Our Cats
(see below for adoption procedures)
IMPORTANT FYI - UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
As of Saturday, 8/8 - The Shelter will open for regular adoption hours. Cat and dogs are back in the building. Construction continues to move along on the dog “adoption” side of the building. All dogs will be temporarily housed on the “stray” side of the building. Any dogs available for adoption can be met after an application is completed and approved. There are temporary fenced in dog runs available in order to meet dogs.
As of Monday, 5/18 - We are excited to announce that as of May 11, 2026, a major renovation project has officially begun at the Genesee County Animal Shelter. While we look forward to the improvements this will bring to our facility, we anticipate several challenges during the construction phase. We truly appreciate your continued support and patience as we navigate this transition.
As with any construction project, we anticipate changes to the schedule and public access to the Shelter. We will attempt to keep you updated via our website and Facebook page.
Additionally, due to serious storage constraints during construction, we are limiting our donations to a temporary "Construction Wish List."
THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE.
Jiggers is an 11-year-old spayed female tortoiseshell domestic shorthair. She is a very friendly girl who will come right out to be petted and enjoy attention. You would never guess she is 11 years old thanks to her playful, affectionate manner. She arrived from a household with dogs and other cats and has shown herself to be sociable and adaptable.
Josh is a 8-month-old neutered male Gray and White Tiger DSH Kitty. He is a sweet, affectionate little guy who loves to flop onto his back and patiently wait for belly rubs. He prefers a calm environment and does not get along well with dogs, so a home without canine companions would be best.
Jazz is a 7-year-old spayed female tortie domestic short hair. Jazz has a distinctive appearance because of her crumpled ears, most likely the result of years of untreated ear infections. But don’t let that stop you from getting to know this sweet kitty—she is a genuine sweetheart. She came from a household with dogs and other cats and has experience living peacefully with them.
Tipsy is a 9-year-old spayed female black-and-white longhair. She lost her family due to a housing issue and is now looking for a new, loving home. Tipsy is very petite, calm, and gentle, with a sweet, docile temperament. A veterinarian examined her and gave her a clean bill of health. She has some scars on her eyes, but the doctor said they are not a concern.
Graham is an adult male black domestic shorthaired cat. He’s a very handsome fellow who isn’t afraid of a splash of pink and enjoys attention. Confident and friendly, Graham gets along well with people and greets visitors with curiosity. He will be neutered before going to his new home.
Cheddar is a 7-year-old female orange-and-white tiger domestic shorthair. She is a bit nervous about shelter life, but so far has been friendly and observant, cautiously exploring her surroundings. Cheddar arrived from a household with both dogs and other cats, and she seems accustomed to living with other animals. She will be spayed prior to adoption.
Jewels is a 6-year-old female brown tabby domestic short hair. Jewels is a little shy but very sweet, and with patient handling we believe she will warm up and come around just fine. She came from a household with dogs and other cats and has experience living with them. Jewels will be spayed prior to adoption and will be ready to join her new family once that procedure and her recovery are complete.
Salsa is a 3 month old spayed female dilute torti domestic short hair.
Cheddar is a 3 month old neutered male orange tiger domestic short hair.
Courtesy Post: Paisley is a beautiful bundle of fluff, tortitude and purrs. At two years old she still has a kittenish streak and loves to play with wand toys, watch the birds at the feeder and give sass from the window to the raccoons who pass through the yard at night. She loves human company; sometimes on your lap or next to you, and sometimes a few feet away just out of your reach. She is a prodigious talker, and says exactly what she thinks.
Paisley is not the cat for everyone. She would do best in a quieter home, with no young children. We also believe she would thrive in a home with an experienced cat person. She is looking for someone who is familiar with ‘opinionated’ torties, who can spend time with her and learn to know her on her own terms. Paisley had a difficult past which she is still getting over. She is learning to trust again and she’s made extreme progress since coming to us.
She occasionally gets over stimulated and needs a family that can recognize this and give her space at those times. If you understand how relationships that take a little time and effort can bring the greatest reward, and you are looking for a cat who will be an interesting and engaging companion, then Paisley may be the cat for you.
For more information please contact Feral to Forever Rescue.
Courtesy Post:
Bingo was a stray taken in by me December 2025 before the start of last year’s brutal winter. The bingo odds were definitely in his favor. I worked tirelessly with him for months to domestic him. We have reached our goal, he is more than ready! Now it’s your turn to give him a happy ever after. Bingo is a healthy 10 lb 3 yr old neutered male, vaccinated and microchipped. Bingo has adjusted nicely to an indoor lifestyle. He is confident, playful, frisky, curious, adventurous, highly food motivated and most importantly, loving. He occasionally wants to lay on my lap but mostly he lies beside me. He sometimes nips my leg for attention when he wants food if I am not moving fast enough. An annoyance that could be remedied. A cat-tolerant dog would benefit from his company, a dog with low prey drive and a calm personality that allows Bingo to physically interact with him/her. Would he enjoy another cat to share his home with? Unknown as I only have dogs; however, I feel the stimulation of another cat for company would please him. He follows our pack. Bingo will be homed with all his personal belongings including his cat tree house. A perch with a view out the window is a must. Are you fully ready to adopt an adorable feline? If so, he is ready to adopt you! Bingo is not at the shelter. My mission is providing a safe haven and a home for my rescues while ensuring they are spayed/neutered. I live in a rural area and I rescue on average 1-2 cats per year. Their origin remains a mystery. If you are truly interested in adopting this little humorous fella, please call 585-993-3327 before 9 pm. Or email: luciag33@gmail.com Location: East Bethany NY (near Batavia)
Kittens in Foster Homes
Adoption Procedures
There is a $100 NON-REFUNDABLE FEE for all animals which needs to be cash or a check - NO CREDIT CARDS. If the animal is not spayed or neutered there is a $35 REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT upon proof of surgery. An adoption application must be filled out at the Shelter by the person wishing to adopt the animal. Once the application has been reviewed and approved the potential adopter may visit and meet any of the animals. All cats must leave the Shelter in a cat carrier. Please bring a cat carrier. If you would like more information, please Contact Us.
If the cat is at the Batavia Petco, you can come in anytime during Petco business hours to complete an application. Applications will be reviewed daily by volunteers. We will contact potential adopters by phone to review the application and set up a pick up date if the application is approved.