Melvin - Domestic Short Hair Cat for Adoption in Cincinnati, Ohio

Melvin — 5-Month-Old Neutered Male Tabby

Breed: Domestic Shorthair
Color/Markings: White & Gray Tabby
Date of Birth: March 27, 2026

Personality: Melvin is a curious, energetic kitten who loves exploring his surroundings and getting the zoomies with his brother Robby. He’s playful, bright, and always ready for a little adventure. Once he’s done racing around, he settles in happily and enjoys being near his people.

Background: Melvin came to HART at just 2 weeks old alongside his brother Robby, sister Laura and their mom Sallie. He has been raised in a clean, wellsanitized foster environment and has grown into a confident, healthy kitten.

Health: NeuteredVaccinatedMicrochippedNo current medical issuesEating Purina One dry kitten food with enthusiasm

Social Compatibility: Melvin is friendly, playful, and wellsocialized. He thrives with other kittens and especially enjoys time with his brother Robby.

Ideal Home: Melvin is ready for a loving forever home that enjoys active, playful kittens. Because Melvin and Robby are a bonded pair, adopters should strongly consider welcoming both boys so they can continue growing, playing, and thriving together.

Status: Melvin is ready for adoption and excited to meet his forever family

HART recommends kittens 6 months of age and younger be adopted in pairs.

If you are interested in any of our kitties, you must complete an online cat adoption application available at www.rescueahart.org/adopt/cat-application. The application will put you in touch with a HART volunteer.

All HART kittens and cats are vet checked, combo tested, spayed or neutered, up to date on all vaccines, microchipped, and on flea and tick preventative.

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.