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Domestic Shorthair kittens & cats in Council Bluffs, Iowa

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These Domestic Shorthairs are available in Council Bluffs, Iowa.
We'll also keep you updated on Roman's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Roman

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 8 yrs 6 mos
Council Bluffs, IA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Roman (b 5/2017) a Domestic Shorthair.  Roman is looking for a special home because he is a special cat.  He is diabetic, so he needs a special diet and two insulin shots every day.  We can teach you how to give insulin, it's not too difficult! Roman is a calm, cuddly cat who loves belly rubs.  He is very affectionate.  He gets along with calm dogs but we are not sure about other cats or children.  Does Roman sound like the perfect cat for you? The suggested adoption donation for Roman is $65, which includes a lifetime of free relationship-based training for any behavioral problems (not obedience training). Muddy Paws is a 501c3 non-profit organization meaning that part of your donation MAY be TAX DEDUCTIBLE. We are a 100% volunteer rescue committed to giving animals a second chance at life. All donations go toward that mission. Adoption fees are the primary source of funding for the cost of veterinary care for our animals.  In 2022 alone, we provided animal Healthcare totaling over $300,000 covered mainly through adoption fees. Information about the adoption process: All adoptions require a completed ADOPTION APPLICATION. Once your application has completed our prescreen steps, we will put you in touch with the animal’s foster to see if you and the pet are a good match. If so, we will arrange a meeting for you and the animal. The adoptions for all of our animals will take place in the Omaha, NE area and must be done by the adoptive family in person. We do not ship or deliver. Please Note: We are a RESCUE, which is different from a shelter. We conduct veterinary and personal reference checks, and a Home Visit (Virtual in some cases)  during the application approval process. We always select the right applicant for each animal, based on the animal’s needs. If you and the animal are not a good match, we will help you select another animal, or we will keep your approved application on file for 6 months. To learn about Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue or donate to our animals, please visit our website at MuddyPawsSecondChanceRescue.com or our Facebook Page Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue Inc. ##1726898##
We'll also keep you updated on Honey's adoption status with email updates.
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Honey

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs
Council Bluffs, IA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Honey is a Tabby Tort (Tabby/Tortoiseshell), born approximately December 2023.  Honey loves her humans, but is also perfectly content in her independence as the queen of her castle.  She would probably be okay with older kids (age 10+), but she does NOT get along with other cats or dogs. She needs a home where she can be the queen.  Honey loves to play with puff balls batting them around, lasers, lounging in her "cat house", or playing in her cat tree.  She is altered, up-to-date on all vaccines and litter trained.  Help us find sweet Honey her furever home - apply today! The suggested adoption donation for Honey is $75, which includes a lifetime of free relationship-based training for any behavioral problems (not obedience training).  Muddy Paws is a 501c3 non-profit organization meaning that part of your donation MAY be TAX DEDUCTIBLE. We are a 100% volunteer rescue committed to giving animals a second chance at life. All donations go toward that mission. Adoption fees are the primary source of funding for the cost of veterinary care for our animals. In 2022 alone, we provided animal Healthcare totaling over $399,000 covered mainly through adoption fees. Information about the adoption process: All adoptions require a completed ADOPTION APPLICATION. Once your application has completed our prescreen steps, we will put you in touch with the animal’s foster to see if you and the pet are a good match. If so, we will arrange a meeting for you and the animal. The adoptions for all of our animals will take place in the Omaha, NE area and must be done by the adoptive family in person. We do not ship or deliver. Please Note: We are a RESCUE, which is different from a shelter. We conduct veterinary and personal reference checks, and a Home Visit (Virtual in some cases) during the application approval process. We always select the right applicant for each animal, based on the animal’s needs. If you and the animal are not a good match, we will help you select another animal, or we will keep your approved application on file for 6 months. To learn about Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue or donate to our animals, please visit our website at MuddyPawsSecondChanceRescue.com or our Facebook Page Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue Inc. ##2239621##
We'll also keep you updated on Alphabet Litter: Cosmo's adoption status with email updates.
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Alphabet Litter: Cosmo

