Penelope - Tabby and Domestic Short Hair Cat for Adoption in Vaughan, Ontario

**NOTE: All AVA kittens under 12 months of age MUST be adopted in pairs or to a home with another young cat. AVA does not accept applications for single kittens**

***Penelope MUST have cat friends in her new home. Thankfully, she has many siblings to choose from!

Perry, Preston, Parker, Prada, Periwinkle and Penelope are siblings that came from rural northeastern cottage country. They were rescued from an industrial facility that was a less than ideal environment for kittens. Almost all the kittens were treated for conjunctivitis, and are now healed, happy and adorable little terrors that rock any space they are in!

They love their twice daily wet food meals, and they like a little warm water added in to bring out the flavour. They chow down on kitten kibbles and drink lots of water too, all are now with round bellies that no longer remember the lean days of the past.

Some favourite toys are springs, crinkle balls, little mice stuffies and balls. Anything that rolls, flies, bounces and moves is fair game! These kittens play super hard and with focused intensity, there’s no time to waste!

Downtime means kitty cuddle puddle, or if a person’s lap happens to be available, a pile-on will ensue. Nothing like a lapful of purry, furry kittens exhausted from good old honest play to warm the heart and set the world to rights.

Penelope is a go-get-‘em type of gal, ready for any adventures on the offering and eager to explore her new world. She is brave, curious, and outgoing, quick to claim the space and engage the people in it. She is also not shy to demand pets and love, and purrs in appreciation when given gentle scritches.

All the kittens have excellent litter habits and are used to paper pellets or clay,

These lovely nuggets may be shy for a minute, then they set out to conquer hearts and make lifelong friends. Claim a couple today, and enjoy everything these charming kittens bring into your life.

Would you like to make Penelope, and a sib too, a part of your family? Please complete our online application found at: https://www.avacats.org/adoption-application-form.

Our adoption fees cover vetting and include spay/neuter, age appropriate vaccines (initial FVRCP and rabies), flea treatment, two dewormings and microchipping.

Adoption fees are $275 for each kitten up to 12 months old. Please note that fees may apply for additional required vaccinations (at $75 per booster) due prior to adoption. Total adoption fees will be confirmed by the AVA Adoption Coordinator.

All AVA kittens 12 months or younger must be adopted in pairs or go to a home with another young cat (3 years or younger). Kittens learn from each other how to behave, which helps them turn into well-adjusted adult cats. In general, paired cats have happier and healthier lives because they have a constant companion and playmate. Plus, it's twice the fun for you, and half the work!

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.

The tabby cat, known for its distinctive coat pattern featuring swirls, stripes, or spots, is a beloved and versatile breed found in various colors and patterns. Tabby cats are not a specific breed but rather a coat pattern seen in domestic cats of different breeds. They are known for their friendly and sociable nature, making them popular as family pets. Tabby cats are cherished for their playful and affectionate personalities, making them wonderful companions for households of all kinds.