Domestic Shorthair kittens & cats in Rockford, Illinois

Come on people, Macchiato has waited long enough... She came to us as a very pregnant feral cat. She raised her babies in a foster home. She needs a home where she will finally be loved, without other pets or children as she is quite spirited. Macchiato is also quite talkative. Experience with cats is a must as Macchiato is very strong mindedPlease submit an application at pawshs.org and NOT a Petfinder inquiry as they may not be answered due to the volume of these inquiries received. Our adoption fees include the cost of spaying/neutering, vaccinations (including rabies for cats / dogs over 4 months of age), flea prevention, worming, FeLV/FIV testing, heartworm test for dogs over 1 yrs old, and microchipping. The location of our Adoption Center PAWS at 7282 N. Cherryvale Mall Drive . Check out all of our adoptable dogs, cats and kittens on our website at www.pawshs.org. You can also contact us on our hotline: 815/299-PAWS.

Fauna is one of three cats that were abandoned at our front door early in the morning. She may have had some rough handling in the past as she came in fearful of touch. We are so proud of her as she now enjoys being pet and does ok with respectful other cats. We hope this beautiful green eyed girl finds the home she deserves!Please submit an application at pawshs.org and NOT a Petfinder inquiry as they may not be answered due to the volume of these inquiries received. Our adoption fees include the cost of spaying/neutering, vaccinations (including rabies for cats / dogs over 4 months of age), flea prevention, worming, FeLV/FIV testing, heartworm test for dogs over 1 yrs old, and microchipping. The location of our Adoption Center PAWS at 7282 N. Cherryvale Mall Drive . Check out all of our adoptable dogs, cats and kittens on our website at www.pawshs.org. You can also contact us on our hotline: 815/299-PAWS.

Hannah was a stray mom living in a barn. She is a very active, goofy girl who loves chasing her toys. She likes to be pet, not so much being picked up. Hannah does not like other cats or dogs but would be comfortable with children over the age of twelve. If you meet her in person you'll be able to get the whole 'Hannah experience' while she runs and jumps for toys and attention!Please submit an application at pawshs.org and NOT a Petfinder inquiry as they may not be answered due to the volume of these inquiries received. Our adoption fees include the cost of spaying/neutering, vaccinations (including rabies for cats / dogs over 4 months of age), flea prevention, worming, FeLV/FIV testing, heartworm test for dogs over 1 yrs old, and microchipping. The location of our Adoption Center PAWS at 7282 N. Cherryvale Mall Drive . Check out all of our adoptable dogs, cats and kittens on our website at www.pawshs.org. You can also contact us on our hotline: 815/299-PAWS.

Ralph was originally abandoned outside of our shelter. A short adoption did not work out as he did not get along with the other cat. For that reason, we would like a home where he is the only pet. Ralph is a very big boy!Please submit an application at pawshs.org and NOT a Petfinder inquiry as they may not be answered due to the volume of these inquiries received. Our adoption fees include the cost of spaying/neutering, vaccinations (including rabies for cats / dogs over 4 months of age), flea prevention, worming, FeLV/FIV testing, heartworm test for dogs over 1 yrs old, and microchipping. The location of our Adoption Center PAWS at 7282 N. Cherryvale Mall Drive . Check out all of our adoptable dogs, cats and kittens on our website at www.pawshs.org. You can also contact us on our hotline: 815/299-PAWS.

Parker is about 1 1/2 years old. He was found living in a rural area outside all alone. It took him while to get used to people, though slowly but surely he is coming around. Parker is a very playful and affectionate boy who loves other cats! He does need an experienced cat person to continue to break him out of his shell. However, he is very scared of dogs, but would do well with kids over the age of twelve.Please submit an application at pawshs.org and NOT a Petfinder inquiry as they may not be answered due to the volume of these inquiries received. Our adoption fees include the cost of spaying/neutering, vaccinations (including rabies for cats / dogs over 4 months of age), flea prevention, worming, FeLV/FIV testing, heartworm test for dogs over 1 yrs old, and microchipping. The location of our Adoption Center PAWS at 7282 N. Cherryvale Mall Drive . Check out all of our adoptable dogs, cats and kittens on our website at www.pawshs.org. You can also contact us on our hotline: 815/299-PAWS.

