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Harlow

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 7 yrs 7 mos
Elkhorn, WI
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Harlow is a seven year old black and white “tuxedo cat who sadly was returned to the shelter when her owner died. Since losing her family and home she doesn’t trust people and rarely comes for pets or attention. If she is startled or handled too abruptly, she can panic bite which makes most people fearful of her. But truly - is she actually the fearful one? We’ve found out that right now, she likes pets on her forehead only, and we respect her needs. To make matters worse, Harlow isn’t grooming herself, so her coat is dull and matted. Finding a home for a fearful and unattractive cat is very difficult, and she may end up living out the rest of her life at the shelter. But we remain ever hopeful that someone will open up their heart and home to a cat who needs a second chance at life. Could you be that special person she needs?
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Twix Kit

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 yrs 6 mos
Elkhorn, WI
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Chesney-FIV+

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 5 yrs
Elkhorn, WI
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Hi. My name is Chesney. I’m three years old, but I look and play like a little kitten. If you have any toys - I’m all in! I love cheek rubs, wet food, and all my cat friends here at the shelter. The shelter is the first place I felt safe. Before I got here, I lived in a home that was… well, not good. There were a lot, - I mean a lot of cats, and we didn’t get enough positive human interaction, so we never learned to trust. When I first got to LAS I was terrified. If a person even looked at me, I ran away. It was wet food and toys that taught me that people can be kind to me. And slowly I learned to trust some of the people at the shelter. In fact, now they can pet me and I love it. I love them. When I think about getting adopted, I know that I’ll need: 1) another cat in the home, 2) a quieter environment, and 3) people who are experienced with cats like me. Despite making amazing gains with people here, moving to a new place will be traumatic, so my new family will have to know that it will take me a good while to recover. So, that’s me emotionally. Physically, I have something called *FIV (feline immunodeficiency virus). That means I have a reduced immune system. My health issues sometimes scare people away. Being POS-FIV, my adopters will just have to take super great care of me, like having nutritious food and 2X year vet visits. FIV positive cats can live long lives with a bit of extra care. I hope you are the person that will give me a forever home. Please come to LAS and talk to the staff about adopting me. I’ll be in the Teal adoption room waiting for you! *LAS routinely checks for FIV, as it is a common virus found in cats living outdoors. All of the cats in the Teal adoption room have tested positive for FIV. You cannot catch FIV, and you can’t spread it. It is only transmitted by blood from one feline to another. Please come visit our FIV cats, they are some of the friendliest cats we have at the shelter.
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Tycho

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs 9 mos
Elkhorn, WI
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Dionne

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 9 mos
Elkhorn, WI
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Hi. My name is Dionne. I’m a 7 month old kitten. Before I came to the shelter I lived outside, which was very scary, especially as it got colder out. I was found in someone’s yard and they brought me to Lakeland Animal Shelter; A.warm bed, a full belly, ahh it’s amazing! I get along great with other cats, and would like them in my new home - but I’m sensitive and would need to live with kind cats that would never bully me. I’d like my new home to be a bit quieter, with people who know cats very well, and know that I need a very, very slow approach to teach me to trust. So, please only teens/adults in the home. I like pets - especially on my face and head. Just please don’t betray me and try to pick me up - that would be horrible and oh so scary! If you are the right family for me, please come to the Purple adoption room. Oh, I love to play and boxes are the best! Do you have toys and boxes? Ooo, I hope. Hope to see you soon, Love, Dionne
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Hypatia

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs 9 mos
Elkhorn, WI
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Henry

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Whitewater, WI
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Good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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Henry is guestimated to be around 4 years old. He came to us as a stray that was TNR’d. However far too tame and friendly to not give him a fighting chance at a luxurious life inside. Henry has been with us since the end of November. Naturally he was a little bit nervous, and intimidated if nothing else. We have been working endlessly on Henry, to make him feel safe and loved. Once he realized he was, he is now a little shadow when we are around! He loves to play tag, hide in tunnels, and most of all, climb our enrichment wall. Henry would be wonderful in any home and with a furry friend. He is far too active to not have someone to get into trouble with. We are unsure about dogs, however with proper acclimation, time, and patience-anything is possible!
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Comet

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Whitewater, WI
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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“The comet comes like a promise and leaves like a kiss, a picture for our memories regardless of the season.” ~Angela Abraham ✨ Have you met this young star? He definitely leaves an impression on your heart and memories that last furrever. Comet is about 2 years old, a bit shy but once he feels safe and trusts you-no bars hold! 🧶 Comet comes from one of our Pawtners, @fierceanimalrescue 🐾 He LOVES playing with furriends, eating churu treats, and snuggling with his humans. Comet would thrive in a home with children and other kitties. He will definitely leave you feeling smitten. 😻
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Ron

