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Kittens and cats in Illinois

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These adorable cats are available for adoption in Illinois. To learn more about each adoptable cat, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
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Ursula

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr
South Elgin, IL
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Hi, I'm Ursala and I am so glad you are taking a look at me. Stop in and meet my cute self in person during our adoption hours. For more information, email info@ahconnects.org or call us at 847-697-2880 x: 0, and the staff will be happy to help you. I hope to meet you soon! All of our cats and kittens go home spayed or neutered, microchipped, and up to date on their core vaccines, as well as flea and tick preventatives. Each adoption also includes a 3.5-pound bag of Iams cat food and a free vet exam at one of our participating veterinary partners.
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Meteorite

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 4 mos
South Elgin, IL
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Hi there. Thanks for checking me out—I’m so excited to meet you! Looking to bring lots of fun and excitement into your home? Kittens like me are the best of both worlds—playful and full of energy, yet also sweet and cuddly! I’ll keep you entertained with my playful antics, and when I’m ready to wind down, I’m all about snuggles. My cute face may be hard to resist, but keep in mind, I’ll need plenty of your time and attention as I grow. Exploring your home and discovering new adventures is what I do best—are you ready for the fun challenge? Kittens like me thrive in pairs, meaning double the trouble, double the fun, and double the love! What could be better than one kitten? Two, of course! To encourage adopting kittens in pairs, if you adopt me with a buddy, the adoption fee for both of us will be just $500. Come meet me in person during our adoption hours, or reach out to info@ahconnects.org or call 847-697-2880 x: 0. Our friendly staff will be happy to help. All of our cats and kittens go home: • Spayed or neutered • Microchipped • Up to date on core vaccines • Protected with flea and tick preventatives • With a 3.5 lb bag of Iams cat food • And a free vet exam at a participating veterinary partner
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Galaxy

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 4 mos
South Elgin, IL
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Hi there. Thanks for checking me out—I’m so excited to meet you! Looking to bring lots of fun and excitement into your home? Kittens like me are the best of both worlds—playful and full of energy, yet also sweet and cuddly! I’ll keep you entertained with my playful antics, and when I’m ready to wind down, I’m all about snuggles. My cute face may be hard to resist, but keep in mind, I’ll need plenty of your time and attention as I grow. Exploring your home and discovering new adventures is what I do best—are you ready for the fun challenge? Kittens like me thrive in pairs, meaning double the trouble, double the fun, and double the love! What could be better than one kitten? Two, of course! To encourage adopting kittens in pairs, if you adopt me with a buddy, the adoption fee for both of us will be just $500. Come meet me in person during our adoption hours, or reach out to info@ahconnects.org or call 847-697-2880 x: 0. Our friendly staff will be happy to help. All of our cats and kittens go home: • Spayed or neutered • Microchipped • Up to date on core vaccines • Protected with flea and tick preventatives • With a 3.5 lb bag of Iams cat food • And a free vet exam at a participating veterinary partner
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Supernova

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr
South Elgin, IL
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Hi, I'm Supernova and I am so glad you are taking a look at me. Stop in and meet my cute self in person during our adoption hours. For more information, email info@ahconnects.org or call us at 847-697-2880 x: 0, and the staff will be happy to help you. I hope to meet you soon! All of our cats and kittens go home spayed or neutered, microchipped, and up to date on their core vaccines, as well as flea and tick preventatives. Each adoption also includes a 3.5-pound bag of Iams cat food and a free vet exam at one of our participating veterinary partners.
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Giza

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 mos
Palatine, IL
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Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained,
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Giza is a sweetheart with the cutest face little face!  Not to mention that she's the best, cuddliest snuggler ever!  This little gal might seem shy at first glance, but really she's just assessing the 'lay of the land', deciding when to best join in on the fun with her 6 siblings!   She and her 6 equally adorable siblings(Olympia, Rhodes, Hali, Ephesus, Babylon and Alexandria) love playing with crinkly balls and wand toys, wrestling and chasing eachother(including using eachothers' tails for chew toys) as well as jumping in and out of boxes and bags and through kitty tunnels.  Giza would love to have a family of her own(of all ages) to get loved on and join in on the fun!  As a young kitty, she would need at least one kitty pal in her new home, possibly one or more of her siblings.  Additionally, she'd probably be okay with a cat-friendly dog too after a slow, gentle introduction.  If you're ready for the cutest little fur girl to light up your life and bring joy and lots of snuggles, Giza's your girl! WE DO NOT HAVE A PHYSICAL LOCATION AS WE ARE A FOSTER-BASED ORGANIZATION.  PLEASE SUBMIT AN APPLICATION TO BE IMMEDIATELY CONNECTED TO A SCREENER. Apply at online application (catsfff.org/adopt) View all of our adoptable cats here (catsfff.org/cats) Our adoption fees are listed here (catsfff.org/adoption-fees) ##2706831##
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Ephesus

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 mos
Palatine, IL
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Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained,
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Ephesus is an adorable little and fun mischief maker who doubles as a detective extraordinaire!  Looking for a missing item like a Ziplock bag or hair tie?   Ephesus is your man! When this enterprising little guy is not off searching for lost items, he's either playing with crinkle balls, wand toys or jumping in and out of boxes, bags, through kitty tunnels or wresting with or chasing his 6 siblings around the house!    And we mustn't forget his affinity for food!  This superior 'Sherlock Holmes' can always detect when meals or treats are about to be doled out by a russling of a kibbles bag or the whirling of a can opener! Ephesus would do well in any family, would welcome children and adults of all ages(as long as they 'bribe' him with yummy food)!  As a young guy, he absolutely needs at least one young kitty companion in his forever home, possibly one or more of his siblings(Alexandria, Hali, Olympia, Babylon, Giza or Rhodes ).  He should also be fine with a cat-friendly dog after a slow, gentle introduction.  Looking for a sweet, ingenious, 'bloodhound' of a kitty?  Ephesus the magnificent might just be your 'purrfect' match! WE DO NOT HAVE A PHYSICAL LOCATION AS WE ARE A FOSTER-BASED ORGANIZATION.  PLEASE SUBMIT AN APPLICATION TO BE IMMEDIATELY CONNECTED TO A SCREENER. Apply at online application (catsfff.org/adopt) View all of our adoptable cats here (catsfff.org/cats) Our adoption fees are listed here (catsfff.org/adoption-fees) ##2707834##

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Shelters & rescues in Illinois

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for cats in Illinois. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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Friends Forever Humane Society

966 Rudy Road, Freeport, IL 61032

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Sunny Acres Animal Rescue

Mount Carroll, IL 61053

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Winnebago County Animal Services

4517 North Main Street, Rockford, IL 61103

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Chi-Paw Rescue, Inc.

2 Kay Ct, Lake in the hills, IL 61103

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Safe Haven Humane Society

1471 US Highway 20 West, Elizabeth, IL 61028

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Midwest Pets For Life

2720 Wacker Rd, Savanna, IL 61074

Pet Types: cats, small animals

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Katie’s Lane Animal Rescue and Rehab

7681 Old River Road, Rockford, IL 61107

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Mending Hearts Rescue

Rockford, IL 61108

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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C.A.R.E. for P.E.T.S.

Rockford, IL 61114

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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PAWS Humane Society

7282 N Cherryvale Mall Drive, Rockford, IL 61112

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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