Otto was found as an emaciated stray and was cared for by his rescuer until PAWS could take him in . He is an adorable young boy.Please submit an application at pawshs.org and NOT a Petfinder inquiry as they may not be answered due to the volume of these inquiries received. Our adoption fees include the cost of spaying/neutering, vaccinations (including rabies for cats / dogs over 4 months of age), flea prevention, worming, FeLV/FIV testing, heartworm test for dogs over 1 yrs old, and microchipping. The location of our Adoption Center PAWS at 7282 N. Cherryvale Mall Drive . Check out all of our adoptable dogs, cats and kittens on our website at www.pawshs.org. You can also contact us on our hotline: 815/299-PAWS.

Name: SoloBreed: DSHDOB: 05/06/2023Good with kids: YESGood with dogs: YESGood with cats: YESFoster location: Lake in the Hills, ILAdoption fee: $100                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Fun Bio: Solo has spent her whole life in foster care without much interest and we aren't sure why! She's almost a year old, sweet, playful, beautiful, friendly, and SO CUTE with her little white paws! We are really hoping she'll get to spend her first birthday in her forever home this year. Is that you? We always recommend playtime, positive reinforcement training and a regular schedule for feeding times when bringing a new cat/kitten into your home. Adjustment takes time for both you and your new family member, so remember to be patient and enjoy this new and exciting time!Included in the adoption fee are age appropriate vaccinations, FeLV/FIV testing, deworming, spay or neuter surgery, and microchip. Anti-Declawing Policy:All cats and kittens will have a no declaw policy in their adoption contract with us!  Declawing is a series of bone amputations.  Declawing is more accurately described by the term de-knuckling and is not merely the removal of the claws, as the term “declawing” implies.  In humans, fingernails grow from the skin, but in animals that hunt prey, the claws grow from the bone; therefore, the last bone is amputates so the claw cannot re-grow.  Declawing is one of the most painful, routinely performed procedures in all of veterinary medicine.  Each toe of the cat is amputated at the first joint.  Declawing a cat is equivalent in a person to amputating the entire first knuckle of every finger.  Declawing is done strictly for the benefit of the owner.  There are NO benefits to the cat and NO good reasons to declaw. Declawing can lead to behavior changes.  A declawed cat has no way to defend itself and may resort to biting more often.  Due to pain, they may stop using the litterbox.  There are humane alternatives to declawing.  Cats can be trained to use scratching posts.  They should have their nails trimmed regularly.  There is double sided sticky tape that can be put on furniture to deter a cat from scratching there.  There are also nail caps called Soft Paws that are glued onto a cat’s nails without harm.  ##1772602##

