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American Shorthair kittens & cats in Lancaster, Pennsylvania

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Sophie

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Lititz, PA
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Not good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Sophie is a cute, cuddly 8-year-old female cat whose elderly owner has to move into a hospice facility in January 2026. She had a rough kittenhood on the streets but as an adult has settled into domestic life. Sophie is healthy and has been receiving annual vet care. Unfortunately, her owner, in declining physical health and also caring for a second cat that has bullied Sophie, has been neglecting to provide Sophie with a clean litter box of her own, which has resulted in some litter box avoidance. Ideally, Sophie needs an experienced cat owner who provide her with a clean litter box and be a little patient as she adjusts back to a proper litter protocol. Sophie's sweet personality will reward you with lots of love and affection!
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Cassandra

American Shorthair

Female, Senior
Lititz, PA
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Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Cassandra is a 10-year-old female cat who was adopted from a shelter several years ago. Her current owner is elderly and must move into a hospice in January 2026, so she needs a new home as soon as possible. Cassandra is a mature, independent, and undemanding girl who will serenely watch you go about your daily activities from her favorite perch. She is a bit territorial when it comes to other cats, so she would do best in a household where she is the only cat. Cassandra is healthy, active, and has been receiving annual vet checks. Although she is 10 years old, she has years of love left to give.
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Noodles

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Manheim, PA
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Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Would like for her and her sister Mia to go together. And maybe her mom willow too. Good friendly cats just don't have the means anymore. Needs a clean home. Other animals are fine as long as they are not full of energy and Will chase them. All are fixed and healthy. Her and mom are fat rolly polly cats. Name noodles cause when you pick her up she is like a limp noodle. Love getting bellies rubbed. Sister Mia is little squirrely but friendly little cuddles too. Noodles loves to lay on your leg when sitting.
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Vixen

American Shorthair

Female, Senior
Ephrata, PA
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Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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***SPECIAL:MEDICAL NEEDS REHOME*** Vixen is a sweet and timid senior lady. She is experiencing some severe medical issues and we are unable financially afford the care she needs. We also have a male black shorthair with ongoing medical issues I have a separate posting for. Hoping to find a rescue or someone who can offer them the best medial care.
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Pretty kitty

American Shorthair

Female, Young
Wrightsville, PA
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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Stray cat that we rescued 2 years ago, great with people kids and pets we just don’t have the ability to take care of her the way she needs to be
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Sushi

American Shorthair

Male, Adult
Elizabethtown, PA
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House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. 2nd Chance 4 Life Rescue is primarily a sanctuary for senior and medically needy dogs.  Every once in awhile you will see younger dogs but for the most part our dogs live out their life at the ranch at the request of their previous owners or their owners families.  We have many sponsorship dogs.  Our sponsors love to keep in touch and know how their sponsored fur buddy is doing :) When we have foster families we are thrilled to be able to take adoptable younger dogs :)  So if you have ever thought about becoming fosters please feel free to go to our foster/volunteer page and fill out an application. The Ranch located at 737 Taylor Rd., Windsor, PA is always looking for dedicated volunteers that will commit to at least a 2 hour shift per week at the rescue.  Volunteers work in play yards, help with laundry and feeding.  Some enjoy landscaping or carpentry projects and some like to bake for the healing center visitors :) Thank you for supporting our mission of caring for the elderly and medically needy souls that need us! HI! Im Sushi! I showed up on the Ranch property with my brother Billy. I was a little shy and nervous at first, but once I got comfortable my personality started to shine! I love people and love to play! String toys are my favorite. I am an expert cuddler and love giving head bumps to my favorite people! Im a little unsure of those things that they call dogs so I prefer a home either without them or a cat savvy dog with people who understand slow, steady and controlled introductions. Im fine with other kitties, but again, would need a person who understands slow and steady introductions. Wouldn't it be PAWSOME if Billy and I could go together since he's my Bestie?  Please won't you give me a home to call my own??Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.Please fill out an adoption application: Adoption application (Dog) Adoption Application (Cat)   Please understand we do not adopt out dogs to families with children under the age of 5. We do not adopt dogs to renters. Some dogs will have fence requirements while others may not. A pet is a lifetime commitment. The dogs and cats in our system find themselves there, for the most part, because their humans did not have the same loyalty to them as they did to their owners. We do not take the adoption process lightly, and will do everything in our power to make sure the animal is placed correctly the first time around for your sake and theirs. Thank you for choosing to adopt not shop! January 5, 2026, 9:34 pm

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15.6 miles

2nd Chance 4 Life Rescue

PO Box 549, Elizabethtown, PA 17022

Pet Types: dogs

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21.9 miles

Poe's Rescue Fund - PA

Parkesburg, PA 19365

Pet Types: cats

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29.8 miles

Castaway Critters, the James A. Hueholt Memorial Foundation

PO Box 1421, Harrisburg, PA 17105

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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32.7 miles

LaMancha Animal Rescue

Unionville, PA 19375

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals, horses

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48.2 miles

Hinde's Animal Rescue Team

65 S Pennell Road, Media, PA 19063

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals, rabbits, small animals

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49.8 miles

Pawsibilities Animal Rescue

4045 Skippack Pike, Skippack Village, Skippack, PA 19474

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

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