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Kittens and cats in Illinois

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These adorable cats are available for adoption in Illinois. To learn more about each adoptable cat, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
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Donatello

Domestic Shorthair

Male
Aurora, IL
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Hello, my name is Donatello (dob around 1/24/24)  and I'm searching for my forever home. My life has not been easy.  I am a nervous and shy boy, who will need a patient family that will not give up on me, that will keep their commitment to love me for the rest of my life.  Please don't judge me on what humans have done to my heart, foster momma and daddy keep telling me that it's not my fault and please, don't let that deter you from possibly loving me.  I am a sweet, loyal boy, who loves to feel loved.  I love when foster Momma speaks to me in that funny voice and gently reaches out for me to bump her hand, letting her know I accept her in my environment.  I love when foster Daddy sits with me as i lay in my high cat tree without a worry in the world because I finally feel safe.  Don't get me wrong, I still keep them on their toes by playing with my water and enjoy making a "Donatello splash path" and decorate it with my unique paw art.   Foster Mamma calls me an artist and Foster Daddy calmly cleans it up everyday and tells me "as long as  you are having fun" and yes!  I do have fun.  Even though my foster Daddy is a very nice man, I still am afraid of men and am working through that. I would very much like a quiet home where I can be the only loud one, yes!  Of course, I love to talk to my humans and I make sure to use my loud voice to make sure they can hear me.  I would love a home where I have plenty of places to sun bathe and bird watch, and a couch where I can groom myself peacefully, without having to worry about other fur babies or small humans scaring me into hiding.  I love treats, my favorite ones are delectables.  But what I want the most is a pet parent that will love me no matter what life throws at them.  If you move, I want to move with you, if I'm not feeling my best, please help me feel better and please don't throw me away, I don't think my heart can take that trauma once more. I am neutered, up to date on my vaccinations, and have a microchip.  I also have an amputated tail due to the severe trauma done to it.  My adoption fee is $150.  If you are that pet parent for me, please fill out an application at www.furangelsas.com and my foster parents and I will review your application together.  April 20, 2025, 11:11 pm
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Vivi

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr
Downers Grove, IL
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Johnny

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr
Downers Grove, IL
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Marshall

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 8 mos
Crystal Lake, IL
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Good with kids,
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Hi! My name is Marshall! My foster family affectionately called me "Marshie Boy" or "Marshmallow." I am bonded to my brother, Mango. I am a little more shy than my brother. Once I get to know you, I love to be pet! I am a very sweet boy and get along really well with children. (You can tell me apart from my brother because I am a little bit smaller and a little lighter in color.) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Included in our adoption fee, all of our kitties are vaccinated, FELV / FIV tested, dewormed, microchipped, spayed / neutered, and checked out by a veterinarian.
Bonded Pair
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Mango

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 8 mos
Crystal Lake, IL
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Good with kids,
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Hi! My name is Mango! My foster family lovingly called me "Mango Tango." I am a very sweet and friendly boy. I love to “chat” about my day. I have lots of energy, but I also like to relax and cuddle. I am bonded to my brother, Marshall. We have been together our whole lives. We get along really well with children. (You can tell me apart from my brother because I am a little bit bigger and a little darker in color.) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Included in our adoption fee, all of our kitties are vaccinated, FELV / FIV tested, dewormed, microchipped, spayed / neutered, and checked out by a veterinarian.
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Pepper

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Chicago, IL
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Good with cats, House-trained,
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Pepper is a shy, sweet girl who needs a little time to adjust but becomes affectionate and playful once she’s comfortable. She loves tunnels, catnip toys, and lounging by your side while you work. She’s still learning to build her confidence and tends to thrive in calm homes—especially with another friendly cat to help her feel safe. Once she trusts you, she’ll follow you around, rub up against your legs, and ask for gentle pets. She’s FIV-negative, up to date on vaccines, and looking for someone patient and kind who can give her a forever home where she can blossom.

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Shelters & rescues in Illinois

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for cats in Illinois. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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Fortunate Pooches and Lab Rescue

P. O. Box 1296, Palatine, IL 60074

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Fur Keeps Animal Rescue, Inc.

Barrington Hills, IL 60010

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Aid to Animals of Northern Illinois

Barrington, IL 60010

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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The Buddy Foundation

65 W. Seegers Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60006

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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REACH Rescue

372 Townline Road, Mundelein, IL 60060

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

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Best Chance Animal Rescue - IL Chapter

Vernon Hills, IL 60060

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Adoptable Friends, NFP

26592 North Gilmer, Mundelein, IL 60060

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Wave Animal Rescue

PO Box 176, Wauconda, IL 60084

Pet Types: cats

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Petable Adoptions

P.O. Box 95126, Palatine, IL 60095

Pet Types: cats

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