Fancy Cats & Dogs Rescue Team

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Fancy Cats & Dogs is a nonprofit organization run by volunteers, with the purpose of rehoming cats that need it. A lot of these cats have been through hard times, so we do our best to make sure to match up every cat with the right human(s) for them. We are a 501(c)(3) charity and our money comes from donations so anything that you can do to help is immensely appreciated (United Way #98772)

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ancy Cats & Dogs Rescue Team is a passionate leader in the animal rescue community with over 20 years experience. Founded in 1997 by Cathy Awad, Fancy Cats now has four PetSmart Adoption Centers and 150+ volunteers. Our mission is to end needless euthanasia at shelters in the National Capital area by rescuing and finding suitable lifetime homes for our cats & dogs, promoting spaying and neutering, and educating the public on responsible pet ownership. Since our inception in 1997, we have found loving homes for 15,000+ cats. If you are interested in adopting one of these cats, please fill out the requisite adoption forms located on our website: http://fancycats.org/adoption-information-2/adoption-application

For a list of our adoptable cats & dogs, please check them out on Petfinder! https://www.petfinder.com/fancycats


If you are interested in fostering, please read about Fostering on our Info page:

http://fancycats.org/foster-31


To contact us regarding anything not addressed on this page, or to become a Fancy Cats & Dogs Donor, Volunteer, or for anything else, please email [email protected]. or visit our website https://fancycats.org.

‼️URGENT FOSTER NEEDED‼️ Milo needs a short-term, two-week foster while his current foster steps away for a family emerg...
01/14/2026

‼️URGENT FOSTER NEEDED‼️

Milo needs a short-term, two-week foster while his current foster steps away for a family emergency. He’s an amazing boy 💙 Great with adults, kids, and other dogs (slow introductions recommended). He’s fully house-trained and respectful in the home; no destruction at all!

🦮 If you can help please e-mail [email protected] and share with all who may be interested!

Adoption Update from Otis (formerly known as Timothy):"The first picture is him last night, he had a bed but chose the f...
01/13/2026

Adoption Update from Otis (formerly known as Timothy):

"The first picture is him last night, he had a bed but chose the floor. LOL. The 2nd is him making himself right at home in his new house."

Thank you for adopting and for sharing this update on Otis!

🐾 Meet Palmer! 🐾(Male | Short-haired | Gray & black striped)Meet Palmer, a handsome gray-and-black striped boy with the ...
01/13/2026

🐾 Meet Palmer! 🐾
(Male | Short-haired | Gray & black striped)

Meet Palmer, a handsome gray-and-black striped boy with the softest fur and the biggest heart 💙 He’s not just good-looking—he’s playful, affectionate, and full of personality!

Palmer loves climbing cat towers and will proudly carry his favorite toys around in his mouth like a little trophy 😹 When he’s done adventuring, he turns into a total cuddle bug, happily snuggling up with his four siblings.

He’s also the first to purr—his little motor starts the moment you give him some pets 💕 Palmer is litter box trained, has a great appetite, and is ready to bring endless love and purrs to his forever home.

Could this sweet, playful boy be your new best friend? 🐱✨ Apply to adopt Palmer at fancycats.org!

‼️FOSTER NEEDED‼️Please share this post and email cawad@fancycats.org if you can help❤🙏Hi friends! I’m Lychee (aka “Litt...
01/13/2026

‼️FOSTER NEEDED‼️Please share this post and email [email protected] if you can help❤🙏

Hi friends! I’m Lychee (aka “Little Momma”) 🐾 I’m an incredibly sweet puppy who greets my people with hugs and gentle kisses. See my floppy one-ear-up? That’s my signature “did you call me?” look 😘
I’ve got happy puppy energy, but I also take snuggling very seriously. Netflix on the couch? I’m in. Laying in bed? I’m already climbing up to join you. I’m the perfect mix of fun, silly, and cozy.
I LOVE squeaky toys, tug-of-war with my foster brother, chew bones, ice cubes, rope toys, belly rubs, cuddles, and basically all the attention you’re willing to give. I’d be an awesome playmate for another young dog. I’ve met a cat too 🐱 I was curious but polite, and with slow introductions I think I’d do just fine with feline friends 💕
I’m crate trained, housebroken, good on a leash, and very gentle when taking treats (yes, I’m a good girl 😇). I love lounging near my people, but if I want alone time, I’ll happily chill in my kennel. I also enjoy zooming around the yard and sunbathing like a pro ☀️
I adore people, though I can be a little shy at first. Once I know you’re safe, I’m all snuggles and love. I do best with slow introductions to kids, so a home without young children would be ideal.

