In the heart of Tustin, OC Animal Care is home to over 200 cats and kittens eagerly awaiting their forever families. This July, the shelter is offering a special promotion to encourage cat adoptions, with fees reduced to just $100 on weekdays. Among the many feline residents are Grimer, Hathaway, Mei, Kim, and Christian, each with their own unique stories and personalities.

OC Animal Care is not just a shelter; it’s a haven for animals in need. The dedicated staff works tirelessly to provide care and find loving homes for each resident. This month, they are putting a special focus on their feline friends, hoping to find them the comfort and love they deserve.

Featured felines: get to know Grimer, Hathaway, Mei, Kim, and Christian

Each cat at OC Animal Care has a story to tell. Here are the tales of five remarkable felines who are currently seeking their forever homes.

Grimer: the gentle giant

Grimer, a 3-year-old domestic shorthair, has been at the shelter for about two weeks after arriving as a stray. This gray gentleman weighs in at a sturdy 12 pounds and carries himself with a calm and collected demeanor. Grimer’s Pet ID is A1969837, and he can be found in kennel #C118. He was brought in from Villa Park on 7/14/2026 and is already neutered, making him ready for a smooth transition into his new home.

Hathaway: the cuddle bug

Hathaway, a 2-year-old domestic shorthair, is a sweet cat who loves being cuddled and pet. She has been at the shelter for about two weeks after coming in as a stray from Tustin on 7/25/2026. This brown tabby weighs 8.5 pounds and is spayed, with her Pet ID being A1969882. You can find her in kennel #C107, where she’s sure to steal your heart with her affectionate nature.

Mei: the unique beauty

Mei is a 2-year-old domestic shorthair with a unique coat pattern known as torbie a mix between tortoiseshell and tabby. She has been at the shelter for about three months after arriving as a stray from San Juan Capistrano on 4/18/2026. Mei weighs 11.6 pounds and is spayed, with her Pet ID being A1957473. She can be found in kennel #C616, waiting to bring her distinctive beauty into a loving home.

Kim: the mysterious beauty

Kim, a 1-year-old domestic shorthair, has been at the shelter for about a month after spending time with a foster family. This orange tabby weighs 6.2 pounds and is spayed, with her Pet ID being A1962318. She was brought in from Santa Ana on 6/19/2026 and can be found in kennel #C612. While staff don’t have many details about her personality, her striking appearance is sure to catch your eye.

Christian: the classic tuxedo

Christian, a 3-year-old domestic shorthair, is a classic black and white cat who has been at the shelter for about a month after arriving as a stray from Santa Ana on 6/15/2026. He weighs 7.6 pounds and is neutered, with his Pet ID being A1965687. You can find him in kennel #C615, where his dapper appearance is sure to charm any cat lover.

OC Animal Care’s cat adoption promotion and events

OC Animal Care is committed to finding loving homes for all their feline residents. This July, they are offering a special promotion to make cat adoptions more accessible than ever. With adoption fees reduced to just $100 on weekdays, there’s never been a better time to welcome a new feline friend into your life.

The shelter also hosts the weekly Sittin’ with Kittens event every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This event provides an opportunity to meet multiple litters of kittens that were formerly in foster care and are now ready for adoption. No appointment is needed, making it a convenient and enjoyable way to find your new family member.

OC Animal Care is open daily for adoption visits from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. During this time, visitors can freely walk through the kennel areas to view the available animals. To schedule an adoption visit, call the main line at (714) 935-6848 and mention the animal ID number for any specific pet you might be interested in.

If you’ve adopted a shelter animal because of Voice of OC’s weekly Pets of the Week article, they’d love to hear from you. Contact Angelina Hicks at ahicks@ or admin@ to share your experience.