Domestic Short Hair Cats Available for Adoption

Meet Tart!

Hi I’m Tart — sweet, never salty, and a little quirky, but oh-so-worth-it!
I’m a gorgeous little lady that isn’t just a pretty face — I’m a gentle soul with a heart full of love waiting to bloom. I may be a bit reserved at first, but once I trust you, I become incredibly affectionate and devoted in my own charming way.

I’m delightfully quirky — full of personality — and while I LOVE being close to my people, I prefer affection on my terms (I’m not a big fan of being picked up). Think of me as your loving shadow, who gives gentle head bumps, and cozy companionship rather than a pick-me-up kitty. I’ll let you know by being a bit squirmy, but never hostile or mean, that is just not in my nature.

I was born this past April and rescued with my mama and siblings from under a Detroit home, I am now safe, healthy, and ready for my forever family.

I would love to be adopted with one of my kitten friends—Hiccup, Lily, Astrid, Tuff Nut,—or into a home with another friendly cat. Double the cats, double the warmth! If that’s not possible, she'd be just as happy joining a home with a young, friendly kitty to keep her company.

Tart is currently in a foster home. If you are interested in meeting her, please send a message here, or email adopt@ahsem.org.

Adoption fees are as follows: $175 for a single cat or kitten, $225 for a pair of cats or kittens. When adopting a cat from AHSEM the adoption includes spay or neuter surgery, age appropriate core vaccines, microchipping, combo tested (for FIV/FeLV), and basic wellness care including deworming and flea treatment.

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.