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Harmony House for Cats

Cat shelter in Chicago, IL

Harmony House for Cats is a cageless, no-kill shelter dedicated to healing and finding new homes for injured, abused and unwanted cats. Our homelike setting is as welcoming for adopters as it is for the cats themselves.
Since 1970, Harmony House has placed thousands of cats and kittens. Together we are saving lives, one cat or kitten at a time!

Contact
Address
2914 N Elston
Chicago, IL 60618
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Meet their adoptable pets

2914 N Elston

Chicago, IL 60618

See every new pet that comes to this shelter!

Create an alert, and we'll notify you every time a new pet comes in who meets your criteria.

Adoptable pets at Harmony House for Cats

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 yrs 8 mos
Chicago, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Trick or Treat's adoption status with email updates.
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Trick or Treat

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 6 mos
Chicago, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Professor Farnsworth's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Professor Farnsworth

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 5 yrs 11 mos
Chicago, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Maila Nurmi's adoption status with email updates.
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Maila Nurmi

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Chicago, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Butterbean's adoption status with email updates.
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Butterbean

Domestic Longhair

Male, 3 yrs 2 mos
Chicago, IL

Shelter FAQs

Chicagoland area

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Approve Application
  • 3. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

Additional adoption info

Adoption appointments are scheduled on Tuesday - Sunday afternoons by appointment after an online adoption application has been reviewed.

All members of the household must be present at the adoption appointment.

All Harmony House adopters must be 21 years or older, be able to spend the time and resources necessary to provide veterinary treatment and proper care for your cat, live in a house, condo, or apartment where cats are welcome, and have telephone or cellphone service.

The adopter must present
1) A government-issued photo ID such as a driver's license, state photo ID, or passport to verify your age
2) A copy of a current bill or statement to verify your current address. This can be a utility bill, credit card statement, or bank statement. If you pay your bills online, you may print a copy at home to show the adoption counselor or display the bill on your Smartphone.

$100 adoption fee includes neuter/spay surgery, vaccinations, AVID microchip, worming and flea treatments, and Feline Leukemia/FIV testing for kittens and cats up to 7 years old. The adoption fee is $50 for cats 7 years or older.

Adoption application

https://petstablished.com/adoption_form/24470/generic

Pets at shelters & rescues near Harmony House for Cats

Whiskers & Tails Rescue Foundation

PO Box 221014,
Chicago, IL 60622

Felines and Canines - Chicago Chapter

1962 W Peterson Ave., (Corner Of Peterson & Damen),
Chicago, IL 60660

Paws and Purrs Humane Society

PO Box 541,
Montgomery, IL 60538

We'll also keep you updated on Magenta's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Magenta

Calico

Female, 2 yrs
Lombard, IL
We'll also keep you updated on MooShu's adoption status with email updates.
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MooShu

Labrador Retriever/American Staffordshire Terrier

Male, Young
Chicago, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Ramen & Miso's adoption status with email updates.
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Ramen & Miso

Budgie

Female
Hillside, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Monnie's adoption status with email updates.
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Monnie

Labrador Retriever/Border Collie

Female, Puppy
Huntley, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Lainey's adoption status with email updates.
Bonded Pair
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Lainey

Dachshund

Female, 3 yrs
Chicago, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Mippy's adoption status with email updates.
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Mippy

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Chicago, IL

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