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Toby

American Shorthair

Male, 7 yrs

Temecula, CA

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Toby is a sweet six-year-old boy with a cute chirpy meow, a face full of character, and a soft spot for head scratches and head butts. He’s social and friendly with people, and once he feels at home he’ll happily show off his playful and affectionate side. He’s a sensitive guy who gets overwhelmed in new spaces and needs a little extra time to settle in. When stress creeps in, he copes by over-grooming as a form of self-soothing. Fortunately, he’s doing well on a daily anti-anxiety medication that’s easily administered by rubbing it onto his inner ear once a day. Toby was also recently diagnosed with asthma, which is currently well controlled with a once-daily inhaler treatment. He’s very patient and cooperative about receiving it, making his routine simple and manageable. Toby would prefer a peaceful home where he can feel safe and loved. He’s not a good fit for a loud or busy home, and he’d prefer no dogs or young kids. He might do well with a calm, respectful cat friend although he would be happiest as the only cat in the home. This special boy has waited a long time for someone to look past the things that make him a little different and see the loving companion he truly is. Could you be the one he’s been waiting for?

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Keanu

American Shorthair

Male, Adult

Temecula, CA

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

This is Keanu. He’s 5 years old and is shy at first, but once he gets used to someone he’s very affectionate.

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Toby

American Shorthair

Male, 7 yrs

Temecula, CA

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

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Keanu

American Shorthair

Male, Adult

Temecula, CA

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

This is Keanu. He’s 5 years old and is shy at first, but once he gets used to someone he’s very affectionate.

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kiki

American Shorthair

Female, Adult

Murrieta, CA

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Kiki seems to have had a rough life. She is sweet and snuggly, but anyone unfamiliar is hard for her. She hates the dog, but we had a stray cat come to the back porch and she was extremely friendly. She has sat in the bedroom for 10 months because of the dog. I have tried to introduce them, but Sarah is too big and Ki is not willing. It breaks my heart. I would love to have her have a new home without a dog. Please help her. I love her and don’t want to take her to a shelter. She can’t stay in the bedroom. It’s hurtful

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Reeses

American Shorthair

Female, Senior

Fallbrook, CA

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Reeses is a senior rescue cat adopted from Alessandro Animal Hospital in Moreno Valley. Unfortunately shelter doesnt have any history on her previous home. But we do know shes a total couch potato who wants to lounge beside her person all day, feel safe and be cuddled. She thrives with someone who is home often and enjoys quiet companionship. While she isnt very active due to age, she still enjoys playing with toys. Reeses struggles with severe anxiety, she has tummy alopecia from licking so much due to this. So she needs an experienced cat owner (not suitable for first-time owners). She has never been on anxiety medication, but calming supplements or medication may help if her new person feels its right. She has no chronic health issues, aside from anxiety. Another important thing is that she has difficulty consistently using the litter box and may urinate outside of it. This is anxiety-related and will require patience and time to correct. Please meet all her needs🩷!

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Orange

American Shorthair

Male, Young

Lake Elsinore, CA

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Good with cats, House-trained,

Story

A community cat had kittens in my backyard and I befriended her. I allowed the mama and 3 kittens to come inside and took care of them. I was unable to get him fixed when I got mama and his brother the white kitty pictured fixed but I will assist in getting him fixed prior to adoption. I already have 5 cats so I cannot keep him and his brother unfortunately. Ideally I would love for him and his brother (the white kitty) to go together but it isn't a must. I prefer they go together because this little boy is nervous and doesn't love to be pet but is slowly warming up. He is not mean in anyway just cautious. He is bonded to his brother and they enjoy spending time together. I have no doubt that with time he will come around but he won't be cuddly on day one. If they go together I would combine adoption fee. He is litter box trained and good with other cats. Likely wouldn't be great for small children at this time since he is anxious.

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Winky

American Shorthair

Male, Young

Lake Elsinore, CA

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

A community cat had kittens in my backyard and I befriended her. This sweet boy had an eye infection and I knew it was important to get him help. I allowed the mama and 3 kittens to come inside and took care of them. I got him fixed at about 4 months old and he also got his shots at that time. I thought he would go back to be a community cat but he was too nervous and preferred to stay. I already have 5 cats so I cannot keep him and his brother unfortunately. Ideally I would love for him and his brother (the orange kitty) to go together but it isn't a must. He is a great help to his brother who is more nervous. Both boys are really sweet and love to play. They are litter box trained and overall a pleasure to have around. They were born on April 6th 2025 and are now 9 months old. I have dogs but they have not had much exposure I believe he could learn to be around dogs and he is fine around other cats. He should be fine with children as well as he has never swiped at me.

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American Shorthair shelters & rescues in Temecula, California

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Rescue

3.7 miles

Huey's Rescue

Temecula, CA 92591

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

Rescue

17.1 miles

ARE Animal Rescue

101 E. Florida Ave, Hemet, CA 92543

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

25.6 miles

ARRF (Animal Rescue Resource Foundation)

(we're a FOSTER program; NO SHELTER!), Carlsbad, CA 92011

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

26.1 miles

Furballs Furever Rescue

Escondido, CA 92027

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

Rescue

32.6 miles

Benevolent Animal Rescue Committee

P O Box CD, Cherry Valley, CA 92223

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

32.8 miles

One Mutt at a Time Rescue Foundation, Inc.

Riverside, CA 92506

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

33.7 miles

Precious Purrs Feline Rescue

Riverside, CA 92503

Pet Types: cats

Rescue

33.9 miles

Wet Noses Rescue

San Diego, CA 92067

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

37.2 miles

Right Fit Rescue

Yucaipa, CA 92399

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

37.4 miles

Frosted Faces Foundation

1448 Pine St, Ramona, CA 92065

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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