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American Shorthair kittens & cats in St Petersburg, Florida

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

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These American Shorthairs are available in St Petersburg, Florida.
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Baby Biscuits

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
St. Petersburg, FL
Size
(when grown) -
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Spayed or Neutered,
Story
I am just a baby and very timid. I am looking for someone patient who will love me, keep me safe, and enjoy my companionship. *** To apply to adopt one of our animals, please go to our website, http://www.cjpaws.org and visit the Adoptions page. *** Pets can be viewed by appointment only and an approved application is required to make an appointment to meet one of our animals. It can take up to 24 hours to respond to your application and an additional 1-2 business days to have your application approved. Not all applications will be approved. Applications that are incomplete will not be approved. Please include all veterinary information, as we will be contacting your veterinarian. If you have never had a pet before and thus do not have an established vet either in the area or in an area you previously lived in, we recommend adopting from your local Animal Services. Our adoption fee covers spay/neuter, age-appropriate vaccinations, deworming, monthly flea medication while in our rescue, any medications while in our rescue, an FIV/FeLV test, and the unconditional love of your new family member. Our rescue does not continue to pay for flea medication, vaccinations, deworming, or any other medications after the animal is adopted. All costs and fees accrued after adoption are the responsibility of the new family.
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Gidget

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
St. Petersburg, FL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Hi I'm gidget but I respond more to Cali as that was my former humans nickname for me before she died. I miss her very much but still have so much more love to give as I'm only around 7 years old. I'm a little shy considering everything, but if you have a little patience I promise we will be great friends. ** To apply to adopt one of our animals, please go to our website, www.cjpaws.org and visit the Adoptions page. Or copy and paste into your browser: http://www.cjpaws.org/adopt/app/ *** Pets can be viewed by appointment only and an approved application is required to make an appointment to meet one of our animals. It can take up to 24 hours to respond to your application and an additional 1-2 business days to have your application approved. Not all applications will be approved. Applications that are incomplete will not be approved. Please include all veterinary information, as we will be contacting your veterinarian. Our non-refundable adoption fee covers spay/neuter, age appropriate vaccinations, deworming, monthly flea medication while in our rescue, any medications while in our rescue, an FeLV/FIV test, and the unconditional love of your new family member. Our rescue does not continue to pay for flea medication, vaccinations, deworming, or any other medications after the animal is adopted. All costs and fees accrued after adoption are the responsibility of the new family.

Or, how about these American Shorthairs in cities near St Petersburg, Florida

These American Shorthairs are available for adoption close to St Petersburg, Florida.
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Daphne Moon

American Shorthair

Female, Young
Pinellas Park, FL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
I found Daphne outside when I was brooding ducklings. I didn’t want a cat getting any ideas about an easy-access snack, so I brought her inside & realized she was pregnant. She spent a few days isolated from my other animals, but eventually I was able to set up an indoor nesting area for her. I did take her to the vet once, she does not have worms or feline leukemia. They did an xray to check on the kittens, but didn’t mention anything abnormal about her anatomy when they saw it. She has not been spayed yet & had her kittens going on 9 weeks ago. She is an absolutely lovely cat, she loves to be paid attention to & pet, she doesn’t fuss when held, she lets me clip her nails & get her eye boogies off easily. She hasn’t once gone to the bathroom other than in a litter box & gets along without any issues with other cats. The only caveat is she does NOT LIKE DOGS. She got better at tolerating their existence, but when they get near her she hisses, growls, & sometimes throws claws.
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Choo

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Largo, FL
Size
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Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I need to find my cat a new home, ideally with multiple people in the household so she can receive the attention she needs. I have allergies and between that and her high strung nature, I cannot be a home for her any longer. She is declawed (this was done last year because of how destructive she was with claws).
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Luna

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Clearwater, FL
Size
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This is Luna! She is a super sweet and loving kitty we inherited from a friend. However, with our busy schedules we just do not have the time to give her all the loving she deserves. She is 3 years old and I have all of her shot records still. She is friendly with other dogs, but shouldn’t be in a home with super hyper ones. She would do better with calmer or older dogs. We do not have any other cats, so I’m not sure how she would do with them. She is very chill, so I’d imagine with some slow introducing they’d be the best of friends. She is extremely loving. She’s always wanting pets or loving. She loves her cat tree and sunbathing in the window.
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Nikki

American Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Tampa, FL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Nikki is a super sweet 8 month old kitten looking for her forever home! She is cat and kid approved. She is a super fun and playful kitty who would love another kitty friend in the home to play with. She is curious and will add so much light into your life! She can't wait to meet her forever home! www.compassionkind.org/adopt ##1780366##
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Moxie

American Shorthair

Male, Adult
Dunedin, FL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Moxie is a sweet boy who we found outsideif out house as a kitten. He was scared and afraid of people. We worked with him until he came out of his shell. He's still very timid and doesn't like to be held. He does have an allergy in the spring and will scratch his neck silly. So long as you keep up with his flea medication he is fine. I have a lot of pets and feel he would be better in a quiet home. He likes to hang out with the Siamese cat pictured and I would love to see them stay together but it's not mandatory. Please contact with any questions.
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Faith

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Tampa, FL
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
Faith is a 2 year old lovable kitty that needs a home. She is anindoor cat and never goes outside.

