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Desert Paws Rescue Cats Desert Paws Rescue is a non-profit, volunteer run, foster based 501(c)(3) animal rescue organization.

🐾 It's CATurday at PetSmart! 🐾Looking for a little extra love, laughter, and purring in your life? Today is the perfect ...
10/17/2026

🐾 It's CATurday at PetSmart! 🐾

Looking for a little extra love, laughter, and purring in your life? Today is the perfect day to find your new best friend!

💙 Nearly TWO DOZEN cats and kittens will be waiting to meet their future families at our Desert Paws Rescue adoption event.

📍 PetSmart 4920 S. Power Rd. Mesa, AZ 85212

🕚 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

From playful kittens to affectionate adult cats, we have amazing felines of all ages, personalities, and colors ready to find the loving homes they deserve. Every adoption saves a life and creates room for us to rescue even more animals in need.

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Your simple share could be the reason a cat finds their forever home today.

We can't wait to introduce you to your new furry family member! 🐱❤️

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🐾 Adoption Event This Saturday! 🐾Thinking about adding a little purr-sonality to your life? Stop by and meet some of our...
10/17/2026

🐾 Adoption Event This Saturday! 🐾

Thinking about adding a little purr-sonality to your life? Stop by and meet some of our adorable adoptable cats and kittens this Saturday!

From playful kittens to laid-back lap cats, we have feline friends hoping to find the families they've been waiting for. Each one has been rescued, cared for, and is ready for their next chapter.

📍 PetSMart
4920 S Power rd
Mesa, AZ 85212
🕒 11a-4p

Whether you're looking for a cuddle buddy, an office supervisor, a professional biscuit-maker, or simply want to learn more about adoption, we'd love to meet you.

Can't adopt right now? Sharing our posts and helping spread the word makes a huge difference for the cats in our care.

❤️ Every adoption opens the door for us to help another cat in need.
❤️ Every adoption changes a life. Sometimes two.

We hope to see you Saturday!

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Rocky was found living outside, but it was clear right away that he is much more comfortable living indoors. He’s a swee...
10/16/2026

Rocky was found living outside, but it was clear right away that he is much more comfortable living indoors. He’s a sweet and affectionate cat, and will meow to let you know if he needs anything. If you decide to give Rocky the life he deserves, he is happy to sleep on the couch, and occasionally rub against your leg or lay on your lap for a few pets. His time on the streets did not leave Rocky unscathed. In a stressful environment, Rocky is easily overwhelmed, so he is looking for a slower-paced household where he can be a bachelor cat. Rocky's scrappy attitude will sometimes come out when he becomes overwhelmed, and he will bite to set boundaries, but never out of aggression. As such, we recommend Rocky goes into a home without children. Rocky is happiest when provided a peaceful and sunshine-filled space of his own, where he can watch birds out the window, meow in many octaves, and chase cat toys around the house.

🐾 Meet Chicho & Baffi 🐾 Two brothers, who definitely give big brother and little brother vibes! Looking for a loving hom...
10/15/2026

🐾 Meet Chicho & Baffi 🐾
Two brothers, who definitely give big brother and little brother vibes! Looking for a loving home filled with enrichment, play, and affection.
Both boys warm up well to other cats, dogs, and children, making them wonderful additions to many types of families. They’ve been together since they were little, and I would love to keep them together if possible.
✨ Chicho (4 years old)
Chicho is a big fluffy boy with an even bigger personality. He’s playful, curious, and loves interactive playtime. Chicho prefers affection on his own terms and can be a little independent at first, but once he decides he wants attention, he absolutely melts into it. He especially loves face scratches and rubbing against your feet for affection.
***Chicho has attended PetSmart adoption events very begrudgingly and golly, we hope he doesn't need to attend anymore. His behavior is totally out of character.

✨ Baffi (3 years old — the one with the mustache!)
Baffi is a snuggly little guy with a playful streak. He loves wrestling with his brother, chasing lights and reflections, and curling up right on your chest when it’s time to relax. He can be a little shy at first, but he’s incredibly affectionate, talkative, and almost always purring.