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr 7 mos
Council Bluffs, IA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Welcome to rescue, Alphabet Litter!  This is Cosmo, a young kitten born appx April 2024.  He is adjusting to his new surroundings and hanging out with his siblings.  He is working on learning to trust humans, socialization and litter box training!  We'll share updates and more information about Cosmo as we learn more about him! The suggested adoption donation for each kitten in the Alphabet Litter is $75 or adopt 2 kittens for $125, which includes a lifetime of free relationship-based training for any behavioral problems (not obedience training).  Muddy Paws is a 501c3 non-profit organization meaning that part of your donation MAY be TAX DEDUCTIBLE. We are a 100% volunteer rescue committed to giving animals a second chance at life. All donations go toward that mission. Adoption fees are the primary source of funding for the cost of veterinary care for our animals. In 2022 alone, we provided animal Healthcare totaling over $399,000 covered mainly through adoption fees. Information about the adoption process: All adoptions require a completed ADOPTION APPLICATION. Once your application has completed our prescreen steps, we will put you in touch with the animal’s foster to see if you and the pet are a good match. If so, we will arrange a meeting for you and the animal. The adoptions for all of our animals will take place in the Omaha, NE area and must be done by the adoptive family in person. We do not ship or deliver. Please Note: We are a RESCUE, which is different from a shelter. We conduct veterinary and personal reference checks, and a Home Visit (Virtual in some cases) during the application approval process. We always select the right applicant for each animal, based on the animal’s needs. If you and the animal are not a good match, we will help you select another animal, or we will keep your approved application on file for 6 months. To learn about Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue or donate to our animals, please visit our website at MuddyPawsSecondChanceRescue.com or our Facebook Page Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue Inc.   If the dog or cat you adopt is older than 6 months of age and not spayed or neutered, you will receive a voucher to alter the pet at Val Verde Animal Hospital in Omaha, at no cost to you.  Or you can alter the pet at your own vet and be reimbursed $100 for dogs, and $50 for cats, of total cost.  If the dog or cat is younger than 6 months of age, adopter will be responsible for the cost of altering the pet at the vet of their choice.  If proof of alter is received by Muddy Paws prior to the pet turning 6 months of age, a reimbursement of $100 for dogs and $50 for cats, will be sent to you to help cover expenses.  All puppies and kittens MUST be spayed or neutered by 6 months of age.  All dogs and cats MUST be spayed or neutered no later than one month after adoption is finalized.  Thank you in advance for your compliance. ##2098282##
We'll also keep you updated on Kitten's adoption status with email updates.
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Kitten

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 6 mos
Council Bluffs, IA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
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We'll also keep you updated on Thanksgiving Dinner: Mashed Potatoes - Adoption Pending's adoption status with email updates.
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Thanksgiving Dinner: Mashed Potatoes - Adoption Pending

