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Kittens and cats in Des Moines, Iowa

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These adorable cats are available for adoption in Des Moines, 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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Jabari

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 6 mos
West Des Moines, IA
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This sweet girl was found as a stray. She was brought to Furry Friends Refuge to be spayed, when it was discovered she has a birth defect to her front left leg, but she gets around just great. Her Sternum did not form properly before she was born, so her heart is only protected by her skin. She absolutely LOVES people and wants nothing more than to be pet and loved. If you have a safe quiet place in your life for this sweet girl, please contact us to meet her and her foster mom will answer any questions.

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Marvin

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 7 yrs 3 mos
West Des Moines, IA
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Marvin is a miracle man who survived a fire that engulfed his home. He was thought to not have made it, but here he is! Since the loss of his previous home and coming to Furry Friends in January of this past year Marvin has been looking for a new home to start a new life with a family who will love him for who he is. He is a very shy guy who is asking for a calm house. He does well with other cats and is happy when he finds comfy spots to nap and relax.

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Bebo

Domestic Shorthair Domestic Mediumhair

Male, 4 yrs 2 mos
West Des Moines, IA
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Meet the guy with the most gorgeous eyes you'll ever see, Bebo! This lovely young man is a bit on the shy side, but once he is comfortable with you, he'll prove to be a very sweet little cat. Bebo is a visual learner, and has learned that humans aren't so scary through seeing people interact with other cats. He's a big fan of the backscratcher and brushes. He's also learning that being pet by hand can be pretty cool, too. Bebo lived with dogs before, and wouldn't mind living with other four legged animals. He would also be fine as a solo cat. He isn't a big fan of loud noises, and would prefer a quiet home with people that understand he will need time to adjust. Bebo is looking forward to finding his perfect home with his perfect people, so stop by and meet him today!

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Whiskers

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 7 mos
West Des Moines, IA
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Tom

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 yrs 9 mos
West Des Moines, IA
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Pidge

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 8 mos
West Des Moines, IA
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Introducing Pidge! Pidge came to FFR after testing positive for Felv at another shetler. After some time with little interest, Pidge started to lose weight and became ill. We got her in to be seen by our vet and Pidge was diagnosed with FIP, a strand of the corona virus that only affects cats, causing fluid build up in teh abdomen, fever, difficulty breathing, loss of appetite, etc. Cats diagnosed with FIP often don't survive. Even though we weren't sure what the outcome was Pidge was going to be we decided to do everything we could to fight for the sweet girl, and she fought back just as hard! Pidge was sent to a foster home for over 80 days, recieved daily love and care, and began to show improvement after just a couple of days! The worked with her for months to get Pidge happy and healthy again, and it payed off! Pidge is not netter than ever and has come back to the shelter for a chance to find her forever home. She has done fine with other cats but also wouldn't mind a home all to herself. She loves to cuddle and is a total lap cat.

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Cat shelters and rescues in Des Moines, Iowa

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

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Unbreakabull Bullies Rehabilitation and Rescue

Des Moines, IA 50314

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Iowa Pet Adoptions

Des Moines, IA 50312

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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Small Animal Rescue Team of Iowa

Des Moines, IA 50317

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

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Safe Home Rescue

PO Box 57448, Des Moines, IA 50317

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Animal Lifeline of Iowa, Inc

4521 SE 14th Street, Des Moines, IA 50320

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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City of Des Moines Animal Control and Shelter

1615 SE 14th Street, Des Moines, IA 50320

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Polk County Humane Society (in Missouri) - Iowa Transport

11101 University Ave Ste B, Clive, IA 50325

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Furry Friends Refuge

1211 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50265

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

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4 The Dogs Rescue

West Des Moines, IA 50265

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

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Popular cat breeds

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
Abyssinian American Bobtail American Curl American Shorthair American Wirehair Balinese Bengal Birman Bombay British Shorthair Burmese Calico Chartreux Colorpoint Shorthair Cornish Rex Cymric Devon Rex Domestic Longhair Domestic Mediumhair Domestic Shorthair Egyptian Mau European Burmese Exotic Havana Brown Himalayan Japanese Bobtail Javanese Korat LaPerm Maine Coon Manx Munchkin Nebelung Norwegian Forest Cat Ocicat Oriental Persian Pixiebob Polydactyl/Hemingway RagaMuffin Ragdoll Russian Blue Scottish Fold Selkirk Rex Siamese Siberian Singapura Snowshoe Somali Sphynx Tabby Tonkinese Turkish Angora Turkish Van
Abyssinian American Bobtail American Curl American Shorthair American Wirehair Balinese Bengal Birman Bombay British Shorthair Burmese
Calico Chartreux Colorpoint Shorthair Cornish Rex Cymric Devon Rex Domestic Longhair Domestic Mediumhair Domestic Shorthair
Egyptian Mau European Burmese Exotic Havana Brown Himalayan
Japanese Bobtail Javanese Korat
LaPerm Maine Coon Manx Munchkin
Nebelung Norwegian Forest Cat Ocicat Oriental
Persian Pixiebob Polydactyl/Hemingway RagaMuffin Ragdoll Russian Blue
Scottish Fold Selkirk Rex Siamese Siberian Singapura Snowshoe Somali Sphynx Tabby Tonkinese Turkish Angora Turkish Van