Shortcake — A Gentle, Happy Guy Ready for a Family of His Own

Shortcake is a 12-week-old Turkish Van / Domestic Shorthair kitten with soft white fur accented by a small gray mark on the top of his head—a charming detail often seen in Turkish Vans. His bright, curious gold eyes perfectly match his personality, which is every bit as sweet as his name. Social, affectionate, and delightfully outgoing, Shortcake adores attention and happily inserts himself into family life—whether that’s playtime, cuddle time, or closely supervising your daily activities.<br/><br/>As an indoor-only kitten, Shortcake will thrive in a safe, loving home where he can grow, play, and bond with his people. He is litter box trained, making the transition to his forever home easy and stress-free. His friendly, confident nature suggests he would do well with another welcoming cat and with gentle, respectful children who want a kitten that truly enjoys interaction. While he hasn’t met dogs yet, he may adjust well with slow, thoughtful introductions to calm, cat-savvy pups.<br/><br/>Shortcake is healthy, neutered, up to date on vaccinations, microchipped, and FeLV/FIV negative—ready to bring joy, laughter, and plenty of kitten antics to his forever home.<br/><br/>Shortcake’s adoption fee is $250, and every dollar directly supports the lifesaving mission of Hill County Paw Pals, a dedicated, volunteer-run rescue. Adoption fees help cover essential veterinary care, including spay/neuter surgery, age-appropriate vaccinations, microchipping, deworming, and treatment for illness or injury when needed. They also fund foster care, nutritious food, supplies, and the time-intensive socialization that helps kittens like Shortcake grow into confident, loving companions.<br/><br/>Beyond individual care, these fees allow Paw Pals to rescue more cats and kittens from unsafe or uncertain situations, provide them with medical treatment and stability, and thoughtfully match each one with a carefully screened, loving home. By adopting Shortcake, you’re not only giving him a wonderful future—you’re helping make it possible for countless other cats and kittens to get the same chance at a safe, healthy, and happy life.<br/><br/>To be considered for adoption and to schedule a meet and greet with Shortcake, please complete an adoption application at<br/>https://hcpawpals.org/cat-adoption-form/<br/><br/>** Veterinary references and, in some cases, home checks are part of our adoption process. Paw Pals maintains a firm no-declaw policy, and all cats are placed in loving, indoor-only homes where they can stay safe, healthy, and happy. Paw Pals will consider adoptions outside our immediate area, but we require in-person pick-up to ensure every match begins with a meaningful connection.

Shortcake is a 12-week-old Turkish Van / Domestic Shorthair kitten with soft white fur accented by a small gray mark on the top of his head—a charming detail often seen in Turkish Vans. His bright, curious gold eyes perfectly match his personality, which is every bit as sweet as his name. Social, affectionate, and delightfully outgoing, Shortcake adores attention and happily inserts himself into family life—whether that’s playtime, cuddle time, or closely supervising your daily activities.

As an indoor-only kitten, Shortcake will thrive in a safe, loving home where he can grow, play, and bond with his people. He is litter box trained, making the transition to his forever home easy and stress-free. His friendly, confident nature suggests he would do well with another welcoming cat and with gentle, respectful children who want a kitten that truly enjoys interaction. While he hasn’t met dogs yet, he may adjust well with slow, thoughtful introductions to calm, cat-savvy pups.

Shortcake is healthy, neutered, up

Shortcake is a 12-week-old Turkish Van / Domestic Shorthair kitten with soft white fur accented by a small gray mark on the top of his head—a charming detail often seen in Turkish Vans. His bright, curious gold eyes perfectly match his personality, which is every bit as sweet as his name. Social, affectionate, and delightfully outgoing, Shortcake adores attention and happily inserts himself into family life—whether that’s playtime, cuddle time, or closely supervising your daily activities.

As an indoor-only kitten, Shortcake will thrive in a safe, loving home where he can grow, play, and bond with his people. He is litter box trained, making the transition to his forever home easy and stress-free. His friendly, confident nature suggests he would do well with another welcoming cat and with gentle, respectful children who want a kitten that truly enjoys interaction. While he hasn’t met dogs yet, he may adjust well with slow, thoughtful introductions to calm, cat-savvy pups.

Shortcake is healthy, neutered, up to date on vaccinations, microchipped, and FeLV/FIV negative—ready to bring joy, laughter, and plenty of kitten antics to his forever home.

Shortcake’s adoption fee is $250, and every dollar directly supports the lifesaving mission of Hill County Paw Pals, a dedicated, volunteer-run rescue. Adoption fees help cover essential veterinary care, including spay/neuter surgery, age-appropriate