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 mos
Council Bluffs, IA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Say hello to the Thanksgiving Dinner litter, born 10/8/25.  This is Mashed Potatoes!     The Thanksgiving Dinner Litter will be available 12/3/25 (8 weeks old ). We encourage you to apply now to adopt a kitten (or TWO) so we can begin the adoption process and they can go to their forever homes when old enough. Mashed Potatoes is having one of his legs amputated and will be a tripod. The suggested adoption donation for each kitten in the Thanksgiving Dinner litter is $200 and $25 off second kitten, which includes a lifetime of free relationship-based training for any behavioral problems (not obedience training).  Muddy Paws is a 501c3 non-profit organization meaning that part of your donation MAY be TAX DEDUCTIBLE. We are a 100% volunteer rescue committed to giving animals a second chance at life. All donations go toward that mission. Adoption fees are the primary source of funding for the cost of veterinary care for our animals. In 2022 alone, we provided animal Healthcare totaling over $399,000 covered mainly through adoption fees. Information about the adoption process:  All adoptions require a completed ADOPTION APPLICATION. Once your application has completed our prescreen steps, we will put you in touch with the animal’s foster to see if you and the pet are a good match. If so, we will arrange a meeting for you and the animal. The adoptions for all of our animals will take place in the Omaha, NE area and must be done by the adoptive family in person. We do not ship or deliver. Please Note:  We are a RESCUE, which is different from a shelter. We conduct veterinary and personal reference checks, and a Home Visit (Virtual in some cases) during the application approval process. We always select the right applicant for each animal, based on the animal’s needs. If you and the animal are not a good match, we will help you select another animal, or we will keep your approved application on file for 6 months. To learn about Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue or donate to our animals, please visit our website at MuddyPawsSecondChanceRescue.com or our Facebook Page Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue Inc.   If the dog or cat you adopt is older than 6 months of age and not spayed or neutered, you will receive a voucher to alter the pet at Val Verde Animal Hospital in Omaha, at no cost to you.  Or you can alter the pet at your own vet and be reimbursed $100 for dogs, and $50 for cats, of total cost.  If the dog or cat is younger than 6 months of age, adopter will be responsible for the cost of altering the pet at the vet of their choice.  If proof of alter is received by Muddy Paws prior to the pet turning 6 months of age, a reimbursement of $100 for dogs and $50 for cats, will be sent to you to help cover expenses.  [Muddy Paws can also suggest a vet with a reduced cost for alters.]  All puppies and kittens MUST be spayed or neutered by 6 months of age.  All dogs and cats MUST be spayed or neutered no later than one month after adoption is finalized.  Thank you in advance for your compliance. ##2545708##
We'll also keep you updated on Hollywood Legends: Marilyn's adoption status with email updates.
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Hollywood Legends: Marilyn

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 mo
Council Bluffs, IA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Please welcome to the stage, the Hollywood Legends, born 10/26/25.  This is Marilyn.  The Legends will be available for adoption on 1/1/26 when they are 8 weeks old.  Let's start finding these amazing kittens their new homes!   We encourage you to apply now to adopt a kitten (or TWO) so we can begin the adoption process and they can go to their forever home in January 2026. The suggested adoption donation for each of the Hollywood Legends is $125 or adopt 2 for $225, which includes a lifetime of free relationship-based training for any behavioral problems (not obedience training).  Muddy Paws is a 501c3 non-profit organization meaning that part of your donation MAY be TAX DEDUCTIBLE. We are a 100% volunteer rescue committed to giving animals a second chance at life. All donations go toward that mission. Adoption fees are the primary source of funding for the cost of veterinary care for our animals. In 2022 alone, we provided animal Healthcare totaling over $399,000 covered mainly through adoption fees. Information about the adoption process:  All adoptions require a completed ADOPTION APPLICATION. Once your application has completed our prescreen steps, we will put you in touch with the animal’s foster to see if you and the pet are a good match. If so, we will arrange a meeting for you and the animal. The adoptions for all of our animals will take place in the Omaha, NE area and must be done by the adoptive family in person. We do not ship or deliver. Please Note:  We are a RESCUE, which is different from a shelter. We conduct veterinary and personal reference checks, and a Home Visit (Virtual in some cases) during the application approval process. We always select the right applicant for each animal, based on the animal’s needs. If you and the animal are not a good match, we will help you select another animal, or we will keep your approved application on file for 6 months. To learn about Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue or donate to our animals, please visit our website at MuddyPawsSecondChanceRescue.com or our Facebook Page Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue Inc.   If the dog or cat you adopt is older than 6 months of age and not spayed or neutered, you will receive a voucher to alter the pet at Val Verde Animal Hospital in Omaha, at no cost to you.  Or you can alter the pet at your own vet and be reimbursed $100 for dogs, and $50 for cats, of total cost.  If the dog or cat is younger than 6 months of age, adopter will be responsible for the cost of altering the pet at the vet of their choice.  If proof of alter is received by Muddy Paws prior to the pet turning 6 months of age, a reimbursement of $100 for dogs and $50 for cats, will be sent to you to help cover expenses.  [Muddy Paws can also suggest a vet with a reduced cost for alters.]  All puppies and kittens MUST be spayed or neutered by 6 months of age.  All dogs and cats MUST be spayed or neutered no later than one month after adoption is finalized.  Thank you in advance for your compliance. ##2593447##

