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American Shorthair kittens & cats in Asheville, North Carolina

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These American Shorthairs are available in Asheville, North Carolina.
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Cookie

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Asheville, NC
Size
(when grown) -
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Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Cookie is a 5-year-old black-and-white beauty with a heart as soft as her fur and a personality just as sweet as her name suggests. She was lovingly named after “Grandma Cookie” and has carried that legacy of comfort, calm, and gentle companionship ever since. Cookie is an independent gal who thrives in a quiet home where she can be the one and only queen of your heart (and your windowsills). She’s got opinions, and she’s not shy about sharing them—especially if treats are involved. Shake the snack box and she’ll come trotting with the most adorable meow and a hopeful stare. She’s low-maintenance, affectionate on her terms, and a perfect match for someone looking for a mellow, loving feline roommate.

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These American Shorthairs are available for adoption close to Asheville, North Carolina.
We'll also keep you updated on Cookie's adoption status with email updates.
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Cookie

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Asheville, NC
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Cookie is a 5-year-old black-and-white beauty with a heart as soft as her fur and a personality just as sweet as her name suggests. She was lovingly named after “Grandma Cookie” and has carried that legacy of comfort, calm, and gentle companionship ever since. Cookie is an independent gal who thrives in a quiet home where she can be the one and only queen of your heart (and your windowsills). She’s got opinions, and she’s not shy about sharing them—especially if treats are involved. Shake the snack box and she’ll come trotting with the most adorable meow and a hopeful stare. She’s low-maintenance, affectionate on her terms, and a perfect match for someone looking for a mellow, loving feline roommate.
We'll also keep you updated on Tiger's adoption status with email updates.
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Tiger

American Shorthair

Male, Young
Candler, NC
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Tiger has the best temperament. He is very affectionate and loves to spend time with his people. He is a wonderful little boy, but with three busy teenagers, we don’t have the time to devote to him that he needs. We would love to see him go to a loving home.
We'll also keep you updated on Cleo's adoption status with email updates.
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Cleo

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Old Fort, NC
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Cleo started appearing in my yard in October and Ive been feeding her since. She was shy at first but quickly became very friendly and loving. I have gotten her up to date on her shots and she was already fixed when I found her. She stays outside but she definitely wants to come inside. She enjoys belly rubs, booty pats and rubbing against your ankles. Shes the sweetest cat Ive ever met. Never tried to bite or claw me and she lets me pick her up. I would really like to find her a loving home that she could be an indoor kitty. It's not safe and getting too cold outside for her.
We'll also keep you updated on ALF's adoption status with email updates.
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ALF

American Shorthair

Male, Young
Marion, NC
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
ALF got his name because he came to us as a 1 week old kitten with huge eyes that made him look a bit like an alien. ALF is a quiet guy, but still loves to wrestle with his foster siblings. His favorite things are to laze around in the screened in porch or perch himself somewhere to watch out the window. He likes to be pet and held. He starts purring as soon as you look at him. He gets along with dogs and cats. He lives with cockatiel birds and just watches them. He's a chill and respectful guy. He has a cute crick in his tail which makes him unique. He had the crick when he came into the rescue. We think his umbilical cord was wrapped around his tail when he was born. It doesn't stop him from waving it around as he struts through the house. DOB: ~9/14/24 ALF is neutered, current on his distemper and rabies vaccines, microchipped and was combo tested negative. If interested in ALF, please fill out an adoption application: https://new.shelterluv.com/form/other/MFAR/42224-mfar-adoption-application
We'll also keep you updated on Gizmo's adoption status with email updates.
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Gizmo

American Shorthair

Male, Young
Marion, NC
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Gizmo. This boy is a handsome cow kitty. He is quiet and sweet. He loves to play and explore new things in his foster home. He gets along with the other cats and the dogs in his foster home. DOB: 4/27/25 Gizmo is neutered, current on his vaccinations, dewormed and microchipped. If interested in adopting Gizmo, please fill out an adoption application: https://new.shelterluv.com/form/other/MFAR/42224-mfar-adoption-application
We'll also keep you updated on Jupiter's adoption status with email updates.
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Jupiter

American Shorthair

Male, Young
Marion, NC
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Jupiter is a gentle and affectionate guy. He's playful and chill. He gets along with the other cats/kittens in his foster home and doesn't mind the dogs either, even when they're acting like crazy idiots. DOB: 3/30/25 Jupiter is neutered, current on his vaccinations, dewormed and microchipped. If interested in adopting Jupiter, please fill out an adoption application: https://new.shelterluv.com/form/other/MFAR/42224-mfar-adoption-application

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Claire

British Shorthair

Female, 9 mos
Asheville, NC
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Asheville, NC At 8.5 months, Arthur & Claire have grown out of the crazy kitten phase & settled into the loving, playful kitten stage. They love attention probably because they have spent the majority of their lives in a shelter. They really want their FurEver family. Can’t wait to meet them? Stop by Patton Avenue Pet Company downtown for a visit. Apply at fureverfriendsavl.org & a volunteer will be in touch. #wheresmyfamily #PattonAvenuePetCompany #FurEverFriendsAvl

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American Shorthair shelters & rescues in Asheville, North Carolina

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30.8 miles

Mercy Fund Animal Rescue, Inc.

PO Box 2371, Marion, NC 28752

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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38.6 miles

Crescent cottage cats inc

238 Mapleswamp Rd, Chuckey, TN 37641

Pet Types: cats

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38.9 miles

Willow Foster and Ferals

Erwin, TN 37650

Pet Types: cats

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39.5 miles

Foxy Family Rescue

Cosby, TN 37722

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

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