Persian kittens & cats in Des Moines, Iowa

HOW TO ADOPT: This cat is available for adoption by appointment. To schedule a time to meet this cat, please contact Mary at mmccarroll@arl-iowa.org or Cindy at cgerke@arl-iowa.org.---- This cat came from a situation where she did not get the socialization and handling that cats typically get from a young age. Because of this, she may be fearful in new environments and around new people, may need weeks if not months of acclimation time to feel safe in a home, and may never enjoy being picked up or held - Looking for a patient family who will give her extra time to adjust and understand that she may hide at first; that she will need patience when introducing grooming, carriers and veterinary visits; and that a relationship with her will likely be built on trust and routine, rather than physical affection- Has lived with other cats her entire life and may benefit from having a calm, confident feline companion to help her feel more secure and show her the ropes in a home environment- Will do best in a quiet, mature, predictable home with a cat-savvy adopter who understands undersocialized or fearful cats; while progress may be slow, it will be so rewarding to watch this cat open up, build trust with her people and ultimately thrive All adoptable cats and kittens are spayed/neutered, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations (rabies and FVRCP as appropriate for their age) Primary Color: Grey Secondary Color: White Weight: 4.7 Age: 5yrs 0mths 0wks

HOW TO ADOPT: This cat is available for adoption by appointment. To schedule a time to meet this cat, please contact Mary at mmccarroll@arl-iowa.org or Cindy at cgerke@arl-iowa.org.---- This cat came from a situation where she did not get the socialization and handling that cats typically get from a young age. Because of this, she may be fearful in new environments and around new people, may need weeks if not months of acclimation time to feel safe in a home, and may never enjoy being picked up or held - Looking for a patient family who will give her extra time to adjust and understand that she may hide at first; that she will need patience when introducing grooming, carriers and veterinary visits; and that a relationship with her will likely be built on trust and routine, rather than physical affection- Has lived with other cats her entire life and may benefit from having a calm, confident feline companion to help her feel more secure and show her the ropes in a home environment- Will do best in a quiet, mature, predictable home with a cat-savvy adopter who understands undersocialized or fearful cats; while progress may be slow, it will be so rewarding to watch this cat open up, build trust with her people and ultimately thrive All adoptable cats and kittens are spayed/neutered, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations (rabies and FVRCP as appropriate for their age) Primary Color: Grey Secondary Color: White Weight: 4.6 Age: 4yrs 0mths 0wks

HOW TO ADOPT: This cat is available for adoption by appointment. To schedule a time to meet this cat, please contact Mary at mmccarroll@arl-iowa.org or Cindy at cgerke@arl-iowa.org.---- This cat came from a situation where she did not get the socialization and handling that cats typically get from a young age. Because of this, she may be fearful in new environments and around new people, may need weeks if not months of acclimation time to feel safe in a home, and may never enjoy being picked up or held - Looking for a patient family who will give her extra time to adjust and understand that she may hide at first; that she will need patience when introducing grooming, carriers and veterinary visits; and that a relationship with her will likely be built on trust and routine, rather than physical affection- Has lived with other cats her entire life and may benefit from having a calm, confident feline companion to help her feel more secure and show her the ropes in a home environment- Will do best in a quiet, mature, predictable home with a cat-savvy adopter who understands undersocialized or fearful cats; while progress may be slow, it will be so rewarding to watch this cat open up, build trust with her people and ultimately thrive All adoptable cats and kittens are spayed/neutered, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations (rabies and FVRCP as appropriate for their age) Primary Color: Grey Secondary Color: White Weight: 4.7 Age: 5yrs 0mths 0wks

HOW TO ADOPT: This cat is available for adoption by appointment. To schedule a time to meet this cat, please contact Mary at mmccarroll@arl-iowa.org or Cindy at cgerke@arl-iowa.org.---- This cat came from a situation where she did not get the socialization and handling that cats typically get from a young age. Because of this, she may be fearful in new environments and around new people, may need weeks if not months of acclimation time to feel safe in a home, and may never enjoy being picked up or held - Looking for a patient family who will give her extra time to adjust and understand that she may hide at first; that she will need patience when introducing grooming, carriers and veterinary visits; and that a relationship with her will likely be built on trust and routine, rather than physical affection- Has lived with other cats her entire life and may benefit from having a calm, confident feline companion to help her feel more secure and show her the ropes in a home environment- Will do best in a quiet, mature, predictable home with a cat-savvy adopter who understands undersocialized or fearful cats; while progress may be slow, it will be so rewarding to watch this cat open up, build trust with her people and ultimately thrive All adoptable cats and kittens are spayed/neutered, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations (rabies and FVRCP as appropriate for their age) Primary Color: Grey Secondary Color: White Weight: 4.6 Age: 4yrs 0mths 0wks

- Sweet and cuddly kitty who enjoys sitting next to you - Likes being petted on her head- Loves to play with cat toys of all kinds- Loves sleeping with you!- Stressed around dogs (happiest with no canines) - Has lived with other cats- Has lived with kidsThis cat has shown signs of overstimulation while in the shelter. Lots of handling, playing with hands, and excessive petting can cause them to overstimulate, which can result in scratching and/or biting. This cat is looking for experienced cat owners who will watch this cat's body language while interacting to note signs of overstimulation (tail waving, fur rippling, dilated pupils, ears turned back and quick body movements) and be willing to respect their boundaries. This cat will also benefit from interactive toys such as wands and ball spinners while playing. We are happy to speak with you more when you visit and can provide post-adoption resources. If you can give this cat mental stimulation, patience and space when they need it, please consider adopting! They would love to be your sidekick and buddy for life!All adoptable cats and kittens are spayed/neutered, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations (rabies and FVRCP as appropriate for their age) Primary Color: Tortoiseshell Weight: 10.91 Age: 1yrs 1mths 1wks

Fluffy and Blackie are Bonded Buddies. They'll be adopted as a pair. - Friendly and shy kitty who enjoys sitting in your lap- Likes being petted all over- When feeling playful likes toy balls and catnip toys- Loves looking out the windowThis cat is part of our Silver Paw Pets program, a foster and adoption program for pets who arrive at the ARL after their owner either passed away or was moved to a care facility where they could not take their pet. If you're interested in adopting this pet, please visit the location it's at or reach out if there is contact info listed above. If you'd like to foster this pet or another Silver Paw Pet, please email Mary at mmccarroll@arl-iowa.org. All adoptable cats and kittens are spayed/neutered, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations (rabies and FVRCP as appropriate for their age) Primary Color: Black Weight: 11.1 Age: 5yrs 2mths 2wks

Brownie arrived at Animal Lifeline with his sister, Bear Paw. He is a shy guy who enjoys a nice quiet environment. Brownie will need an experienced cat owner, as he is FIV+ and has been diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). His heart condition has thrown him into congestive heart failure (CHF). We are searching for a special adopter WHO can give Brownie the hospice care and home he deserves.