Or, how about these Domestic Shorthairs in cities near Council Bluffs, Iowa

These Domestic Shorthairs are available for adoption close to Council Bluffs, Iowa.
We'll also keep you updated on Roman's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Roman

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 8 yrs 6 mos
Council Bluffs, IA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Roman (b 5/2017) a Domestic Shorthair.  Roman is looking for a special home because he is a special cat.  He is diabetic, so he needs a special diet and two insulin shots every day.  We can teach you how to give insulin, it's not too difficult! Roman is a calm, cuddly cat who loves belly rubs.  He is very affectionate.  He gets along with calm dogs but we are not sure about other cats or children.  Does Roman sound like the perfect cat for you? The suggested adoption donation for Roman is $65, which includes a lifetime of free relationship-based training for any behavioral problems (not obedience training). Muddy Paws is a 501c3 non-profit organization meaning that part of your donation MAY be TAX DEDUCTIBLE. We are a 100% volunteer rescue committed to giving animals a second chance at life. All donations go toward that mission. Adoption fees are the primary source of funding for the cost of veterinary care for our animals.  In 2022 alone, we provided animal Healthcare totaling over $300,000 covered mainly through adoption fees. Information about the adoption process: All adoptions require a completed ADOPTION APPLICATION. Once your application has completed our prescreen steps, we will put you in touch with the animal’s foster to see if you and the pet are a good match. If so, we will arrange a meeting for you and the animal. The adoptions for all of our animals will take place in the Omaha, NE area and must be done by the adoptive family in person. We do not ship or deliver. Please Note: We are a RESCUE, which is different from a shelter. We conduct veterinary and personal reference checks, and a Home Visit (Virtual in some cases)  during the application approval process. We always select the right applicant for each animal, based on the animal’s needs. If you and the animal are not a good match, we will help you select another animal, or we will keep your approved application on file for 6 months. To learn about Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue or donate to our animals, please visit our website at MuddyPawsSecondChanceRescue.com or our Facebook Page Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue Inc. ##1726898##
We'll also keep you updated on Honey's adoption status with email updates.
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Honey

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs
Council Bluffs, IA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Honey is a Tabby Tort (Tabby/Tortoiseshell), born approximately December 2023.  Honey loves her humans, but is also perfectly content in her independence as the queen of her castle.  She would probably be okay with older kids (age 10+), but she does NOT get along with other cats or dogs. She needs a home where she can be the queen.  Honey loves to play with puff balls batting them around, lasers, lounging in her "cat house", or playing in her cat tree.  She is altered, up-to-date on all vaccines and litter trained.  Help us find sweet Honey her furever home - apply today! The suggested adoption donation for Honey is $75, which includes a lifetime of free relationship-based training for any behavioral problems (not obedience training).  Muddy Paws is a 501c3 non-profit organization meaning that part of your donation MAY be TAX DEDUCTIBLE. We are a 100% volunteer rescue committed to giving animals a second chance at life. All donations go toward that mission. Adoption fees are the primary source of funding for the cost of veterinary care for our animals. In 2022 alone, we provided animal Healthcare totaling over $399,000 covered mainly through adoption fees. Information about the adoption process: All adoptions require a completed ADOPTION APPLICATION. Once your application has completed our prescreen steps, we will put you in touch with the animal’s foster to see if you and the pet are a good match. If so, we will arrange a meeting for you and the animal. The adoptions for all of our animals will take place in the Omaha, NE area and must be done by the adoptive family in person. We do not ship or deliver. Please Note: We are a RESCUE, which is different from a shelter. We conduct veterinary and personal reference checks, and a Home Visit (Virtual in some cases) during the application approval process. We always select the right applicant for each animal, based on the animal’s needs. If you and the animal are not a good match, we will help you select another animal, or we will keep your approved application on file for 6 months. To learn about Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue or donate to our animals, please visit our website at MuddyPawsSecondChanceRescue.com or our Facebook Page Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue Inc. ##2239621##
We'll also keep you updated on Alphabet Litter: Cosmo's adoption status with email updates.
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Alphabet Litter: Cosmo