Name: Raoul Breed: DSHDOB: 09/01/2020Good with kids: YESGood with dogs: YESGood with cats: YESFoster location: Machesney Park, ILAdoption fee: $50                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Fun Bio: Raoul was found in a busy apartment complex after some neighbors moved away, left behind to fend for himself. Upon rescue, we noticed that he had some significant scarring on his back, which may be from a struggle with a coyote. Regardless of his past, this boy isn’t holding any grudges. Raoul LOVES people and is always up for making new friends. He thinks he has the charm of Ryan Gosling, but really, his mannerisms are more that of Sloth from the Goonies. Either way, this gentleman is magical and wants a happily ever after with you. Yes, he is FIV+ but it's really no big deal. FIV stands for Feline Immunodeficiency Virus, which is passed through deep bite wounds or by a mother cat to her kittens across the placenta or through her milk. The virus affects the immune system, leaving cats vulnerable to infections and disease. If they get injured or ill, they may take longer to recover than most cats and could need a little extra TLC. FIV is not transmissible to humans or other species. But they generally don’t require ongoing medication or much additional care.  And research has shown that FIV+ cats have the same lifespan non FIV+ cats.  So, "Hey, you guys!" please apply to meet Raoul today! If interested in a pet from us please fill out the adoption application that is located on our website.  We process applications in the order in which they are received.  We will likely not respond to interest emails regarding puppies and/or kittens, we get so many "interest" emails that we simply do not have the time to respond to each one.  We always recommend playtime, positive reinforcement training and a regular schedule for feeding times when bringing a new cat/kitten into your home. Adjustment takes time for both you and your new family member, so remember to be patient and enjoy this new and exciting time!Included in the adoption fee are age appropriate vaccinations, FeLV/FIV testing, deworming, spay or neuter surgery, and microchip. Anti-Declawing Policy:All cats and kittens will have a no declaw policy in their adoption contract with us!  Declawing is a series of bone amputations.  Declawing is more accurately described by the term de-knuckling and is not merely the removal of the claws, as the term “declawing” implies.  In humans, fingernails grow from the skin, but in animals that hunt prey, the claws grow from the bone; therefore, the last bone is amputates so the claw cannot re-grow.  Declawing is one of the most painful, routinely performed procedures in all of veterinary medicine.  Each toe of the cat is amputated at the first joint.  Declawing a cat is equivalent in a person to amputating the entire first knuckle of every finger.  Declawing is done strictly for the benefit of the owner.  There are NO benefits to the cat and NO good reasons to declaw. Declawing can lead to behavior changes.  A declawed cat has no way to defend itself and may resort to biting more often.  Due to pain, they may stop using the litterbox.  There are humane alternatives to declawing.  Cats can be trained to use scratching posts.  They should have their nails trimmed regularly.  There is double sided sticky tape that can be put on furniture to deter a cat from scratching there.  There are also nail caps called Soft Paws that are glued onto a cat’s nails without harm. ##1811061##

Name: ReeseBreed: DsHDOB: 2/7/2022Good with kids: YESGood with dogs: YESGood with cats: YESFoster location: Machesney Park, ILAdoption fee: $200 a kitten or $350 for a pair of kittens  Fun Bio: These babes will be ready for adoption when they are 8-10 weeks old. So we have some time, but follow their story! Get an application in, and be patient OR apply for one of our already kittens or cats! If interested in a pet from us please fill out the adoption application that is located on our website.  We process applications in the order in which they are received.  We will likely not respond to interest emails regarding puppies and/or kittens, we get so many "interest" emails that we simply do not have the time to respond to each one.  We always recommend playtime, positive reinforcement training and a regular schedule for feeding times when bringing a new cat/kitten into your home. Adjustment takes time for both you and your new family member, so remember to be patient and enjoy this new and exciting time!Included in the adoption fee are age appropriate vaccinations, FeLV/FIV testing, deworming, spay or neuter surgery, and microchip. Anti-Declawing Policy:All cats and kittens will have a no declaw policy in their adoption contract with us!  Declawing is a series of bone amputations.  Declawing is more accurately described by the term de-knuckling and is not merely the removal of the claws, as the term “declawing” implies.  In humans, fingernails grow from the skin, but in animals that hunt prey, the claws grow from the bone; therefore, the last bone is amputates so the claw cannot re-grow.  Declawing is one of the most painful, routinely performed procedures in all of veterinary medicine.  Each toe of the cat is amputated at the first joint.  Declawing a cat is equivalent in a person to amputating the entire first knuckle of every finger.  Declawing is done strictly for the benefit of the owner.  There are NO benefits to the cat and NO good reasons to declaw. Declawing can lead to behavior changes.  A declawed cat has no way to defend itself and may resort to biting more often.  Due to pain, they may stop using the litterbox.  There are humane alternatives to declawing.  Cats can be trained to use scratching posts.  They should have their nails trimmed regularly.  There is double sided sticky tape that can be put on furniture to deter a cat from scratching there.  There are also nail caps called Soft Paws that are glued onto a cat's naile cat’s nails without harm. ##1958831##

