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Last updated: May 9, 2008*

Overlooked Treasures

Every now and then, we find a great cat in the shelter week after week. Perhaps the kitty didn't reach out when a potential adopter walked by. Maybe she was the quietest cat in a room full of active kitty companions. Whatever the case, we wouldn't want you to miss seeing these wonderful felines. Take a look!

Hello, I am Jewel and I am truly an overlooked treasure. I am a 9 year old altered female Domestic Medium Hair. I have been at the shelter for many months now and I am not giving up my faith that some day I will find my forever home. After all these months I still go to the front of my cage when each person passes by, hoping that this will be the one for me. Being confined is not an easy life for such a social girl. I am very affectionate with the staff and volunteers and I just want to have companionship. I can also be very silly and playful. Although I am reported to get along with other cats, I would be the most happy as the only pet in the home so that I will not have to compete with other cats for food and the litter box. Please come see me soon and ask for ID A388589.

Hello, I am Gezzie. I am a 6 year old altered female Domestic Short Hair. I have a very beautiful dark tortoise shell colored coat and striking green eyes. The best thing about me is that I am very social and I love all people. I make great eye contact with people. I have been at the shelter for many months now and although the cats in my condo keep me company, I am still dreaming of that day when I will have a family to hug me, a warm lap to sleep on, and a home of my own. I have lived with other cats, children and dogs, so with proper introduction, I could probably learn to live with them again. I don’t understand why a great cat like myself has been at the shelter so long. The volunteers love me and describe me as a “treasure”. I can also be playful, but my first desire is to be your companion. I am keeping my dreams alive, could that somebody who will make my dreams come true. Could that possibly be you? Please come meet me and ask for ID A418572.

Hi: I am Stella, a 10-year-old altered female Domestic Short Hair. I have been at PHS/SPCA waiting for a new home for a long time. I am a great cat in so many ways. Don’t you love how my soft coat seems to change colors with the light? I love to be held and get belly rubs. I am an indoor cat: confident, attentive and outgoing. I get along well with some cats. I should also get along with children but please supervise us. I’m not sure about dogs though. I would love to be in your home and get lots of TLC. Please come and meet me and ask for ID 419210. It will be love at first sight, I’m sure.

Hey, somebody please paint these nails pink! Hi, my name is Lexi. I am a 9 year old altered female Domestic Short Hair with a very soft black coat and glorious nails. I get along fine with the other cats in my condo and I love people. I have been here at the shelter for a while now and I am starting to come out of my shell with all the nice care that I am getting. I can be quite playful and silly (as you can see by this photo). I am quite small and will fit nicely in your lap. Please consider me, a polite, calm older cat for your family. I won’t let you down! Come by the shelter to meet me and ask for ID A417537.

Vintage Cats

PHS/SPCA receives many middle-aged and older cats. Cats 5 years of age and up are listed in this section.

PHS/SPCA vets check the health all of the cats we offer for adoption and write health notes which are available to potential adopters. The older cats we offer are healthy but may need regular checkups and special diets to maximize their lifespans. Well cared for indoor cats can live for 20 years or more. Open your home to an older cat today!

Hi, my name is Cliff. I am an energetic 5 year old altered male Domestic Short Hair. I am very playful and eager to explore. I love to play, but sometimes I can be a bit rough. I’d probably get along well with kids age 10 and up. When I’m not zipping around having fun, I’m a very affectionate lap cat. I’ve got it all! My number is A422842.

Hi, I’m Moxi. I am a 10 year old altered female Domestic Long Hair. Even though I’m not a kitten, I love to play. I am very outgoing and just love to meet new people. I’d probably get along well with kids. I’m one of the friendliest girls you’ll meet around here and I’m anxious to find a new, loving and fun home. My number is A423443.

Hi, I’m Sophie. I am a 5 year old altered female Seal Point Siamese with short hair. I am independent and friendly. I love to play and I use my scratching post. I am very friendly and I’m looking for a fun new home. I might get along with other animals, and I’d probably do well with teenage children. My number is A423680.

Hi, I’m Sysco. I am a 5 year old altered female Domestic Short Hair. I like to cuddle and sleep under blankets, so if you don’t see me at first, I’m probably just napping. I am friendly and gentle. I’ve been told that I’m a very sweet girl and I’d prefer to be the only pet in your home. I am declawed so I need to live indoors as well. My number is A364397.

Hi, my name is Freddy. I am a 5 year old altered male Domestic Short Hair. I am very friendly and curious. I love to watch what’s going on around me and meet new people. I like to be petted just about everywhere. I’d probably get along well with kids and maybe some other cats. I’m excited to meet you! My number is A424951.

