Domestic Short Hair Cats Available for Adoption

*Meow* I'm in a foster home! To meet me reach out to my foster caregiver at abrite@gmail.com

Zora is a sweet little lovable potato who likes to play lazily and get pets as long as it’s not too many. She's incredibly friendly and will greet you at the door. If she gets overwhelmed, she may do a gentle nip or swat, but she’s good about sending signals beforehand, if you know what to look for and it often doesn't mean she's done, she just wants you to switch it up and pet her differently.

Zora's favorite things to do are climb to the highest perch and gaze at all her territory, lay on her back and purr, and rub her face on things. She’s super talkative and likes to carry on conversations. She’s also a fiend for catnip. From what we know right now, she’d make a better only cat, though it’s still early days with introductions to our resident cat. Also, she’s sitting on my pen case and won’t give it back. ;-)

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.

We are DC's only open-access shelter. We are always available to help any animal in the District of Columbia. We have cats, dogs, rabbits, and more available for adoption out of our two shelters and also run the Capital Area Spay and Neuter Center.