Name: HerbieBreed: DSHDOB: 2/19/2024Good with kids: YESGood with dogs: YESGood with cats: YESFoster location: Rockford, ILAdoption fee: $200 a kitten or $350 for a pair of kittens  Fun Bio: These babes will be ready for adoption when they are 8-10 weeks old. So we have some time, but follow their story! Get an application in, and be patient OR apply for one of our already kittens or cats!  If interested in a pet from us please fill out the adoption application that is located on our website.  We process applications in the order in which they are received.  We will likely not respond to interest emails regarding puppies and/or kittens, we get so many "interest" emails that we simply do not have the time to respond to each one.  We always recommend playtime, positive reinforcement training and a regular schedule for feeding times when bringing a new cat/kitten into your home. Adjustment takes time for both you and your new family member, so remember to be patient and enjoy this new and exciting time!Included in the adoption fee are age appropriate vaccinations, FeLV/FIV testing, deworming, spay or neuter surgery, and microchip. Anti-Declawing Policy:All cats and kittens will have a no declaw policy in their adoption contract with us!  Declawing is a series of bone amputations.  Declawing is more accurately described by the term de-knuckling and is not merely the removal of the claws, as the term “declawing” implies.  In humans, fingernails grow from the skin, but in animals that hunt prey, the claws grow from the bone; therefore, the last bone is amputates so the claw cannot re-grow.  Declawing is one of the most painful, routinely performed procedures in all of veterinary medicine.  Each toe of the cat is amputated at the first joint.  Declawing a cat is equivalent in a person to amputating the entire first knuckle of every finger.  Declawing is done strictly for the benefit of the owner.  There are NO benefits to the cat and NO good reasons to declaw. Declawing can lead to behavior changes.  A declawed cat has no way to defend itself and may resort to biting more often.  Due to pain, they may stop using the litterbox.  There are humane alternatives to declawing.  Cats can be trained to use scratching posts.  They should have their nails trimmed regularly.  There is double sided sticky tape that can be put on furniture to deter a cat from scratching there.  There are also nail caps called Soft Paws that are glued onto a cat's naile cat’s nails without harm. ##1986620##

Name: AndroidBreed: DSHDOB: 7/15/2023Good with kids: YESGood with dogs: YESGood with cats: YESFoster location: Pingree Grove, ILAdoption fee: $200 a kitten or $350 for a pair of kittens                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Fun Bio: Meet Android! This sweet girl was born outside in July of 2023. A Good Samaritan thought she was doing the right thing and brought them inside when they were old enough. She had all the plans in the world to spay and neuter these babes, but unfortunately never got around too it. Some lived their life in a crate while she tried to socialize them, but unfortunately life happened and she just didn’t have the time. Luckily she reached out to us, and we have moved them into one of our foster homes in March 2024. Android is a tiny powerhouse who may have been the runt of the litter, but is mighty in spirit! Shy yet undeniably curious, she turns every nook and cranny into her playground, mastering the art of hide and seek. Though she might retreat to her cozy hideaway bed for some quiet time, her curious spirit cannot be contained for long. Android shines as the emerging Olympian of wand toys, demonstrating agility and determination. This little dynamo is eager to explore and play, inviting you into her world of discovery. If you're ready for a mix of playful escapades and quiet moments, Android is the purrfect little investigator to add to your family. If interested in a pet from us please fill out the adoption application that is located on our website.  We process applications in the order in which they are received.  We will likely not respond to interest emails regarding puppies and/or kittens, we get so many "interest" emails that we simply do not have the time to respond to each one.  We always recommend playtime, positive reinforcement training and a regular schedule for feeding times when bringing a new cat/kitten into your home. Adjustment takes time for both you and your new family member, so remember to be patient and enjoy this new and exciting time!Included in the adoption fee are age appropriate vaccinations, FeLV/FIV testing, deworming, spay or neuter surgery, and microchip. Anti-Declawing Policy:All cats and kittens will have a no declaw policy in their adoption contract with us!  Declawing is a series of bone amputations.  Declawing is more accurately described by the term de-knuckling and is not merely the removal of the claws, as the term “declawing” implies.  In humans, fingernails grow from the skin, but in animals that hunt prey, the claws grow from the bone; therefore, the last bone is amputates so the claw cannot re-grow.  Declawing is one of the most painful, routinely performed procedures in all of veterinary medicine.  Each toe of the cat is amputated at the first joint.  Declawing a cat is equivalent in a person to amputating the entire first knuckle of every finger.  Declawing is done strictly for the benefit of the owner.  There are NO benefits to the cat and NO good reasons to declaw. Declawing can lead to behavior changes.  A declawed cat has no way to defend itself and may resort to biting more often.  Due to pain, they may stop using the litterbox.  There are humane alternatives to declawing.  Cats can be trained to use scratching posts.  They should have their nails trimmed regularly.  There is double sided sticky tape that can be put on furniture to deter a cat from scratching there.  There are also nail caps called Soft Paws that are glued onto a cat's naile cat’s nails without harm. ##1992308##

