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Kittens and cats in Mattoon, Illinois

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These adorable cats are available for adoption in Mattoon, 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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Tieka

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Mattoon, IL
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Not good with kids, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Tieka was born in February of 2019 and has always been gorgeous and chatty. She loves to run around and play with yarn. She is very skittish around loud noise and needs a calm environment to be cuddly. If things are too loud or there are new people around, she prefers to go hide and appreciates being left alone. But, when it’s quiet, she will come up and sit on your lap and ask to be pet once she realizes you feed her. We love Tieka, but when my partner and I moved our cats in together, it was clear she needed to be in a one cat household or at least be around calmer cats than our boys. The rambunctious young boys in our house bully her, and she is miserable. She needs to be in a calmer place where no one is chasing her every time she descends her cat tree. She is free to a good home. She has a lot of personality and will talk to you whenever you give her any attention. Would be great for anyone wanting a single pet.

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Rory

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Mattoon, IL
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.This brother and sister duo are the absolute cutest! Rory the brown tabby & Mango the orange guy are stealing the show daily at our kitty condo location at Albin Animal Hospital, Mattoon. They love cuddle time, play time, other kitties & kids alike!  Apply today to adopt one or both of these babies! Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.October 23, 2026, 12:06 pm

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Waldo

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Kitten
Mattoon, IL
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Where's Waldo today?.... This adventurous boy is usually awaiting new friends at our kitty condo at Albin Animal Hospital, Mattoon...However often he accompanies friends on lunch outings, playdates, and anywhere he can be with his people and be the star of the show! Waldo craves human attention, and as soon as you walk in, he will seek you out or let you know where he is. He also thoroughly enjoys playtime with other kitties of all ages, not sure on the dogs yet in his foster home but in time they too will be best buddies. Waldo is one cool cat, don't miss out on him! Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.October 23, 2026, 12:06 pm

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Nomad

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, Kitten
Mattoon, IL
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Teeny tiny Nomad earned her name well after riding 25 miles under a car before being rescued and safely secured! Thankfully her foster mom stepped up to care for her and she has grown leaps and bounds in the last few weeks. Still though, she loves car rides, adventures, and sneaking out of her secure space when no one is watching! She's always up for fun and attention from anyone available, and will accept snuggle time with the other cat or even dog in her foster home! Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.October 23, 2026, 12:06 pm

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Leonardo

Bombay

Male, Young
Mattoon, IL
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Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Leonardo is a playful cat around 6 months old. He has received his rabies shot and is also neutered. Leonardo comes with his cat tree (not pictured) to assist with acclimating.

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Mango

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Mattoon, IL
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.This brother and sister duo are the absolute cutest! Rory the brown tabby & Mango the orange guy are stealing the show daily at our kitty condo location at Albin Animal Hospital, Mattoon. They love cuddle time, play time, other kitties & kids alike!  Apply today to adopt one or both of these babies! Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.October 23, 2026, 12:06 pm

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Cat shelters and rescues in Mattoon, Illinois

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

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Coles County Animal Shelter

6818 North County Road 1120 East., Charleston, IL 61938

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

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Genesis Animal Rescue and Rehabilitation Charity Inc

PO Box 1985, Mattoon, IL 61938

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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A Ferals Hope & Friends

Mattoon, IL 61938

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The Animal House71207

701 E Buckner, Tuscola, IL 61953

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

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Douglas County Animal Control

1007 E South Central, PO Box 192, Tuscola, IL 61953

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Shelby County Animal Control Facility

120 S Morgan, Shelbyville, IL 62565

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Shelby Humane Society, Inc.

1309 W. S. 7th, Shelbyville, IL 62565

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Effingham County Animal Control

701 E Eiche, Effingham, IL 62401

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Effingham County Humane Society

12073 N. 1000th Rd, EFFINGHAM, IL 62401

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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EARS Effingham Animal Rescue Sanctuary

PO Box 1737, Effingham, IL 62401

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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