Hello, Dom here. I’m 7 years old; a medium sized Domestic Short Hair neutered male. I’m a very handsome orange tabby, gentle, a great lap cat, and love to be patted and scratched. I get along well with other cats and older children. I’m very affectionate and will return your love. Please come and take me home with you. My number is A424268.

Hi I am Nellie. I am a 10 year old altered female Domestic Long Hair. I am very tiny, hardly bigger than a kitten and I have a beautiful, soft tortoise shell colored coat. I am sweet and friendly and very gentle. I lived in my previous home for a long time, but when a couple of dogs joined the family, I became very nervous and upset and could not adjust to a life with dogs. I am hoping to find a new home that does not have dogs. I do get along with other cats, and could probably learn to live with a resident cat in your home (other cats don’t make me upset). I am such a little sweetie and will make such a great companion for someone. Please come meet me and ask for ID A420907.

Hello, I am Cappie. I am a 14 year old altered female Domestic Short Hair. I am heartbroken because when my former family had a baby, they put me in the shelter. All I ask for is a nice place to curl up and sleep, good food and a kindly person to keep me company. I am polite, calm and a very nice cat. I also have a very cute and unusual face. I am in good health and would make an excellent companion for someone who is looking for a calm, nice cat. Please don’t pass me by. Ask for ID A357345.

Hello, Chocolate is my name and I am a big lover boy. I am a 6 year old altered male Domestic Short Hair. When the photographer came to take my photo, it was a challenge because I kept trying to kiss the camera, kiss the photographer, kiss the other cats in the condo… I am very outgoing and extremely social and I get along great with the other cats in the condo. I would be a great cat for the first time pet owner, and I could probably get along with a resident cat in your home. Won’t you give me a chance? Come by the shelter and ask for ID A423181.

Hi, I am Misty. I am a darling little 8 year old altered female Domestic Short Hair. I am new to my condo, so I am hiding out a bit until I am more comfortable. I am sweet and polite and will make an excellent companion. I have a beautiful black coat and I love to have my chin scratched. I am reported to be able to get along with dogs, and I am polite to the other cats in my condo. I would be a great cat for the first time pet owner. Please come meet me and ask for ID A424014.

Hello I am Midnight. I am a 10 year old altered female Domestic Short Hair. I am a very sweet cat who is a bit shy in new situations, but once I warm up, I am very friendly. I am polite and calm and will make a great companion for someone. I have been declawed, so I will need to be an indoor-only cat. I would be a great cat for the first time pet owner. I also get along with other cats. Won’t you give a sweet older girl a chance? Come by the shelter to meet me and ask for ID A421003.

Hello, I’m Toby. I’m a 5 year old, medium sized Domestic Short Hair neutered male. My front paws have been declawed, so I’ll need to be kept indoors. I may be shy at first, but once I get to know you, I like to roll over and have my belly rubbed. I’m a lap cat, friendly and affectionate. I need to be on a special diet to control crystals in my urine. I’ll do better if there are no dogs and I’m the only cat. I get along with children, but we should be supervised. Please come and see me. My number is A422210.

Hello, my name is Baby. Won’t you let me become your baby? I am a delightful 5 year old altered male Domestic Long Hair. I am very, very soft and affectionate. I am friendly and sweet and one of the favorites among the volunteers. My coat will require regular brushing so that I can stay soft and shiny. I could probably learn to live with children age 6 and older, and I would be a great cat for the first time pet owner. I get along fine with the other cats in my condo so I could probably learn to live with a resident cat in your home. Please stop by the shelter and ask for ID A421539.

Hello I am Diamond. I am a 7 year old altered male Domestic Short Hair. I have a most unusual and attractive coat. I am a bit reserved and shy until I get to know you, but I am very polite and an all-around nice guy. I could probably learn to live with children in their teens, and I would be a great cat for the first time pet owner. I get along fine with the other cats in my condo so I could probably learn to live with a resident cat in your home. Please stop by the shelter and ask for ID A421930.

Hello Ozzy is my name! I am an 8 year old altered male cat. I am a very friendly and outgoing fellow. I love to be scratched behind the ears and I have a great purr. With proper introduction, I could probably learn to live with children age 6 and older, and I would be a great cat for the first time pet owner. I get along fine with the other cats in my condo so I could probably learn to live with a resident cat in your home. Please stop by the shelter and ask for ID A422126.

