Interested in adopting a pet — or just gazing at some cool kitties near you? There are dozens of deserving cats up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Tampa.
Animal shelters work hard to care for unhoused pets and connect them to loving homes. Hoodline used data from Petfinder to power this roundup of cats currently available for adoption.
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Noogie, American shorthair
Noogie is a lovable female American shorthair cat in the care of St. Francis Society Animal Rescue.
She is already house-trained. She has all of her shots, and she's been spayed.
Noogie is here to make friends; she'll get along great with other cats and dogs!
From Noogie's caretaker:
Noogie just celebrated her first birthday with her brother Munchie. She loves to play but can be shy until she learns to trust you. Then, she turns into a purring lap kitty! She would need a quiet home with no children, but she will get along with other kitties and cat-friendly dogs. Please note, this is a bonded pair, so Munchie must be adopted with Noogie.
Sound like a good fit? Fill out an application at Petfinder.
Jilly, American shorthair
Jilly is a total sweetheart! She's a female American shorthair cat in the care of St. Francis Society Animal Rescue.
Jilly plays well with others — she'll get along great with your dogs and cats.
Her vaccinations are already up to date, and she's been spayed. She's mastered her house-training etiquette.
What my friends at St. Francis Society Animal Rescue think of me:
Jilly loves to lay on laps, receive kisses and explore her surroundings. When she was little, she was roughly handled by some children, so she can be nervous when there is chaos or she is grabbed too quickly. Once she knows you, she will climb in your lap and love you and even sleep with you at night. Jilly is very curious and likes to climb into anything new and check it out; she definitely can be sassy and has a mind of her own.
Apply to adopt Jilly today at Petfinder.
Namaste, American shorthair
Adorable Namaste is a female American shorthair cat currently housed at St. Francis Society Animal Rescue.
She's mastered her house-training etiquette. Her vaccinations are up to date, and she's been spayed.
Namaste is the life of the party; she loves kids, cats and dogs.
Namaste's caretakers say:
Namaste was an outdoor cat for a long time, so she is leery of loud noises and new people. She would prefer a quiet home. Otherwise, Namaste is not picky at all and has great house manners. Although her right eye may look a little cloudy, she has no vision problems and loves to play.
Read more about Namaste on Petfinder.
Nala, tabby
Nala is a female tabby cat currently housed at Furever Yours Pet Rescue and Placement Services.
Nala plays well with others — she loves dogs, cats and kids. Her vaccinations are up to date, and she's been spayed. She has mastered her house-training etiquette.
What my friends at Furever Yours Pet Rescue and Placement Services think of me:
Nala is a 4-year-old loving and sweet kitty that loves to be held and petted. She is good with other cats and well-behaved dogs. Nala is a great fit for someone looking for a loving, affectionate companion.
Apply to adopt Nala today at Petfinder.
Merle, American shorthair
Charming Merle is a female American shorthair cat in the care of St. Francis Society Animal Rescue.
Merle is here to make friends — she's happy to keep company with other cats! She has all of her shots, and she's been spayed. She has already house-trained.
Merle's friends say:
Merle is one brave kitty. She is always investigating and protecting her family.
Read more about Merle on Petfinder.
Willie, American shorthair
Willie is a female American shorthair cat being kept at St. Francis Society Animal Rescue.
Willie is a social animal; she gets along well with other cats! Her vaccinations are up to date, and she's been spayed. She has mastered her house-training etiquette.
Notes from Willie's caretakers:
Willis is a sweet girl with a bit of a wild streak. She will do best in a home with another cat. She can be shy at first but warms up quickly to become quite the talker.
Read more about how to adopt Willie on Petfinder.
Jettie, Oriental shorthair and American shorthair mix
Jettie is a female Oriental shorthair and American shorthair mix in the care of St. Francis Society Animal Rescue.
Jettie likes to socialize; she gets along well with other cats.
She has all of her shots, and she's been spayed. Good news: she is already house-trained.
From Jettie's caretaker:
Jettie is mixture of a lap cat and a goofball! She can be bossy and seems to do better with male cats that can take direction.
Apply to adopt Jettie today at Petfinder.
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