SPCA of NORTHERN VIRGINIA - CATS AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION
Are you looking for a life-long best friend? We may have the right cat(s) for you! Most of our currently available cats are shown below. If you are interested in adopting:
- Read our adoption guidelines, and
- Contact us via email at spcanova@aol.com to verify the cat's availability or for suggestions on the best match for your home. If you do not have email, please call us at 703-799-9390.
You can meet our cats:
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By appointment in their foster homes week nights or weekends
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Simply contact us at spcanova@aol.com and let us know which cats you are interested in meeting and we'll take care of the rest.
An SPCA Adoption Counselor will contact you to review our policies, discuss which cats are compatible with your home, and arrange for a visit with the cat(s). We provide you with an adoption application once we find a good potential match.
Please Note: We adopt to residents of Northern VA, DC & Suburban MD only. Kittens must be adopted in pairs, unless you have a young cat at home. Click here for information on why kittens need feline companionship.
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JULIUS
Name: Julius
Description: Long-haired Orange
Sex: Male
Born: June 2006
Julius is one of those truly amazing, resilient cats! He is so sweet and trusting. He bonds with people and settles into a new home very quickly. Julius LOVES to cuddle and likes to follow his foster mom around her apartment. He is happiest sitting at your feet, squeezing next to you on the couch, curling up on your lap, or sleeping next to you in bed. He's also very quiet and well-mannered - he doesn't meow much and when he does its very soft. Julius was found by a loving family who had seen him roaming their neighborhood for a while. He gained their trust after a few weeks of food and shelter in their garage. Sadly, life on the streets had been a little rough on Julius. At some point he was neutered and put back outside where he apparently contracted feline AIDs (FIV) and injured his right eye. Nonetheless, he is a young and otherwise healthy cat who is expected to live for many years to come. His right eye doesn't bother him or require any special care. Its simply "clouded over" with scar tissue from an old wound. Julius is relishing in the love and warmth of an indoor home. We think he knows he has finally been "rescued." All he needs now is a permanent home to love him back.
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ABIGAIL, JACK & TABITHA
These sweetheart's are Lacy's kittens. They have a strong desire to love and be loved. They are playful, fun and energetic, yet as cuddly as can be. They adapt very quickly to new homes and new caretakers. If adopted singly, they must be adopted into homes with a young cat to bond with. Abigail and Tabitha make an especially good pair. Jack can be a little too rambunctious for his sisters and would do best with a young male cat to play with.
Name:
Abigail
Description:
Medium-haired buff tabby
Born:
February 2008
Sex:
Female
Abigail is the sweetheart of the bunch.
Although she is very playful, she is usually ready before her siblings
to "give it a rest" and seek out a comfy lap for a purring session. She
is the perfect "lap kitty in the making" and loves to have her belly
rubbed! Abigail has slightly longer hair than her sister,
Tabitha, but she is not as fluffy as her brother, Jack!
Name:
Jack
Description:
Long-haired gray
Born:
February 2008
Sex:
Male
Jack is a fluffy bundle of energy who
loves to run, jump and play with his sisters. He's usually the first to
"get going" and the last to stop playing! Jack is very easy to entertain
and loves to chase strings, feathers and anything that dangles or moves.
His favorite "targets," though, are his sisters! Once his energy is
spent, he loves to curl up with either his siblings or his foster
parents for a well deserved rest. Jack also has a very loud purr!
Name:
Tabitha
Description:
Short-haired buff tabby
Born:
February 2008
Sex:
Female
Tabitha is an incredibly loving and playful kitten. She has very distinct and pretty markings which make it easy to tell her apart from her sister. Tabitha loves to rough-house and is never far behind Jack in attempting to "breakout" from their kitten room. She is also very easygoing, and bonds very quickly with humans. Tabitha loves to cuddle and will spend quite a bit of time making sure she finds the absolutely perfect position in your lap before she curls up for a nap.
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ALLIE
Name: Allie
Description: Dilute calico/tortoiseshell
Sex: Female
Born: April 2005
Allie is a sweet, adorable, and well-mannered
young kitty! Her foster mom describes her as affectionate yet
independent. Allie is quick to respond to her foster mom's call not
knowing if this means its time to play, get her head rubbed, or get
a treat! She likes to play but is not overly rambunctious.
She loves "hide-n-seek" -- running and hiding to urge her foster mom
to come and find her! Allie also enjoys hanging out in front of the
window watching the birds, squirrels and other activities. Allie is
not a cuddler but does enjoy affection and follows her foster mom
from room to room. She also greets her foster mom at the door when
she comes home from work. Her greetings are very quiet and polite as
"Allie Girl" has very good manners! Allie likes to take naps next to
her foster mom when she's watching TV or reading a book, and sleeps
next to her in bed at night. We have not seen Allie interact with
other cats, but we think she would enjoy the company of another
sweet, friendly young cat to play with.
