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Domestic Shorthair kittens & cats in Grayslake, Illinois

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These Domestic Shorthairs are available in Grayslake, Illinois.
We'll also keep you updated on Daisy's adoption status with email updates.
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Daisy

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 9 yrs 3 mos
Grayslake, IL
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(when grown) -
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Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Daisy (about 9 years old as of March, 2025) is a female black and white shorthaired cat. Daisy was born to a feral mother cat who had literally been dumping her kittens at one of our caretakers' house for years. They finally caught her but she was about to give birth, so these lucky kittens have been inside their whole lives. Daisy is a very vocal kitty who likes to meow about things as she goes through her day and will sometimes call out to figure out where people are if she wanders off alone expecting someone to call back to her or come find her. That sounds awfully needy but she is actually the most independent kitty from her litter. She is sweet and affectionate but doesn't want to cuddle until she is done playing and doesn't feel the need to be on top of someone smothering them every time she gets a few pets. That said, when she is in full cuddle mode she loves serious, firm pets so strong they pull the skin around her eyes back and exaggerate her already naturally silly long skinny face. She is very energetic and alert which can make her seem jumpy or skittish, but it's really just her goofy, playful nature showing. She does well with older kids and mostly gets along okay with most of the other cats in her foster home, but has had conflicts with a few of them and mostly keeps to herself so she might prefer living with only the one cat she always gets along with- her sister Primrose. We're hoping we can find a family willing to take them both, as the last time we tried to separate them they both were miserable. She hasn't ever lived with a dog and with her more sensitive nature and at her age she would probably be overwhelmed
We'll also keep you updated on John's adoption status with email updates.
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John

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 5 yrs 1 mo
Grayslake, IL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
John (~DOB 9/2020, male, black DSH) John was a kitten found in Waukegan behind a nursing home with his siblings. They were being fed a diet that mostly consisted of French fries. They were caught at about 3 months old and took a bit of time to warm up to humans while they also started getting healthier. John and his sister Chrissy were won over with a lot of chicken baby food. John took a little longer than his sister Chrissy to socialize to humans, but now he is doing absolutely wonderful in his foster home. He can even be picked up and held for short periods of time. He is fairly vocal, especially at meal times, and can get a bit sassy then as well. He sometimes nips his foster mom’s leg in passing, but never hard. He has learned to like to be petted on his head and back, even all the way down his tail. But pet him for too long or try to get his belly and he will swat you (claws retracted) like “what do you think you’re doing?!” He sometimes grabs at legs as they pass by, but this seems to be more playful energy. He is also becoming a morning bathroom buddy! He enjoys chasing balls in tracks and cat dancers. He likes climbing cat towers, sleeping on the back of couches, and staring out windows. He sometimes comes when he is called and fingers are rubbed together. He enjoys the company of other cats, and we encourage an adopter who has cats in their home to ease his transition. We do not think he would be good in a loud home or one with young children or dogs. His transition will likely take time, but a good way to earn his trust is with food, especially chicken baby food!
We'll also keep you updated on Mabel's adoption status with email updates.
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Mabel

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 4 mos
Grayslake, IL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Mabel is a spayed female brown tabby shorthaired kitten. Mabel and her sisters were born to a feral cat in Winthrop Harbor that we've been trying to trap and spay for over 2 years. Thankfully we finally caught her this time, but her 3 newest daughters were about 10 weeks old and already turning feral. With some intense TLC in a foster home they've made a lot of progress and are now ready to be adopted as pet cats. Mabel was the "leader" of her litter and came around to people the fastest. She's the first one to greet people and the most enthusiastic about getting attention and being held. She's still going to be a little shy with new people but she loves being petted and playing with people. She gets along great with her sister Charlie and would probably do best adopted along with her or as a little sister to another young playful kitty. She has never lived with a dog and because she's a little more shy, we think she'd do best in a cat only household without any especially young children that couldn't give a shy kitty more space and quiet time as she gets used to them.
We'll also keep you updated on Owen's adoption status with email updates.
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Owen