Name: TrunksBreed: DSHDOB: 7/15/2023Good with kids: YESGood with dogs: YESGood with cats: YESFoster location: Pingree Grove, ILAdoption fee: $200 a kitten or $350 for a pair of kittens                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Fun Bio: Meet Trunks! This handsome boy was born outside in July of 2023. A Good Samaritan thought she was doing the right thing and brought them inside when they were old enough. She had all the plans in the world to spay and neuter these babes, but unfortunately never got around too it. Some lived their life in a crate while she tried to socialize them, but unfortunately life happened and she just didn’t have the time. Luckily she reached out to us, and we have moved them into one of our foster homes in March 2024. Trunks is steadily learning the joy of companionship and affection. He delights in gentle tushy pets, purring subtly yet powerfully, signaling his growing comfort. Encouraged by his buddy Goku, Trunks has become increasingly curious and playful. He enjoys being near you while you work, turning items like a tablet into playful experiences, showcasing his willingness to engage and keep you company. This playful behavior reflects his interest in being part of daily activities, making him a charming companion who appreciates interaction at his own comfortable pace. As Trunks continues to explore his environment and relationships, he promises to enrich his forever home with his evolving curiosity and gentle presence. If interested in a pet from us please fill out the adoption application that is located on our website.  We process applications in the order in which they are received.  We will likely not respond to interest emails regarding puppies and/or kittens, we get so many "interest" emails that we simply do not have the time to respond to each one.  We always recommend playtime, positive reinforcement training and a regular schedule for feeding times when bringing a new cat/kitten into your home. Adjustment takes time for both you and your new family member, so remember to be patient and enjoy this new and exciting time!Included in the adoption fee are age appropriate vaccinations, FeLV/FIV testing, deworming, spay or neuter surgery, and microchip. Anti-Declawing Policy:All cats and kittens will have a no declaw policy in their adoption contract with us!  Declawing is a series of bone amputations.  Declawing is more accurately described by the term de-knuckling and is not merely the removal of the claws, as the term “declawing” implies.  In humans, fingernails grow from the skin, but in animals that hunt prey, the claws grow from the bone; therefore, the last bone is amputates so the claw cannot re-grow.  Declawing is one of the most painful, routinely performed procedures in all of veterinary medicine.  Each toe of the cat is amputated at the first joint.  Declawing a cat is equivalent in a person to amputating the entire first knuckle of every finger.  Declawing is done strictly for the benefit of the owner.  There are NO benefits to the cat and NO good reasons to declaw. Declawing can lead to behavior changes.  A declawed cat has no way to defend itself and may resort to biting more often.  Due to pain, they may stop using the litterbox.  There are humane alternatives to declawing.  Cats can be trained to use scratching posts.  They should have their nails trimmed regularly.  There is double sided sticky tape that can be put on furniture to deter a cat from scratching there.  There are also nail caps called Soft Paws that are glued onto a cat's naile cat’s nails without harm. ##1992313##

I need to rehome my cats Mina and ViVi. They are a bonded pair, but this page doesn't allow me to post 2 pets at once so for the two of them would be $100. VIvi is a male. Mina is 8 with a January 1st birthdate and ViVi is 7 with an August 8th birthdate. ViVi does territorial live bites, and Mina responds to Mimimimimi! They are loveable, they are declawed and indoors only. Spayed an neutered. I can only take one pet with me into my low income housing, so this was a difficult decision for me. Please contact me with anyone interested. Thank you.