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These adorable cats are available for adoption in Ames, Iowa. 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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ARETHA

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
Ames, IA
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
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My name is Aretha and I am a brown tabby & white domestic shorthair. I am a spayed female and I am 1 year and 1 month old. I am here because I was given up by my owner on 03/03/2025 due to the fact my owner was not able to afford to take care of me. I am a good kitty who uses the litterbox! I am a medium energy cat. I can be good with men and women, and staff are still learning how I do with children. I can be good with other cats and I can be good with dogs.All cats are tested for Feline Leukemia and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus, and cats over 6 months of age are tested for heartworms. They are also tested for intestinal parasites and receive routine dewormings. Cats are vaccinated against distemper and rabies, receive a flea preventative, are spayed/neutered before adoption, and have a microchip. Adoption fees include the initial automated registration of the microchip at the time of adoption.

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MARI

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 yrs 3 mos
Ames, IA
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***Mari had bladder stones when she arrived. Luckily, they resolved with only a diet change without surgery. Mari will need to be on Royal Canin Urinary wet and dry food for the remainder of her life to help prevent the recurrence of bladder stones.***My name is Mari and I am a tortie & white domestic shorthair. I am a spayed female and I am 3 years old. I am at the shelter because I was found as a stray on 01/17/2025. I am a good kitty who uses the litterbox! I am a medium energy cat and I can live with an owner with no prior pet owning experience. I do not have a history of trying to escape the home, but the shelter staff always recommends owners be mindful that I do not accidentally sneak out on their way out the door. I can be good with men, women, and children. I can be good with other cats, and I can be good with dogs.All cats are tested for Feline Leukemia and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus, and cats over 6 months of age are tested for heartworms. They are also tested for intestinal parasites and receive routine dewormings. Cats are vaccinated against distemper and rabies, receive a flea preventative, are spayed/neutered before adoption, and have a microchip. Adoption fees include the initial automated registration of the microchip at the time of adoption.

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LADY

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 9 mos
Ames, IA
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LETHE

Domestic Longhair

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo
Ames, IA
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
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My name is Lethe and I am a dilute tortoiseshell domestic longhair. I am a spayed female and I am 2 years and 1 month old. I am at the shelter because I was found as a stray on 02/28/2025. I am a good kitty who uses the litterbox! I am a low energy cat and I will need an owner with some prior pet owning experience. I can be good with women and men. I do not do well with children. I cannot live with dogs and I cannot live with other cats.All cats are tested for Feline Leukemia and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus, and cats over 6 months of age are tested for heartworms. They are also tested for intestinal parasites and receive routine dewormings. Cats are vaccinated against distemper and rabies, receive a flea preventative, are spayed/neutered before adoption, and have a microchip. Adoption fees include the initial automated registration of the microchip at the time of adoption.

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SHADOW

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, 2 yrs 6 mos
Ames, IA
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
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My name is Shadow and I am a white & gray domestic mediumhair. I am a neutered male and I am 2 years and 7 months old. I am here because I was given up by my owner on 03/27/2025 due to the fact my owner`s landlord would not allow me to live there. They were my family for 1 year. I am a good kitty who uses the litterbox! I am a medium energy cat and I can live with an owner with no prior pet owning experience. I do not have a history of trying to escape the home, but the shelter staff always recommends owners be mindful that I do not accidentally sneak out on their way out the door. I can be good with men, women, and children. I can be good with other cats and I can be good with dogs.All cats are tested for Feline Leukemia and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus, and cats over 6 months of age are tested for heartworms. They are also tested for intestinal parasites and receive routine dewormings. Cats are vaccinated against distemper and rabies, receive a flea preventative, are spayed/neutered before adoption, and have a microchip. Adoption fees include the initial automated registration of the microchip at the time of adoption.

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VAPOR

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
Ames, IA
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
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My name is Vapor and I am a gray tabby domestic mediumhair. I am an intact female (I will be spayed before I am adopted) and I am 1 year old. I am a good kitty who uses the litterbox! I am a medium energy cat, and I can live with an owner with no prior pet owning experience. I do not have a history of trying to escape the home, but the shelter staff always recommends owners be mindful that I do not accidentally sneak out on their way out the door. I can be good with men, women, and children. I would prefer a home with no other cats, and I would prefer a home with no dogs.All cats are tested for Feline Leukemia and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus, and cats over 6 months of age are tested for heartworms. They are also tested for intestinal parasites and receive routine dewormings. Cats are vaccinated against distemper and rabies, receive a flea preventative, are spayed/neutered before adoption, and have a microchip. Adoption fees include the initial automated registration of the microchip at the time of adoption.

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Cat shelters and rescues in Ames, Iowa

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

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Ames Animal Shelter

325 Billy Sunday Road, Ames, IA 50010

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

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Story County Animal Control & Shelter

975 West Lincoln Highway, Nevada, IA 50201

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

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Kitty Cat Rehab

Boone, IA 50036

Pet Types: cats

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Boone Area Humane Society

228 W 16TH, Boone, IA 50036

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

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Animal Relief Coalition of Iowa

PO Box 38, Boone, IA 50036

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

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South Hamilton Animal Alliance and Jewell Animal Hospital

548 Main Street, PO Box 354, Jewell, IA 50130

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Kitty City Rescue & Rehab

445 Parker Street, PO Box 53, Stanhope, IA 50246

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Animal Rescue League of Iowa Inc.

5452 NE 22nd St, Des Moines, IA 50313

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

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Humane Society of Perry

Perry, IA 50220

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Unbreakabull Bullies Rehabilitation and Rescue

Des Moines, IA 50314

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Domestic Shorthair Domestic Mediumhair Domestic Longhair Maine Coon Siamese Calico American Shorthair Russian Blue Snowshoe Manx Bengal Polydactyl/Hemingway Himalayan Norwegian Forest Cat Ragdoll Persian Oriental Abyssinian Birman Korat
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Japanese Bobtail Javanese Korat
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Persian Pixiebob Polydactyl/Hemingway RagaMuffin Ragdoll Russian Blue
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