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Kittens and cats in Salem, Illinois

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These adorable cats are available for adoption in Salem, 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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Ebony

Domestic Longhair

Female, Young
Patoka, IL
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Good with kids, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
THIS PET IS PART OF A BONDED PAIR! https://www.adoptapet.com/rehome/mypets/46078191 This is NOT an easy decision for me. Due to the type of work I will be doing, I have to give up both my kitties whom I love dearly. Ebonys estimated birthday is 8/26/2022. She is spayed, declawed in the front, up to date on all her shots and is very attached to Fred (orange/white, male, neutered, declawed in front) who brought her home in Jan 2023 as a barely 5 month old kitten. Both seem to be okay with quiet friendly dogs. Ebony is mostly black with white on her chest. She is shy and does not like to be picked up like Fred does. She will come to you when she wants attention. She loves to chase string, belts, or anything else being dragged across the floor and, if Fred is present, will often defer to him since he tends to like to take over playing. She will bump her head against your leg if shes looking for scratches behind the ear or a treat. She is more vocal than Fred and can be territorial.
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Fred

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Adult
Patoka, IL
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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THIS PET IS PART OF A BONDED PAIR! https://www.adoptapet.com/rehome/mypets/46175309. This is NOT an easy decision for me. Due to the type of work I will be doing, I have to give up both my kitties whom I love dearly. Fred came to us as a stray one hot July afternoon in 2021. He has been with us for 4 years and is an absolutely friendly, loving cat who loves to be held. Freds estimated birthday is 1/29/2019. He is neutered, declawed in the front, up to date on all his shots and is very attached to Ebony (black, female, spayed, declawed in front). Both seem to be okay with quiet friendly dogs. Fred is orange and white and needs low magnesium food so he does not develop struvite crystals which could cause urinary blockage. Fred loves to dive into freshly dried hot clothes, dive under bed covers and have you attack him through the covers, loves to chase belts or string that you drag across the floor, and tear through the house with Ebony.
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Sprinkles

Calico

Female, Kitten
Flora, IL
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Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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Sprinkles was born July 22 2025 to a feral cat along with her sister and two brothers. They have all been living inside since 6 weeks old when their mom got spayed. She was spayed on October 8th. Sprinkles is a sweet loving little girl who loves to be brushed and loves to play and play and explore. She has longer hair than her siblings and will need to be indoors and brushed. She has been spayed, flea treated and dewormed. Although healthy and shows no signs of health issues I suggest a pet wellness exam with your vet after adopting. Prefer a home without children under the age of 5 years old. If she is going to be left alone daily prefer a home with another cat for companionship. Adoption fee will be donated to Clip and Tip Strays a local nonprofit helping to reduce the unwanted cat population.
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Carrot Cakers

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Flora, IL
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Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Carrot Cakers was born on July 22nd 2025 with his two sisters and brother. They were born to a feral cat outside dark brown calico. They have been living inside since 6 weeks old when I got their mamma spayed. He was neutered on October 8th. Carrot Cakers is a sweet loving playful kitten with no known health issues but I suggest a visit to the vet for a pet wellness check upon adoption. He is litter box trained and does not have fleas. Adoption fee goes to our non profit Clip and Tip Strays to get more cats spayed and neutered to help control our communities stray cat population. Prefer a home without children under the age of 5 and if he is to be alone for most of the day a home without children under another cat companion,
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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,
Story
Hi, my name is Freckles and I'm about 4 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 live with another FIV positive cat at the shelter. 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 cat 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. September 2, 2025, 2:58 pm
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Dahlia

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Greenville, IL
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Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Hi, my name is Dahlia and I'm about 2 years old.  I was rescued from Bond County Animal Control by Bond County Humane Society so I can find a loving furever home. I am a beautiful tortoiseshell cat. I lived in a foster home and enjoyed the home life, but I am back in the shelter now. I reach out to play with anyone who comes by.  I am very talkative, especially when I want your attention! I love to be petted and held. I like to play with toys with feathers.  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 is sponsored. 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. October 30, 2025, 5:49 pm

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Domestic Animals in a Safe Haven

4200 E. Nursery Rd, Centralia, IL 62801

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Centralia Humane Society

1890 Shattuc Road, Centralia, IL 62801

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Centralia Humane Society

P.O. Box 124, 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 - Pet Assistance League

Flora, IL 62839

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Fur a Good Paws

104 North Stanford Road, P.O. Box 294, 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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