Domestic Short Hair Cats Available for Adoption in Austin, Texas

Kitten season has arrived at Austin Pets Alive! and that means we have an abundance of lovable kitties looking for their forever homes!

Italian Thistle is one special girl! She is great with both adults and children and loves nothing more than a good cuddle session with either. She is very friendly and goes right over to greet new people!

This gorgeous grey girl is also quite playful. She is thrilled by toys, especially wands! Italian Thistle is currently in foster care with her siblings and she adores playtime with them. They like to wrestle with and pounce on each other!


Italian Thistle is ready to play and snuggle with her very own family! Contact us about her today!


All APA! cats are fully vetted, spayed or neutered, and have updated vaccines and a microchip. Lifetime support is offered by our Cat Behavior Team.

For further information or to meet Italian Thistle, please email adopt@austinpetsalive.org

The domestic short hair cat is a popular and diverse breed known for its unique personalities and low maintenance care. These cats come in various colors and patterns, with short, easy to manage coats that require minimal grooming. Domestic short hairs are friendly, adaptable, and make wonderful companions for individuals and families alike. They possess playful and affectionate qualities that endear them to many, making them one of the most beloved and widely adopted cat breeds worldwide.