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These American Shorthairs are available in San Jose, California.
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Wilbur

American Shorthair

Male, Young
San Jose, CA
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Wilbur is a domestic shorthair male cat around 1.5 years old. He has all immunization records up to date for October 2026, is neutered and litterbox trained. He had a comfortable and trauma-free life before, and should be very well adjusted to new environments (Aggression is probably NOT even in his vocabulary due to his peaceful life before). He has peacefully lived with a large Labrador dog before. He is very friendly with his primary owner, but is shy to new people, loud noises or other over stimulation. He has not lived with children before, but I am highly confident he will enjoy living with children. Wilbur has been mostly an indoor cat with very occasional unsupervised outdoor times. He does not actively ask for attention unless he is hungry, but will NOT shy away or become defensive if you want to cuddle with him or pick him up. He very much enjoys chasing the laser pointer and any other moving objects. He especially enjoys the Churu treats.

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Tom

American Shorthair

Male, Young
San Jose, CA
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House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Affectionate, people-loving cat who enjoys long cuddles but also gives you space when you need it. He has an excellent temperament — calm, gentle, and easygoing — and truly enjoys being around people. Born March 2023, neutered, and indoor-only. He has no behavioral issues, is litter-box trained, healthy, and well cared for. An easy companion who fits naturally into daily life and would do especially well in a home looking for a relaxed, social cat.

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Blue

American Shorthair

Male, Young
San Jose, CA
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Blue is a special cat because of his friendly loving personality. He always wants hugs. He doesn’t meow often but he’ll softly meow to let you know it’s okay to hold him. He’s incredibly good in the house. He doesn’t scratch furniture. He only scratches the scratch pad we got him. He likes to drink running water. His diet consists of kibble only. Incredibly good house cat. Unfortunately my allergies are growing worse and it’s not reasonable for me to keep the cats in the house. Looking for a loving home for our dear blue. Thank you for looking - Curtis

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Monty

American Shorthair

Male, Young
San Jose, CA
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Good with kids, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
I first adopted Monty from a family who was fostering him. I have spent nearly two years (September will mark 2) with him. He IS a handful in terms of energy. He enjoys playing multiple times a day and has so much energy. I like to describe him as a dog in a cat’s body. The reason I need to re-home him is because I will be moving to a dormitory for school and cannot keep up with having two cats, especially one who requires SO much more attention and time. I would like to find Monty the family and home he deserves. If I fail to re-home him, he will be stuck at my parent’s house with little to no attention in the garage. I do not want that. He needs play time, love, cuddles. He would make an exceptional ESA because he physically stops me from crying by gently biting me and then getting as close to me as possible. He would do well in an energetic household. I do not know how he does with dogs and my other cat simply tolerates him…I would suggest he be the only pet.

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Joey

American Shorthair

Male, Kitten
San Jose, CA
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Good with kids, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Found this kitten on the street, he basically followed us home, got him neutered and vaccinated. He is a friendly curious little fellow, loves to be pet and to rub against your legs. We believe he was abandoned because he is so sweet and trusting that he doesn't appear feral at all. We can't keep him because we have a small space and an older cat that doesn't like any other animals. We are heartbroken and really want to find Joey a loving home!

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Sky

American Shorthair

Male, Adult
San Jose, CA
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Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Rehoming My Sweet Cat 🐾 I’m looking for a loving, experienced home for my cat. He is very quiet, gentle, affectionate, and well mannered. He loves calm environments and is a truly sweet companion. I adopted him about 2 years ago when he was little, and he has always been deeply loved. Unfortunately, due to serious health challenges in my family and myself, I can no longer provide the level of care he deserves. He does have health needs and has been seen by a vet, so I’m hoping to find someone patient and experienced who can give him stability, care, and love. This decision is extremely hard, but my priority is his well-being and happiness. He deserves a safe, peaceful home where he can thrive. Please reach out if you believe you can give him the loving home he deserves 🤍 Location is San Jose CA

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We'll also keep you updated on Wilbur's adoption status with email updates.
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Wilbur

American Shorthair

Male, Young
San Jose, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Wilbur is a domestic shorthair male cat around 1.5 years old. He has all immunization records up to date for October 2026, is neutered and litterbox trained. He had a comfortable and trauma-free life before, and should be very well adjusted to new environments (Aggression is probably NOT even in his vocabulary due to his peaceful life before). He has peacefully lived with a large Labrador dog before. He is very friendly with his primary owner, but is shy to new people, loud noises or other over stimulation. He has not lived with children before, but I am highly confident he will enjoy living with children. Wilbur has been mostly an indoor cat with very occasional unsupervised outdoor times. He does not actively ask for attention unless he is hungry, but will NOT shy away or become defensive if you want to cuddle with him or pick him up. He very much enjoys chasing the laser pointer and any other moving objects. He especially enjoys the Churu treats.

