To provide better service to potential adopters, adoption hours and shelter visits are now by appointment, Monday through Saturday. Call the shelter at (804) 580-6156 to make an appointment or ask questions about adoption and available pets. Please leave you name, phone number, and a message if there is no answer. You may also contact the shelter by e-mail at shelter@northumberlandsheriff.net
This page is dedicated to all of the cats waiting for their forever homes. Their vaccinations are current. If they have not been spayed or neutered at the time of adoption, you'll receive a certificate for spaying/neutering (generously provided by the Animal Welfare League of the Northern Neck).
If you have questions about adoptable pets, call the Shelter at (804) 580-6156.
If you have questions about adoptable pets, call the Shelter at (804) 580-6156.
PENELOPE
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What makes her different makes her beautiful…. Penelope has spectacular coloring rarely seen at the shelter. Her coat is like the Savannah breed (cheetah-like appearance, vibrant-colored coat, huge ears, and long legs. She also has an extraordinarily looooong tail; it could be 12" long! She's an extremely confident, calm, cool kitten (of eight months) that's not ruffled by anything/anyone. She loves to play but also loves to be cradled in your arms. Simply shower her with love, and she'll charm you with her meow-gic.
GOOBERS & RAZZLE
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Goobers (all black) & Razzle (magpie or black/white) are energetic three-month-old boys who play hard but also enjoy a good cuddle with each other and/or a human. Both are extremely personable. Can be adopted as a pair or separated BUT cat lovers will tell you that two is better than one and make for great entertainment. NOTE: Penelope often placed in the playroom with these two and all get along great.
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GEMMA
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Everyone needs a little sparkle in their life, and Gemma leaves a trail of it wherever she goes. This two-year old, diluted, brown tabby was surrendered to the shelter with a great health record (spayed in 2018). She’s a lap cat, for sure, and simply enjoys human companionship. Adopting Gemma is a chance to make sparkle your favorite color and rescue your favorite breed. Note: Gemma is spayed.
OTTO
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Otto is the most regal (orange tabby) cat at the shelter. This four-year-old gentle giant was orphaned when his owner moved away. He's mild mannered; comfortable being held in your arms; and not ruffled by other cats' presence. He enjoys having his soft coat brushed as well as his backside scratched. Note: Otto is neutered.
COOKIE
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If you’re into fitness…how about fitness Cookie into your heart and home?! This is one cute cookie who is dressed to impress with her tuxedo coat and will, no doubt, walk into your heart with her charming demeanor and desire for human contact. She was found in Callao with six kittens in tow; is estimated to be about 1.5 years old; and is likely blind in her left eye from an old injury. Despite her crusades in the wild, she’s incredibly easy-going and approachable. NOTE: Cookie was spayed September 9th that was paid for by Animal Welfare League.
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SAX
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This one-year-old girl was found locally and brought to the shelter in hopes she’ll find a furever home soon. If there was ever a time to judge a cat by its coat, this is the one…. Science says there may, indeed, be a connection between a cat’s coat color and their personality. So, good luck resisting this Harlequin -- her splashy coat is predominantly white with small, random spots of black ( AND an all-black tail. Harlequins aren’t a breed but are included in the tuxedo family known for their general personality (intelligence, charm and playfulness). Sax is all those things and more. NOTE: Sax was spayed September 23rd that will be paid for by Animal Welfare League.
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Sweet Pea
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This four-year-old sweetie was orphaned by her previous owner. Her personality is slowly becoming apparent to staff/volunteers -- she's quite playful with toys and enjoys human contact (over the presence of other cats). Note: Sweet Pea is spayed.
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GRACE
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An appropriate name for this five-year-old brown tabby.... Orphaned by her original owner, Grace is an elegant, good-mannered cat that's full of charm and poise. She prefers individual human attention over that of other cats. She appears shy in her condo at the shelter, but once a gentle human hand is offered, she quickly warms up and engages. You can't help but notice her gaze that, no doubt, confirms her joy. Note: Grace is spayed.
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SOCKS
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This seven-month-old boy (with mustache in process ) was found in Reedville and brought to our shelter. He's a long and lean ‘blue’ (gray) and white tuxedo with green eyes and white whiskers – all customary of tuxedo cats. It's possible he comes from a long line of fishermen because he's sporting waterman boots (white socks). His tuxitude is emerging – he’s timid yet quietly affectionate; once petted, he revels in the attention. Socks was neutered September 9th that was paid for by Animal Welfare League.
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