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American Shorthair kittens & cats in Knoxville, Tennessee

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These American Shorthairs are available in Knoxville, Tennessee.
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Tippy

American Shorthair

Male, 5 yrs
Knoxville, TN
Size
(when grown) -
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats,
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Little Man

American Shorthair

Male, 1 yr 9 mos
Knoxville, TN
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats,
Story
Meet Little Man! He`s a beautiful, weird, and funny kitty boy. He is very independent and loves other cats and dogs. Little Man needs lots of active play time with someone who understands cat behavior. He would do best in a home without small kids because he can play rough at times. He loves to perch up high and snuggle in his bed when its rest time. LM keeps his beautiful coat spotless and loves treats. Please apply to meet him today!
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Zebedee

American Shorthair

Male, 5 yrs 2 mos
Knoxville, TN
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(when grown) -
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats,
Story
Zebedee (we call him Zee) is a gentleman who has seen some hard times and is ready for some pampering in a real home. He is believed to have lived years on the streets and has some missing teeth and scars that show it. He doesn`t want to go back out there, though. He no longer thrives in the community and much prefers a kitty hide-away inside and a human to give him loads of calm attention and snuggles. It will take him some time to adjust to new people and he gets very nervous with groups of people, but with a little quiet patience he shows that he is truly a lover at heart. He most wants to spend his time snuggling at your side. He currently lives with other cats and dogs in foster care. Apply online to meet this sweet gentleman!
We'll also keep you updated on Toast's adoption status with email updates.
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Toast

American Shorthair

Male, Adult
Knoxville, TN
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats,
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Tippy

American Shorthair

Male, 5 yrs
Knoxville, TN
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats,
Story
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We'll also keep you updated on Little Man's adoption status with email updates.
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Little Man

American Shorthair

Male, 1 yr 9 mos
Knoxville, TN
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats,
Story
Meet Little Man! He`s a beautiful, weird, and funny kitty boy. He is very independent and loves other cats and dogs. Little Man needs lots of active play time with someone who understands cat behavior. He would do best in a home without small kids because he can play rough at times. He loves to perch up high and snuggle in his bed when its rest time. LM keeps his beautiful coat spotless and loves treats. Please apply to meet him today!
We'll also keep you updated on Zebedee's adoption status with email updates.
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Zebedee

American Shorthair

Male, 5 yrs 2 mos
Knoxville, TN
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats,
Story
Zebedee (we call him Zee) is a gentleman who has seen some hard times and is ready for some pampering in a real home. He is believed to have lived years on the streets and has some missing teeth and scars that show it. He doesn`t want to go back out there, though. He no longer thrives in the community and much prefers a kitty hide-away inside and a human to give him loads of calm attention and snuggles. It will take him some time to adjust to new people and he gets very nervous with groups of people, but with a little quiet patience he shows that he is truly a lover at heart. He most wants to spend his time snuggling at your side. He currently lives with other cats and dogs in foster care. Apply online to meet this sweet gentleman!
We'll also keep you updated on Toast's adoption status with email updates.
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Toast

American Shorthair

Male, Adult
Knoxville, TN
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(when grown) -
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats,
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We'll also keep you updated on Cooper's adoption status with email updates.
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Cooper

American Shorthair

Male, Senior
Maryville, TN
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Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I’ve had Cooper since he was a kitten in 2013. He’s my boy. I love him. But he can be a grumpy old man. He snuggles me all the time and loves to play, he still has the energy and athleticism that he did 10 years ago. However, he can’t be around young children. It stresses him out and he attacks my toddler, completely unprovoked, despite the fact that my kiddo is nothing but sweet and gentle with him. We tried vet visits, extra attention, extra space, etc. and nothing has worked. He gets along fine with dogs, but he does pick on our other cat sometimes. They do snuggle and typically get along though. Ideally, I really think he’d do great in a calm household with no young children where he can relax for his remaining years. I’m very upset that it’s come to this, but I have to put my kiddos safety first. I’m willing to travel to ensure he ends up in a great home. Please feel free to reach out if you or someone you know could provide a loving home for Cooper. Thank you.
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Indy

American Shorthair

Male, 4 yrs 2 mos
Cosby, TN
Size
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Indy is a mellow, reserved gentleman who I've finally gained the trust of. He is a sweet cat who can be a big scardy cat at times. He will do best in a more clam paced environment. Indy we think is around 4 years old and he is FIV positive . He is at this time pretty healthy and not symptomatic . He is good with a litterbox and will be adopted to an indoor only home. He is neutered, microchipped, utd on vaccines felv negative and again is fiv +

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Fritz FIV+

Bombay

Male
Knoxville, TN
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Fritz is a very sweet and loving boy. He will make a fantastic companion. He is FIV+. He unfortunately doesn't like other cats . He wants all the attention for himself. If you give this sweet boy a chance you will not be disappointed.November 6, 2024, 8:16 am
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Binx

Bombay

Male
Knoxville, TN
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Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Hello, my name is Binx. I am around 3 years old. I am a lover of pets and cuddles. I usually play well with others but I take a little longer with other females. I can be good with dogs if introduced properly. My litter box manners are top notch and my foster says I have the most beautiful eyes so we do like to look at each .April 24, 2025, 12:24 pm
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Ever

Bombay

Female
Knoxville, TN
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Ever, a beautiful, mostly black, retired momma kitty, about 1.5 years old. She would make a wonderful addition to most families! She is a very gentle kitty and gets along well with other cats. Now that her kittens are adopted, her playful side is coming out and she enjoys playing chase with other cats and batting at toy wands! She also enjoys being pet and being told she is a good girl and very beautiful! She has excellent litter box manners.November 6, 2024, 8:16 am

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American Shorthair shelters & rescues in Knoxville, Tennessee

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Shelter

9.9 miles

Young-Williams Animal Center

3201 Division Street, Knoxville, TN 37919

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

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9.9 miles

Young-Williams Animal Center - pets in foster homes

foster homes, Knoxville, TN 37919

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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40.3 miles

Foxy Family Rescue

Cosby, TN 37722

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

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