(KM)
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ASHLEY
Name: Ashley
Description: Brown tabby
Sex: Female
Born: August 2006
Ashley is a very sweet and good-natured kitty who is very comfortable being picked up and cuddled. She is petite, loves to play every day and has a kitten-like attitude. She loves playing with her feather-tailed mousie and pouncing on a ribbon wand. When Ashley is not playing, she likes to nap peacefully near her foster parents when they are at the computer or watching TV. Ashley is very affectionate and purrs when you pet her. She's also quite easy-going and trusting, and settled in very easily with her foster parents. Even on the her first night with them, Ashley purred and gave them a kitty kiss. She had a very rough beginning when first rescued by SPCA needing emergency surgery to remove stillborn kittens. Ashley seems to have completely forgotten about her ordeal and is an absolutely delightful kitty!
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ASIA
Name:
Asia
Description:
Brown tabby
Sex:
Female
Born:
July 2005
Interesting fact:
Asia is a lap cat extraordinaire!
Asia is a sweet, gentle, laid-back young kitty. She is curious yet docile, and playful yet polite! She loves to talk and answers back with her soft meow in "conversation." She is very easy to care for and independent, but also loves being petted and brushed as well as sitting in your lap. She is friendly with newcomers - even young children! She's probably more patient with children than most adults! Asia was found on the streets by an employee of a local vet office. After asking around, he learned that she belonged to a neighbor who simply put her outside saying she couldn't care for her anymore. Its hard to believe anyone would abandon such a sweet, trusting cat like Asia! She is perfect for a family with children or anyone looking for a sweet, gentle cat.
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BAMBOO
Name: Bamboo
Description:
White with Grey
Sex:
Male
Born:
February 2007
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BEAU
Name: Beau
Description:
Gray
Born:
September 2007
Sex:
Male
Interesting Fact:
Beau has gorgeous green eyes!
Beau is a feisty but lovable "teenager." He is fondly nicknamed "Houdini" for his ability to get in and out of any tight space! He loves being chased around the house and playing with anything that dangles or flashes. Beau's antics constantly amuse his foster family, as he has even been found prancing around with a stolen bagel in his mouth! After all his playtime is done, Beau loves to be picked up and will even wrap his paws around your neck and give you "kisses" on the cheek. His silky soft fur and ready purr make him a great companion for any household. Beau needs a feline playmate and must be adopted into a home with a young, compatible cat.
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Name: Camina
Description: Brown and white tabby
Sex: Female
Born: March 2006
Camina is a complete sweetheart! She adores people and even likes you to be by her side when she eats. Camina is a very mellow, well behaved, and loving cat. She settled easily into her foster home, even doing remarkably well with the family's 4 year old boy. She is content to sleep at the foot of his bed all night long! Camina rarely meows and when she does its when she has something specific to say - like "feed me!" Camina was sadly abandoned when her caretaker moved. Its hard to believe someone would turn their back on such a sweet cat. Camina is safe and warm now and just waiting for a home of her own!
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Name: Cedric
Description:
Black
Born:
March 2005
Sex:
Male
Cedric is a big handsome boy whose
gentleness belies his size. He is laid back and carefree. Cedric loves
napping on blankets and spends hours watching the birds and squirrels from
the windowsill. While he is usually laid back, Cedric also gets spurts of
energy and loves racing up and down the stairs in his foster home. He also
likes playing a little "rough and tumble" with the other cat in his foster
home. He would do well with a young, friendly male cat in his home.
Cedric enthusiastically chases feathers tied to a piece of string and rubs
against your leg when he wants a cuddle. Cedric was brought to a local
shelter when his family decided they didn't have time for him anymore. Hard
to imagine this sweet cat ending up at a shelter.
He has become fast friends with his foster buddy,
Panda - they like to chase each other and talk back and forth
with little "chirping" noises. These boys can be adopted singly or as a
pair. Cedric would do well
with a family with kids - he is very confident and friendly, as well as
gentle but playful.
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DEL
Name: Del
Description:
Dark Grey (Russian Blue Look-a-Like)
Born:
1997
Sex:
Female
Del is a quiet, sweet, easy going kitty. She loves to "chat" and often meows back when you talk to her. She’s extremely loyal and loves to follow you from room to room or wait patiently for you to return. Del greets you at the door with enthusiasm and loves to be petted, especially under her chin and behind her ears. She also likes to cuddle up with you at night and purr in your ear. She's quite playful - she loves chasing a laser toy, tugging on strings, and playing kickball with her toy ball. Del also loves hiding in brown paper bags so leaving one out after a trip to the grocery store is a must! Del was adopted out from SPCA and has lived in the same loving home for many years. Unfortunately, her dad's allergies have taken a turn for the worse so we've agreed to find her a new home. She is use to a quiet one person home who will give her plenty of attention.
