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Available CatsYou can start the adoption process by filling out our I'm Interested form or contact us at 503-402-8692. All of our cats live with volunteers in a foster home where we evaluate them to find out how they interact with people and other pets. Knowing these personality traits helps us choose the best families for our cats, and helps you choose the cat that's perfect for you. Unless otherwise noted, all cats are FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus) and FeLV (Feline Leukemia Virus) negative and have been spayed or neutered. Think you want a kitten? Everyone wants a cute kitten, but kittens grow up rapidly. At 6 months they are not nearly as cute as they were at 8 weeks. They are fully grown at 1 year and can live over 20 years. If you think you want a kitten, ask yourself these questions. Please note: Due to our adoption process, cats are available for adoption in Multnomah, Clackamas, Washington, and Clark counties only. Some of our cats have YouTube videos where you can see them in action: |
Even if you don't see the perfect cat for you in this list, you can start the adoption process by filling out our I'm Interested form or calling 503-402-8692 to find out about cats that haven't been listed here yet. |
Ellie & Chloe
Ellie and her daughter Chloe were refugees who turned up at the workplace of one of our volunteers. Ellie was friendly to people, especially the ones who came to feed her every day. But she was protective of Chloe, who stayed in the bushes and would only come out once Mom had tasted the food and gave her the ok to come out and eat. Once we had exhausted all possibilities of finding their original family with no success, we took Chloe and Ellie home and then to the vet for thorough check-ups and spay surgeries. We guess Ellie to be about 2 years old and Chloe was born around August 1, 2011, so she's now 6 months old. Although they enjoy each other's company, they are not particularly bonded and Ellie in particular would be fine living as the only cat in a home. Neither one of them is bothered by other cats or the large, friendly dog in their current foster home. Both of these girls took instantly to the indoor life, and love having soft beds, good window views of the bird and squirrel feeders, and something tall to climb when it's time to get away from it all. Ellie is a very quiet and well-mannered lady. She enjoys being close to her people, being petted, and some gentle playtime with her toys. She's not the least bit demanding but she does enjoy a peaceful household without the noise and activity of young children.
Ellie would be a fine companion for someone who enjoys reading, watching movies, knitting, or other relaxing activities which can be enhanced by having a quietly purring cat nearby. Chloe is more playful, as we would expect from a kitten. She loves toys and playing with other cats, so we're looking for a home with another young cat or kitten to be a playmate for her. Chloe likes to get on top of the cat tree where everyone in the household must pass by frequently. There she demands a toll of a few pets and a scratch behind the ears, and in return she gives a big purr, a little chirp, and some head butts. Ellie and Chloe have perfect litter box habits, excellent house manners, and no food or medical issues. They have been spayed, tested negative for FeLV/FIV, microchipped, and are up to date on vaccines. If you'd like to meet one or both of this pair, please fill out our I'm Interested form. |
Curtis & Cecilia
Curtis and Cecilia are a brother-sister pair, and what a pair they are! These kittens were born in September 2011, and they've been on the move ever since. A box, a bag, a ball, a speck on the wall--anything can be a toy for these two. Even for kittens, these two are packed with extra energy and we are looking for a home where their rambunctious antics will be appreciated. That means a home where their people have time to spend playing with them every day, and which isn't full of delicate, valuable objects. Curtis and Cecilia are closely bonded and must be adopted as a pair. Although they are young and frisky, Curtis and Cecilia are learning house manners, including staying off the counters and not scratching the furniture. They have their own scratching posts and cardboard pads, and are agreeable about having their nails trimmed. Their litter box habits are excellent, and they have no special food or medical needs, other than high quality kibble and some canned food every day to keep them strong and healthy as they grow up. Once they've burned up their energy quota for the day, Curtis and Cecilia do love to snuggle on a lap for quiet time. If they get lots of play time during the day, they'll sleep all night, and they expect to sleep on the bed with their people. So far they love all the people and cats they have met, but we haven't tested them with dogs and toddlers. Curtis and Cecilia have been neutered and spayed, microchipped, tested negative for FeLV/FIV and are up to date on vaccines. If you'd like to meet this entertaining duo, please fill out our I'm Interested form. |
Teddy
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Even if you don't see the perfect cat for you in this list, you can start the adoption process by filling out our I'm Interested form or calling 503-402-8692 to find out about cats that haven't been listed here yet. |
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Wendy
Wendy came to us when her family moved away and left her. She went door to door trying to find another family, but got no takers. For several months, neighbors put out food for Wendy and felt sorry for her, but nobody would take her in. Finally one of the neighbors realized that Wendy needed more help than they could give, and contacted us. Wendy's first stop was at the vet, where we found that she had been spayed, is about 4 years old and in very good health. She is a very sweet girl, in spite of her ordeal, and has lots of affection for her foster family. Wendy likes to chat, she wants lot of petting and she gives head butts in return. It's hard to imagine how anyone could leave her behind, but we know it happens every day.
