Domestic Shorthair kittens & cats in Mattoon, Illinois

Bella came to the shelter 270 days ago after she was involved in an animal cruelty case. When she came to the shelter, she had lost her brother tragically and been left outside to fend for herself. At 10 years old, she had been with her buddy her whole life, and her whole world had been turned upside down. She was at that point in shutdown mode.. over the last 270 days, she has made huge strides. She is currently in our biggest luxury kennel where she gets her comfy blanket, bed & daily wet food. However, that doesn't come close to the comforts of a home. Bella needs a calm, laid-back home where she can lounge around as she pleases. She does have pancreatitis, so she is on a daily canned food, but that is pretty inexpensive.

Sassy Sara & Pixel Need a Miracle Their world shattered overnight. Sassy Sara and Pixel, a bonded pair of 14-year-old tortie sisters, lost everything when their beloved owner passed away. Declawed and completely defenseless, they were left with nowhere to go. The only home they had ever known—the only arms that ever held them—was gone. And now, they sit in a shelter, too scared to understand why. These sweet girls are heartbroken and shut down. They don’t know why they’re here. They don’t understand why their owner isn’t coming back for them. They just know they’re afraid. At their age, they should be curled up in a warm lap, not huddled in a kennel, hiding from the world. They need a quiet, loving retirement home where they can feel safe again. It may take time for them to trust, but they will come around. They just need someone patient enough to let them grieve, heal, and love again. Despite their sorrow, they are healthy. We gave them full veterinary workups, and their bloodwork was fantastic. They could have years left to give… years that deserve to be spent in a home, not a shelter. To help them find a home, we have drastically reduced their adoption fees to just $25 each. But these sisters must stay together —they are all each other has left in this world. Please, if you have room in your heart and home for two lost souls who just want to feel safe again, consider giving Sassy Sara and Pixel the love they so desperately need. Whether it’s months or years, they deserve to spend the rest of their lives knowing they are loved. They have already lost their person. Please don’t let them lose their chance at happiness, too.To apply, visit our website at EffinghamCountyHumaneSociety.org/adoptable-pets

Meet Cedar – Your New Furry Forest Friend! 🌲🐾 Looking to *spruce up* your life with a little more fun? Meet **Cedar**, a 6-month-old brown tabby who is ready to put down roots in his forever home! 🌿💚 This playful little sapling is full of energy, always ready to *branch out* on a new adventure—whether that’s chasing toys, climbing to the tallest perch, or zooming around like a little whirlwind. Cedar is *paws-itively* curious and always eager to explore his surroundings! 🌟 Cedar is: 🌲 A fearless explorer who loves to *stick* his nose in everything. 🌲 A champion toy chaser—he’ll *sprout* into action at any moment! 🌲 A fun-loving little guy who’s still *growing* into his purr-sonality! If you’re ready to let this *tree-mendous* tabby grow into your heart, come meet Cedar today! He’s ready to *leaf* the shelter life behind and start his forever adventure with you! 🌲🐾💚

Bunny, Duckling & Chick – The Baby Animal Trio!Looking for a little dose of springtime sweetness? Meet Bunny, Duckling, and Chick—three tiny bundles of fluff who are as adorable as their names!These 6-week-old kittens are being lovingly raised in a foster home and will be ready for adoption once they turn 8 weeks old. Until then, we’re accepting applications for preapproval—so you can be first in line when they’re ready to waddle, hop, and scamper into your heart!Bunny is a baby black kitten with one little white toe—like she dipped her foot in cream.Chick is a soft tabby girl with big curious eyes and the cutest whisker wiggles.Duckling is a bouncy black boy who chirps when he’s excited and loves a cozy cuddle puddle.When they’re old enough, they’ll be spayed/neutered, vaccinated, dewormed, and microchipped. Adoption is $90 each, or just $150 for a pair—because baby animals are even better in twos!Apply now to meet the tiniest springtime trio! EffinghamCountyHumaneSociety.org

🎶 Meet Sonata – A Tiny Tune of Joy! 🎶Sonata is a sweet kitten with a soft purr and a curious spirit. She’s gentle, cuddly, and loves sunny windows, quiet naps, and being close to her humans.She'll be fixed, vaccinated, and microchipped before she's ready to go.🎻 Bring Sonata home and let her fill your days with music and love!If you'd like to fill out an application you can do so on our website at effinghamcountyhumanesociety.org

🥁 Meet Rhythm – The Beat of Your Heart! 🥁Rhythm is a bouncy kitten with endless energy and the sweetest snuggles. Whether she's chasing toys or taking a nap, she brings joy to every moment.She’ll be spayed, vaccinated, microchipped, and ready to dance her way into your life. Adopt Rhythm and let the fun begin!You can fill out an application on our website at EffinghamCountyHumaneSociety.org