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 yrs 7 mos
Grayslake, IL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Owen is a very handsome and sweet male orange tabby kitty, about 2 years old (born ~July 2022). He is initially shy, but will gradually build up a bond with his person and sit or lay next to them for cuddles. At meal time he will rub around your legs and meow to be noticed. He is playful, LOVES to be brushed and will let his foster pick him up for a brief time. Owen would love to be adopted to a home with his brother, Pokey, or to a home with another playful cat buddy. Because he is shy, it would be best if he is adopted to a quiet home without young children.
We'll also keep you updated on Bonnie Horton's adoption status with email updates.
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Bonnie Horton

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Senior
Grayslake, IL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Not good with kids, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I’m a very affectionate and loving cat, not afraid to meow at you to get your attention and of course lots of petting. While I could have easily gotten depressed finding myself here, I have the wisdom of an older cat, knowing something good when you have it. My medical issues are being taken care of and I’m feeling great and very much loved. I’m a loving, social cat, always ready to snuggle up. I’m excited to meet you…are you ready to meet me?
We'll also keep you updated on Doughboy's adoption status with email updates.
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Doughboy

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Grayslake, IL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Some soft jazz, a comfy napping spot in the sun…preferably by a window would be just perfect for me. I am a mellow guy that gets along well with other cats so wouldn’t mind a feline friend or two. I am a gentle and sweet fellow that enjoys attention and petting even though I may not always be the in-your face type of a cat. If you enjoy daydreaming, I am your perfect partner…and if you don’t, I can teach you how slow down and discover the joys of relaxing. We know most people have too much stress in their lives…and my stress right now is not having a family yet!

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 yrs 7 mos
Grayslake, IL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Owen is a very handsome and sweet male orange tabby kitty, about 2 years old (born ~July 2022). He is initially shy, but will gradually build up a bond with his person and sit or lay next to them for cuddles. At meal time he will rub around your legs and meow to be noticed. He is playful, LOVES to be brushed and will let his foster pick him up for a brief time. Owen would love to be adopted to a home with his brother, Pokey, or to a home with another playful cat buddy. Because he is shy, it would be best if he is adopted to a quiet home without young children.
We'll also keep you updated on Mabel's adoption status with email updates.
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Mabel

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 4 mos
Grayslake, IL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Mabel is a spayed female brown tabby shorthaired kitten. Mabel and her sisters were born to a feral cat in Winthrop Harbor that we've been trying to trap and spay for over 2 years. Thankfully we finally caught her this time, but her 3 newest daughters were about 10 weeks old and already turning feral. With some intense TLC in a foster home they've made a lot of progress and are now ready to be adopted as pet cats. Mabel was the "leader" of her litter and came around to people the fastest. She's the first one to greet people and the most enthusiastic about getting attention and being held. She's still going to be a little shy with new people but she loves being petted and playing with people. She gets along great with her sister Charlie and would probably do best adopted along with her or as a little sister to another young playful kitty. She has never lived with a dog and because she's a little more shy, we think she'd do best in a cat only household without any especially young children that couldn't give a shy kitty more space and quiet time as she gets used to them.
We'll also keep you updated on Daisy's adoption status with email updates.
Bonded Pair
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Daisy

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 9 yrs 3 mos
Grayslake, IL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Daisy (about 9 years old as of March, 2025) is a female black and white shorthaired cat. Daisy was born to a feral mother cat who had literally been dumping her kittens at one of our caretakers' house for years. They finally caught her but she was about to give birth, so these lucky kittens have been inside their whole lives. Daisy is a very vocal kitty who likes to meow about things as she goes through her day and will sometimes call out to figure out where people are if she wanders off alone expecting someone to call back to her or come find her. That sounds awfully needy but she is actually the most independent kitty from her litter. She is sweet and affectionate but doesn't want to cuddle until she is done playing and doesn't feel the need to be on top of someone smothering them every time she gets a few pets. That said, when she is in full cuddle mode she loves serious, firm pets so strong they pull the skin around her eyes back and exaggerate her already naturally silly long skinny face. She is very energetic and alert which can make her seem jumpy or skittish, but it's really just her goofy, playful nature showing. She does well with older kids and mostly gets along okay with most of the other cats in her foster home, but has had conflicts with a few of them and mostly keeps to herself so she might prefer living with only the one cat she always gets along with- her sister Primrose. We're hoping we can find a family willing to take them both, as the last time we tried to separate them they both were miserable. She hasn't ever lived with a dog and with her more sensitive nature and at her age she would probably be overwhelmed
We'll also keep you updated on John's adoption status with email updates.
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John