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Elvis Presley

Bombay

Male, Adult
St. Petersburg, FL
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Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You "Can't Help Falling in Love" with this adorable Bombay kitten. Sleek and shiny, playful and cute. He is sure to put the "Magic Touch" in your life. *** To apply to adopt one of our animals, please go to our website, http://www.cjpaws.org and visit the Adoptions page. *** Pets can be viewed by appointment only and an approved application is required to make an appointment to meet one of our animals. It can take up to 24 hours to respond to your application and an additional 1-2 business days to have your application approved. Not all applications will be approved. Applications that are incomplete will not be approved. Please include all veterinary information, as we will be contacting your veterinarian. If you have never had a pet before and thus do not have an established vet either in the area or in an area you previously lived in, we recommend adopting from your local Animal Services. Our adoption fee covers spay/neuter, age-appropriate vaccinations, deworming, monthly flea medication while in our rescue, any medications while in our rescue, an FIV/FeLV test, and the unconditional love of your new family member. Our rescue does not continue to pay for flea medication, vaccinations, deworming, or any other medications after the animal is adopted. All costs and fees accrued after adoption are the responsibility of the new family.
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Cookie Crisp

Bombay

Female, Young
St. Petersburg, FL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
This little cookie has never met a lap she didn’t like. She is ALWAYS on her fosters lap, and sleeps curled up next to her at night. And if that wasn’t perfect enough, she also doesn’t mind dogs! Born 4/16/23 ** To apply to adopt one of our animals, please go to our website, www.cjpaws.org and visit the Adoptions page. Or copy and paste into your browser: http://www.cjpaws.org/adopt/app/ *** A large majority of our pets are at Petsmart in Lighthouse Crossing, 3993 Tyrone Blvd. St. Petersburg, FL 33709. Pets can be viewed by appointment only and an approved application is required to make an appointment to meet one of our animals. It can take up to 24 hours to respond to your application and an additional 1-2 business days to have your application approved. Not all applications will be approved. Applications that are incomplete will not be approved. Please include all veterinary information, as we will be contacting your veterinarian. Our non-refundable adoption fee covers spay/neuter, age appropriate vaccinations, deworming, monthly flea medication while in our rescue, any medications while in our rescue, an FeLV/FIV test, and the unconditional love of your new family member. Our rescue does not continue to pay for flea medication, vaccinations, deworming, or any other medications after the animal is adopted. All costs and fees accrued after adoption are the responsibility of the new family.
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Raisin Bran

Bombay

Female, Young
St. Petersburg, FL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
** To apply to adopt one of our animals, please go to our website, www.cjpaws.org and visit the Adoptions page. Or copy and paste into your browser: http://www.cjpaws.org/adopt/app/ *** A large majority of our pets are at Petsmart in Lighthouse Crossing, 3993 Tyrone Blvd. St. Petersburg, FL 33709. Pets can be viewed by appointment only and an approved application is required to make an appointment to meet one of our animals. It can take up to 24 hours to respond to your application and an additional 1-2 business days to have your application approved. Not all applications will be approved. Applications that are incomplete will not be approved. Please include all veterinary information, as we will be contacting your veterinarian. Our non-refundable adoption fee covers spay/neuter, age appropriate vaccinations, deworming, monthly flea medication while in our rescue, any medications while in our rescue, an FeLV/FIV test, and the unconditional love of your new family member. Our rescue does not continue to pay for flea medication, vaccinations, deworming, or any other medications after the animal is adopted. All costs and fees accrued after adoption are the responsibility of the new family.

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American Shorthair shelters & rescues in St Petersburg, Florida

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1.9 miles

CJPaws Rescue

Whiskers Workspace, 4699 Central Avenue, Suite 200, St. Petersburg, FL 33713

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1.9 miles

CJPaws Rescue

Whiskers Workspace, 4699 Central Avenue, Suite 200, St. Petersburg, FL 33713

Pet Types: cats

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14.9 miles

Compassion Kind Foundation

Tampa, FL 33607

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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20.3 miles

Tampa Bay Strays

Tampa, FL 33688

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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20.3 miles

Tampa Bay Strays

Tampa, FL 33688

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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20.3 miles

Tampa Bay Strays

Tampa, FL 33688

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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29.7 miles

The Little Cats' Rescue, Inc.

New Port Richey, FL, New Port Richey, FL 34653

Pet Types: cats

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29.7 miles

The Little Cats' Rescue, Inc.

New Port Richey, FL, New Port Richey, FL 34653

Pet Types: cats

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43.6 miles

Hooves, Paws, and Claws Animal Sanctuary of Florida

4455 Kersey Rd Myakka City, Myakka City, FL 34251

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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43.6 miles

Hooves, Paws, and Claws Animal Sanctuary of Florida

4455 Kersey Rd Myakka City, Myakka City, FL 34251

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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