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American Shorthair kittens & cats in Virginia Beach, Virginia

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

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Adopt an American Shorthair near you in Virginia Beach, Virginia

These American Shorthairs are available in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
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Bash

American Shorthair

Male, Young
Virginia Beach, VA
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Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained,
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Arlo

American Shorthair

Male, Adult
Virginia Beach, VA
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Arlo is an amazing furry friend. We inherited him from his mother around 6-7 weeks old. He is now 3-4 years old and is a very loving cat that loves to cuddle & eat. My fiance and I recently moved in with family, and due to circumstances her is not allowed to roam freely like he used to. He has been in a cage with another cat we have named Leo, and he is starting to become very unhappy with his living conditions, causing behavioral problems. Weset up a cat enclosure outside to convert him to an outdoor cat, but I rather him be inside a home where he is comfortable and dry. I believe with the right person and patience he can find a home that will suit him well.

Or, how about these American Shorthairs in cities near Virginia Beach, Virginia

These American Shorthairs are available for adoption close to Virginia Beach, Virginia.
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Oreo

American Shorthair

Male, Adult
Norfolk, VA
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Good with kids, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Oreo is a sweet, lovable, kind kitty. He loves to be cuddled and will tell you so. His favorite pastimes are sleeping and watching tv. He loves the chase the mouse videos on YouTube. He needs someone who can give lots of attention to him and monitor his diet to help him lose weight so he can live his best life.
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Leia

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Portsmouth, VA
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Hello. This is my mother’s cat, Leia. My mom has recently passed in November, I have tried taking her in as my own but I have two other cats and she grew up with a brother (who also lives with me) we got him not too long after her, she can coexist with other animals without having major behavioral issues but I can see she isn’t happy with having other cats around. All she does is hide when the other cats are around all day long, I have tried providing a better quality of life for her as much as possible but I can still see she doesn’t enjoy being around the other cats. She is sweet but can be shy at first. You can earn her trust easy, you have to be patient with her though. She does very well on her own, she will snuggle with you if you have a comfy blanket, she loves those cardboard scratchers. She will come with everything, toys, food, water fountain, litter box. All she needs is a loving home, I want her to be happier and it’s clear to me she would be better off as an only cat.
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Sam

American Shorthair

Female, Young
Portsmouth, VA
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
My husband and I are moving overseas and would love to try and rehome Sam rather than take her to a shelter. She’s such a snuggle bug and will curl right up next to you! She’s the sweetest and extremely social.
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Dak and Dallas

American Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Newport News, VA
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
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We have 2 10 week old kittens. Brother and sister. Both are up to date on shots. Healthy and ready for adoption. Litter trained and eat hard and soft food.
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Amanda

American Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs
Hayes, VA
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Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
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Meet Amanda! She came to us in July 2022 with her sister Katlyn after being born under a porch (mom is feral and has been fixed then returned to her neighborhood). Amanda is now an 11-month-old kitten looking for a loving family. She loves climbing on her cat tower, cuddling on her terms, and chasing the laser light. She is being fostered with other cats and dogs too. Amanda has a calm demeanor, she is always watching the shenanigans around her. She is litterbox trained, spayed, dewormed, flea and parasite-free, and FIV/FeLV negative. She will make a great addition to most families! If you are interested in adoption; DO NOT CALL, please complete an online application on 4 Paws Animal Rescue's website at www.4pawz.org. We verify the care of past/current pets. Our goal is to have the very best home for all our dogs and cats, and therefore, we reserve the right to approve or deny an application based on what we determine is in the pet's best interest. #lovecatsforever #kittens #kitty  #rescuedisthebest #cats #catsareacommittment #rescuecat #lovecats #adopt #adoptdontshop
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Tina

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Williamsburg, VA
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House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Loving cat Two years old A bit shy around strangers

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PO Box 1624, Hayes, VA 23072

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