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr 7 mos
Council Bluffs, IA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Welcome to rescue, Alphabet Litter!  This is Cosmo, a young kitten born appx April 2024.  He is adjusting to his new surroundings and hanging out with his siblings.  He is working on learning to trust humans, socialization and litter box training!  We'll share updates and more information about Cosmo as we learn more about him! The suggested adoption donation for each kitten in the Alphabet Litter is $75 or adopt 2 kittens for $125, which includes a lifetime of free relationship-based training for any behavioral problems (not obedience training).  Muddy Paws is a 501c3 non-profit organization meaning that part of your donation MAY be TAX DEDUCTIBLE. We are a 100% volunteer rescue committed to giving animals a second chance at life. All donations go toward that mission. Adoption fees are the primary source of funding for the cost of veterinary care for our animals. In 2022 alone, we provided animal Healthcare totaling over $399,000 covered mainly through adoption fees. Information about the adoption process: All adoptions require a completed ADOPTION APPLICATION. Once your application has completed our prescreen steps, we will put you in touch with the animal’s foster to see if you and the pet are a good match. If so, we will arrange a meeting for you and the animal. The adoptions for all of our animals will take place in the Omaha, NE area and must be done by the adoptive family in person. We do not ship or deliver. Please Note: We are a RESCUE, which is different from a shelter. We conduct veterinary and personal reference checks, and a Home Visit (Virtual in some cases) during the application approval process. We always select the right applicant for each animal, based on the animal’s needs. If you and the animal are not a good match, we will help you select another animal, or we will keep your approved application on file for 6 months. To learn about Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue or donate to our animals, please visit our website at MuddyPawsSecondChanceRescue.com or our Facebook Page Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue Inc.   If the dog or cat you adopt is older than 6 months of age and not spayed or neutered, you will receive a voucher to alter the pet at Val Verde Animal Hospital in Omaha, at no cost to you.  Or you can alter the pet at your own vet and be reimbursed $100 for dogs, and $50 for cats, of total cost.  If the dog or cat is younger than 6 months of age, adopter will be responsible for the cost of altering the pet at the vet of their choice.  If proof of alter is received by Muddy Paws prior to the pet turning 6 months of age, a reimbursement of $100 for dogs and $50 for cats, will be sent to you to help cover expenses.  All puppies and kittens MUST be spayed or neutered by 6 months of age.  All dogs and cats MUST be spayed or neutered no later than one month after adoption is finalized.  Thank you in advance for your compliance. ##2098282##
We'll also keep you updated on Kitten's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Kitten

Kitten

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 6 mos
Council Bluffs, IA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
-
We'll also keep you updated on Thanksgiving Dinner: Mashed Potatoes - Adoption Pending's adoption status with email updates.
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Thanksgiving Dinner: Mashed Potatoes - Adoption Pending

