Hazel

Available

0-6 months|American Shorthair|Female|Medium|Thorofare, NJ

🐾 Friendly🎾 Playful🧠 Smart🐈 Cat Friendly🚽 House Trained

Hazel

Available

0-6 months|American Shorthair|Female|Medium|Thorofare, NJ

🐾 Friendly🎾 Playful🧠 Smart🐈 Cat Friendly🚽 House Trained

Hazel is a female American Shorthair kitten in Thorofare, NJ. She has a short coat and is spayed, fully vaccinated, and litterbox trained. Hazel is social and gets along with other cats. She’s been given full veterinary care and is ready for a loving home.

About Hazel

Hazel is a small, lively American Shorthair kitten with a short, easy-to-care-for coat. She’s the runt of her litter, but you wouldn’t know it from her confidence and energy. Hazel is already litterbox trained, strong, and quick to pick up on routines—a smart little companion in the making. She gets along well with other kittens and cats in her Nichols, NY foster home, making her a good fit for homes with existing pets. Hazel is spayed, fully vaccinated, flea treated, dewormed, and has tested negative for FIV and FeLV. She’ll be ready for her new family after June 6th. If you’re looking for a playful, social kitten who fits right in with both people and other cats, Hazel is waiting to meet you. What are you waiting for? Apply today!

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Rescues & Shelters

Paws And Claws Society (856) 848-7664

Location Address: Thorofare, NJ 08086 Get directions

Questions about Hazel

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Hazel, an American Shorthair kitten, adapts well to varied household settings and thrives as an indoor companion, whether in apartments or larger homes.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Hazel does not require outdoor space to be happy, as American Shorthairs are content as indoor cats with plenty of toys and space to explore inside.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Hazel's friendly nature as an American Shorthair makes her a good match for families with children who know how to treat kittens gently.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Hazel’s breed is a classic choice for first-time cat owners due to their easygoing and adaptable temperament.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
American Shorthairs like Hazel can usually learn to get along with friendly, cat-appropriate dogs when introduced gradually.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Hazel already enjoys the company of other cats and will likely continue this trend, as American Shorthairs are known to be cat-friendly.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
Hazel’s breed has a natural hunting instinct, so introductions to small animals should be supervised and cautious if needed.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Hazel is a social kitten and American Shorthairs are usually friendly or at least tolerant of guests and new people in the home.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
American Shorthair kittens like Hazel should not be left alone for long stretches; a few hours at a time is best until she's older.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Hazel is already litterbox trained, and American Shorthairs typically need only basic training—they’re quick learners and adapt easily to routines.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Hazel will grow into a medium-sized cat, as is typical for American Shorthairs.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
With proper care, Hazel and her breed can live 15 years or more, often remaining healthy well into their teens.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Hazel’s short coat will shed a moderate amount, but regular brushing helps control loose fur.