Animal Browse

Stay awhile and browse through the pictures and descriptions of our available cats/kittens. Once you find a cat that looks like a good fit for your family, please start the adoption process by clicking on the pre-adoption application button or email adoptions@shelteringhands.org

To meet a cat at our Main Location (10397 N US-27, Ocala) please contact our Adoptions Team at (352) 840-0663 or adoptions@shelteringhands.org and schedule a formal Meet/Greet.  

To meet a cat at our PetSmart Location (534 US-441, Lady Lake) visit during store hours based on our coverage schedule at the store.

WARNING: Cuteness overload ahead! 


Amelia
Amelia
Status: Available
Species/Sex: Cat/Female
Breed: Domestic Short Hair / Tabby / Mixed (short coat)
Color: brown tabby w/white

Description: Hi,  I am Amelia.    My mom lived on property outside and the woman was nice enough to take care of all of us.   We went for our grown up surgery and everyone fell in love wi... Click for more information...

Angela
Angela
Status: Available
Species/Sex: Cat/Female
Breed: Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)
Color: Black

Description: Hi, I'm Angela!  I'm a typical energetic kitten who loves to play.  Play is my love language.  Pull a string or fly a feather toy around me and I will become your friend.  ... Click for more information...

Ariel
Ariel
Status: Available
Species/Sex: Cat/Female
Breed: Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)
Color: black

Description: Hello I'm Ariel , my brother Flounder and I were found outside with our mama. We were brought to sheltering hands because a very nice guy wanted us to have a better life.  We've been... Click for more information...

Arrowhead
Arrowhead
Status: Available
Species/Sex: Cat/Male
Breed: Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)
Color: Brown McTab

Description: Hi I'm Arrowhead, I was rescued from a feral colony  by Sheltering Hands.  As time went on and I asked for pets and love they realized I was actually quite friendly The clinche... Click for more information...

Ash
Ash
Status: Available
Species/Sex: Cat/Male
Breed: Domestic Long Hair / Mixed (short coat)
Color: gray and white

Description: Hi,  My name is Ash.  I was found living in an abandon home.  My family moved but decided not to take me with them.  I am a sweet boy and slightly shy of new situations but come ar... Click for more information...

Bagel
Bagel
Status: Available
Species/Sex: Cat/Female
Breed: Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)
Color: black and whtie

Description: Hi, my name is Bagel.   I am a soft and dough cat that make me a great cuddler.  Who can resist a bagel?  I promise I am just as wonderful and comforting as the food that I am... Click for more information...

Bentley
Bentley
Status: Available
Species/Sex: Cat/Male
Breed: Tuxedo / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)
Color: black and white tuxedo

Description: Meet Bentley, the epitome of charm and playfulness wrapped up in a sleek tuxedo coat!  This spunky, fun-loving male kitten is ready to steal your heart and brighten your days with his infectious ... Click for more information...

Buddy
Buddy
Status: Available
Species/Sex: Cat/Male
Breed: Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)
Color: brown mctab & white

Description: Howdy Ya All , I'm a good ol' boy named Buddy!  NO I'm not old I'm a 3 years young boy.  I've come along way from when I first arrived at Sheltering Hands with a hur... Click for more information...

Cecile
Cecile
Status: Available
Species/Sex: Cat/Female
Breed: Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)
Color: Black with small white locket

Description: Hi I'm Cecile.   I’m  a sweet little girl, who is totally self sufficient.  I generally prefer to stay in the back ground and watch all the activity.  Once it's ... Click for more information...

Cecilia
Cecilia
Status: Available
Species/Sex: Cat/Female
Breed: Tabby / Mixed (short coat)
Color: brown patch tabby

Description: Hi I am Cecilia,  I purr a lot for a kitty found outside.  My foster calls me a purr machine.   I am very playful and like playing with other kitties.  I am FIV+ but I am ass... Click for more information...

Charlie Chaplin
Charlie Chaplin
Status: Available
Species/Sex: Cat/Male
Breed: Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)
Color: black and white

Description: Hi I'm Charlie Chaplin, I am a young sweet affectionate kitty and I'm available through the expanded Love for a Lifetime program.    Although there’s nothing seriously wrong... Click for more information...

Chloe
Chloe
Status: Available
Species/Sex: Cat/Female
Breed: Calico / Mixed (short coat)
Color: calico

Description: Hi I'm Chloe, I'm a rather reserved girl who needs a little time to warm up to new people and situations.  My owner, the love of my life, got sick and can’t care for me anymore.&... Click for more information...

