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Kittens and cats in Benton, Illinois

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Adopt a cat in Benton, Illinois

These adorable cats are available for adoption in Benton, Illinois. To learn more about each adoptable cat, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Meena's adoption status with email updates.
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Meena

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Buckner, IL
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Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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I was supposed to temporarily foster Mina. Her parent, cut off all contact and surrendered rights to me. She is known to be about 1 1/2 years old. Has grown up with an adult cat and does well with her. Loves to play, with lasers and rolled up sticky notes are her favorite. Very needy and attention seeking. Would probably do best in a house with children or older children who can give her the play time she needs.
We'll also keep you updated on Willie's adoption status with email updates.
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Willie

Siamese

Male, Adult
Johnston City, IL
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Good with kids, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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I had a friend who found Willie on the side of the road after he had been hit by a car as a kitten. She took him home, had him neutered, micro chipped, and cared for him for a while until discovering that her grandchildren were highly allergic. I brought Willie home with me and I’ve had him for three years. Over the last four months, I have began to develop severe allergy symptoms and was tested and proven to have a pretty extreme cat allergy. I have tried to do all the things to keep him at the house that the doctor recommended, but I am miserable. I would love to find him a new single-pet home if possible, so he will get the love and attention that he deserves. Willie is very lovable. He loves to be snuggled and petted, and is a really beautiful cat. I hope someone will love him as much as I do.
We'll also keep you updated on Jinx's adoption status with email updates.
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Jinx

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Herrin, IL
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Good with kids, Good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We have had jinx for many years and worked with her. She is on a special diet for being allergic to chicken and on a urinary diet. My wife and I recently had a baby and jinx has been urinating on the babies things and pooping outside the litter boxes.
We'll also keep you updated on DOJA's adoption status with email updates.
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DOJA

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
DuQuoin, IL
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Spayed or Neutered,
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Doja was recently returned to us after being with a family for 3 years.  She's a sweet cat who would prefer to be an only cat; but can live in a home with other cats as long as she has space she can be alone in .   February 1, 2025, 5:32 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Petunia's adoption status with email updates.
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Petunia

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
DuQuoin, IL
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House-trained,
Story
Petunia is a very special kitty. She was found running the streets, with one front leg being deformed/undeveloped. The vet recommends it be amputated so she will be adopted out as a three-legged kitty. She's very sweet and loves attention. She gets around just fine on three legs so don't let that deter you! If you're interested in meeting Petunia or any of our other adoptable pets, visit us on Saturdays and Sundays during our open hours between 2 and 4pm!January 17, 2026, 1:05 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Pepper's adoption status with email updates.
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Pepper

American Shorthair

Male, Adult
DuQuoin, IL
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(when grown) -
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Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
November 3, 2024, 3:56 pm

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Blue Cat Rescue

220 N 27th St, Herrin, IL 62948

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City of Herrin Animal Control - Illinois

1225 Weaver Rd, Herrin, IL 62948

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Perry County Humane Society

8365 State Route 14, DuQuoin, IL 62832

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Marion Regional Humane Society

2410 Dylan Drive, Marion, IL 62959

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Finding Forever Animal Rescue

1117 E Main St, Marion, IL 62959

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Jefferson County Animal Control

107 E Perkins, Mt. Vernon, IL 62864

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Second Chances Pet Rehab and Sanctuary- Southern IL

Carbondale, IN 62902

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, small animals

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Feline Freaks Animal Rescue, Inc.

Carbondale, IL 62901

Pet Types: cats

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St. Francis CARE

6228 Country Club Road, Murphysboro, IL 62966

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Humane Society of Southern Illinois

95 Humane Road, Murphysboro, IL 62966

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