos
Riverside, CA
Size
(when grown) -
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet our beautiful, sweet girl! She's a true lovebug who adores affection and will shower you with purrs and cuddles. She's not only a sweetheart with humans but also gets along famously with other cats and kittens. Her gentle nature and loving demeanor make her a wonderful companion for anyone looking to add a furry friend to their family. If you're ready to welcome a loving and social kitty into your home, she's the perfect match for you!
We'll also keep you updated on Bodhi's adoption status with email updates.
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Bodhi

American Shorthair

Male, 4 yrs 6 mos
Riverside, CA
Size
(when grown) -
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Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
DOB 4/1/21 (estimated) Charming and playful kitty looking for his forever home! This sweet boy is a bundle of joy, always eager to have fun and play with his favorite cat toys. His absolute favorite pastime is chasing toy mice around the room, showing off his playful side. He is also quite sociable and loves the company of other cats. He enjoys engaging in friendly games and is sure to be a hit among feline friends. When he's not playing, you can find him relaxing and enjoying the company of his furry companions. With his affectionate nature and playful spirit, he is sure to bring endless joy and love to his new family. If you're looking for a fun-loving companion to brighten your days, Bodhi is the perfect match for you!
We'll also keep you updated on Penny's adoption status with email updates.
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Penny

American Shorthair

Female, Young
Riverside, CA
Size
(when grown) -
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Good with kids, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
DOB 7/9/2023 (estimated) Sweet and playful kitten who might be a bit reserved at first, but once you gain her trust, she'll become your best friend. She loves toys, especially feather wands and jingly balls. She would do best in a calm and patient household where she can receive the attention and socialization she needs to continue building her confidence. She would be a great match for a single person, a couple, or a family with older children who can give her the love and support she deserves.
We'll also keep you updated on Brody's adoption status with email updates.
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Brody

American Shorthair

Male, 4 yrs 5 mos
Riverside, CA
Size
(when grown) -
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Good with kids, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
DOB 4/1/21 (estimated) Super fun guy who is ready to bring joy to your home! He is a playful feline who gets along great with other cats and kittens, making him the perfect companion for your existing furry friends. He also loves spending time with his human, enjoying cuddles, pets, and all the love you can give. If you're looking for a fun-loving, affectionate companion, Brody is the one for you!

Or, how about these American Shorthairs in cities near Riverside, California

These American Shorthairs are available for adoption close to Riverside, California.
We'll also keep you updated on Lilac's adoption status with email updates.
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Lilac

American Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Bloomington, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hello, this beautiful kitty was rescued and was missing her tail. She had surgery and has recovered. She's been tested for any illness and has none.She's a very loving curious playful cat. She was featured on David Loops social media a few months ago under Lilac you can see her story there .
We'll also keep you updated on Snow White's adoption status with email updates.
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Snow White

American Shorthair

Female, Young
Moreno Valley, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi, I'm Sophia and I'm searching for the perfect home for this sweet, loyal cat, Snow White (approx. 8 months). Her most incredible feature: she has one striking blue eye and one deep yellow eye! Snow White was abandoned and spent weeks waiting outside her old house. Sadly, she was attacked by raccoons, causing minor injuries (which are now healing very well). Despite this, she is super tranquil, affectionate, and deeply grateful. She is already vaccinated, and I commit to having her spayed before adoption. She needs a safe, quiet home. If you are looking for a companion with a story of bravery and unique beauty, contact me! 💗
We'll also keep you updated on Rocket's adoption status with email updates.
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Rocket

American Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Moreno Valley, CA
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(when grown) -
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Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
This handsome brown tabby kitten is as social and outgoing as they come. He loves being around people and doesn’t hesitate to walk right up for attention, cuddles, or a fun play session. He’s also very food-motivated, which makes training and bonding even easier—and a lot of fun! If you’re looking for a kitten who’s playful, affectionate, and truly enjoys human company, this sweet tabby boy would make a wonderful addition to your home.
We'll also keep you updated on Pearl's adoption status with email updates.
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Pearl

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Riverside, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Sweet and friendly female cat looking for her forever home! She is not only adorable but also has a heart full of love to share. She enjoys cuddling, playing, and making new friends. If you're looking for a loving feline companion, Pearl might be the perfect match for you. Don't miss the chance to bring this wonderful kitty into your life!
We'll also keep you updated on Lily's adoption status with email updates.
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Lily

American Shorthair

Female, 4 yrs 6 mos
Riverside, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
DOB 5/1/21 (estimated) Sweet tuxedo girl with a heart of gold! Lily is a social butterfly who plays well with other kitties and loves to be right in the middle of whatever is happening. Her affectionate nature shines through as she adores people and enjoys their company. She has a mellow personality, making her a wonderful companion for quiet moments and cozy cuddles. If you're looking for a loving feline friend who will bring joy to your home, Lily is the perfect match for you!
We'll also keep you updated on Rose's adoption status with email updates.
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Rose

American Shorthair

Female, 7 yrs 3 mos
Riverside, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet our beautiful, sweet girl! She's a true lovebug who adores affection and will shower you with purrs and cuddles. She's not only a sweetheart with humans but also gets along famously with other cats and kittens. Her gentle nature and loving demeanor make her a wonderful companion for anyone looking to add a furry friend to their family. If you're ready to welcome a loving and social kitty into your home, she's the perfect match for you!

