If you are interested in meeting a Desperate Housecat that is in foster please go to
Click on their photos for more pictures and/or information.
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Simone #6033 (currently in foster) Video
- 7 years old, brown tabby and white, spayed
- INTAKE: 5/10/2024
- FIV+ (not a big deal)
- Has figured out that laps are GREAT!
- Will take a little time to trust
- Wants to be an only cat; Not recommended for children
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Brandi #6516 (currently at AAC) Video
- 1 year old, torbie, spayed
- INTAKE: 4/11/2025
- Very sweet; Likes being petted (go slowly)
- Needs time and patience in a quiet home
- Shy until she is used to you
- Good with other cats; Unknown with dogs; No young children
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Nugget #6671 (currently in foster) Video
- 1 year old, brown tabby, neutered
- INTAKE: 4/24/2025
- Easy to handle
- Loves being petted
- Needs time to adjust to a new environment
- Great with other cats; Unknown around dogs; Not suitable for young children
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Roo #7099 (currently in foster) Video
- 1 year old, brown tabby, spayed
- INTAKE: 5/7/2025
- Playful; Lap Cat
- Deserves a loving home
- Very sweet, happy and affectionate
- Good with other cats (Prefers to be the only pet); No young children
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Tawny #8095 (currently in foster) Video
- 6 years old, tortie, spayed
- INTAKE: 5/22/2025
- Shy and timid; Needs time to warm up
- Mellow and quiet
- Enjoys being petted
- Great with other cats; Unknown with dogs; Not recommended for young children
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Snape #8946 (currently at AAC) Video
- 3 years old, brown tabby, MALE
- INTAKE: 6/4/2025
- Seeks affection once he knows you
- Shy; Needs time to adapt
- Would be happiest with a cat buddy in his home
- Great with other cats; Unknown around dogs; Not recommended for children
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Hairy Pepper #9083 (currently at AAC) Video
- 2 years old, cream tabby and white, MALE
- INTAKE: 6/6/2025
- Becoming comfortable with humans
- Gentle and sweet
- Churu is a wonderful icebreaker
- Great with other cats; Unknown around dogs; Not recommended for children
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Hedwig #9065 (currently at AAC) Video
- 2 years old, black, neutered
- INTAKE: 6/6/2025
- Playful; Would love a cat buddy
- Leans in for pets; Purrs like a little engine
- Not quite ready to be picked up and held
- Great with other cats; Unknown around dogs; May be fine with older children
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Nagini #9081 (currently at AAC) Video
- 2 years old, black and white tuxedo, MALE
- INTAKE: 6/6/2025
- Shy and anxious
- Needs a quiet home
- Enjoys treats; Not yet confident with people
- Great with other cats; Unknown around dogs; Not recommended for children
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Ceto #10882 (currently at AAC) Video
- 1 year old, torbie, FEMALE
- INTAKE: 6/26/2025
- Can be picked up and held
- Might be a lap cat
- Friendly; Likes being petted
- May be fine with other cats and dogs; Probably good with children
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Tom #11125 (currently in foster) Video
- 8 years old, orange tabby and white, neutered
- INTAKE: 6/30/2025
- Loves to NAP!
- Has healed and gained weight
- Laid back; Likes to snuggle
- Probably fine with other cats; Good with dogs and small children
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Ghost #11270 (currently at AAC) Video
- 5 years old, white, neutered
- INTAKE: 7/1/2025
- Needs time and patience
- Shy; Sometimes likes being petted (use a scratcher)
- May like having a cat buddy
- Good with other cats; Unknown around dogs; Not recommended for children
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Lemon Bar #12548 (currently in foster) Video
- 2 years old, brown tabby, neutered
- INTAKE: 7/23/2025
- FIV+ (not a big deal)
- Purrs as soon as you touch him
- Playful – wand toys and balls are his fave
- Great with other cats; Gets along with dogs; Probably good with children
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Lacy #12726 (currenlty in foster( Video
- 4 years old, dilute tortie, spayed
- INTAKE: 7/25/2025
- Easy to handle
- A little shy at first; Warms up quickly
- Lap Cat
- Gets along well with other cats; Lived with a dog; Probably fine with children
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Hattie #12872 (currently at AAC) Video
- 2 years old, brown tabby and white, medium hair, spayed
- INTAKE: 7/28/2025
- Very playful; Loves to cuddle
- Talkative; Enjoys being brushed
- Easy to carry around; Nails can be trimmed
- May get along with other cats; Unknown with dogs; Not recommended for young children
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Percy #13037 (currently in foster) Video
- 4 years old, black, neutered
- INTAKE: 7/31/2025
- A little shy at first; Warms up quickly
- Playful; Has a unique, loud purr motor
- Very affectionate
- Must be the only pet; No young children
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Buggs #13210 (currently at AAC) Video
- 1 year old, brown tabby and white, spayed
- INTAKE: 8/3/2025
- Curious; Independent; Sassy
- Playful (FAVES are small plush toys)
- Chatty (mainly at mealtime or for attention)
- May be happiest as the only pet; Should be fine with older children
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Wanda #13688 (currently at AAC) Video
- DOB: 2/12/2025, brown tabby and white, spayed
- INTAKE: 8/12/2025
- Shy and timid; Needs time to warm up
- Playful
- Enjoys being petted if approached slowly
- Great with other cats and small dogs; Not recommended for young children
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Bonnie Mae #6396 (currently in foster) Video
- 12 years old, black, spayed
- INTAKE: 8/13/2025 (previously 3/29/2025)
- Needs time to adjust; Patience is important
- A quiet home is essential
- Easy to handle; loves being petted
- Happiest as the only pet; Not recommended for young children
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Danny #8092 (currently in foster) Video
- 2 years old, brown tabby, neutered
- INTAKE: 8/14/2025 (previously 5/28/2025)
- FIV+ (not a big deal)
- Laid back and social
- Mellow (not afraid of the vacuum)
- Good with other cats but can also be an only;
Seems fine around small dogs;
Not recommended for young children or the elderly
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Jorge #14095 (currently in foster) Video
- 4 years old, orange tabby, neutered
- INTAKE: 8/20/2025
- FIV+ (not a big deal)
- Sit beside you cat
- Easy to handle; Social
- May be fine with other cats; Unknown with dogs; Probably good around children
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Digby #15675 (currently at AAC) Video and Video
- 8 years old, black, neutered, front declawed (should live indoors only)
- INTAKE: 9/19/2025
- Very friendly; Likes being petted
- Enjoys being brushed; Can be picked up and held
- Playful; Loves catnip toys
- Probably happiest as the only pet; Not recommended for young children
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To find out more information contact Austin Animal Center (AAC)
You can reach Desperate Housecats volunteers at: info at dhcaustin dot com
Be sure to check back often as the website is continually updated. Please remember that some of these wonderful cats are at AAC NOW and they are waiting to meet YOU! |
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