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 mos
Council Bluffs, IA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Say hello to the Thanksgiving Dinner litter, born 10/8/25.  This is Mashed Potatoes!     The Thanksgiving Dinner Litter will be available 12/3/25 (8 weeks old ). We encourage you to apply now to adopt a kitten (or TWO) so we can begin the adoption process and they can go to their forever homes when old enough. Mashed Potatoes is having one of his legs amputated and will be a tripod. The suggested adoption donation for each kitten in the Thanksgiving Dinner litter is $200 and $25 off second kitten, which includes a lifetime of free relationship-based training for any behavioral problems (not obedience training).  Muddy Paws is a 501c3 non-profit organization meaning that part of your donation MAY be TAX DEDUCTIBLE. We are a 100% volunteer rescue committed to giving animals a second chance at life. All donations go toward that mission. Adoption fees are the primary source of funding for the cost of veterinary care for our animals. In 2022 alone, we provided animal Healthcare totaling over $399,000 covered mainly through adoption fees. Information about the adoption process:  All adoptions require a completed ADOPTION APPLICATION. Once your application has completed our prescreen steps, we will put you in touch with the animal’s foster to see if you and the pet are a good match. If so, we will arrange a meeting for you and the animal. The adoptions for all of our animals will take place in the Omaha, NE area and must be done by the adoptive family in person. We do not ship or deliver. Please Note:  We are a RESCUE, which is different from a shelter. We conduct veterinary and personal reference checks, and a Home Visit (Virtual in some cases) during the application approval process. We always select the right applicant for each animal, based on the animal’s needs. If you and the animal are not a good match, we will help you select another animal, or we will keep your approved application on file for 6 months. To learn about Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue or donate to our animals, please visit our website at MuddyPawsSecondChanceRescue.com or our Facebook Page Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue Inc.   If the dog or cat you adopt is older than 6 months of age and not spayed or neutered, you will receive a voucher to alter the pet at Val Verde Animal Hospital in Omaha, at no cost to you.  Or you can alter the pet at your own vet and be reimbursed $100 for dogs, and $50 for cats, of total cost.  If the dog or cat is younger than 6 months of age, adopter will be responsible for the cost of altering the pet at the vet of their choice.  If proof of alter is received by Muddy Paws prior to the pet turning 6 months of age, a reimbursement of $100 for dogs and $50 for cats, will be sent to you to help cover expenses.  [Muddy Paws can also suggest a vet with a reduced cost for alters.]  All puppies and kittens MUST be spayed or neutered by 6 months of age.  All dogs and cats MUST be spayed or neutered no later than one month after adoption is finalized.  Thank you in advance for your compliance. ##2545708##
We'll also keep you updated on Hollywood Legends: Marilyn's adoption status with email updates.
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Hollywood Legends: Marilyn

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 mo
Council Bluffs, IA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Please welcome to the stage, the Hollywood Legends, born 10/26/25.  This is Marilyn.  The Legends will be available for adoption on 1/1/26 when they are 8 weeks old.  Let's start finding these amazing kittens their new homes!   We encourage you to apply now to adopt a kitten (or TWO) so we can begin the adoption process and they can go to their forever home in January 2026. The suggested adoption donation for each of the Hollywood Legends is $125 or adopt 2 for $225, which includes a lifetime of free relationship-based training for any behavioral problems (not obedience training).  Muddy Paws is a 501c3 non-profit organization meaning that part of your donation MAY be TAX DEDUCTIBLE. We are a 100% volunteer rescue committed to giving animals a second chance at life. All donations go toward that mission. Adoption fees are the primary source of funding for the cost of veterinary care for our animals. In 2022 alone, we provided animal Healthcare totaling over $399,000 covered mainly through adoption fees. Information about the adoption process:  All adoptions require a completed ADOPTION APPLICATION. Once your application has completed our prescreen steps, we will put you in touch with the animal’s foster to see if you and the pet are a good match. If so, we will arrange a meeting for you and the animal. The adoptions for all of our animals will take place in the Omaha, NE area and must be done by the adoptive family in person. We do not ship or deliver. Please Note:  We are a RESCUE, which is different from a shelter. We conduct veterinary and personal reference checks, and a Home Visit (Virtual in some cases) during the application approval process. We always select the right applicant for each animal, based on the animal’s needs. If you and the animal are not a good match, we will help you select another animal, or we will keep your approved application on file for 6 months. To learn about Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue or donate to our animals, please visit our website at MuddyPawsSecondChanceRescue.com or our Facebook Page Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue Inc.   If the dog or cat you adopt is older than 6 months of age and not spayed or neutered, you will receive a voucher to alter the pet at Val Verde Animal Hospital in Omaha, at no cost to you.  Or you can alter the pet at your own vet and be reimbursed $100 for dogs, and $50 for cats, of total cost.  If the dog or cat is younger than 6 months of age, adopter will be responsible for the cost of altering the pet at the vet of their choice.  If proof of alter is received by Muddy Paws prior to the pet turning 6 months of age, a reimbursement of $100 for dogs and $50 for cats, will be sent to you to help cover expenses.  [Muddy Paws can also suggest a vet with a reduced cost for alters.]  All puppies and kittens MUST be spayed or neutered by 6 months of age.  All dogs and cats MUST be spayed or neutered no later than one month after adoption is finalized.  Thank you in advance for your compliance. ##2593447##

