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My name is Lovely Rita!

Posted over 3 months ago | Updated 4 days ago

My basic info

Breed
Domestic Shorthair
Color
Brown Tabby
Age
Adult
Sex
Female
Pet ID
22091138
Hair Length
short

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Checkmark in teal circle Good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Purebred
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Litter box-trained

My health

Checkmark in teal circle Shots current

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Meet Lovely Rita

Lovely Rita’s journey began when she was found pregnant at a local shelter. She came into rescue, safely delivered five beautiful babies, and devoted herself to raising every one of them. Now that her mama duties are complete, it’s finally her turn to be someone’s baby.

Lovely Rita is FIV positive, which simply means she carries the virus. It has not slowed her down one bit — she healed beautifully from both her spay and a hernia repair. Many FIV-positive cats live long, happy, completely normal lives, and Rita is a wonderful example of that.

FIV is only transmitted through deep bite wounds. It cannot be passed to humans or dogs. Cats with FIV can safely share litter boxes, food bowls, cozy nap spots, and everyday life with other cats. There are many myths about FIV, and we’re always happy to share accurate information with anyone who would like to learn more.

Why You’ll Love Her

Calm, gentle, and incredibly sweet
Loves pets and affection
Does well with other cats after a proper introduction
Likely fine with a calm, cat-friendly dog
Good with children

Lovely Rita has the softest, most loving presence. She’s the kind of girl who leans into your hand for pets and quietly melts into your heart. She doesn’t demand attention — she simply radiates warmth.

After raising her babies so lovingly, Rita deserves a home where she can finally relax, be cherished, and soak up all the love for herself.

You can meet Lovely Rita at Whisker Station Cat Cafe — she’s ready to find the forever family she deserves.

February 25, 2026, 10:47 am
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
22091138
Contact
Address
O'Fallon, MO 63366
Donation

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Complete a Pre-Adoption application located on our website at

http://heartlandhumanemo.homestead.com/PreAdoptionQuestionnaire.html

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

All Adoptions are held at the Petsmart on Highway K in O'Fallon, MO.



Upcoming Adoption Events

Dogs and Cats available for Adoption on Saturdays 11:00AM - 4:00PM


Cats available for Adoption on Sundays 12:00PM - 2:00PM

More about this rescue

Heartland Humane Society of Missouri is a non-profit group of dedicated foster homes, founded in May 1998 by a few caring people, for the sole purpose of giving abandoned, abused and unwanted animals another chance for a loving permanent home. Heartland is funded by adoption fees, donations, fundraising events and tributes.

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