Onyx.

Available

11 months old|Domestic Medium Hair|Female|Medium|Avondale, PA

🤗 Affectionate💪 Independent🎾 Playful🤐 Quiet

Onyx.

Available

11 months old|Domestic Medium Hair|Female|Medium|Avondale, PA

🤗 Affectionate💪 Independent🎾 Playful🤐 Quiet

Onyx is a female Domestic Medium Hair, seven months old, with a soft black coat, living in Avondale, PA. She is spayed, vaccinated, and house trained. Her medium-length fur suits her gentle, curious nature, and she’s still young enough to adapt well to new routines and people.

About Onyx.

Onyx came into the world in October 2025 and found shelter from the winter with her brother, Jet, and their mother, Sapphire. She’s just seven months old, all sleek black fur with a medium, soft coat. Onyx has lived most of her young life learning to trust the world around her. She’s ready for adopters who understand that some cats need time—Onyx blossoms with patience and gentle encouragement. She is spayed, vaccinated, and fully house trained. With slow, steady socialization in a calm home, Onyx will reward you as a deeply loyal companion. Onyx gets along with her sibling and will do best in an environment where she can come out of her shell at her own pace. Her astrological sign is Libra, which means she might grow to appreciate harmony, balance, and attentive company. Click apply to start the adoption process.

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Rescues & Shelters

Angie's Stray Foundation

Location Address: Avondale, PA 19311 Get directions

Questions about Onyx.

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Domestic Medium Hairs like Onyx are happiest in homes that provide a balance of cozy indoor spaces and opportunities for gentle play. Quiet, patient households work best for kittens who are still coming out of their shell.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Onyx will thrive as an indoor cat, where she will feel safe and secure. Like most Domestic Medium Hairs, she does not need outdoor access to be happy.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
With proper socialization and gentle interactions, Domestic Medium Hairs like Onyx can do well with respectful children. Very young or loud kids may be overwhelming at first, given her background.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Onyx would suit first-time cat owners who are patient and willing to let her adjust gradually, or experienced cat people comfortable with slow socialization.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Domestic Medium Hairs can get along with friendly, calm dogs, though Onyx may need time to adjust if she hasn't met dogs yet. Slow introductions are important for her confidence.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Onyx already lives with her brother, so with a gradual introduction, she should adapt well to other friendly cats.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
Cats like Onyx may be curious about small animals, but introductions should be supervised and careful, especially since kittens can have strong hunting instincts.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Domestic Medium Hairs often start out shy with new people. Onyx may hide or observe from a distance until she feels safe, then gradually come closer with patience.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Onyx is still a kitten, so she shouldn’t be left alone for long stretches, especially as she’s building confidence. Adult cats of her breed do fine with a standard workday left at home.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Domestic Medium Hairs are straightforward—Onyx is house trained and will need only basic reinforcement for litter box and household habits.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Onyx belongs to the medium-sized category. As an adult, she’ll be an easy fit for nearly any home.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
A well-cared-for Domestic Medium Hair like Onyx can live 13 to 17 years or longer.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Onyx’s medium-length coat will shed moderately year-round. Regular brushing helps keep her fur smooth and reduces loose hair.