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Kittens and cats in Salem, Illinois

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Baby

Domestic Longhair

Female, Young
Farina, IL
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Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained,
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Note: she is currently a nursing mother of two. The kittens will not be ready to wean for another 2 weeks. She is the sweetest girl. She is very domicile and quiet. Baby is very petite and under a year old. Shes litter trained. Unless she's hungry and them she becomes very vocal. She showed up at my house a couple of months ago very pregnant. She would eat and then run away. A couple weeks later she'd had her two babies (also adoptable)and brought them to my garage. brought them to my house. I'm moving into a rental soon and can't take her or her babies with me.If you want either baby or the kittens, it will be two weeks before they are ready to seperate.
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Bean

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Woodlawn, IL
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
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Male kitten looking for a new home! Born 2/24/26. Litter box trained and has had his first round of shots. In the pictures, he is the black short haired cat with a small patch of white on his chest.Asking a small rehoming fee of $15 to cover the cost of the shot and ensure that he is going to a good home! He has been socialized with other cats, dogs and small kids and they are very friendly and cuddly!Message me with any questions! Pickup in Mt. Vernon, IL.
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4 kittens

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Mount Vernon, IL
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Good with cats,
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I have a neighbor white female cat that has taken up residency here at our house. We provided a house outside and feed her. She has had a litter of kittens (4). They are 2 wks old. Healthy. They live in her house with her in our back yard. I have 13 cats that we have rescued over the years. We have them all spayed/neutered. Therye are all aged now. We are disabled seniors and cannot start over. We are going to get the female fixed as in a couple of wks and let her live outside. We cannot keep the kittens. They need a home. I have checked withour local cat rescue. They just rescued 80 cats recently and cannot even offer a waiting list. These are cute and healthy looking (as is their mother). Please help!
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Roller (DG)

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Louisville, 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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Meet Roller (aka DG) — the Dollar General Surprise! Roller earned his name in an unexpected way — he was found sitting on a shelf inside a Dollar General store on October 18th. Skinny, wet, and sick, this kitty had fallen on hard times. I brought him home, and he’s been safe and thriving ever since. Roller does live up to his unusual name! He absolutely loves to roll at your feet. He’s also a smart cat, understands commands, and will happily follow you from room to room like your purring assistant. He can be a little shy when meeting new people, but give him a little time and he melts into hugs and kisses. He’s playful, too — feather toys are his favorite. Now 11 months young, Roller is healthy, dewormed, flea treated, neutered, and up-to-date on his vaccines. Our county shelter is a kill shelter, so I rehoming Roller myself. No declawing please, it's inhumane.Please contact me for more pics and videos on Roller. Thank you, Nicola, Clay County, Illinois
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Toffee

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Kitten
Louisville, 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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With his beautiful tan coat and glowing golden eyes, Toffee is impossible not to fall in love with. This little guy came from a heartbreaking start — born in a tiny overcrowded apartment, living with six other cats, all sharing just one litter box. Sadly, his owner did not want him and gave him up. But Toffee hasn’t let his rough beginning dim his spirit. At just 4 months young, Toffee is full of love, personality, and playful energy. His fluffy tummy, oversized paws, and fluffy tail make him extra adorable. He’s incredibly affectionate and will happily rub all over you to claim you as his person. Feather toys are his favorite. Toffee is neutered, up-to-date on his vaccines, healthy, dewormed, and flea treated. Our county shelter is a kill shelter, so I am trying to find Toffee the safe, loving forever home he deserves. Please, no declawing — it is painful and inhumane.If you’d like more photos or videos of Toffee, please message me. Serious, loving homes only. Thank you - Nicola
Special Needs
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Freckles

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Greenville, IL
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Good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Hi, my name is Freckles and I'm about 4 1/2 years old.  I was a stray and rescued by a BCHS volunteer, and brought to Bond County Humane Society to find a loving permanent home. I am playful and like to chase bouncy balls. I like to get to know you before I want to be petted.  Of course, this is all on my terms.  I determine when and how long you can pet me.  I love to explore and look in all the nooks and crannies around the shelter. I am considered Special Needs for a couple reasons.  First, I tested positive for FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus).  FIV is comparable to AIDS in people. It is transmitted to other cats by scratching or biting. There is not a vaccine available to provide immunity to other cats so I need to be the only cat in the household or live with other FIV positive cats. I can have a normal life expectancy of a cat. The most important things for me are a low stress environment, good quality food and regular veterinarian care.  Second, I was also diagnosed with IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease) which requires me to have a special diet.  It is extremely important for me to stay healthy.  I get along well with the other cats who have been in the FIV room at the shelter.  I am available for immediate adoption.  I am spayed, UTD on vaccinations, tested for FeLV/FIV, treated for internal and external parasites and micro chipped.  My adoption fee has been waived.  If you are interested in making me a member of your family please complete an Adoption Profile in person or on-line at www.bondcohumane.org .  Email the completed profile to the address provided.  A copy of our policy regarding warranties, refunds and returns is available upon request. March 10, 2026, 11:09 am

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Domestic Animals in a Safe Haven

4200 E. Nursery Rd, Centralia, IL 62801

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Centralia Humane Society

P.O. Box 124, Centralia, IL 62801

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Centralia Humane Society

1890 Shattuc Road, Centralia, IL 62801

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Jefferson County Animal Control

107 E Perkins, Mt. Vernon, IL 62864

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Fur a Good Paws

104 North Stanford Road, P.O. Box 294, Flora, IL 62839

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Fur A Good Paws - Pet Assistance League

Flora, IL 62839

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Animal Rescue of Southern Illinois

24459 State Route 177, Nashville, IL 62263

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Washington County IL Animal Control

17990 Richview Road, Nashville, IL 62263

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Clay County Animal Control and Shelter

14394 US-45, Louisville, IL 62858

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Bond County Humane Society

2510 S Elm Street, Greenville, IL 62246

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