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Kittens and cats in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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The Golden Girls

Domestic Shorthair

Female,
Lansdowne, PA
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Spayed or Neutered,
Story
These three ladies were trapped as part of a TNR project after their owner became ill, lost her home, and they ended up outside with a Lansdowne colony. The sisters were social and clearly not meant for outdoor life, so they were brought into foster together. They were previously spayed, had their shots updated, and they tested negative. They will be microchipped. If you guessed Blanche, Rose, and Dorothy (left to right), you are correct! They absolutely have the personalities of their TV namesakes, as you can see. Blanche and Rose immediately took over their foster home, exploring and enjoying window time together. Dorothy wasn’t so sure and elected to stay in her crate till she was darned good and ready to venture out and join the others. She has come very far in just a few short weeks and is as friendly as can be these days. After all they’ve been through losing their owner and their home, it would be a dream if these playful besties could stay together and become someone’s instant feline family, but other scenarios are possible. Put on your best caftan, grab some cheesecake, and meet The Golden Girls! Applications being accepted.   To learn more about Blanche, Rose, and Dorothy and other pets available for adoption, and to download an adoption application, please visit www.animalfriendsoflansdowne.org. Animal Friends of Lansdowne is a non-profit, all-volunteer community rescue, now in their 18th year of operation. Animal Friends of Lansdowne Post Office Box 869 Lansdowne, PA 19050 (484) 463-1277 email: info@animalfriendsoflansdowne.org www.animalfriendsoflansdowne.org        Please Follow AFL on Facebook and Instagram! April 16, 2024, 4:42 pm
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Kara

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Senior
Lansdowne, PA
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House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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Introducing the very lovely Kara. Her story is a sad one. Born in 2008, Kara had kittens who were adopted out, and Kara was spayed and adopted by a kind gentleman with several cats. Kara was well cared for, but one cat bullied her and made her timid. Her owner became ill and passed away in 2018. Kara was then adopted by another kind gentleman and friend of the rescue, who passed away very suddenly in June 2022. Kara is as sweet as sweet can be, but she needs some work and commitment from a special adopter to help rebuild her confidence. You need to seek her out, then she will thoroughly enjoy affection and will reward you with very loud purrs. Kara has been updated on all her vet care and is a very healthy senior kitty. She truly needs for her next home to be her last. A calm and loving home, ideally with no other pets (though she will adjust to kind ones), would complete Kara’s wish list. A senior human in need of a gentle companion would be just perfect. If Kara’s story stirs your heart, you just might be her person. Please apply today.   To learn more about Kara and other pets available for adoption, and to download an adoption application, please visit www.animalfriendsoflansdowne.org. Animal Friends of Lansdowne is a non-profit, all-volunteer community rescue, now in their eighteenth year.  Animal Friends of Lansdowne Post Office Box 869 Lansdowne, PA 19050 (484) 463-1277 email: info@animalfriendsoflansdowne.org www.animalfriendsoflansdowne.org        Please Follow AFL on Facebook and Instagram! April 16, 2024, 4:42 pm
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Grayson

Siamese

Male, Adult
Lansdowne, PA
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Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Grayson is a very sweet and loving cat who likes to be pet but is also a bit quirky, like so many of his breed. His estimated date of birth is April 28, 2017. He gets along with other cats, but a slow and patient introduction is needed for any new companions. He likes to play hard and can live with another playful cat, or as an only cat with people who will provide toys and engage in interactive play with him. He also features that charming “chirp” that Siamese cats are so known for. Grayson was found outside in April 2023. He has been neutered, had his mouth repaired (a broken tooth and some scratches to the face), has tested negative, and is up to date on his care and shots. He has lost a few teeth, and toothpaste was recommended for his ongoing care. He licks his special toothpaste happily a few times a week and just loves it—that’s all it takes! Because Grayson plays hard he has been known to nip playfully (never hard), so is not recommended for a home with very young children for the safety of all. Please note: a higher than usual adoption fee will be charged for this cat, and only local adopters from the Delaware Valley will be considered.  To learn more about Grayson and other pets available for adoption, and to download an adoption application, please visit www.animalfriendsoflansdowne.org. Animal Friends of Lansdowne is a non-profit, all-volunteer community rescue, now in their 19th year of operation.Animal Friends of Lansdowne Post Office Box 869 Lansdowne, PA 19050 (484) 463-1277 email: info@animalfriendsoflansdowne.org www.animalfriendsoflansdowne.org        Please Follow AFL on Facebook and Instagram! April 16, 2024, 4:42 pm
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Camilla