These cats are in Riverside, California too!

Below are our newest added American Shorthairs available for adoption in Riverside, California. To see more adoptable American Shorthairs in Riverside, California, use the search tool below to enter specific criteria!
We'll also keep you updated on Magic's adoption status with email updates.
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Magic

Bombay

Male, Young
Riverside, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Welcome to Act 2 Rescue where you become part of our A2R family! Adoption is an important time in your life and we are grateful to be a part of it. We take pride in offering you a personalized adoption experience with continuing behavioral support as needed. -Mindy Gould, CEO Hello, my name is Magic! I’m a sleek black kitten full of energy and curiosity. I love to play non-stop, especially with other kittens, so having a buddy to keep up with me would be amazing! I also really enjoy getting pets. I’m a total cuddle bug when I’m not busy zooming around. And when it comes to food, I’m all ears, treats are my absolute favorite! If you’re looking for a fun-loving black kitten who’s full of life and ready to bring some magic to your home, I’m your guy! I am all ready for my new home or will be soon! Once sterilized, I will have been seen by a veterinarian, had all shots I was able to get when I was sterilized or they checked my sterilization status and microchipped!  All I need now is you! I am currently living in a foster home and am fully litter trained. Act 2 Rescue will even help you make sure I am able to integrate into your human and pet family with their behavioral coaching support during the transition period. I can't wait to meet you so please fill out an application for me today! _______________________________________________________________________  Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.Please be aware we are a small foster based rescue in Riverside, California. Our volunteers often have other jobs/careers as well. We are not a government funded shelter and all of our donations including adoption donations are used to run the rescue and help the animals in our care. Since we are no kill, higher fees for in demand breeds help us cover critical care.  We are always in need of volunteers, donations, and fosters. Please excuse any wait times as we are often inundated with emergencies or short staffed due to the overpopulation crisis. You can learn more about us on our website or follow us here.   Steps 1-2  of the ADOPTION PROCESS must be done before we do OFFICIAL MEET & GREETS or take deposits.  To keep animals healthy,  we limit  foster based meet & greets  to people fully qualified to adopt them.   No animals can be held without a $75 deposit. Deposits cannot be refunded if you change your mind, they are to hold a cat and can result in other adopters being told they cannot adopt. ADOPTION PROCESS: 1.  Application:  Log into our website and complete the adoption application at link below: Applications :  Forms (rescuegroups.org) 2. Virtual Home Check: Once your application is approved, check back if you haven't been scheduled for a virtual home check within 48 hours.  A virtual home check to ensure safety of your residence for your kitty (not perfect cleanliness). You will be told during the visit if you pass.  3. Official meet & greet with your kitty at an adoption event, foster care, or adoption center depending on location of the kitty.   We only have a few  volunteers,  so we apologize at times we fall behind due to high demand of some cats.  5. Sign adoption contract and, if appropriate, foster to adopt clause. 6. Pay adoption fee via zelle using act2rescue@gmail.com (not our phone number) or using cash. We can accept cards at adoption events but the terminal charges fees that are pretty high so it's not the best option.  7. Take your kitty home. Be sure to isolate kitty while they adjust to your home. We may check in from time to time to be sure you do not need any additional support because we love hearing how our kitties are doing. As volunteer staff, happy stories are literally our paycheck.  8. Check out our website https://act2rescue.org for resources, blogs and info on how to best take care of your new kitty. Our professional behavior coach is available via text to assist you with transition as well. We also have a Facebook group to interact with our behavior coach and other kitten care experts, as well as our A2R family like you! ****Please note, we do not have dedicated staff for phone lines so please text instead of calling. If the cat/kitten is listed, they are available. However, they could have pending applications or meet and greets scheduled. Filling out an application and approval does not obligate you to adopt the kitty. If they are not a fit...we have plenty of other kitties for adoption. This kitty has received at least two FVCRP vaccines, rabies if over 4 months, Revolution for fleas/ticks/heartworms/stomach parasites/ear mites, de-wormer, sterilization*, and microchip (you must register for it to work but it's free).  All kitties are given a general wellness check by a veterinarian prior to sterilization.  Deposits: The only way we can hold a kitty is with a non-refundable (if you decide not to adopt within 2 weeks not if we void the adoption) deposit of $75. We reserve the right to void the adoption up until the point the contract is signed. If we cancel the adoption (for kitty health or other issues) we will refund your deposit. If you wait longer than 2 weeks, we cannot hold the kitty due to space constraints. Your deposit could be used on another kitty. If you decide not to adopt at all, any deposit will go to the care of animals rescued with us and may be written off as a donation.   Foster to Adopt: Kittens must be 2 lbs or 8 weeks and fixed to be adopted. This will be noted in the approximate available date. If a kitty is unable to be fixed in a timely manner, they may foster to adopt. This would be all adoption paperwork and donations would be exchanged and the kitten would go home. Adoption paperwork will have a clause that it is not final until animal is sterilized.  Once the sterilization appointment arrives you must bring them in to be sterilized or the animal will have to be returned to the rescue. You may also have them sterilized on your own and show proof to the rescue. Once sterilized the adoption will be complete. We normally do not do these in this manner but due to extreme situations they may arise. Final health checks are done during sterilization. Any unknown health issues would also allow you to choose a different cat.   Failure to comply with sterilization will result in returning the animal to us without refund of donations. Breeds:  We cannot guarantee breed but do our best to identify possible breeds based on their appearancxe and personality. If you DNA test your furry friend, let us know the results. It is fun to see what the kitty actually is and how close our guess is. Please know not all DNA companies test for all breeds and the science is still catching up so it may adjust later to have breeds we saw. We like to know so we can improve our analysis too.   We cannot guarantee health but go to great lengths to have healthy kitties. Kitties do not live in a cattery but in private fosters for this reason.  Snap Testing: We do not test for FELV/FIV in healthy animals as it is often incorrect in animals under 6 months and can be a false positive. False negatives also give a false sense of security. These tests are best done if an animal is unhealthy to determine disease.  https://www.uwsheltermedicine.com/library/resources/why-are-some-shelters-no-longer-testing-all-cats-for-felv-and-fiv August 26, 2025, 11:08 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Sushi's adoption status with email updates.
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Sushi