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Whitewater, WI
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Ron is a two year old male, neutered, UTD on shots, flea & tick treatment, dewormer, as well as registered microchip. He is part of the 18 kitty situation we are helping our Pawtner Susie Q’s Rescue. Much like Ron Weasley, our Ron is bit lazy, and (at times) can be hot-headed. However he is loyal, friendly, and funny! Ron loves head pets and wet foods, he is shy at first but will warm up and play hard! Ron is everything you could ask for in a mew bestie (just like Harry) Ron would do better in a quiet home, older children, and definitely needs a playmate. He loves kitties snuggles ALOT!
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Cow

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Whitewater, WI
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Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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𝓦𝓲𝓼𝓬𝓸𝓷𝓼𝓲𝓷𝓼 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐭, 𝑪𝒐𝒘! 🐮 Cow is a gentle kitty, he has really been through a lot and needs someone with patience and understanding. He is just over 4 years old, UTD on his shots, microchipped, neutered and ready for love! 🧡 He would thrive in a quiet home, with a furriend. Whether it’s another cat from the café he is close with or one at home. Cow loves his toys, but chicken and churu treats make his tiny kitty heart happy! You will find him jumping through tunnels and playing tag with his friends. If you’re his type, he will let you give him affection and pets or even get on your shoulders. Cow can be timid and shy at first, but he will need time to adjust and feel safe. Once he is safe and loved, his purrsonality shines! ✨🐾
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Harry

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Whitewater, WI
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Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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Harry may not be a wizard or posses magical powers, however he is magical in his own right when it comes to his bravery and tender heart. He can be a little shy at first but absolutely warms up to his person and puts his whole-being into it. Being 1.5 years old, he is cautious and curious of his surroundings. He loves to play with his catnip banana and get all the head scratches you will give him. He is a big cuddler who loves soft blankets and warm laps to lay on. Did we mention that he will call for your attention? He loves when people watch him run on the cat wheel, and also loves to escape to places up high where he can recharge his social battery. Harry tends to be skittish when there is a lot of commotion or too many people. Harry comes UTD on vaccination, microchipped, and neutered-ready for his furrever home. Could you be his human? Are you Harry’s Ron? His best friend? Stop in today and find out! Harry also has a brother named Ron if you are interested in adopting this magical duo together.
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Linda

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Whitewater, WI
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Not good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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“𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝓫𝓮𝓪𝓾𝓽𝔂 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗵 𝒏𝒐 𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀” - 𝓕𝓻𝓪𝓷𝓬𝓲𝓼 𝓑𝓪𝓬𝓸𝓷 Linda explodes with beauty, inside and out. Once the shy quiet girl, she is out and about handing out head bumps and demanding attention. If Linda’s personality doesn’t win you over, her gorgeous markings and silky coat will. Especially when she sticks her tongue out at you. 😝 Coming in around 4 years old, Linda is spayed, microchipped, UTD on vaccines. She has been with us since last year, preparing for her furrever home. She loves her food, treats, playing tag with the others and lounging with her furriends in the window. Linda would do well in a quiet home, older children, and plenty of space to hide, play and sleep. Think you are Linda’s human? Make a reservation today to find out!

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Lakeland Animal Shelter

PO Box 1000, 3615 State Road 67, Elkhorn, WI 53121

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

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13.5 miles

BaristaCats Cafe & Sanctuary for Wayward Cats

135 W Center Street, Whitewater, WI 53190

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13.8 miles

JRs Pups N Stuff

Burlington, WI 53105

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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16.4 miles

Bichon and Little Buddies Rescue

828 Perkins Dr, Mukwonago, WI 53149

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23.1 miles

Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin

4700 S County Rd G, Janesville, WI 53546

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

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23.1 miles

Familiars Foster Network & Rescue

Janesville, WI 53546

Pet Types: cats, rabbits, small animals

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23.7 miles

Friends of Noah-WI

P.O. Box 308, Janesville, WI 53547

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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25.4 miles

Rescue Outreach, Inc.

Union Grove, WI 53182

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25.5 miles

Helping Paws Animal Shelter

2500 Harding, Woodstock, IL 60098

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Humane Society of Jefferson County

W6127 Kiesling Rd, Jefferson, WI 53549

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

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