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 5 yrs 1 mo
Grayslake, IL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
John (~DOB 9/2020, male, black DSH) John was a kitten found in Waukegan behind a nursing home with his siblings. They were being fed a diet that mostly consisted of French fries. They were caught at about 3 months old and took a bit of time to warm up to humans while they also started getting healthier. John and his sister Chrissy were won over with a lot of chicken baby food. John took a little longer than his sister Chrissy to socialize to humans, but now he is doing absolutely wonderful in his foster home. He can even be picked up and held for short periods of time. He is fairly vocal, especially at meal times, and can get a bit sassy then as well. He sometimes nips his foster mom’s leg in passing, but never hard. He has learned to like to be petted on his head and back, even all the way down his tail. But pet him for too long or try to get his belly and he will swat you (claws retracted) like “what do you think you’re doing?!” He sometimes grabs at legs as they pass by, but this seems to be more playful energy. He is also becoming a morning bathroom buddy! He enjoys chasing balls in tracks and cat dancers. He likes climbing cat towers, sleeping on the back of couches, and staring out windows. He sometimes comes when he is called and fingers are rubbed together. He enjoys the company of other cats, and we encourage an adopter who has cats in their home to ease his transition. We do not think he would be good in a loud home or one with young children or dogs. His transition will likely take time, but a good way to earn his trust is with food, especially chicken baby food!
We'll also keep you updated on Bonnie Horton's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Bonnie Horton

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Senior
Grayslake, IL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Not good with kids, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I’m a very affectionate and loving cat, not afraid to meow at you to get your attention and of course lots of petting. While I could have easily gotten depressed finding myself here, I have the wisdom of an older cat, knowing something good when you have it. My medical issues are being taken care of and I’m feeling great and very much loved. I’m a loving, social cat, always ready to snuggle up. I’m excited to meet you…are you ready to meet me?
We'll also keep you updated on Doughboy's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Doughboy

Doughboy

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Grayslake, IL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Some soft jazz, a comfy napping spot in the sun…preferably by a window would be just perfect for me. I am a mellow guy that gets along well with other cats so wouldn’t mind a feline friend or two. I am a gentle and sweet fellow that enjoys attention and petting even though I may not always be the in-your face type of a cat. If you enjoy daydreaming, I am your perfect partner…and if you don’t, I can teach you how slow down and discover the joys of relaxing. We know most people have too much stress in their lives…and my stress right now is not having a family yet!

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Save-A-Pet

31664 N. Fairfield, Grayslake, IL 60030

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Spay & Stay

Grayslake, IL 60030

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5.2 miles

Animal Education and Rescue

P.O. Box 7343, Libertyville, IL 60048

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5.3 miles

REACH Rescue

Mundelein, IL 60060

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5.3 miles

Adoptable Friends, NFP

26592 North Gilmer, Mundelein, IL 60060

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9.8 miles

Gutter Cat Adoptions NFP

420 Orchard St., PO Box 542, Antioch, IL 60002

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10.5 miles

Redemption Road Rescue Rehab Inc.

Island Lake, IL 60042

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11.7 miles

Fur Keeps Animal Rescue, Inc.

Barrington Hills, IL 60010

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13.5 miles

Animal Outreach Humane Society

P.O. Box 396, McHenry, IL 60051

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Orphans of the Storm

2200 Riverwoods Road, Riverwoods, IL 60015

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