Hi, my name is Marcus. I am an 8 year old altered male Domestic Long Hair. I have some crazy whiskers, but they make me look very handsome. I am playful and very affectionate. I love to be rubbed all over and I’m very calm. I would prefer to live indoors, and I should be supervised when playing with kids. A424353

Hi, I’m Blondie Big. I am an 8 year old altered male Domestic Medium Haired cat. I’m a very handsome guy, and although my name has Big in it, I’m not all that large. I am very affectionate and I’ll let you know when I’m happy by purring, a lot. I am friendly and outgoing and I just love to be rubbed all over. I might get along with other cats and should be supervised when playing with kids. A422520

Hi, I’m Sunny. I am an 8 year old altered male Domestic Short Hair. I’m a quiet, friendly guy who will make himself quite comfortable on your lap. I’m very affectionate and a real sweetheart. I have an interesting coat of brown stripes with some red on my back; it makes me look quite handsome. I’m looking forward to a new dog-free, indoor home. A422120

Hi, I’m Butterball. And before you get the wrong idea, I’m neither plump nor a turkey. I am a 7 year old altered female Domestic Short Hair. I’m a very sweet kitty who loves to sit on laps and have my belly rubbed. I might get along well with other cats and should be supervised when playing with kids — but I am looking for a dog-free home. I might take a little bit of time to adjust to new surroundings, but I’m ready to get to know and love my new family. A418050

Hi, I’m Serena. I am an 8 year old altered female Domestic Short Hair. I am gentle and friendly and I can be talkative at times. I also like to play, and when I’m tired of playing I’ll be perfectly happy to sit on your lap. I need to be the only pet in your home, but I would probably do fine with teenage children. I’m a very pretty girl waiting to meet some friendly people to take me home! A421733

Hello, I’m Annie. I’m a 10-year-old altered female Domestic Medium Hair with Dilute Tortoiseshell coloring. My owner passed away recently and I’m a little sad and unsure right now. I’m looking for a new family who will be gentle with me and give me a good home. Once I get to know you, I like to be stroked and rubbed. I’m attentive, curious and outgoing. My coat should be brushed regularly to keep me looking my best. I can probably get along with cats, but have not lived with dogs before. I get along with children, but we should be under supervision. Please visit me and reference my number A422240.

Hello I am Prince. I am a 6 year old altered male Domestic Short Hair. The most unique thing about me is that once I decide that I like you, I will lick your hand, just like a dog! I am a very sweet cat who came in to the shelter several months ago after seeing some really rough times. My injuries are now healed and I am ready to begin a better life in a nice home with people who will pamper me and show me what it can be like to live with good care. I am a bit shy with new people, but I warm up quickly and will soon be kissing your hand and purring. I am living peacefully with the other cats in my condo, so with proper introduction I may be able to live with a resident cat in your home. I am a very nice, polite cat who would be an excellent choice for the first time pet owner. I am ready to get on with my new life, so please give me a chance and ask for ID A416282 at the shelter.

Hi, I’m Kiko. I am a 7 year old altered male Domestic Short Hair. I am calm and gentle, but also have a curious streak. I like to play and sleep in boxes and I’m very affectionate. I might have had a bad ear infection at some point so I tilt my head to the side sometimes, but I don’t have any health problems currently and I’m ready to go to my new home. My ID is A419453.

Hi, I’m Cocoa.  I am a 10 year old altered female Domestic Medium Hair. I am gentle, friendly and very outgoing. I am a lap cat and I love to have my belly rubbed. I would probably get along with kids but we should be supervised when playing together. I would prefer a home without dogs. A417572.

Hi, my name is Picabo. I am a 9 year old altered female Domestic Short Hair.  I am a shy girl but once I get to know you, I’m very affectionate. As you can see I like to hide, but I’ll peek out of my hiding space and keep an eye on you. I might be a little older, but I still love to play and when I’m not busy exploring I make a great lap cat. I’d prefer to be the center of your attention, so I’m looking for a home without other cats, dogs or children. A398120.

Hi, my name is Glinda. I am an 8-year-old, altered female Domestic Short Hair. I am a very friendly girl. I love attention, and I’m also curious. I have nice, soft fur and a great personality. I’m just waiting to meet my new family! A417915

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* These are only some of the wonderful cats we have for adoption. We do our best to update this page regularly (with volunteers) but we can't guarantee every animal shown here is still available. It's also typical that we have cats in the shelter who haven't yet had their photos taken, etc, so even though the site has been updated, that doesn't mean you're seeing all the cats here that are actually available at our shelter. So please come down to our shelter! It's a loving place and we are happy to help you find the perfect cat for you.

To hear a recording of the most current listing of animals for adoption, call 650/340-7022, ext. 705.

To adopt an animal, please visit the shelter in person to meet with a customer service representative and the animal. You can download an adoption profile form for a cat or a dog, complete the form and bring it with you to the shelter. Adoption hours are 11 am to 7 pm on the weekdays and 11 am to 6 pm on the weekends. (Note that it is often not possible for our staff to complete adoptions for visitors arriving less than an hour before our posted closing times.)

Our staff is busy taking care of the animals and making matches, therefore we are unable to answer inquiries about individual animals over email.