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Lansdowne, PA
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(when grown) -
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Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Camilla is an exquisite, sleek beauty of a young kitty, with possible “Russian Blue” in her DNA. Just look at that all-grey coat and her golden eyes! Born around June 2020, Camilla was on the streets and had two known litters of kittens prior to her rescue with her kitten, Baxter. She is a sweetheart whose favorite pastime is gazing out the window at passers-by and birds. She’s vocal and likes to make endearing cooing and chirping noises. She may still need a little patience to transition. But in a secure home with loving care and lots of windows to look out of, she will be happy and will warm up beautifully. Camilla feels confident on a window sill or higher perch, and she will be glad to allow you to scritch under her chin, on her head, pet her, and eventually rub that belly. She is spayed, tested negative, microchipped, and up-to-date on shots and vet care. Camilla knows how to play with her kittens, and she and Baxter are a perfect, bonded pair who should ideally be adopted together to a calm home. Like the Russian princess she is, she will welcome and crave your attention once she trusts you, and will reward you with plenty of returned affection. To learn more about Camilla and her kitten, Baxter, and other pets available for adoption, and to download an adoption application, please visit www.animalfriendsoflansdowne.org. Animal Friends of Lansdowne is a non-profit, all-volunteer community rescue, now in their eighteenth year of operation. Animal Friends of Lansdowne Post Office Box 869 Lansdowne, PA 19050 (484) 463-1277 email: info@animalfriendsoflansdowne.org www. animalfriendsoflansdowne.orgAnimal Friends of Lansdowne Post Office Box 869 Lansdowne, PA 19050 (484) 463-1277 email: info@animalfriendsoflansdowne.org www.animalfriendsoflansdowne.org        Please Follow AFL on Facebook and Instagram! April 16, 2024, 4:42 pm
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Hobbes

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Lansdowne, PA
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(when grown) -
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Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Hobbes is the most typical of cats- born in Aug 2022 this boy was discovered in March 2023 as a new addition to a feeder's community cat colony. We were able to trap him  before he befell the fate of many outdoor cats- becoming feral. After being fixed he realized that the inside life was a pretty good one. He can best be described as happy-go-lucky. Hobbes prances around, perches on window sills, and enjoys wrestling with his fellow foster cats. On the whole he is a very sweet and gentle boy who never shows his claws and is ready to be your new addition!   Due to his later introduction to inside life Hobbes will need a bit of patience from his new parent- he is a little shy with new people or animals and will require a slow introduction to any gentle children or pets in your home. He does not like to be picked up or held.  He has tested negative, is neutered and microchipped, and is up to date on all shots and vet care. Applications are accepted now for this adorable boy, so don’t delay! To learn more about Hobbes and other pets available for adoption, and to download an adoption application, please visit www.animalfriendsoflansdowne.org. Animal Friends of Lansdowne is a non-profit, all-volunteer community rescue, now in their 19th year of operation.Animal Friends of Lansdowne Post Office Box 869 Lansdowne, PA 19050 (484) 463-1277 email: info@animalfriendsoflansdowne.org www.animalfriendsoflansdowne.org        Please Follow AFL on Facebook and Instagram! April 16, 2024, 4:42 pm
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Baxter

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Lansdowne, PA
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(when grown) -
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Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Baxter is a unique little fella! This handsome black boy born in late April 2022 is the child to fellow foster kitty “Camilla”. The pair were brought inside together in June 2022. Baxter loves doing zoomies and dropping toys in his water bowl. One of his favorite games is bopping a toy off the top of a scratching post, then chasing it. He needs a playmate and his mommy Camilla is the ideal companion for him. The two are bonded and enjoy each other’s company. He may still be slightly cautious when people approach him; a tiny bit of patience and further loving are all that are needed. A gentle approach will have him rolling on his back and asking for belly rubs, which he LOVES. Once you’ve won his trust, Baxter is quite the ragdoll and will happily let you pick him up and carry him around, nuzzling you contentedly. He even loves nose kisses! Baxter is neutered, tested negative, microchipped, and up-to-date on all shots and vet care. Don’t hesitate to apply—with charming Baxter, the rewards are great. Along with Mama Camilla, you’ll have the purrfect instant family! To learn more about Baxter, his mama Camilla, and other pets available for adoption, and to download an adoption application, please visit www.animalfriendsoflansdowne.org. Animal Friends of Lansdowne is a non-profit, all-volunteer community rescue, now in their eighteenth year of operation. Animal Friends of Lansdowne Post Office Box 869 Lansdowne, PA 19050 (484) 463-1277 email: info@animalfriendsoflansdowne.org www. animalfriendsoflansdowne.orgAnimal Friends of Lansdowne Post Office Box 869 Lansdowne, PA 19050 (484) 463-1277 email: info@animalfriendsoflansdowne.org www.animalfriendsoflansdowne.org        Please Follow AFL on Facebook and Instagram! April 16, 2024, 4:42 pm

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Save A Kitty Rescue - Pennsylvania Area Transport

Philadelphia, PA 19093

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Rescue Riders Cooperative PA

Philadelphia, PA 19093

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Mobilization for Animals

Philadelphia, PA 19103

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Rescue Without Borders- Philadelphia

2223 Wallace Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130

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Green Street Rescue

Philadelphia, PA 19130

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City of Elderly Love

Philadelphia, PA 19146

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Street Tails Animal Rescue

1030 N 2nd Street, Suite 401, Philadelphia, PA 19123

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Morris Animal Refuge

1242 Lombard Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147

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Compassionate Animal Relief Effort

P.O. Box 2527, Philadelphia, PA 19147

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Hand2Paw

PO Box 40122, Philadelphia, PA 19106

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