Gucci is a funny, lovable guy with a heart full of joy and a zest for life! He adores playing with his doggie friends, g...
01/12/2026

Gucci is a funny, lovable guy with a heart full of joy and a zest for life! He adores playing with his doggie friends, going on walks, and showing off his impressive trick skills—especially when treats are involved. 🍖✨

This sweet boy has excellent house manners: he’s fully house trained, sleeps well in his crate, and is never destructive. Gucci has even lived with kids and other dogs, showing just how adaptable and friendly he is.

Gucci has a bright and happy spirit. He’s ready to bring love, laughter, and loyalty to a forever home. 💛

Could Gucci be the perfect addition to your family? 🐶💖

Brigid is a sweet, gentle, shy kitten that loves to be held! She has a cute little white line that goes from her mouth t...
01/12/2026

Brigid is a sweet, gentle, shy kitten that loves to be held! She has a cute little white line that goes from her mouth to her neck; it looks like milk dripped down her chin.

Brigid enjoys watching squirrels play outside the window, watching you play video games, and even watching videos of herself playing! She loves wand toys, laser pointers, and little plastic spirals. She plays well independently but prefers for her human to be involved.

Brigid likes when you pet her head and give her little scritches on her back near her tail. Sometimes when you are laying down, she will jump onto your side and take a nap. She will also come sit on your lap, or squeeze between your legs when you kneel down.

Brigid has excellent litter box habits and always uses her scratching post. Because she loves to be in your arms, it’s not difficult to trim her claws. Brigid might be a little jumpy at first and watch your every move, but if you approach her slowly, you will quickly earn her trust. She is very easygoing and mellow; she does not like roughhousing and would do well with another mellow, calm, playful cat.

Brigid is the last kitten left out of her litter and would love to find her forever home soon ❤️

Apply to adopt Brigid at fancycats.org

🆘 URGENT: EXPERIENCED ADOPTER OR FOSTER NEEDED 🆘 PLEASE SHARE! Maxwell has been with us for 2years, through no fault of ...
01/12/2026

🆘 URGENT: EXPERIENCED ADOPTER OR FOSTER NEEDED 🆘 PLEASE SHARE! Maxwell has been with us for 2years, through no fault of his own😔. I mean look at this ham of a boy! 😍If you can foster charming, intelligent, loyal, goofy Maxwell (or Max), please email [email protected].
Exercise/play - Max is quiet &calm, relaxing most of the day and always wherever his people are. He is good on a strong leash for daily walks, does get ‘excited’ about people. He does not bolt out of doors as he's loyal to his person wanting to stay wherever they are. If he does not get the daily walk he's a little more rambunctious and needy for attention.
Max has not been to the dog parks because of his ‘people’ nervousness, though he does well with other calmer dogs. He has befriended his next-door neighbor through their dog while at his current foster home.
Max enjoys playing tug-of-war until he’s done which he makes known by taking the rope and protectively laying down with it. 🥹

Crate trained - Max is very comfortable and feels secure in his crate. He will go to the crate willingly by one command; “Max’s crate” & treats.

Chew - Max does not chew things up like furniture, shoes, etc. but loves to dig in wastebaskets, loves cardboard, paper towels, tissues. If he is chewing something he should not be, careful distraction works with a treat, toy etc. but would not attempt to grab it from him.

Bath - Max can be bathed in the bathtub. He’ll stay while being calmly washed anticipating more treats which he is given periodically during the time. Does not like his head washed, only wash to the neck. He does like to be brushed…sometimes lol.

