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Kittens and cats in Rockford, Illinois

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Adopt a cat in Rockford, Illinois

These adorable cats are available for adoption in Rockford, 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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Ralphi

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo
Rockford, IL
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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1/16/24: Raphi got lose and has been lost for 2 weeks during the freezing cold winter advisory.To apply to adopt a dog from Noah's Ark in Rockford, IL, please visit noahsarkanimals.org.
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Bella

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 7 yrs 7 mos
Rockford, IL
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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old # 2611210/5/24 BP: Jean wants to return her but can't touch her. She has never interacted with her and needs sedatives to even put her in a carrier. She has never been to a vet so she has no way of getting meds. She will call us backTo apply to adopt a dog from Noah's Ark in Rockford, IL, please visit noahsarkanimals.org.
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Fish Sticks

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 6 yrs
Rockford, IL
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Born @ FosterTo apply to adopt a dog from Noah's Ark in Rockford, IL, please visit noahsarkanimals.org.
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Gilbert & Sullivan

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 7 mos
Rockford, IL
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Gilbert & Sullivan were found as small kittens outside. They had a late start at being socialized and are still shy. No small children or dogs.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.
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Merlin

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr 10 mos
Rockford, IL
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Merlin was originally found in a local backyard where he had been living. As a semi-feral cat, he has been slow to warm to people altho he is never aggressive. Merlin is great with other cats and needs an experienced cat-person who will give him the time he needs.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.
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Yahtzee

Domestic Longhair

Female, 11 mos
Rockford, IL
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Yahtzee & Pinochle were found together as stray kittens in a yard.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.

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Cat shelters and rescues in Rockford, Illinois

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

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Mending Hearts Rescue

Rockford, IL 61108

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Katie’s Lane Animal Rescue and Rehab

7681 Old River Road, Rockford, IL 61107

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Noah's Ark Animal Sanctuary, Inc.

111 N First St, Rockford, IL 61107

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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PAWS Humane Society

7282 N Cherryvale Mall Drive, Rockford, IL 61112

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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C.A.R.E. for P.E.T.S.

Rockford, IL 61114

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Chi-Paw Rescue, Inc.

2 Kay Ct, Lake in the hills, IL 61103

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Winnebago County Animal Services

4517 North Main Street, Rockford, IL 61103

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

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Bertell Farms, NFP

Belvidere, IL 61008

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals, horses

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Second Chances Pet Rehab and Sanctuary -Northern IL

Belvidere, IL 61008

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Fresh Start Animal Rescue, Inc. - Belvidere Chapter

1237 Logan Avenue, Belvidere, IL 61008

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

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