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We'll also keep you updated on Yuki (Courtesy Post)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Yuki (Courtesy Post)

American Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs 7 mos
Council Bluffs, IA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Yuki was born May 2023.  He is friendly with other cats, strangers and kids of all ages (including babies).  He's been around dogs and did okay,  He would love to be in a house where he has some space to spend time outdoors. The suggested adoption donation for Yuki is $85, which includes a lifetime of free relationship-based training for any behavioral problems (not obedience training).  Muddy Paws is a 501c3 non-profit organization meaning that part of your donation MAY be TAX DEDUCTIBLE. We are a 100% volunteer rescue committed to giving animals a second chance at life. All donations go toward that mission. Adoption fees are the primary source of funding for the cost of veterinary care for our animals. In 2022 alone, we provided animal Healthcare totaling over $399,000 covered mainly through adoption fees. Please Note:  A Courtesy Post designates that an animal is still in the home of its owner and not in a Muddy Paws foster. This means that our exposure to the animal is limited since we are only assisting the owner in finding a new home for their pet. From time to time, owners find a new furever home for their pets outside of Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue and there is a delay in removing them from our site. We apologize if the Courtesy Post you apply to adopt is unavailable for adoption. Information about the adoption process:  All adoptions require a completed ADOPTION APPLICATION. Once your application has completed our prescreen steps, we will put you in touch with the animal’s foster to see if you and the pet are a good match. If so, we will arrange a meeting for you and the animal. The adoptions for all of our animals will take place in the Omaha, NE area and must be done by the adoptive family in person. We do not ship or deliver. Please Note:  We are a RESCUE, which is different from a shelter. We conduct veterinary and personal reference checks, and a Home Visit (Virtual in some cases) during the application approval process. We always select the right applicant for each animal, based on the animal’s needs. If you and the animal are not a good match, we will help you select another animal, or we will keep your approved application on file for 6 months. To learn about Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue or donate to our animals, please visit our website at MuddyPawsSecondChanceRescue.com or our Facebook Page Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue Inc.   If the dog or cat you adopt is older than 6 months of age and not spayed or neutered, you will receive a voucher to alter the pet at Val Verde Animal Hospital in Omaha, at no cost to you.  Or you can alter the pet at your own vet and be reimbursed $100 for dogs, and $50 for cats, of total cost.  If the dog or cat is younger than 6 months of age, adopter will be responsible for the cost of altering the pet at the vet of their choice.  If proof of alter is received by Muddy Paws prior to the pet turning 6 months of age, a reimbursement of $100 for dogs and $50 for cats, will be sent to you to help cover expenses.  [Muddy Paws can also suggest a vet with a reduced cost for alters.]  All puppies and kittens MUST be spayed or neutered by 6 months of age.  All dogs and cats MUST be spayed or neutered no later than one month after adoption is finalized.  Thank you in advance for your compliance. ##2514176##
We'll also keep you updated on Melly's adoption status with email updates.
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Melly