New people - Max is very protective and loyal to the people he knows. He is a bit nervous in meeting people and will guard his humans.

Intelligence - Smart dog, responds well to praise. He understands and responds to most common commands. He learns routines; times to eat, time for walk, time for person to arrive home, etc. He knows the name “Kelley” (his co-foster) and will run excitedly to the door, look out the window, thinking she’s coming!

Apply for Maxwell at fancycats.org/adopt

Adoption update from Boo and her new family:"Boo is doing great. She loves the three season rom and watching squirrels ...
01/12/2026

Adoption update from Boo and her new family:

"Boo is doing great. She loves the three season rom and watching squirrels and birds. She also loves to play with the laser pointer. She’s got a lot of energy but is well behaved. We are enjoying her. Here are a few pictures."

Thank you for adopting Boo and sharing this lovely update with us!

✨ Puppy alert! Meet Mikey ✨This little guy is all heart 💛—loves toys, outdoor adventures, and snuggles with his dog frie...
01/11/2026

✨ Puppy alert! Meet Mikey ✨

This little guy is all heart 💛—loves toys, outdoor adventures, and snuggles with his dog friends. Mikey’s almost fully house trained, learning leash walks, and ready to find a family to call his own. A little shy at first, but once he trusts you, he’s pure love. 🐶💛

Could your home be Mikey’s forever playground? 🏡

🚨Beautiful Bella needs a FOSTER OR ADOPTER🚨 please email cawad@fancycats.org if you can help and share with your friends...
01/11/2026

🚨Beautiful Bella needs a FOSTER OR ADOPTER🚨 please email [email protected] if you can help and share with your friends and family. Meet Bella — the sweetest “how is she STILL available?!” dog you’ll ever meet.

Bella is a well-mannered, people-loving, dog-friendly (no cats!) 55-lb cuddle bug who checks every “good dog” box. She’s house trained, crate trained, loves her walks, loves squeaky toys, and settles beautifully in the house. When her foster leaves, she can be trusted to free-roam with the resident dogs—no accidents, no chewing, no counter surfing, no trash diving. Just perfect behavior.

She’s an active, affectionate, velcro-style girl who’d thrive with a yard to run in, daily adventures, puzzle toys, and plenty of snuggles. She adores kids, enjoys playing with other dogs, and puts herself to bed at night like the polite queen she is. She’ll bark if someone comes to the door or if she spots a cat, fox, or other mysterious creature outside, but otherwise she’s a calm, easy companion.

Bonus facts about Bella:
🍌 Loves fruit (bananas and apples are her favorite)
🧸 Only destroys stuffies—never anything valuable
🐾 Knows lots of commands
💤 Respects boundaries (no bed hopping, no gate crashing)

Bella is the whole package—fun, sweet, smart, loyal, and endlessly snuggly.

Someone is going to hit the jackpot with this girl! Apply to adopt Bella at fancycats.org

Meet Buddy! Not to be confused with Buddy the Elf, Buddy the Cat is a calm gentleman, who loves treats, relaxing, and a ...
01/11/2026

Meet Buddy! Not to be confused with Buddy the Elf, Buddy the Cat is a calm gentleman, who loves treats, relaxing, and a good bowl of wet food. Buddy is a kind senior boy, looking for his fur-ever home after he started having issues at home when his family adopted another cat.

Buddy prefers to be the only cat at home and the king of the castle - although he started off shy and reserved at his foster home, he slowly has shown his adorable and lowkey personality. He doesn't need much attention and isn't huge on toys or play, but will socialize with his humans and their guests at his leisure (he was an excellent Christmas guest!). He also loves being brushed and will lovingly purr while you let him brush his face by himself.

Buddy's foster family has enjoyed seeing this sad boy come out of his shell and begin purring, being a bit more vocal, and joining them while watching TV to cuddle up and make biscuits. Buddy is ready to find a family to relax with him, so if you're looking for a low-maintenance, cute cat, Buddy is just right for you!

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