Welcome

Whiskers is a non-profit organization that promotes adopting older cats. We inform potential pet owners of the impressive qualities of adult cats and compare those characteristics to having younger cats or kittens. It aims to lessen strays by encouraging adoption from shelters instead of breeders.

There are around 70 million stray or unowned cats in the world. According to research by catadoptionteam.org, kittens are adopted at a rate of 82 percent, while cats age 1.5 years and older have a lesser adoption rate nationwide.

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Older cats usually tolerate petting better and are less likely to nip or scratch — and therefore hardier and sturdier — than kittens.

Unlike kittens, older cats are less demanding of your time and will be content to nap, cuddle and roam your home independently.

Why Older Cats Are The Best

Senior cats naturally have less energy than kittens or younger cats and that may be just what you’re looking for in a feline companion.

Unlike kittens, older cats are less demanding of your time and will be content to nap, cuddle and roam your home independently.

Opportunities to Foster

Although the commitment to adopt a cat full-time might not be open for everyone, help can still be made through fostering. Potential pet owners are given the chance to provide temporary homes for our rescued cats while we find them their forever home.

Meet Your New Family Member

Click on one of our adult cats to find out more information and schedule meetings. Approval of our adoption process will depend on qualifications and first-meeting interaction.

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Mia

Mia was rescued on the side of the road. She is very sweet and loves snuggles.

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Max

Max is 5 years old. He was rescued from abusive owners. He loves to play and go on walks.

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Max

Marbles is 6 years old and was rescued with her 3 kittens. She’s very affectionate and is great with kids.