American Shorthair

Male, 1 yr 3 mos
Council Bluffs, IA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Melly is a young boy, born September 2024.  The perfect home for him would be with no other male cats or dogs, also no young children.  He loves to get attention and loves to play.  Melly gets along with the resident bearded dragon.  Melly is litter trained and enjoys being active.  He is friendly with older kids (age 6+). The suggested adoption donation for Melly is $85, which includes a lifetime of free relationship-based training for any behavioral problems (not obedience training).  Muddy Paws is a 501c3 non-profit organization meaning that part of your donation MAY be TAX DEDUCTIBLE. We are a 100% volunteer rescue committed to giving animals a second chance at life. All donations go toward that mission. Adoption fees are the primary source of funding for the cost of veterinary care for our animals. In 2022 alone, we provided animal Healthcare totaling over $399,000 covered mainly through adoption fees. Information about the adoption process:  All adoptions require a completed ADOPTION APPLICATION. Once your application has completed our prescreen steps, we will put you in touch with the animal’s foster to see if you and the pet are a good match. If so, we will arrange a meeting for you and the animal. The adoptions for all of our animals will take place in the Omaha, NE area and must be done by the adoptive family in person. We do not ship or deliver. Please Note:  We are a RESCUE, which is different from a shelter. We conduct veterinary and personal reference checks, and a Home Visit (Virtual in some cases) during the application approval process. We always select the right applicant for each animal, based on the animal’s needs. If you and the animal are not a good match, we will help you select another animal, or we will keep your approved application on file for 6 months. To learn about Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue or donate to our animals, please visit our website at MuddyPawsSecondChanceRescue.com or our Facebook Page Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue Inc.   If the dog or cat you adopt is older than 6 months of age and not spayed or neutered, you will receive a voucher to alter the pet at Val Verde Animal Hospital in Omaha, at no cost to you.  Or you can alter the pet at your own vet and be reimbursed $100 for dogs, and $50 for cats, of total cost.  If the dog or cat is younger than 6 months of age, adopter will be responsible for the cost of altering the pet at the vet of their choice.  If proof of alter is received by Muddy Paws prior to the pet turning 6 months of age, a reimbursement of $100 for dogs and $50 for cats, will be sent to you to help cover expenses.  [Muddy Paws can also suggest a vet with a reduced cost for alters.]  All puppies and kittens MUST be spayed or neutered by 6 months of age.  All dogs and cats MUST be spayed or neutered no later than one month after adoption is finalized.  Thank you in advance for your compliance. ##2511062##
We'll also keep you updated on Torta aka Nova's adoption status with email updates.
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Torta aka Nova

American Shorthair

Female, 11 mos
Council Bluffs, IA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Torta is a young cat (born appx December 2024).  She's very timid and feels most comfortable in her kennel.  She is starting to warm up to her surroundings in her foster home.  Torta doesn't get upset when her foster mom gets close to her to give her food, so she just needs to be around caring people who will be very patient until she learns what being part of a family is all about.  If you have room in your home and your heart to teach this little one about love, please submit an application now! The suggested adoption donation for Torta is $75 or 2 for $125, which includes a lifetime of free relationship-based training for any behavioral problems (not obedience training). Muddy Paws is a 501c3 non-profit organization meaning that part of your donation MAY be TAX DEDUCTIBLE. We are a 100% volunteer rescue committed to giving animals a second chance at life. All donations go toward that mission. Adoption fees are the primary source of funding for the cost of veterinary care for our animals. In 2022 alone, we provided animal Healthcare totaling over $399,000 covered mainly through adoption fees.   Information about the adoption process: All adoptions require a completed ADOPTION APPLICATION. Once your application has completed our prescreen steps, we will put you in touch with the animal’s foster to see if you and the pet are a good match. If so, we will arrange a meeting for you and the animal. The adoptions for all of our animals will take place in the Omaha, NE area and must be done by the adoptive family in person. We do not ship or deliver. Please Note: We are a RESCUE, which is different from a shelter. We conduct veterinary and personal reference checks, and a Home Visit (Virtual in some cases) during the application approval process. We always select the right applicant for each animal, based on the animal’s needs. If you and the animal are not a good match, we will help you select another animal, or we will keep your approved application on file for 6 months.   ##2443945##

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Midlands Humane Society

1020 Railroad Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

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19287 Conifer Lane, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

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527 Delong Avenue, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

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Council Bluffs, IA 51501

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147 S. 4th St., PO Box 233, Blair, NE 68008

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Harrison County Humane Society

106 N. 5th Ave., P.O. Box 34, Logan, IA 51546

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422 E. 1st St., Fremont, NE 68025

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