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Cherry and Butter

American Shorthair

Female, Young
New Haven, CT
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Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Cherry is the one with the dark right eye, Butter is the one with the light brown right eye. Cherry and Butter were born May 20, 2025. They are bffs and love to play together. I cannot fathom separating them so they have to go together. I care about them deeply but my schedule leaves me no time to actually be a pet parent and they deserve much better. They are friendly but Cherry can be very shy. Butter is more social. Since they grew up with their siblings, they’ll probably do well in a home with other cats. From my experience they behave well around kids. They are not vaccinated or spayed because I’ve had no time to get to it. I’d be happy to pay for half of those costs with proof of the vet bill. Id also be happy to help with any food/litter costs for the first 3 months.
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Tulip

American Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 10 mos
Milford, CT
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Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Tulip – A Quiet Beauty Ready to Bloom 🌷 Tulip is a stunning, independent girl who is learning the comforts of indoor life one day at a time. Though people can still be a little scary, she’s beginning to enjoy gentle affection and will even seek out a scratch or two when she’s feeling safe. She has a calm, observant nature and prefers to take her time getting to know new surroundings. Tulip coexists peacefully with dogs and isn’t afraid to set polite boundaries when needed. She would thrive in a patient, low-key home where she can adjust at her own pace and continue to grow in confidence. Tulip is being fostered in Madison, AL and will be spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped prior to adoption. If you're looking for a quiet, low-maintenance companion and have a heart for giving a shy cat the time she needs to trust, Tulip may be your perfect match. 💻 Apply to adopt on our website 📧 Questions? Email us at info@forrescue.net
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PEEWEE

American Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Branford, CT
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Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
PEEWEE IS IN HER FOSTER HOME IN MEMPHIS TN AND WILL BE TRANSPORTED TO CT ONCE SHE IS ADOPTED! This is PeeWee, a lovely small classic female kitty who was born around 6/28/2023.  She is a bit shy and reserved, but loves to roll over for a belly rub She loves NAPS under the covers.  She loves to be petted while on your lap.  The perfect work-from-home companion kitty.  She loves to play and loves all cat toys and is definitely loads of fun. She could probably be a single kitty, but would also do well with a friendly low-key kitty.  She has never been around dogs and is not recommended for a dog home. She is neutered, has had all age appropriate vaccines, microchip, and a confirmed NEGATIVE FIV/FeLV test.  The adoption fee of $295 also includes the transport.  We use a licensed and registered USDA transport company that will bring her up north once she is adopted. If you are interested in adopting, please go to our website and complete an online application using this link: http://www.newbeginningsanimalrescue.net.   Once your application is received and processed you will be contacted by an NBAR Volunteer. THANK YOU FOR CONSIDERING ADOPTING A RESCUED PET! Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.March 7, 2026, 10:36 am
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MULLIGAN

American Shorthair

Male, Young
Branford, CT
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
MULLIGAN IS IN HIS FOSTER HOME IN MEMPHIS, TN, AND WILL BE TRANSPORTED TO CT ONCE ADOPTED!    Mulligan is a sleek black beauty with a small white patch on his chest and a heart full of love. About a year old, he’s incredibly sweet and affectionate, with a motor that never quits—this boy  loves  to purr. Dinner time is his favorite event of the day, and when he’s not eating, he’s busy exploring, playing, and soaking up attention. Mulligan would thrive in a home with another cat for companionship and playtime. He’s truly precious and promises years of laughter, love, and joy for his lucky family. He is fully vetted. Vetting includes spay/neuter, microchip, rabies and all cat vaccinations. His adoption fee of $300 includes the transport to CT. We use a licensed and registered USDA transport company that will bring Mulligan up north to his new family.   If you have any questions, please email us at: newbeginnings_animalrescue@yahoo.com   You can apply to adopt Mulligan here: www.newbeginningsanimalrescue.net   THANK YOU FOR CONSIDERING ADOPTING A RESCUED PET! Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.March 7, 2026, 10:36 am
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SOOKIE

American Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Branford, CT
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Please contact Brenda (brenda2613@att.net) for more information about this pet. SOOKIE IS IN HER FOSTER HOME IN MEMPHIS TN AND WILL BE TRANSPORTED TO CT ONCE SHE IS ADOPTED! This is Sookie, a lovely mostly white bicolor female kitty who was born 7/23/2024. She is very affectionate and playful. The perfect work-from-home companion kitty. She loves to play and loves all cat toys and is definitely loads of fun.  She is neutered, has had all age appropriate vaccines, microchip, and a confirmed NEGATIVE FIV/FeLV test.  The adoption fee of $295 also includes the transport up North. We use a licensed and registered USDA transport company that will bring her up north once she is adopted. If you are interested in adopting, please go to our website and complete an online application using this link:  https://newbeginningsanimalrescue.net/adoption-application   Once your application is received and processed you will be contacted by an NBAR Volunteer. THANK YOU FOR CONSIDERING ADOPTING A RESCUED PET! Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.March 7, 2026, 10:36 am
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ERIKA

American Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Branford, CT
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Please contact Brenda (brenda2613@att.net) for more information about this pet. ERIKA IS IN HER FOSTER HOME IN MEMPHIS TN AND WILL BE TRANSPORTED TO CT ONCE SHE IS ADOPTED! This is Erika, a lovely mostly white bicolor female kitty who was born 7/23/2024. She is very affectionate and playful. The perfect work-from-home companion kitty. She loves to play and loves all cat toys and is definitely loads of fun.  She is neutered, has had all age appropriate vaccines, microchip, and a confirmed NEGATIVE FIV/FeLV test.  The adoption fee of $295 also includes the transport up North. We use a licensed and registered USDA transport company that will bring her up north once she is adopted. If you are interested in adopting, please go to our website and complete an online application using this link:  https://newbeginningsanimalrescue.net/adoption-application   Once your application is received and processed you will be contacted by an NBAR Volunteer. THANK YOU FOR CONSIDERING ADOPTING A RESCUED PET! Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.March 7, 2026, 10:36 am

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Friends of Rescue Transport to Milford, CT

Milford, CT 06460

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New Beginnings Animal Rescue - Branford, CT Transport

Branford, CT 06405

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Foster and Forever Pet Rescue

PO Box 284, Naugatuck, CT 06770

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Meriden Humane Society

311 Murdock Ave, Meriden, CT 06450

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22.5 miles

A Stone's Throw Dog Rescue

Wolcott, CT 06716

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23.6 miles

Danbury Animal Welfare Society

147 Grassy Plain St, Bethel, CT 06801

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31.4 miles

Animal Welfare Society, Inc.

8 Dodd Road, New Milford, CT 06776

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32.7 miles

TNR Taskforce, Inc.

Ronkonkoma, NY 11779

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46.3 miles

Pioneers for Animal Welfare Society - PAWS

P.O. Box 861, Hicksville, NY 11802

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