If you are wanting to adopt these kitties, please fill in an adoption consultation form through our website: DesertPawsRescue.org

😺Meet Paloma! She's a gorgeous solid white female with beautiful blue eyes. Paloma is about 5 months old and was found a...
10/15/2026

😺Meet Paloma! She's a gorgeous solid white female with beautiful blue eyes. Paloma is about 5 months old and was found as a stray in Phoenix. The poor thing was a little dirty from being outside but once she was at her foster home she took care of that immediately - no bath was necessary. Whew! She's very social and approachable and likes to be held and pet. She's great with other kitties but hasn't met a dog yet. Paloma loves lying on a soft cushion and is very happy indoors. She's calm and gentle but also playful. She's a great kitty! She would be happiest with another kitty in her new home.
😺Pilar is 4 months old and super sweet. She purrs a lot and likes to be picked up and cuddled. She's great about getting her nails trimmed. Pilar was found as a stray in Phoenix. She was a tiny bit timid at first in her foster home but now makes friends with all the kitties she meets. (She hasn't met a dog yet.) Pilar enjoys napping on a comfy, fluffy pillow and is not shy when it comes to canned food! She's a doll and a pleasure to foster. She would love to have four-legged friends in her new home.
😺Introducing Pablo, a gentle, friendly little guy who loves to rub his cheeks on you. This 4-month-old loves to be near you and loves to be held and purr. Pablo is curious and has no fear exploring the house and meeting other kitties to play with. (Dogs are unknown.) A mailman found him as a stray in Maryvale before coming to Desert Paws Rescue. Pablo is very happy having all the luxuries of indoor life now, and is very well behaved. Please note he should have a feline friend(s) in his new home.

If you are interested in adding one or two of these cuties to your home, please fill in an adoption consultation form through our website: DesertPawsRescue.org

🌶️🐾 Meet Ghost Pepper, Carolina Reaper & Kovu — Three Cuties Born the Same Week, Each With Their Own Spice & Sweetness 🐾...
10/15/2026

🌶️🐾 Meet Ghost Pepper, Carolina Reaper & Kovu — Three Cuties Born the Same Week, Each With Their Own Spice & Sweetness 🐾🌶️

😺Ghost Pepper — 4/26/26
Ghost Pepper came in a little spicy but quickly realized indoor life is way better than the Arizona heat. Now he’s a sleek brown tabby with striking markings and a big personality. He loves following you during chores like a tiny foreman, enjoys pets and chin scratches, and is slowly allowing more cuddle time. Churu treats and feather wands are his absolute weaknesses. Smart, observant, playful, and learning to trust more every day — he’s perfect for a home that appreciates a “spicy‑to‑sweet” transformation.

😺Carolina Reaper — 4/26/26
The spiciest of the trio has grown into a loving, more confident girl. She adores laser toys, wand toys, and rattle mice. Timid at first, she melts into nonstop purrs when held. Reaper gains confidence from other cats and needs a male feline role model(2–7 yrs) to help her continue maturing. She thrives with patience, gentle guidance, and a quiet home — **no dogs or children** for this sensitive sweetheart.

😺Kovu — 4/22/26
Kovu is a gentle little guy learning that people can be wonderful. He’s still shy and skittish, but his confidence grows every day. Once he feels safe, he’s discovered that laps are pretty great — snuggles and pets are welcome, as long as they’re on his terms. When he’s not soaking up lap time, he loves wrestling and playing with feline friends. A playful kitty companion would be a huge bonus for him. Watching Kovu come out of his shell is incredibly rewarding, and he’ll blossom beautifully with patience and love.

If you’re looking for kittens with heart, personality, and a little spice, these three might be your perfect match.

