Domestic Longhair kittens & cats in Rockford, Illinois

Abe & Angie are 1 yr old cats who was part of a 22 cat backyard colony. They came to PAWS not fully trusting people and have come so far! Both are playful and deserve a loving and safe indoor home together.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.

Sammy originally came in as a neutered stray and was adopted. Unfortunately, his story was not a happy one as the owner lied to us after applying for another cat, saying that Sammy was euthanized due to the vet's recommendation. The truth was, Sammy was found in a barn dying of starvation and fleas. He was rescued & rehabilitated over a period of months and is again healthy and looking for an appropriate home. Sammy does have a chicken allergy so will need a diet with no chicken by-products or chicken meal. Other than that, he is a beautiful boy deserving of a loving home.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.

Brinley came to us as a heavily pregnant stray cat. She had 4 beautiful kittens which she cared for and was an exceptional mom cat! Now it is time for Brinley to have a safe, loving indoor only home.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.

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.

Name: TrinityBreed: DMHDOB: 6/9/2024Good with kids: YESGood with dogs: YESGood with cats: YESFoster location: Pingree Grove, IL Adoption fee: $200 a kitten or $350 for a pair of kittens  Fun Bio: This long haired beauty is a princess!  She plays and runs all over with her foster siblings.  She loves toys that roll around and will chase them all over! This sweet girl is already beautiful but will be even more beautiful when her fur grows in. She is spayed, fully vetted, microchipped and ready to go! Apply for her today! If interested in a pet from us please fill out the adoption application that is located on our website.  We process applications in the order in which they are received.  We will likely not respond to interest emails regarding puppies and/or kittens, we get so many "interest" emails that we simply do not have the time to respond to each one.  We always recommend playtime, positive reinforcement training and a regular schedule for feeding times when bringing a new cat/kitten into your home. Adjustment takes time for both you and your new family member, so remember to be patient and enjoy this new and exciting time!Included in the adoption fee are age appropriate vaccinations, FeLV/FIV testing, deworming, spay or neuter surgery, and microchip. Anti-Declawing Policy:All cats and kittens will have a no declaw policy in their adoption contract with us!  Declawing is a series of bone amputations.  Declawing is more accurately described by the term de-knuckling and is not merely the removal of the claws, as the term “declawing” implies.  In humans, fingernails grow from the skin, but in animals that hunt prey, the claws grow from the bone; therefore, the last bone is amputates so the claw cannot re-grow.  Declawing is one of the most painful, routinely performed procedures in all of veterinary medicine.  Each toe of the cat is amputated at the first joint.  Declawing a cat is equivalent in a person to amputating the entire first knuckle of every finger.  Declawing is done strictly for the benefit of the owner.  There are NO benefits to the cat and NO good reasons to declaw. Declawing can lead to behavior changes.  A declawed cat has no way to defend itself and may resort to biting more often.  Due to pain, they may stop using the litterbox.  There are humane alternatives to declawing.  Cats can be trained to use scratching posts.  They should have their nails trimmed regularly.  There is double sided sticky tape that can be put on furniture to deter a cat from scratching there.  There are also nail caps called Soft Paws that are glued onto a cat's naile cat’s nails without harm. ##2106997##

Name: ArsenBreed: DLHDOB: 6/21/2024Good with kids: YESGood with dogs: YESGood with cats: YESFoster location: Pingree Grove, IL Adoption fee: $200 a kitten or $350 for a pair of kittens  Fun Bio: The moment you step into the room, Arsen's loud, joyful purr greets you like a warm hug that never ends. This charming little guy has a heart of gold, eager to share his endless love and affection with a forever family. Rescued alongside his sister, Anna, by a kind-hearted Good Samaritan, Arsen has left his old life behind and is ready to fill your home with happiness. He adores curling up on a sunny window perch with Anna, watching the world go by with curious eyes. His playful spirit shines when he's chasing his favorite wand toy or pouncing on toy mice—moments that are sure to bring laughter to your days. Arsen isn't just a pet; he's a companion who will brighten your life with his loving nature and playful antics. If you're searching for a fluffy friend to add joy and giggles to your everyday routine, Arsen is the perfect choice. Come meet him and let your heart be stolen! If interested in a pet from us please fill out the adoption application that is located on our website.  We process applications in the order in which they are received.  We will likely not respond to interest emails regarding puppies and/or kittens, we get so many "interest" emails that we simply do not have the time to respond to each one.  We always recommend playtime, positive reinforcement training and a regular schedule for feeding times when bringing a new cat/kitten into your home. Adjustment takes time for both you and your new family member, so remember to be patient and enjoy this new and exciting time!Included in the adoption fee are age appropriate vaccinations, FeLV/FIV testing, deworming, spay or neuter surgery, and microchip. Anti-Declawing Policy:All cats and kittens will have a no declaw policy in their adoption contract with us!  Declawing is a series of bone amputations.  Declawing is more accurately described by the term de-knuckling and is not merely the removal of the claws, as the term “declawing” implies.  In humans, fingernails grow from the skin, but in animals that hunt prey, the claws grow from the bone; therefore, the last bone is amputates so the claw cannot re-grow.  Declawing is one of the most painful, routinely performed procedures in all of veterinary medicine.  Each toe of the cat is amputated at the first joint.  Declawing a cat is equivalent in a person to amputating the entire first knuckle of every finger.  Declawing is done strictly for the benefit of the owner.  There are NO benefits to the cat and NO good reasons to declaw. Declawing can lead to behavior changes.  A declawed cat has no way to defend itself and may resort to biting more often.  Due to pain, they may stop using the litterbox.  There are humane alternatives to declawing.  Cats can be trained to use scratching posts.  They should have their nails trimmed regularly.  There is double sided sticky tape that can be put on furniture to deter a cat from scratching there.  There are also nail caps called Soft Paws that are glued onto a cat's naile cat’s nails without harm. ##2203503##

This kitty is part of a hoarding situation that we have been helping with. This picture may not be the exact cat associated with this name. They all look very similar, either long haired or short haired brown tabbies with or without white. There were 60+ kitties living in a small apartment, so now being in a shelter is extremely stressful for them. Some of them are more handleable than others, but they are coming around. Some that are being housed in a home type setting are coming around faster and are very friendly, so we think they will be fine house cats. If you are interested in one of these kitties, we ask that you just take them home, and let them adjust on their own terms. They are too scared to be placed in our viewing room for people to visit with them like usual. We ask that you give them at least 3 months before deciding if they will work out. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask.

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