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American Shorthair kittens & cats in Chicago, Illinois

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These American Shorthairs are available in Chicago, Illinois.
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Dolly Purrton

American Shorthair

Female, Young
Chicago, IL
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Good with kids, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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We rescued Dolly Purrton from Chicago Animal Control a few months ago. She's a 1-year old brown tabby who is naturally petite (8 lbs) and is adorable. She was with another cat at the shelter that had been adopted by another family already. When we got her, she was in very bad shape. She had eye, ear, and respiratory infections, and we thought she wasn't going to make it for a while, but we nursed her back to full health. She is incredibly sweet with us and our kids. She likes to play for long periods of time with wands and balls, but also loves to snuggle on laps, and will sleep on you or next to you in bed. She loves wet food and meat tubes, but does not seem to like crunchy treats. Unfortunately, she and our current cats do not get along. Although she was with other cats previously, she has shown aggression towards our two. We think she is a great cat, and we are very glad we rescued her, but she does not seem like a good fit for our family. She would be a fantastic fit with a fam
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Juniper

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Chicago, IL
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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Juniper like cuddles, hates little kids and doesn't like other cats that are playful.
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Multiple cats

American Shorthair

Female, Young
Chicago, IL
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Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
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They are 7 months old and they are the kittens of our adult cat. They don't really have names we just have ways to differentiate. They are all potty trained and females and they get along with dogs too. The striped one is Kraj Szata and she is very affectionate and sweet with dogs and other cats. Shes very quiet and independent. She keeps to her self but sometimes shell come up to you for attention. She has two sisters that I'm also trying to find a home for because it's been so long I don't know how much more time I can keep them all. The first black one is Czarnuszka and she is the opposite of the others she's very affectionate and she will come up to you always for pets and scratches. She also will follow you everywhere and she loves to purr! The second black one is Biała- Brzuszka and she is similar to the striped one but she's more affectionate but not as affectionate as Czarnuszka. If possible when choosing Czarnuszka make sure she has a companion as shes very social.
We'll also keep you updated on Amber's adoption status with email updates.
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Amber

American Shorthair

Female, Young
Chicago, IL
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Good with kids, House-trained,
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This is Amber, she is a female cat she is a year and a couple months old. We found her as a stray and she been sticking with us so as of August we’ve been fostering her but we cannot keep her, we have three cats of our own and we don’t have room for her in our house. She is very sweet and is litter box trained. She is also a very smart cat. She loves pets and is very social, she would make great company for a family or anyone who wants a cat.
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Binx

American Shorthair

Male, Adult
Chicago, IL
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Not good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Binx is 4 y/o and is energetic, playful and independent. Some of his favorite hobbies include playing fetch and "hunting" treats hidden around the apartment. His favorite toys to fetch are hair ties and plastic springs, and he has some great parkour-style moves to show you! Some of his cutest routines are that he always welcomes me home with a belly rub request, and enjoys cuddling up next to me when I occasionally take an afternoon nap. Generally, he likes to sit on the couch with you, and not usually on you - but does like to cuddle on his terms! He is healthy and up to date with his required shots. He is currently an indoor cat and the only cat in the household. With his highly curious nature I think he would enjoy being an outdoor cat, but would need an introduction to it. I am happy to provide all his supplies (including an auto-feeder, fountain, modcat covered litterbox, carrier, toys).
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Snoop

American Shorthair

Male, Young
Chicago, IL
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Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained,
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Snoop is an extremely sweet cat that we found as a kitten outside of our apartment abandoned. He was beaten up by a larger animal when we found him and he lost the tip of his ear but he persevered and is healthy and happy now! He loves to be pet and to lay in your lap once he gets used to you. He is a super lover boy!! We assume he’s about 2 years old. We have been able to keep him only because we shared with our landlord that we would try to re-home him. We will not be able to keep him in our current place :( Although he is shy at first he will acclimate easily. He has been around other cats but I bet he wouldn’t mind being the only pet in his new house. He might even prefer it so he gets all the attention! We are not sure how he is with dogs. I’m heartbroken we have to give him up but I’m hopeful we can find him a great new family so he can live his best life.