Wendy loves to play and show off with her toys, including her favorite, Da Bird! She is inquisitive and enjoys observing the goings-on of her foster family, and sitting in her favorite window perch to watch the activities of the world outside. She is also quite content to nap or amuse herself when no one is available to play with her. We find her to be perfect company: affectionate and playful, but not too demanding. Wendy learned to be cautious during her time living outside, and she's still a little anxious about being picked up and handled, so we are looking for a home with no young children who might forget Wendy's feelings about being grabbed. She gets along with well-behaved dogs, but we believe she'd prefer to be the only cat in her new family. Wendy has excellent litter box manners and no special diet or medical requirements. Wendy, like all ARCF cats for adoption, has been spayed, microchipped, is up to date on vaccines, and has tested negative for FeLV and FIV. If you'd like to meet Wendy, please fill out our I'm Interested form. |
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Even if you don't see the perfect cat for you in this list, you can start the adoption process by filling out our I'm Interested form or calling 503-402-8692 to find out about cats that haven't been listed here yet. |
Jamie & JasperHave you been thinking of adopting a cat, but concerned about having enough time for them or enough square footage for them to roam? Worried about them tearing up your home? Well, your solution is Jasper and Jamie! These boys are very well-behaved teenagers. Born in May 2011, they're a little shy upon meeting strangers, but in their foster home they have become quite affectionate. They spend much of their day on their cat tree looking out the window, enjoying the fresh air and watching the antics of the birds and squirrels. Then maybe they will have a nap followed by some wrestling. These boys are very good at entertaining themselves. Jamie is the boss of this outfit, and he can't wait for somebody to get down on the floor and make a lap. Jasper prefers to stretch out nearby, in position for a belly rub. He keeps an eye on Jamie for clues about what is ok and what isn't. Jamie and Jasper are such loves now that they feel safe with their foster mom. They may be shy and hide a bit in a new home but a sure-fire way to win them over is with food!! Canned food, dry food, chicken bits—they'll eat anything. Food is a great way to start a bond with them. When their foster mom arrives with their canned food they are all over her, climbing and meowing. When their bellies are full, they settle down and cuddle with her or if she is willing to play, they will happily chase the feather toy or laser light. Jamie and Jasper are in a busy foster home, so they are used to keeping themselves occupied. As long as their new home has love to give, a warm bed, some time to play and snuggle, and food, of course, they will be very happy. They are great, low-maintenance companions for someone willing to give them the permanent home they desire. They seem interested in the dogs and other cats in their foster home, and probably would get along with any friendly pet, given a proper introduction. Jamie and Jasper are up to date on their vaccines, neutered, and ready to go home with their special person or people, so if you are interested in meeting Jamie and Jasper, please fill out our I'm Interested form. |
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Even if you don't see the perfect cat for you in this list, you can start the adoption process by filling out our I'm Interested form or calling 503-402-8692 to find out about cats that haven't been listed here yet. |
Shiloh & Maddox
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Despite her age, KitKat is very athletic and energetic, and often on the go. She does like to rest and relax in a lap for a while, but then will leap up to check out something she has heard or seen. Next thing you know, she’s back to sniff your hair or investigate your ears. This girl keeps herself busy! She is a bit of a "guard cat" that is always alert for intruders on the lawn. KitKat loves her catnip toys, and especially enjoys grabbing at them with her back feet while holding them captive with her front paws. Plastic and paper bags number among her favorite things to crawl into.
KitKat is very loving and purrs loudly and often. Don’t be fooled by her serious pictures; this girl is so playful and spunky most of the time! She knows her own mind and is very confident.
KitKat has been spayed and microchipped, and is ready to find her forever home. If you’re interested in meeting this endearing girl, please fill out our I'm Interested form.
Even if you don't see the perfect cat for you in this list, you can start the adoption process by filling out our I'm Interested form or calling 503-402-8692 to find out about cats that haven't been listed here yet. |
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