Orphan Kitten Project | You Need This Cat

Marigold

Marigold is a sleek black beauty who loves climbing, jumping, and exploring every corner of her world. She’s bold, spirited,...

Quattrocento

Quattrocento is a handsome little tuxedo boy with a soft, sweet personality. He’s very playful and absolutely toy-motivated. He loves...

Honeynut

Meet the sweet Honeynut! Honeynut is a sweet, shy, energetic little girl. She loves playing with her friend Butternut and...

Acorn

Acorn is a wobbly kitten, so he’s a bit unsteady on his paws—but don’t let that fool you! This determined...

Walnut

Walnut is a total lover boy who melts into cuddles and wants nothing more than to be snuggled up beside...

Jinu

Jinu is a medium-haired black with hints of grey hair boy who is ready to hunt your heart with his...

Ginkgo

Ginkgo is always up for an adventure, whether that’s chasing toys, wrestling with a buddy, or climbing right into your...

Chestnut

She’s a playful kitten who loves to zoom around the house and be the ultimate assistant to whatever you’re doing....

Pecan

Meet Pecan – the sweetest little cuddle bug with a side of adventure! Looking for a kitten who’ll make you...

Sauce

Sauce has white part around his mouth, giving him a sweet expression. He is the resident explorer and adventurer. Sauce...

Crisp

Crisp is a beautiful black kitten whose coat is incredibly soft and silky—you just have to feel it ! While...

Bacon

Bacon is an amazing kitten, very friendly and curious. She loves strawberries and is very playful! But if your toes...

Apple

Apple is an exceptionally sweet and caring mother of 4 kittens - Juice, Sauce, Crisp, and Crumble. She arrived to...

Grits

Grits is a bold, curious little adventurer with a heart full of courage and a surprising love for water! He’s...

Nori

Nori is a shy girl that takes a little bit to come out of her shell but she is a...

Kopi and Piko (Bonded Pair)

Kopi (tabby) is a brave boy who warms up easily to anyone and will be purring at your feet within...

Timbre

Timbre is the shyest of the group, and will take some time to feel safe with new people. Once she...

Maya

Maya is the soft, fluffy, quiet thinker of her litter! She’s contemplative, observant, and always seems to be deep in...

Pattern

Pattern is a gentle, loving kitten who adores everyone he meets and just wants to be loved! Calm and affectionate,...

Kiki

Kiki is a super sweet kitten who loves to play, snuggle, and purr her heart out once she feels safe....

Groot

Groot (orange collar) is the most timid of his brothers at first, but his personality starts to shine through very...

Ghoul

Ghoul (yellow collar) is the gentlest of his litter, very calm and collected (until you get the wand toy out)!...

Gumba

Gumba (green collar) is one of 4 brothers that all love to play and snuggle all day, but Gumba is...

Poire

Ooh là là—say bonjour to Poire, our 3rd and last French fruit basket member! She may be the smallest of...

Bill

Bill (Billy/Biwwy/Billy Boy) is a fairly good size, grey tabby lover boy. He has his moments of pet me with...

Pinot

Meet the handsome, chatty Pinot! Pinot and his siblings (Vino, Spritz, and Chardonnay), were found outside with no mom in...

Chupacabra

Chupacabra is an independent but snuggly black kitten who loves to zoom around, then melt into your lap. He’s playful,...

Kiwi

If you’re looking for a loving, playful companion who will fill your home with joy and purrs, Kiwi is your...

Scooter

Scooter originally had a fracture in one leg and neurological issues in the other. His fracture is fully healed, and...

Fresno Nightcrawler and Mothman (Bonded Pair)

Fresno Nightcrawler and Mothman (Bonded Pair)

Fresno is the sweetest little boy! He is a bit clingy for sure, but his foster thinks that makes him...

Toast

This sweet girl is the perfect mix of snuggly and playful! At night, she loves nothing more than curling up...

Dill

Dill was found living with her mom outside the UC Davis Physics building. In typical tiny tabby girl fashion, she...

Chip

Chip was brought into the ER as a stray who was found terrified in the middle of La Rue, so...

