In May, 2018, four little abandoned kittens were found by Karolina, the daughter of one of KD's best foster moms. They were only about 6 weeks old at the time. We estimate their birthdate to be approximately March 29, 2018. Their kitty momma was nowhere to be found so, of course, Karolina brought them home where they'd be cared for and safe. Three girls and a boy - the … [Read more...]
Zoe – Adopted!
In May, 2018, four little abandoned kittens were found by Karolina, the daughter of one of KD's best foster moms. They were only about 6 weeks old at the time. We estimate their birthdate to be approximately March 29, 2018. Their kitty momma was nowhere to be found so, of course, Karolina brought them home where they'd be cared for and safe. Three girls and a boy - the … [Read more...]
Qwynn – Adopted!
Qwynn is a serene and beautiful dilute tortie with the most adorable freckles on her nose. She's perfectly content to keep her human companions company when they're napping, resting or simply lounging on the sofa while watching television or reading an engaging book. Should you get up for a snack or a bathroom break, she'll be happy to accompany you there and back again. … [Read more...]
Harlie – Adopted!
What is cooler than a girl named Harlie? This adventurous and inquisitive gray and white young lady will take your heart for a ride. Did you know cats can do wheelies? They can - and Harlie does! In cat-speak, a wheelie is when a kitty stands up on hind legs to rub her head on your outstretched hand. “I must have pets now!” Harlie says. No one can resist her … [Read more...]
Luka – Adopted!
Luka was one of 5 adorable kittens born to Momma Faerie-Misha. All born on April 11, 2018, Luka and his siblings were fortunate: they never saw the inside of a shelter as their mom had been rescued prior to their birth. All five siblings had grown up in the safety and security of their loving foster. However, when they turned 8 weeks old, tragedy struck. Luka and his brother … [Read more...]
Tux – Adopted!
Tux was brought into Devore Animal Shelter as a single, scrawny, underage kitten. Luckily a Kitty Devore Rescue volunteer was at the shelter to take this adorable tuxie in before he was surrendered and euthanized because he was orphaned and under 8 weeks old. Tux has grown into a healthy and very playful kitten. He will play with anything and everything and especially likes … [Read more...]
Koko – Adopted!
Koko is one of many of the babies in the Kitty Devore Rescue foster kitten nursery. Isn't she adorable? She is a tortoiseshell medium-haired tabby female. She was rescued from Devore Shelter with her mom, Windsor, and brother, Gulliver, along with their mom's sister, Suzy, in late May, 2018. Koko and her brother, Gulliver, were born around March 25, 2018, and are in process … [Read more...]
Gulliver – Adopted!
GULLIVER CURRENTLY HAS AN ADOPTION PENDING! Meet Gulliver! Rescued from Devore Shelter with his mom Windsor, sister Koko and aunt Suzy in late May, 2018, Gulliver is the only boy in the family. And he’s all boy! Playful and sweet. Gully has a very long tail and amazing ear tufting. (Flying Nun style!) He definitely inherited some Maine Coon from his equally stunning … [Read more...]
Katsa – Adopted!
Katsa is a goooorgeous adult kitty with stunning heterochromatic gold and blue eyes, a soft, curvy figure and a love for being with her person. She is a laid-back kitty who is inquisitive, loves to play with her toys, enjoys being pet and likes to sleep with her human. She also enjoys being brushed, window watching and climbing into her foster momma's lap every now and again … [Read more...]
Ronnie – Baby Male – Adopted!
Meet Ronnie! Ronnie was the first of two babies born to Momma Kaye. His brother Kixx was born on February 24th but he was born the previous evening on February 23rd. This sweet little boy loves to explore! He is fearless and loves to wrestle with his brother. He likes to be held, but not for too long because he wants to go play! There is so much personality and spunk in … [Read more...]
Kixx – Baby Male – Adopted!
Meet Sweet Baby Kixx!! Kixx was the second of two babies born to Momma Kaye. His brother Ronnie was born on February 23rd and Kixx followed after on February 24th, 2018. Kixx takes after his momma in looks and personality. He’s an active little boy, but he loves to snuggle, too. He is very happy to cuddle up in your arms and take a nap or just hang out. And, of course, … [Read more...]
Keep the Cat – Lose the Allergies
You may be surprised to learn one of the most common reasons why kitties come back to Kitty Devore Rescue’s foster care program after being adopted is due to someone in the adoptive family discovering they have an allergic reaction to cats that they weren’t aware of previously. It's also the number one reason why we're contacted when someone is seeking to surrender their … [Read more...]
Multi-Cat Households and the Kitty Totem Pole
Cats are territorial creatures. In the wild, a cat will determine his home base - the place he eats and sleeps - and then project outward from this space to encompass a range around it that he’ll consider as belonging to him. All within that territory - especially all food sources - he considers his own. A cat will patrol his territory. He’ll find a high spot within it to … [Read more...]
Bertie – Adopted!
His original name while awaiting rescue from Devore Shelter back in July of 2013, was Burdock but his foster mom felt that name didn’t suit. Bertie was much better - and so Bertie, he became! Bertie had the most wonderful mom for the first 4 years of his life. She started out as his foster mom but it didn’t take long before she decided she couldn’t be parted from him and … [Read more...]
Gracee – Adopted!
Gracee was rescued in 2017 along with her sister, Neena. Gracee was estimated to be about 5 years old at the time. She’s a lovely brown marble tabby with hints of orange mixed in. Her coat looks like all the best colors of Autumn. This good natured girl is outgoing and playful. She’s great with people but definitely thrives when she’s got another kitty pal to play with. … [Read more...]
Lana – Adopted!
Her original name while awaiting rescue from Devore Shelter back in June of 2014, was Miss Priss but her foster mom, who tended to rename her foster kitties after silver screen movie stars, felt she had the vivacity of Lana Turner and so, Lana was to be her name. Granted, she was only 2 months old at the time so it would be awhile before she grew up into the knockout bombshell … [Read more...]
Lexa – Adopted!
What’s the difference between a calico and a tortoiseshell? It’s a question we are often asked. First, almost all calicos and torties are female. The coloring between the two are similar and people often get them confused. A tortie has a blend of orange, black and brown coloring in her coat and a calico has these three colors plus white. So let us present to you, Lexa - one of … [Read more...]
Neena – Senior Adult Female
Adoption Application Status: Neena currently has 0 prospective adoption applicants. It’s believed that orange tabby females are rare. The truth is it’s not that orange female cats are rare, it is simply that an orange cat is more likely to be a male. For a female cat to be orange, she must inherit two orange genes - one from her mother (orange, calico, or tortoiseshell) and … [Read more...]
Jabbers – Adopted!
My name is Jabberwocky but my foster family calls me Jabbers. When I first arrived after being rescued from Devore Shelter in December of 2016, I was quite a talker. I was young then; only a year old and, like most teenagers, I was quite the chatterbox. I’ve matured. Now, I speak when I have something important to say and, of course, when I’m talking to my best friend, Kuro. … [Read more...]
Kuro – Adopted!
My name is Kuro. My name means “black” in Japanese. As you can see, I’m a gorgeous panther girl with great big and soulful amber eyes. I was rescued by Kitty Devore Rescue back in March of 2017 when I was just a teeny, tiny baby. I was fortunate that I never had to experience the inside of a shelter. I’ve grown up in the safety and comfort provided by my amazing foster … [Read more...]