Meet Piper.

Herndon, VA · Young · Domestic Short Hair (short coat)

Listed since Aug 9, 2026. Listing dates do not establish shelter intake or continuous availability.

First seen by Goodmorph Oct 30, 2026.

Rescue last updated: Oct 15, 2026

In the shelter’s words

Meet Piper – A Sweet Little Tabby with a Gentle Heart Piper is a handsome gray and black tabby boy born in mid-March 2026. He might be a little shy when you first meet him, but give him some time and you'll discover a sweet, playful kitten who is learning all about the joys of being a cat. He is neutered and has all his shots. His litter box habits are impeccable. He occasionally tries to shove in for food or treats, but is not at all aggressive or mean. He just likes his meals! In just four weeks with his foster, Piper has changed from being a ghost cat to being the one kitten who reliably joins his humans in bed or on the sofa. He will clamber into our legs, and literally throws himself onto our backs or stomachs in bed. Since he is still a kitten, he doesn’t stay for very long yet. But of all his siblings, Piper approaches his humans most frequently and happily. He also follows around the alpha cat in his foster’s family, sitting on that cat’s head or back, or swiping the snacks from under his nose! Piper is the good natured joiner in the family. Piper enjoys playing with his toys and is learning the finer points of feather-and-bell-on-a-stick play. His siblings have been excellent teachers! His sister Pippa likes to pounce on him and encourage him to play, and Piper is a very good sport and happy playmate. Early on, Piper was living with a dog and several other cats. He's used to people coming and going, talking to the cats, and giving them attention throughout the day and night. He loves watching the world from a sunny spot, keeping an eye on the birds outside, and—like most kittens—has a special appreciation for boxes. Give him a cardboard box and a window with a view, and he's a happy boy! Because Piper is young and enjoys feline companionship, he'd love to go to a home with another kitten around his age or be adopted with one or two of his siblings. Having a playful feline friend will help him continue to build confidence while giving him someone to chase, wrestle, nap beside, and grow up with. If you're looking for a gentle, adaptable kitten who is just beginning to discover his personality, Piper could be the perfect addition to your family. With a little love and a feline friend by his side, this sweet boy is sure to blossom into a wonderful companion. Adoption fee $200, includes: first 2 FVRCP vaccines, deworming, flea preventatives, sterilized, microchip

RescueGroups record ID: 22696732

What this home needs

• Other dogs

  Mentioned by the shelter

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• Cats

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• Children

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  “Feed checkbox: Yes”

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• Still to ask the shelter

  housing and stairs · medical and care. These details are not documented here; unknown does not mean no.

Roster last seen: Nov 2, 2026, 6:21 AM UTC
Goodmorph last synced: Nov 2, 2026, 6:21 AM UTC
Availability confirmed by a person: Not confirmed

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This shared profile remains available for up to 90 days after it leaves the source roster, unless removal is requested sooner. Adoptions and applications are handled by the shelter.