Domestic Short Hair Cats Available for Adoption in Merrifield, Virginia

Ivy came to 4 Paws along with his five siblings and their mom, Jasmine, from a New Jersey shelter with limited resources. A 4 Paws volunteer was visiting family in the area and reached out to help this sweet little family find safety and a brighter future.

Ivy is an adorable orange and white boy kitten born approximately February 13, 2026. He is gentle, sweet, and loves to play with his siblings. Ivy also has a cuddly side and enjoys purring and snuggling with his people after playtime. Ivy would love to be adopted with one of his siblings.

Ivy has had all age-appropriate vaccinations, tested negative for FeLV/FIV, and is microchipped. He will need to be neutered when old enough.

*** PLEASE NOTE***
4Paws will only consider local adoptions (Northern VA / DC / MD metropolitan area)
4Paws does not adopt to students
Kittens under 6 months old need to go to a home that already has another active cat of similar
age. Otherwise they need to be adopted with a kitten from their current foster home or a
kitten from another 4Paws foster home.

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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