Available for Adoption, Rutland VT

Beautiful purring teenage kitten on his way to becoming a lapcat!

Gamba – Male Teenager: Late October 2022

Meet Gamba, an adorable feline who has come a long way on his journey! While he didn’t receive much attention as a kitten, with time and patience, he has made incredible progress. Although he is still cautious, he has made great strides and is now comfortable coming to humans on his own terms.

Gamba’s foster Mom has been working with him, and he has begun to purr and make biscuits with his paws while laying in her lap! He has stunning spots and stripes, and is on his way to becoming a rather large and handsome cat.

If you are looking for a furry friend who needs a little extra love and care, Gamba might just be the perfect fit for you! He is looking for a patient adopter who will take things slow with him and give him the time he needs to feel comfortable. He could be adopted alone or with his sister, Cauliflower, who is also making progress in her socialization.

Gamba and friend Cauliflower: January 9, 2023

We estimate Gamba was born in mid-June 2022. He was rescued at about four months old. He has been neutered, microchipped and given age-appropriate vaccines. He tested negative (good) for FeLV/FIV.

Gamba would do best in a peaceful home without young children, where he can continue to thrive and grow. With your love and care, Gamba is sure to become an affectionate and loyal companion.

Gamba loves being an indoor guy, and he enjoys all the pleasures of life with humans and is looking for a quiet, relaxed family who will give him time to warm up–all while providing him with cozy places to sleep and love. If you think Gamba (and maybe his sister Cauliflower too?) would be a good fit for your Forever Family, please fill out an adoption application and put his name on top! If you are already an Approved Adopter, please tell your matchmaker you are interested in Gamba!


Interested in giving a cat a loving Forever Family? Please fill out an Adoption Application. To place a cat on hold, a $50 deposit fee is required. Cats can be placed on hold after your Adoption Application has been approved.

Learn more about The Feline Connection’s adoption policies and procedures on our Adopt page.