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DESI
Name:
Desi
Description:
Brown and white tabby
Sex:
Male
Born:
September 2005
Desi is a
very friendly and affectionate young kitty. He loves attention
and anybody willing to pet him, especially on his fluffy white
neck! He'll even roll over and meow for a tummy rub. Desi enjoys
running around the house and chasing his tail, but as soon as
you pick him up, he wants nothing more than TLC! Desi was found
stranded in a tree in a parking lot after a good Samaritan heard
his cries for help. He was so scared, the good Samaritan had to
climb the tree to retrieve him! This
handsome boy is a very friendly and loving kitty who wants
nothing more than a forever home that will give
him plenty of love and affection!
(KM)
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Don Juan
Name: Don Juan
Description: Medium-haired orange tabby
Born: August 2006
Sex: Male
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GARFIELD
Name:
Garfield
Description:
Medium-haired orange tabby
Born: March 2007
Sex: Male
Garfield is a beautiful young cat with a silky
fine coat and a big bushy tail. He is a happy little guy who loves
racing around his foster home, playing with toys, and rolling around
the floor with catnip. When he's done playing, he likes sitting in
the window watching the world go by. Garfield is also quite a
snuggler at night and loves being petted, scratched, and hugged.
Garfield came from a loving home who couldn't care for him and his
two brothers (already adopted) any longer. Garfield is very
rambunctious and needs to be adopted into a home with another young
cat to play with. He also enjoys playing with the small dog in his
foster home.
(KM)
GRAMMY
Name: Grammy
Description: Short-haired black and white
Sex: Female
Born: August 2001
Interesting Fact: Grammy bonds well with other cats!
Grammy loves being with other cats, but is shy toward people. She will do best in a home with another friendly cat or two. She enjoys hanging out with her foster mom and her cats. She also likes to sleep on her foster mom's bed at night. Grammy loves awaiting her canned food treat each night...rubbing up against her foster mom then stretching up toward the counter on her hind legs to get a good look at their treat! Grammy has been in our care since she was a young kitten. She has been overlooked for adoption because she is shy. If you already have a friendly cat or two, please consider bringing Grammy into your home.
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HENRY & WILLIAM
These brothers are sweet,
loving, energetic and playful! They love wrestling with one
another, playing with toys, and doing acrobatic leaps into the
air to catch feathers! They like following their foster mom
everywhere she goes. These boys are very attached to one another
and even cuddle together when they sleep.
Name: Henry
Description:
Buff tabby
Born:
February 2007
Sex:
Male
Henry is an adventurer. He looks
in every nook and cranny, and is always interested in new
things. He's very focused on toys and likes to chase
feathery mice everywhere. Henry's favorite pastime is to sit
on the back of the couch right behind your head. He likes to
be close to you all of the time!
Name:
William
Description:
Orange tabby
Born:
February 2007
Sex:
Male
William is a little larger than his
brother, Henry, and is more of a cuddler. When you first return
home, he wants nothing more than for you to pick him up and
snuggle him for awhile. William loves to sit on your lap while
you're at the computer, lie next to you in bed or on the
couch, and chase the mouse on your computer screen - which is
very funny to see!
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ISABEAU
Name:
Isabeau
Description:
Brown Tabby
Born: October 2005
Sex: Female
Isabeau is a very friendly young cat that is incredibly adorable and instantly friendly to everyone she meets. She adapts quickly to new environments and makes herself at home with ease. Isabeau does ok with the small, friendly dog in her foster home, but prefers to be the only cat! Isabeau was a stray kitty who was either lost or abandoned outdoors. Isabeau would be perfect for a family with children who could provide her with lots of attention.
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KIT-KAT
Name: Kit-Kat
Description: Calico
Sex: Female
Born: October 2004
Kit Kat was the much-loved companion for a disabled elderly gentleman for her entire life. Kit Kat came to us a few months ago when her caretaker passed away. Kit Kat keeps her foster mom company when she works on the computer and at bed time, but likes to have an out-of-the-way place for a snooze when nap time comes. She is a sweet low key girl who is happiest with human company. She enjoys her catnip and interactive playtime! As well as the usual games of fetch and chase the toy, Kit-Kat plays hide-and-seek and tag with her foster mom. She also loves to sit in the sink and drink from a dripping faucet and to let the water run down her head. This lovely girl, whose colors remind her foster mom of ice cream, will do best in an adult household as a single cat.
