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

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Round Lake Beach, IL
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Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Hello! I have a nearly 3 year old female spayed cat that I need to relinquish. Her name is Gigi and she's sweet but shy. She got all of her shots, etc. as a kitten. She was rescued from my son's girlfriend's backyard, but he has since moved several states away and has been unable to find an affordable apartment that takes pets. I've been unemployed for 15 months, and cannot afford to keep her anymore.
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Pineapple

American Shorthair

Male, Young
Huntley, IL
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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I AM IN FOSTER CARE! PLEASE FILL OUT OUR ADOPTION APPLICATION, ONCE APPROVED, GIVE US A CALL AND WE CAN SET UP AN APPOINTMENT FOR YOU TO MEET ME! Born: 3/30/2017 Adoption Donation: $50 Pineapple can be a great companion as long as you respect his boundaries. He enjoys being in your company and observing your activities, often in anticipation of a treat. He is highly motivated by food and not very fussy about what he eats. Pineapple enjoys sharing your bed and playing with strings and laser pointers. He finds watching birds and squirrels entertaining. You'll be pleased to know that Pineapple is diligent about using the litter box and only scratches designated scratchers, not your furniture. All in all, he's a low-maintenance cat. All cats are microchippped, neutered, current on all vaccines, and FeLV/FIV tested at the time of adoption. All household members and any dogs from the household need to be present at the time of your appointment. The shelter is currently open by appointment only with an approved application. Please note, all applications are considered general and stay on file for 6 months. Specific animals are NOT put on hold for adoption. When you visit, the adoption counselors will be able to make suggestions based on the type of pet you are looking for and help you find the best fit for your family. Animal House Shelter cannot guarantee the breeds of the adoptable animals. The animals are posted on the website as the breed or breed mix based on their physical characteristics they most resemble. We also cannot guarantee the ages of our adoptable animals. We look forward to seeing you soon! Link to the Adoption Application: https://www.animalhouseshelter.com/adopt/ adoption-application/ Animal House Shelter 13005 Ernesti Road Huntley IL, 60142     847-961-5541 phone 847-961-5537 fax Open: Sunday-Friday from 11 AM to 7 PM,  Saturday 9 AM to 7 PM  Connect With Us: Like Us On Facebook   ! Watch Us On YouTube   ! Follow Us On Twitter   ! Adoption Application: https://www.animalhouseshelter.com/adopt/adoption-application Adopt a Pet: https://www.animalhouseshelter.com/adopt/ Directions to Shelter: https://www.animalhouseshelter.com/visit/ Adoptable Dogs: https://www.animalhouseshelter.com/dogs/ Adoptable Cats: https://www.animalhouseshelter.com/cats  November 6, 2024, 11:58 am
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Reginald Long Sock (Regi)

American Shorthair

Male, Adult
Carpentersville, IL
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Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
My wife and I found Regi outside in the spring of last year. After nearly a year of attempting to get close to him and regular feedings we finally found success in trapping him just before the first snow of the year. After a few days of allowing him to adjust to the inside we brought him to the vet and got him neutered, microchipped, and up to date on all his shots. Regi is a confident boy who loves to play and receive lots of love from humans. I’ve never met a more snuggly and loving cat. As much as we would love to keep Regi and it breaks our heart to give him up. Our 6 other cats have not been adjusting and Regi has trouble picking up on social cues. We believe Regi will find more success in a one cat household where he won’t be misunderstood by other cats.
We'll also keep you updated on Hope's adoption status with email updates.
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Hope

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Lake Zurich, IL
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(when grown) -
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Good with kids, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hope LOVES to snuggle on your lap for hours at a time. So well tempered that she will let you pet her belly! Has never bitten nor scratched. Great for anxiety/stress relief. The sweetest girl with NO bad bone. If you look at her photos, you will notice she has two different colored eyes! Found as a kitten with a condition called atresia ani. She got corrective surgery & was adopted into a home where she lived for five years with 5 other pets until her owner had to go into memory care. She ended up back at the shelter & was scheduled for euthanasia but saved just in time! Prefers being the only pet right now. She is considered “special needs” due to her past surgery and weight gain, but she is living a NORMAL HEALTHY life minus occasional accidents.
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Hazel

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Waukegan, IL
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(when grown) -
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House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hazel is a very energetic cat who also likes to spend time outdoors. Adopted her from the streets and I can no longer take care of her as I’m finding out I’m allergic to her and my landlord won’t let me keep her.
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Yoshi

American Shorthair

Male, Young
Lincolnshire, IL
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Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Yoshi is 2 years old and he's super sweet. He came to us via Chinatown in Chicago. He was part of a group of stray kittens. He has been with us for two years and we thought we were his forever home. He gets along with 5 of our cats, so generally gets along with other cats, but has taken against one after a dispute over food caused by the other. We have had to isolate him as we can't keep an eye on him 24-7. He is so sweet with people and wants attention from us and we want him to be happy with a family where he can be the "top cat." We are sad to do this, but we think he will be happier where he can have his own dedicated human.

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American Shorthair shelters & rescues in McHenry, Illinois

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13.1 miles

Animal House Shelter, Inc

13005 Ernesti Rd, Huntley, IL 60142

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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24.2 miles

Anderson Humane

1000 S. La Fox St., South Elgin, IL 60177

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Rescue

39.5 miles

CatVando TNR Corp

PO Box 851, Maywood, IL 60153

Pet Types: cats

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43.4 miles

Chicago Cat Rescue

PO Box 146338, Chicago, IL 60614

Pet Types: cats

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43.8 miles

Azrael's Place NFP

Lyons, IL 60534

Pet Types: cats, small animals

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