💛 Adopt: DesertPawsRescue.org

🍂🐾 Meet Corduroy & Flannel — Siblings With Two Very Different Vibes 🐾🍁😺 Corduroy — Born 7/25/26Corduroy’s story started ...
10/14/2026

🍂🐾 Meet Corduroy & Flannel — Siblings With Two Very Different Vibes 🐾🍁

😺 Corduroy — Born 7/25/26
Corduroy’s story started with a surprise delivery — found outside all alone until Mama Cat marched back and dropped off his sister like a second package on the doorstep. Thanks to a wonderful couple, both babies were safe, loved, and eventually surrendered so they could find their forever homes.
This handsome tuxedo boy is Mr. Nonstop. He has energy for DAYS — running, leaping, climbing, and turning any human into his personal cat tree the moment they sit down. He plays hard, explores everything, and needs a high‑energy feline friend who can keep up with his pace and match his enthusiasm.
Corduroy’s adorable exclamation‑point marking ❗ fits him perfectly — he does everything with excitement. And when his battery finally runs out, he crashes into a cozy nap or a warm lap. If you’re looking for endless laughs, nonstop entertainment, and a bold little buddy for your playful cat, Corduroy is your guy.😺 Flannel — Born 7/25/26
Flannel is the fall‑vibes queen — warm, cozy, and happiest when she’s snuggled close. Her favorite place is perched on your shoulder, tucked in like the softest flannel blanket. She’s gentle, affectionate, and thrives on being coddled by her people.
Unlike her high‑energy brother, Flannel has lower play energy and prefers a calm, respectful feline companion who won’t overwhelm her. If you’re away for longer periods, she’ll need another friendly kitty for comfort and companionship, but she’s not looking for a wild playmate — she wants a buddy who matches her mellow vibe.
Flannel enjoys interactive toys, loves climbing her cat tree, and is happiest when she’s tucked close to her human. She’s a sweet, gentle shoulder‑snuggler who brings warmth and calm wherever she goes.

💛 Adopt: DesertPawsRescue.org

😺MEET BIANCA Born 6/24/26Every diva has an origin story! Bianca and her brother were rescued from outside and welcomed ...
10/14/2026

😺MEET BIANCA Born 6/24/26
Every diva has an origin story! Bianca and her brother were rescued from outside and welcomed into Desert Paws Rescue. This tiny fashionista needed a little extra time to gain weight and get runway-ready. After all, a queen doesn’t make her debut until she’s looking and feeling FABULOUS!
Once a shy little peanut, Bianca has traded her wallflower days for the spotlight! She’s now a confident, sassy little queen who knows the world is her runway!
A Diva’s Daily Must-Haves:
Penthouse Living: The highest spot on the cat tree is her VIP lounge!
Sun-Kissed Glamour: A sunny windowsill is her favorite beauty retreat.
Designer Toys: Laser lights and wand toys are ALWAYS in fashion!
Undercover Diva: Hiding under the bed? Wave a wand toy and watch her make a dramatic comeback!
Bianca loves her feline friends, enjoys a fabulous play session, and has blossomed into one confident little queen!

😺Ophelia August 15, 2026, she is a tiny ball of energy with a fearless spirit. This squirrelly little girl was found all by herself outdoors by a fellow rescuer and spent her first few days safe and cozy in a bathtub before making her way to Desert Paws.
She approaches life at full speed. She is curious, adventurous, and never seems to realize she's supposed to be small. Food is one of her favorite things, and she is always ready to investigate whatever is happening around her. While she is still learning that human affection is pretty great, she is making progress every day and becoming more comfortable with pets and attention.
Because she is such a confident and fearless kitten, she would do best with another kitten or in a home with a very social, playful cat who can help teach her appropriate kitty manners and boundaries. She thrives on activity, companionship, and fun, and she is sure to keep her future family entertained.

If you’re looking for a glamorous little queen or a fearless tiny explorer, Bianca and Ophelia are ready to meet you.

💛 Adopt: DesertPawsRescue.org

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4920 S Power Road
Mesa, AZ

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11am - 4pm

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(480) 380-5214

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