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We'll also keep you updated on Tom's adoption status with email updates.
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Tom

American Shorthair

Male, Young
San Jose, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Affectionate, people-loving cat who enjoys long cuddles but also gives you space when you need it. He has an excellent temperament — calm, gentle, and easygoing — and truly enjoys being around people. Born March 2023, neutered, and indoor-only. He has no behavioral issues, is litter-box trained, healthy, and well cared for. An easy companion who fits naturally into daily life and would do especially well in a home looking for a relaxed, social cat.

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We'll also keep you updated on Blue's adoption status with email updates.
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Blue

American Shorthair

Male, Young
San Jose, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Blue is a special cat because of his friendly loving personality. He always wants hugs. He doesn’t meow often but he’ll softly meow to let you know it’s okay to hold him. He’s incredibly good in the house. He doesn’t scratch furniture. He only scratches the scratch pad we got him. He likes to drink running water. His diet consists of kibble only. Incredibly good house cat. Unfortunately my allergies are growing worse and it’s not reasonable for me to keep the cats in the house. Looking for a loving home for our dear blue. Thank you for looking - Curtis

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We'll also keep you updated on Monty's adoption status with email updates.
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Monty

American Shorthair

Male, Young
San Jose, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
I first adopted Monty from a family who was fostering him. I have spent nearly two years (September will mark 2) with him. He IS a handful in terms of energy. He enjoys playing multiple times a day and has so much energy. I like to describe him as a dog in a cat’s body. The reason I need to re-home him is because I will be moving to a dormitory for school and cannot keep up with having two cats, especially one who requires SO much more attention and time. I would like to find Monty the family and home he deserves. If I fail to re-home him, he will be stuck at my parent’s house with little to no attention in the garage. I do not want that. He needs play time, love, cuddles. He would make an exceptional ESA because he physically stops me from crying by gently biting me and then getting as close to me as possible. He would do well in an energetic household. I do not know how he does with dogs and my other cat simply tolerates him…I would suggest he be the only pet.

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We'll also keep you updated on Joey's adoption status with email updates.
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Joey

American Shorthair

Male, Kitten
San Jose, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Found this kitten on the street, he basically followed us home, got him neutered and vaccinated. He is a friendly curious little fellow, loves to be pet and to rub against your legs. We believe he was abandoned because he is so sweet and trusting that he doesn't appear feral at all. We can't keep him because we have a small space and an older cat that doesn't like any other animals. We are heartbroken and really want to find Joey a loving home!

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We'll also keep you updated on Sky's adoption status with email updates.
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Sky

American Shorthair

Male, Adult
San Jose, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Rehoming My Sweet Cat 🐾 I’m looking for a loving, experienced home for my cat. He is very quiet, gentle, affectionate, and well mannered. He loves calm environments and is a truly sweet companion. I adopted him about 2 years ago when he was little, and he has always been deeply loved. Unfortunately, due to serious health challenges in my family and myself, I can no longer provide the level of care he deserves. He does have health needs and has been seen by a vet, so I’m hoping to find someone patient and experienced who can give him stability, care, and love. This decision is extremely hard, but my priority is his well-being and happiness. He deserves a safe, peaceful home where he can thrive. Please reach out if you believe you can give him the loving home he deserves 🤍 Location is San Jose CA

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Chatte

Bombay

Female, Young
San Jose, 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,
Story
Presenting my beloved cat, adopted from a shelter in 2023. She's now 4 years old and full of personality — a fluffy mix of calm, curiosity, and affection. She’s wonderfully friendly with new people and lives both indoors and outdoors. She does require a small bit of daily care: a once-a-day liquid medication and a little extra brushing, since her long, soft fur sheds throughout the year. But in return, you'll get a well-mannered, house-trained companion who: ✅ Is housetrained ✅ Doesn't scratch furniture ✅ Never bites/scratches people ✅ Doesn't spray She is loyal, low-maintenance, and deeply loving once she feels at home. If you think she might be the right fit for your home, I'd be happy to chat and answer any questions. Call or text me at (408) 755-6458. Thank you.

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American Shorthair shelters & rescues in San Jose, California

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

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5.1 miles

13th St Cats

Downtown San Jose, PO Box 8255, San Jose, CA 95155

Pet Types: cats

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22.6 miles

Paws That Matter

4061 East Castro Valley Boulevard, Suite 231, Castro Valley, CA 94552

Pet Types: cats, dogs, reptiles, small animals

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Rescue

25.9 miles

Nobody's Perfekt Cats

3810 Castro Valley Blvd., Suite 330, Castro Valley, CA 94546

Pet Types: cats

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26.4 miles

Town Cats

P.O. Box 1828, Morgan Hill, CA 95038

Pet Types: cats

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Rescue

35.8 miles

Companion Animal Community Center

Pacifica, CA 94044

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

37.3 miles

Community Concern For Cats

Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Pet Types: cats

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Rescue

38.1 miles

International Paw Angels SF

San Francisco, CA 94112

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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46.5 miles

Jelly's Place

2905 San Pablo Dam Road, San Pablo, CA 94803

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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48.3 miles

City of Stockton Animal Shelter

1575 S. LINCOLN ST, STOCKTON, CA 95206

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

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