Cotton
Cotton
Status: Available
Species/Sex: Cat/Male
Breed: Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)
Color: black

Description: Hello, I'm Cotton. My sister, Tweed,  and I were found together and brought to Sheltering Hands.  When we were babies, Tweed and I had colds.  But we went to our foster home and ha... Click for more information...

Dustine
Dustine
Status: Available
Species/Sex: Cat/Female
Breed: Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)
Color: black and white black spot on one cheek

Description: Hi I'm Dustine, I was found with my two siblings when I was very very young.  We are all adorable and will put a smile on your face.  We will greet you at the door and follow you... Click for more information...

Galaxy
Galaxy
Status: Available
Species/Sex: Cat/Female
Breed: Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)
Color: black

Description: Hi I'm Galaxy, True to my name I'm a girl who likes to go where no girl has gone before.  I'm not afraid to run in and explore new places.   I'm good at escaping the fos... Click for more information...

Giggles
Giggles
Status: Available
Species/Sex: Cat/Male
Breed: Domestic Long Hair / Mixed (short coat)
Color: gray and white

Description: Hi I'm Giggles, I found my way to Sheltering Hands by a kind soul who recognized I was in trouble.  I had an injury on my head and another by my mouth.  I was well behaved but not fee... Click for more information...

Gingerbread
Gingerbread
Status: Available
Species/Sex: Cat/Male
Breed: Domestic Long Hair / Mixed (short coat)
Color: orange and white

Description: Hi,  My name is Gingerbread.  I am a sweet boy that was left behind by my owner when they moved.  I will admit that I was scared without humans around.  I was not sure where to get... Click for more information...

Goldie
Goldie
Status: Available
Species/Sex: Cat/Female
Breed: Tortoiseshell / Mixed (short coat)
Color: tortie

Description: Goldie is my name, having fun is my game.  Tortie is my color coat, cat treats really float my boat!   Please make me a part of your home, your life and love.  I promise I will not... Click for more information...

Gus
Gus
Status: Available
Species/Sex: Cat/Male
Breed: Tabby / Mixed (short coat)
Color: red mctabby

Description:  Meet Gus, the magnificent orange tabby with a heart as golden as his fur! Gus's journey to find his forever home has been nothing short of an adventure. After spending nearly two years bravin... Click for more information...

Hetty
Hetty
Status: Available
Species/Sex: Cat/Female
Breed: Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)
Color: smoke

Description: Hi there, I'm Hetty, and I've got quite the appetite for both food and affection. You'll always fnd me at the food bowl first and curled up in someone's lap before you know it. My fur ... Click for more information...

Holly
Holly
Status: Available
Species/Sex: Cat/Female
Breed: Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)
Color: black and white

Description: Hi I’m Holly, I’m one of the sweetest kitties you’ll ever meet.  I like to curl up next to you or on your lap.  I also love catnip toys. Volunteer Update:  We&rsqu... Click for more information...

Jackson
Jackson
Status: Available
Species/Sex: Cat/Male
Breed: Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)
Color: black

Description: Hi I'm Jackson Do you like to kiss kitties?  I adore being kissed so pucker-up!  I am a playful little guy who loves being busy.  I will happily check out anything you bring home... Click for more information...

Jolene
Jolene
Status: Available
Species/Sex: Cat/Female
Breed: Calico / Mixed (short coat)
Color: calico

Description: Jolene, Jolene, Jolene, Jolene  That's my name, inspired by the famous song. A true beauty, I won't steal your man, but I'll surely steal your heart. As an affectionate calico gal, yo... Click for more information...

Kayla
Kayla
Status: Available
Species/Sex: Cat/Female
Breed: Calico / Tabby / Mixed (short coat)
Color: calico and patch tabby

Description: Hi I'm Kayla, I am so happy to be at Sheltering Hands and would be ecstatic to be part of your family. I had a bit of a rough start. When I was found I was not spayed, had old wound marks on my p... Click for more information...

Knox
Knox
Status: Available
Species/Sex: Cat/Male
Breed: Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)
Color: blue mctabby

Description: Hi I'm Knox, I’ve been with Sheltering Hands since I was a baby and frankly a shelter environment is not ideal for me.  I’m naturally reserved and need someone with patience an... Click for more information...