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These American Shorthairs are available for adoption close to Chicago, Illinois.
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Koi

American Shorthair

Male, Young
Lyons, IL
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Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
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October 12, 2024, 12:16 am
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Precious

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Maywood, IL
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House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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Precious is a sweet, black cat about 12 years old. She is very friendly and follows you around hoping for kisses, pets, and headbutts. Being that she is the sweetest girl in the world, it’s impossible not to oblige!     Making her even cuter, Precious is missing teeth, so her tongue sticks out. It doesn’t affect her appetite or love for life. Her ear tips are a little curled over as a reminder of the hard outdoor life she once had. Now, she loves her inside life and all the attention she gets. You won’t regret having her in your life!    All cats/kittens are:   -spayed or neutered   -up to date on vaccines   -flea and parasite free    -micro-chipped  Kittens can be adopted by filling out an application at: www.catvando.org/adoption.  Please send an inquiry with any questions! November 4, 2024, 11:33 am
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Katie

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Maywood, IL
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Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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Meet Katie, a warn and loving, black cat who will greet you first thing when you get home.  She is someone to tell you all about her day and all that you missed. She’ll be ready to jump into your lap and settle in for the night. She’s the perfect, remote "co-worker!” If you've said wanted any of these in your pet, it’s time to adopt Katie.   Katie is about 5 years old, rescued from a tree in Hillside. Although one can't be sure what got her up in the tree, we are indebted to the firefighter that scaled the tree to bring her to safety!  We are sure Katie chatted the whole way down from the top branches with her rescuer.  Katie is dog-friendly and would delight older kids with her playful antics. She is cat-selective in that she co-exists with cats, but she will tell you that  she most prefers people.  Katie will reward her family with unlimited happiness and lots of head-butts. Her black coat means she will go with all of your house decor!  And you'll never have an empty lap again.  Apply now to meet her and bring her home to your family.    All cats/kittens are:   -spayed or neutered   -up to date on vaccines   -flea and parasite free    -micro-chipped  Kittens can be adopted by filling out an application at: www.catvando.org/adoption.  Please send an inquiry with any questions! November 4, 2024, 11:33 am
We'll also keep you updated on Bella's adoption status with email updates.
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Bella

American Shorthair

Female, Young
Maywood, IL
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Good with cats, House-trained,
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Bella was given to me along with her brother when they were around a month old. they are around 6 months now. She is very timid with people but prefers to play with other cats.
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Mittens

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Justice, IL
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
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Mittens is a cat that likes to roll and walk around.
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Sabrina

American Shorthair

Female, Senior
Burr Ridge, IL
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Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Sabrina is the sweetest most cuddly baby angel you will ever meet. She is 13 years old and very affectionate. She has had an issue with peeing on things for a long time but now that I’ve moved away to college and can’t take her with I don’t think my dad takes care of the issue properly. I think she needs to be rehomed to someone who is loving and will accept her and understands that she has an issue with peeing and is okay with that and is willing to work with her. She is old so if you want to adopt her you need to be 100 PERCENT CERTAIN you will be committed to taking care of her and loving her for the rest of her life. I would possibly be willing to wave the adoption fee after we talk but it’s there because I need to make sure you are in a financially responsible position to take her. She is an amazing baby angel and deserves for someone to love her and work with her and understand and accept her. She is very anxious at times but I believe that in a new environment that can change.

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We'll also keep you updated on Bell's adoption status with email updates.
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Bell

Bombay

Female, Young
Chicago, IL
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Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
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Just a poor little lady who was left all alone on a rainy night. Bell is a sweet sweet thing who loves affection and is filled with so much energy. As soft as a cloud she loves head scratches. She I knows how to use a litter box fine but isn’t afraid of peeing anywhere else she feels like (my girlfriend’s MacBook.) She gets along well with my male cat they play fine and groom each other but she scares off and hisses and my other female cat. They have never been any major altercations and she has never displayed aggressive behavior towards anything else really. She just need a loving and happy home where she can really thrive and live a long life which she deserves.
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Byby

Bombay

Female, Young
Chicago, IL
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Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Nana

Bombay

Female, Young
Chicago, IL
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Good with kids, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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American Shorthair shelters & rescues in Chicago, Illinois

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for American Shorthair kittens in Chicago, Illinois. Browse these American Shorthair rescues and shelters below.

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Chicago Cat Rescue

PO Box 146338, Chicago, IL 60614

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11.2 miles

Azrael's Place NFP

Lyons, IL 60534

Pet Types: cats, small animals

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11.4 miles

CatVando TNR Corp

PO Box 851, Maywood, IL 60153

Pet Types: cats

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19.8 miles

Cat Guardians, Inc

932 E. St. Charles Road, Lombard, IL 60148

Pet Types: cats

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23.3 miles

Heartland Animal Shelter

586 Palwaukee Drive, Wheeling, IL 60090

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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23.3 miles

Forever Fortunate Felines

PO Box 1296, Palatine, IL 60078

Pet Types: cats

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23.6 miles

P.A.W.S. (Peoples Animal Welfare Society) of Tinley Park

8301 West 191st Street, Tinley Park, IL 60487

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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35.1 miles

Anderson Humane

1000 S. La Fox St., South Elgin, IL 60177

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

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36.3 miles

Aurora Animal Care and Control

600 S River Street, Aurora, IL 60507

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

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36.3 miles

Promise Rescue

Manhattan, IL 60442

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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