Domestic Mediumhair kittens & cats in Belleville, Illinois

Fluffer and his litter-mates were found in our garage. Their mother is a neighborhood stray and she gave birth to them under my husbands workbench. This young male adores attention. Once he gets to know you he will insist on chin and head scritches. They're his absolute favorite. Does not enjoy being held but will tolerate being picked up briefly. He's never clawed my husband or I, or company, and is generally well behaved (No jumping on kitchen counters or tabletops, is fully litter trained). He really needs a lot of attention. Would love if there's at least one other cat. He was raised alongside 10 others.

I was born on March 21, 2016. I am mostly white, with a few dark spots, and I have yellow eyes. I am fairly large, weighing about 14 pounds, but I am not overweight. I love to run through the house and play, frequently trying to get my human parents to chase me. I have lived in two different homes since I was adopted in 2016, but I have never had an accident and adapt quickly to the new environment. My parents were retired when I was adopted and we live somewhat far from friends and family. I am subsequently shy around other people, usually hiding when strangers are present, but watching their every move from one of my hiding places. Since moving to Belleville a couple of years ago, a good friend of our family has started visiting us regularly and I like being around him, usually coming out when I hear his voice so he can pet me. My parents give me Temptations treats at 4:00 p.m. every day. Near that time, I find a place between them and the TV and start staring at them as a reminder.

BOGO 1/2 Off - Buy One, Get One 1/2 Off! Adopt any GPG cat or kitten, and the adoption fee for a second one is half off! Apollo is a sweet and affectionate boy who's ready to light up your life. With his loving personality, he's the perfect companion for cozy days inside. If you're looking for a feline friend to brighten your days, Apollo is ready to be your star! If you are interested in a meet and greet for adoption for Apollo-C, please fill out an application on our website at www.gatewaypets.org/adopt. If you are interested in learning more about Apollo-C or the adoption process at GPG, please email catplacement@gatewaypets.org All of our dogs and cats will be microchipped, spayed or neutered, and up-to-date on vaccinations at the time of adoption. To view other adoptable pets from our shelter please visit www.gatewaypets.org/adopt For more photos of Apollo-C, follow us on Facebook Gateway Pet Guardians and Instagram @gatewaypets ... #gpgApollo-C.

BOGO 1/2 Off - Buy One, Get One 1/2 Off! Adopt any GPG cat or kitten, and the adoption fee for a second one is half off! Introducing Snowball, the sweetest little snow queen you’ll ever meet! This gorgeous girl is as gentle as freshly fallen snow and loves nothing more than cuddles and cozy moments. With her soft fur and even softer heart, Snowball is ready to melt into your arms and be your new best friend! If you are interested in a meet and greet for adoption for Snowball-C, please fill out an application on our website at www.gatewaypets.org/adopt. If you are interested in learning more about Snowball-C or the adoption process at GPG, please email catplacement@gatewaypets.org All of our dogs and cats will be microchipped, spayed or neutered, and up-to-date on vaccinations at the time of adoption. To view other adoptable pets from our shelter please visit www.gatewaypets.org/adopt For more photos of Snowball-C, follow us on Facebook Gateway Pet Guardians and Instagram @gatewaypets ... #gpgSnowball-C.

The adoption fee for kittens under 7 months old is $125. All pets are microchipped, up to date on vaccines, and will be altered prior to adoption. Please stop by the shelter during open hours if you are interested in meeting a kitten. www.helpingstrays.org

Top o the mornin' to ya! Meet Maeve. This Irish lass may just be the most playful kitty you have ever met. The best part of Maeve's day is chasing the string toy with her person. She is also quite content to entertain herself with most any toy followed by a well deserved nap. Prior to coming to Tenth Life, Maeve had very little socialization with people. She is a very sweet and gentle girl, but is extremely timid especially with new people and surroundings. Maeve has gained confidence and made so much progress in her foster home. She now enjoys getting pets and will make a very cute high pitched squeak when she wants them, and has even turned into quite the snuggly lap cat. She likes being picked up, getting kisses, and following her foster mom all around the house. Maeve is not only beautiful but has the most soft and silky fur, and this little lady will fit just perfectly in the crook of your arm while lounging on the couch. It will likely take Maeve some time to adjust to a new family and place, so she would do best in a quiet home with a very patient adopter. Once you gain Maeve's trust, she will be incredibly bonded and love you forever. Playing with Maeve is the absolute best way to get her to come out of her shell. Her silly and fun personality is sure to bring endless joy to an adopter. Maeve is not a fan of the resident cat in her foster home so she would probably do best as the only cat in the household. Maeve has minor GI issues which are managed well with a prescription diet. Maeve would love to finally find her forever home. Because she will likely be timid during a first meeting, we're recommending that potential families meet her for the first time virtually to see her as her most normal self. Apply to meet Maeve today!

Meet Prosciutto! This gorgeous, silky girl is SO special. Her experienced foster parents have never met such a conversational cat with such a large vocabulary (so many different sounds and intonations, all with different meanings). She deserves a person/family that wants to learn her language and appreciates and enjoys her communication style as much as we do. Prosciutto was found on the streets in South City, matted, hungry, and with an untreated ear infection (which is why she has a perma-cauliflower ear that only makes her more adorable). She's now been spayed, vaccinated and vetted, and is ready for her forever home. Prosciutto is a very sensitive and at times anxious soul (not a fan of change or not knowing where her person is). She is a very gentle cat, and has never shown any signs of aggression. She LOVES all women/femmes and will relax, hang out, accept and ask for love, and bond pretty quickly. She has also done well with smaller, quieter men. She was anxious/scared/hiding, but did OK with gentle and quiet children that understood cat body language and consent (plus treats...she loves 'em!). She's intimidated by deep/loud male voices and larger/taller male bodies, and is still jumpy with her amazing cat foster dad, just because he's a bigger, louder guy. She's always more relaxed when it's only the ladies at home. Due to her separation anxiety, we believe she'd do best with constant or near-constant loving companionship, whether in human or animal form. She is not a lap cat, but requires love, pets and snuggles throughout the day, and always wants to be close to her person/people. She is just starting to figure out how to play and is mostly interested in strings and string wand toys at this time. She is a litter box and scratching post champ! It seems she may have been raised around dogs based on some of her behaviors, and she has shown interest in our outdoor feral cat that visits, dogs walking past our house, and kitten and cat videos. I think she might do well with other pets as long as they are relatively calm and gentle. She could potentially be an amazing kitten foster mama! There's so much more to say, but trust us, this girl is one of a kind. If you think Prosciutto could be your perfect forever family member, we'd love for you to meet! www.tenthlifecats.org/adopt

Meet Flo—the feisty, beautiful tabico (tabby-calico) with a heart as big as her appetite! Flo and her littermates were abandoned at just a few weeks old on Tenth Life’s doorstep, and although Flo’s start was a tough one (she needed an emergency vet visit right away), she’s now a healthy, thriving kitten with a personality as big as her dreams. Flo is the tiniest of the bunch, but she more than makes up for it with her energy and endless curiosity. One minute she’s bounding around, wrestling with her siblings, and the next, she’s curled up in a cozy nap. Despite her small size, Flo has a giant appetite and is always the first to dive into an empty kitten food can, ensuring nothing goes to waste! With her stunning markings, big bright eyes, and irresistibly soft fur, Flo is as gorgeous as she is playful. She adores people, especially when it comes to head scratches, and her gentle purring shows just how much she loves affection. While she had a slower start to life, she’s made up for it with leaps and bounds of energy and joy. Flo is very active, and she would love to be adopted with one of her littermates.