Domestic Short Hair Cats Available for Adoption

Meet our sweetest boy, Buddy!

This resilient little guy has been through some ruff times. He spent most of his life living outdoors, cared for as best as possible by a kind neighbor. Recently, his owner made the compassionate decision to surrender him so he could finally have the safe, warm home he deserves.

When Buddy arrived, our vet team immediately noticed that his eyes were in very poor condition. He was diagnosed with Microphthalmia, a congenital condition where the eyes never fully develop. His eyes were extremely small and causing him significant discomfort. To give him a pain-free life, the best option was to remove them, and Buddy has been feeling so much better ever since.

Buddy has also tested positive for Feline HIV (FIV). Cats with FIV can live long, happy lives, but they should be adopted into a home with no other cats or with other FIV-positive cats. FIV can be transmitted to other cats through deep bites or scratches, so a compatible home is important for everyone’s safety and comfort.

Buddy knows how to use his litter box, just introduce it to him. He may have an accident peeing outside the box until he is adjusted to his surroundings and has an easy place where he can get to the litterbox easily. PATIENCE - He is blind and came from an outside environment. He does great once he's settled.

A place with no stairs would be ideal for Buddy but not necessary if he's watched. Might be best to put him to bed in a room with the door shut so he doesn't wander. Also, when your away with no one to watch him

Buddy seems good with other adult cats, dogs would be too much for him, older children, that would care for him.

If you’re ready to give Buddy the loving home he’s been waiting for, we’d love to meet you.
Walk-in adoption hours:

Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays — 12:00–4:00 PM

Can’t make those times? No problem. Just fill out the Adoption Inquiry Form on our website under the FORMS tab, and we’ll happily schedule a meet-and-greet at your convenience.

Buddy is ready for his next chapter — maybe it’s with you.

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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