Tabitha

This stunning tabby cat will take your breath away and steal your heart. In addition to her vibrant swirly markings,...

Rory

Looking for an affectionate, easy keeper? Meet Rory, named by her foster because her cool face markings look like a...

Cannoli

Cannoli is a sweet boy who LOVES his treats! He enjoys looking out the window and loves sleeping throughout the...

Nermal

Nermal is a very affectionate kitty when she gets to know you! While she's a bit shy at first, the...

Viktor

Viktor is a sweet, affectionate boy with a purr that rumbles like a tiny engine. He’s happiest when he can...

Simba

Born on March 20, 2025, Simba is the only survivor in a litter of 3. We noticed in his first...

Kidney Bean

Kidney Bean is a delightful girl with a passion for both play and snuggling. She is particularly fond of toys...

Capri-Sun

Capri-Sun is a fearless little firecracker with a huge heart! She is equal parts curious, loving, and bold. She’ll trot...

Chardonnay

Chardonnay is a quiet but loving little girl! Originally found living outside of the Robert Mondavi Institute with her mom...

Spritz

Spritz is a friendly, playful girl! Originally found living outside of the Robert Mondavi Institute with her mom and four...

Vino

Meet the handsome, luxurious man, Vino! Vino is a medium-haired, fluffy kitty who would love to be your new best...

Yeti

Meet Yeti! Yeti is your typical energetic and curious kitten! She is indeed the queen of her mountain and will...

Bigfoot

Meet Bigfoot! Bigfoot may be the smallest of her litter, but she lives up to her name! She's got a...

Donatella

Donatella is a little ball of energy who loves to play from morning to night (with the exception of her...

Nessie

Meet Nessie (aka the Loch Ness Monster)! This sweet and devoted mama came into our rescue with her five adorable...

Ash

Ash is a sweet, loving, and social kitten. He is extremely affectionate and enjoys a close bond with people and...

Soot

Soot is a very playful, energetic, and curious kitten. She enjoys exploring and investigating nooks and crannies. She loves chasing,...

Leo

Leo is a sweet boy and a total lovebug! He’s very affectionate and likes to stick close, often meowing to...

Zombie and Cyclops (Bonded Pair!)

Little Zombie had a rough start, with a viral infection that damaged his left eye, but he is now a...

Huckleberry

Meet Huckleberry, the dashing polydactyl! Huck is one cool cat who loves nothing more than a sunny window and a...

Hazel and Willow (Bonded Pair)

Hazel and Willow are a bonded pair of sisters who do everything together! They are incredibly sweet, gentle, and love...

River

River is the only boy in his litter, and he wears that role with quiet confidence and endless charm. He’s...

Mouse

Mouse is a super sweet and cuddly cat. She enjoys falling asleep in your arms and makes a great lap...

Rat

Rat is a super sweet cat that has a meow that matches his name. He is very playful, but also...

Basil

Basil is a tuxedo kitten and a mellow little guy with a quiet and gentle nature. Though he can be...

Turnip

Turnip is a sweet, easygoing kitten who came to us after a vet at UC Davis found him under her...

Colin

Colin is a social and talkative little gentleman! He is very affectionate and loves to snuggle up against your neck...

Pomegranate

Pomegranate or better known as “Pom” or “Pom Pom” is the cuddliest little boy. He will be all over you,...

Sprout

The biggest of his siblings, Sprout is a gentle giant. He’s super sweet and loves to purr and lay in...

Juniper

Juniper is the sweetest little boy. He loves cuddles and pets (especially head pets) and will rub himself all over...

Ivy

Ivy: Ivy was the shyest of the bunch initially, but now she is the most keen on befriending our two...

Cypress

Cypress is the bravest little baby. Despite being the runt of the litter, she is always the first of her...

Mylo

Mylo is a sweetheart! He is a cuddle bug and a purr machine. He also loves to play and has...

Pie

Meet Pie, the Playful Explorer! ? Say hello to Pie, a spirited and charming kitty who’s ready to steal your...

Amber

Meet Amber, the charming and talkative mama cat who’s ready to find her forever home now that her kittens have...