Elphaba - Domestic Short Hair Cat for Adoption in Gilbert, Arizona

Elphaba aka "Elphie": Elphaba is obsessed with a laser pointer. She needs to be shown when you put it away or she will continue to hunt for the light. She is a very smart cat and picks up on patterns of electronic toys so she doesn't waste her energy going crazy after them. She may be petite compared to her brothers Wile E and Jersey, but she still likes to tussle with them both. She loves toys of all kinds such as ping pong balls, wand toys, electronic interactive toys and tunnels.

She can be cautious at first but loves affection. She may be little but her purr machine is big and loud. The best time for cuddles with Elphie are when she wakes up or after a good play session. She is a sweet girl who will bring a lot of love to your heart. She looks like a solid black cat but when she lays in the sun you can see her darker black stripes. She is a pretty girl with an affectionate personality.

Elphaba loves her wet kitten food, but will also eat dry kibble for kittens.

This litter gets along well together if you are looking to adopt a pair or more. But they are also independent cats and are not bonded.

Elphaba will be at the shelter for adoption hours Tuesday 8/25 from 10am- 2pm and again Thursday 8/27 from 3pm- 7pm. Come meet her!!

Our kittens grow up in foster homes, so they are not located on site for walk in visits. While we do our best to list what day they will be on site for adoption hours, please feel free to call the shelter at 480-497-8296 and press # to speak to our front desk and confirm availability. Our kittens are typically in for adoption hours Thursday 3p-7p and Saturday 10a-4p.


Please note that ALL dogs and cats are available to the first home that meets the dog or cat that we feel is a good match. In order to help make the best match, we do want all family members (dogs and humans) to meet any potential new family member.

Our adoption center hours are: Closed Sunday/Monday; Tuesday 10a-2p, Wednesday 3p-7p, Thursday 3p-7p, Friday 10a-2p, Saturday 10a-4p. We are located at 952 W Melody Avenue in Gilbert (zip code 85233).All animals are altered, vaccinated, microchipped, dewormed, licensed (dogs). Cats tested for FELV/FIV. Dogs tested for Heartworm. All animals are available to the first family that is a good match, and if we have more than one animal who is a good match, there will be a lottery for all matches. Note that families must have come in to our adoption center and spoken with an adoption counselor prior to any lottery (when we have lotteries, they usually occur on Saturday mornings).

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.

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