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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.
We'll also keep you updated on Patches's adoption status with email updates.
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Patches

Calico

Female, Adult
Salem, IL
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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INDOOR KITTY. A bit overweight. Loves to eat! She will go outside if she must, but prefers to stay indoors. Loves to be petted. Loves to be close and likes to curl up against your feet when you are sitting. All she knows is love. Spayed before first cycle. 5 years old. We brought her and her two sisters home when they were 8 week old kittens. Quiet, independent, affectionate, playful, loves attention, loves for someone to play cat toys with her. She is an indoor and outdoor kitty but prefers to stay indoors. ADOPTION FEE NEGOTIABLE
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Harley Cat

Calico

Female, Adult
Salem, IL
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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Harley-Cat, Love-Bug. VERY SNUGGLEY. She loves to be held. She likes to meow to you and be talked to. Loves petting, never gets enough. All she knows is love. Spayed before first cycle. 5 years old. We brought her and her two sisters home when they were 8 week old kittens. Quiet, independent, VERY AFFECTIONATE, playful, loves attention, loves for someone to play cat toys with her. She is an indoor and outdoor kitty but refers to stay indoors at night, and during bad weather. ADOPTION FEE NEGOTIABLE
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Mazzy Bear

Tabby

Female, Adult
Salem, IL
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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Affectionate and playful. Mostly independent. All she knows is love. Spayed before first cycle. Usually has shots and meds, but not in a year or more. She is 5 years old. We brought her and her two sisters home when they were 8 week old kittens. Quiet, independent, affectionate, playful, loves attention, loves for someone to play cat toys with her. Likes to hide behind the shower curtain too. She is an indoor and outdoor kitty but refers to stay indoors at night, and during bad weather. ADOPTION FEE NEGOTIABLE
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Calico

Female, Kitten
Mount Vernon, IL
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Good with dogs, House-trained,
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My neighbors moved and left her. She is very sweet and calm. My dog is aggressive with cats so I can't keep her but I can't just let her roam. She is about 6 months old.
We'll also keep you updated on Roller (DG)'s adoption status with email updates.
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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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Roller (DG) gets his name from unusual circumstances. He was found sitting on a shelf on October 18th inside a Dollar General store, skinny, wet, and sick. I took him in and have cared for him since. Roller loves to roll at your feet. He’s smart, understands commands, and follows you from room to room. He can be a bit shy to strangers at first, but soon accepts hugs and kisses. He loves play jumping with a feather toy and carries toys from room to room. He’s curious and friendly with other cats. At eight months young, Roller is now healthy, dewormed, flea treated, neutered, and is up-to-date on his vaccines. His low rehoming fee of $20 includes her neuter and vaccinations. Our county shelter is a kill shelter, so I rehoming Roller myself. No declawing please, as it is inhumane. Please contact me for more pics and videos on Roller. Thank you, Nicola, Clay County, Illinois
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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 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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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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