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Name:
Lacy
Description:
Dilute Tortoiseshell
Born:
June 2007
Sex:
Female
Lacy is an adorable, petite little kitty! She is very friendly and loves getting and giving affection. She likes to greet you at the door and comes running when you call her. Lacy is very playful - she loves running around her foster home as much as she loves chasing her own tail! She is curious about everything and likes to be where the action is. Lacy is also very loving and likes to curl up next to her foster mom. She came into our care as a "teenage mom" with her three kittens from a local shelter. Lacy needs a home where she will get plenty of attention. She would also enjoy having a feline buddy to play and bond with.
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Name: Max
Description: Brown Tabby with White
Sex: Male
Born: March 2005
Interesting Fact: Max has a great purrrrrrrr and is quite generous with purring his little heart out!
Max is a very sweet boy! He has cute big jowls and looks a little scrappy at first - with a few nicks and scars around his ears. This is evidence of his days roaming the streets and encountering neighborhood bullies. But, Max is a lover not a fighter! He will be a little shy when meeting newcomers and will take a little time to adapt to a new home. But don't let this fool you! Max is very friendly and affectionate toward his caretakers once he gets to know you. Max greets his foster mom with affection and likes climbing into her lap for petting, loves getting his chin and cheeks scratched, and enjoys napping next to her. He can be adopted into a home as an only cat as long as his caretakers are home a lot. Otherwise, he does enjoy the company of another very friendly and laid back. He is easily intimidated by rambunctious felines!
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Description: Dilute Tortoiseshell
Born: 2003
Sex: Female
Miette is a sweet outgoing purry lap cat who wants nothing more than a warm lap and lots of attention. She loves to have her belly rubbed and rolls around on her back and meows when she wants attention. Miette loves visitors and usually greets company by flopping down on the floor so that everyone gets a chance to rub her belly. Miette was rescued as a "teenager" along with her brother, Merlin. She has lived in a loving home since then. Her home now includes a "blended family" from two households that includes 4 other cats. Unfortunately, Miette has decided that she wants to be the only kitty in the household! We are hoping to find a new home for Miette where where she'll get the love and affection she needs without having to share her space with other kitties.
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Name: Panda
Description:
Black and white tuxedo
Born: April
2007
Sex: Male
Interesting fact:
Panda has a cute white mustache!
Panda is a sweet-natured, curious kitty who loves
to explore new things whether its a cat toy or grocery bag! He loves
getting attention from humans and cats alike. Panda spends his time
cuddling with his foster parent or playing kitty 'tag' with his feline
foster buddy,
Cedric. Panda gets very lonely when he's by himself all
day. He needs a home either with multiple family members who are around
a lot or a home with a feline buddy. Panda and Cedric have become fast
friends - they like to chase each other and talk back and forth
with little "chirping" noises. These boys can be adopted singly or as a
pair. Panda is easy to please and in "kitty heaven" with a bowl of food
and someone to scratch his head. He's a sweet, playful, lovey-dovey kind
of guy!
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Name: Patches
Description: White with a brown tabby tail and spots
Born: 1999
Sex: Male
Interesting fact: Patches is a BIG boy - weighing 15 pounds!
Patches is a BIG SWEETIE with lots of personality! He settles in easily and is sure to greet you at the door. This wonderful boy is a great cat. Patches loves to be brushed and will quickly roll over for a nice belly rub. He enjoys playing and being around people. He can pass away the time lounging with you or bird watching from the window he seems happy no matter what. Sadly, he was abandoned at a vet office and is now looking for a home to call his own forever and always.
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PHOEBE
Name: Phoebe
Description:
Brown speckled tabby
Sex:
Female
Born: May
2007
Phoebe is a very sweet and outgoing kitty. She is adventurous as well as loving. She likes to explore but also loves to be petted, held, and cuddled. Phoebe likes sleeping on her foster mom's bed at night and giving her kitty kisses and hugs upon wakening. Phoebe enjoys sitting in the window watching the squirrels and birds. Phoebe would love a home with a family who can shower her with love and affection. She also needs a young, rambunctious feline in her home to play and bond with.
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TEDDY
Name:
Teddy
Description:
White with black spots
Born:
October 2004
Sex: Male
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TIA
Name: Tia
Description:
Brown Tabby
Sex:
Female
Born:
December 2005
This pretty petite loving tabby cat is Tia. She has lynx features and a very endearing small voiced meow. Tia enjoys spending lots of time sunning herself. Won’t you give her a cozy window seat where she can stretch out and spend her days soaking up sun rays? In between cat naps, Tia likes to enjoy some catnip. She's known as a bit of a "catnip junkie," but her addiction isn't harmful, only amusing to those who get to watch her antics. Tia loves to play, be petted and brushed and is eager to find a new family to love her.
(SS)
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This page was last updated on 05/01/08.