Bombay

Male, Young
Riverside, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Spent several months with the cat. He was dropped off by someone and never picked back up. Poor guy needs a sweet home to go to. Hes very playful. He loved to cuddle and very affectionate spending quality time with him is necessary since he feeds off people's energy. He is a lover boy and loves to play with strings. He just a young cat growing up in this world who needs affectionate family so he doesn't feel alone in this world.
We'll also keep you updated on Bert, Baby?'s adoption status with email updates.
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Bert, Baby?

Bombay

Male, Senior
Riverside, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
This sweet senior cat showed up at a friends house. She had him for a couple months. She has 3 other cats that seemed to get along with this stray. She got him to the vet. Male, neutered, no-chip, 10-11 years old. She only allowed him in the garage and backyard. He stuck around close. I took him. I have 3 spayed female cats, 8,10, & 12. He was confined to the garage and 1 bedroom. I've had him 9 days, Kept the side garage door open and he stays very close. Very friendly, very sweet. At first he hissed and get hissed at by my girls. He wonders the house, but today he attacked my eldest. He was not provoked. He's back in the garage and bedroom, but I need to find him a home. He needs a senior like himself. He DOES NOT claw furniture. He stays close, wants inside, needs lots of love, but just doesn't seem to play well with others

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American Shorthair shelters & rescues in Riverside, California

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for American Shorthair kittens in Riverside, California. Browse these American Shorthair rescues and shelters below.

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7.2 miles

Precious Purrs Feline Rescue

Riverside, CA 92503

Pet Types: cats

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13.3 miles

Paws 4 A Cause Rescue

San Bernardino, CA 92407

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

19.1 miles

Right Fit Rescue

Yucaipa, CA 92399

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

23 miles

Benevolent Animal Rescue Committee

P O Box CD, Cherry Valley, CA 92223

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

28.9 miles

Workin' Whiskers

HEMET, CA 92546

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

30 miles

One Love Animal Rescue and Sanctuary

PO Box 9935, Brea, CA 92822

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Rescue

30.6 miles

ARE Animal Rescue

101 E. Florida Ave, Hemet, CA 92543

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

32.2 miles

Laguna Woods Cat Club Foster/Adoption Program

Laguna Woods, CA 92637

Pet Types: cats

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34.8 miles

Crooked Tale Cat Rescue

Anaheim, CA 92801

Pet Types: cats

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35.8 miles

Huey's Rescue

Temecula, CA 92591

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

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