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Adoptable Cats
Last Updated: January 22, 2021 5:56 a.m. |
About our Adoptions ...
To adopt an animal, you must live within 100 miles of one of our adoption sites (Benld, Litchfield, O'Fallon or Springfield IL) and must be at least 18 years of age. We require that you be physically present to make the final adoption arrangements. We also require that all cats be kept indoors, and all dogs be kept in a fenced-in yard, secure pen, or indoors. Failure to comply with any of these requirements may constitute grounds for our taking back the adopted animal.
All pets have been spayed/neutered, are up to date with shots/vaccinations, have been micro-chipped, and are in good health to the best of our knowledge. If you have any questions about the animals, want to know more about the shelter, or have any other questions, please call or e-mail us as above.
If you are interested in adopting any of these animals, you may begin the process by downloading the adoption form below, and submitting it to: Benld Adopt-A-Pet, PO Box 53, Benld IL 62009-0053, or by visiting us at 807 Stewart Rd in Benld IL, or by attending one of our mobile adoptions in O'Fallon or Springfield IL.
We strive to keep our listings of animals available for adoption as up to date as possible however, due to the constant turnover at the shelter, this page may not be completely current at all times. Therefore, if you are looking for a specific animal, please contact the shelter as above to find out what is available.
We have cats arriving at our shelter all the time so, if you do not see what you are looking for on this page, please call us at 217.835.2538, or e-mail us at aap1@frontiernet.net , and tell us what you are looking for. Also, we frequently have kittens too young to be listed on our website, which will however be available once they are spayed/neutered and have their shots. Just make the call and we'll get started on finding you the cat you want.
To adopt an animal, you must live within 100 miles of one of our adoption sites (Benld, Litchfield, O'Fallon or Springfield IL) and must be at least 18 years of age. We require that you be physically present to make the final adoption arrangements. We also require that all cats be kept indoors, and all dogs be kept in a fenced-in yard, secure pen, or indoors. Failure to comply with any of these requirements may constitute grounds for our taking back the adopted animal.
All pets have been spayed/neutered, are up to date with shots/vaccinations, have been micro-chipped, and are in good health to the best of our knowledge. If you have any questions about the animals, want to know more about the shelter, or have any other questions, please call or e-mail us as above.
If you are interested in adopting any of these animals, you may begin the process by downloading the adoption form below, and submitting it to: Benld Adopt-A-Pet, PO Box 53, Benld IL 62009-0053, or by visiting us at 807 Stewart Rd in Benld IL, or by attending one of our mobile adoptions in O'Fallon or Springfield IL.
We strive to keep our listings of animals available for adoption as up to date as possible however, due to the constant turnover at the shelter, this page may not be completely current at all times. Therefore, if you are looking for a specific animal, please contact the shelter as above to find out what is available.
We have cats arriving at our shelter all the time so, if you do not see what you are looking for on this page, please call us at 217.835.2538, or e-mail us at aap1@frontiernet.net , and tell us what you are looking for. Also, we frequently have kittens too young to be listed on our website, which will however be available once they are spayed/neutered and have their shots. Just make the call and we'll get started on finding you the cat you want.
NOTICE!
As of 01/22/2020, Our Cat Condo's at Petco
in Springfield are open again.
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Alex 
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Code: 1756C
Admitted: 12/22/2020
Approximate Date of Birth: 12/24/2014 Sex: Female Breed: Domestic Short Hair Color: Tabby Markings: Brown Tabby Size: Large Microchip: 603-322-056 FIV/L: Negative Housetrained? Yes Good With Dogs? Unknown Good With Cats? Yes Good With Children? Unknow Posted: 01/11/2021 |
Comments: Relinquished by her owner. Alex was loved and cared for until her owner, like many others last year lost their job due to the pandemic. Alex and her friend Mikey are now looking for another home, together or separately. She may not be a young kitten but she is still very playful, has many more years ahead of her, and a lot of love to give to a very lucky person. If you are looking for a mature and laid back cat to share your days and home with, make certain you don't pass her by. Give her a chance and you won't regret it. She has been spayed, vaccinated including rabies, wormed, tested for Feline Lvk/Fiv, and micro-chipped.
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Aquarius 
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Code: 1694C-1
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Approximate Date of Birth: 01/19/2017 Sex: Male Size: Medium Color: Black & White Note: FIV/L positive House-trained: Unknown Good with Dogs: Unknown Good with Cats: Unknown Good with Children: Unknown Posted: 03/29/2020 |
Comments: Relinquished by his owner, Aquarius wasn't getting a lot of one on one attention, as he shared his former home with a number of other cats, due to his folks not spaying or neutering them as they arrived. As a result of not having received much attention, Aquarius tends to be somewhat timid when he first meets someone for the first couple of times. But, if you are patient and understanding, and shower him with lots of love and attention, he will soon become your loyal companion. He is FIV positive, but that doesn't mean that he can't be adopted, he just needs to be the only cat in the home or in a home with only other FIV positive cats, and must never be allowed outdoors.
"My name is Aquarius and, if you adopt me, you will find your inner peace."
"My name is Aquarius and, if you adopt me, you will find your inner peace."
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Conner - At Petco |
Code: 1762C
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Admitted: 01/18/2021
Approximate Date of Birth: 04/11/2017 Sex: Male Breed: Domestic Short Hair Color: Tabby & White Markings: Tabby & White Size: Large Microchip: 603-307-107 FIV/L: Negative Housetrained? Yes Good With Dogs? Yes Good With Cats? Yes Good With Children? Yes Posted: 01/21/2021 |
Comments: Having been abandoned, Conner scoured the neighborhood looking for someone to take him in until, finally, is persistence paid off. After being checked out by the vet he is now in search of his forever home. Very loving, affectionate and talkative, Conner will make a great companion for someone spending a lot of time at home and needing a companion. He is a pretty hefty boy, quite a lap or arm full to pick up, and he is a very handsome fellow too. He has been neutered, vaccinated including rabies, wormed, tested for Feline LvK/Fiv and micro-chipped.
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Felix - At Petco |
Code: 1760C
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Admitted: 01/05/2021
Approximate Date of Birth: 10/27/2020 Sex: Male Breed: Domestic Short Hair Color: Tabby Markings: Grey Tabby Size: Medium Microchip: 603-318-876 FIV/L: Negative Housetrained? Yes Good With Dogs? Yes Good With Cats? Yes Good With Children? Yes Posted: 01/20/2021 |
Comments: Abandoned to his fate, Felix showed up a day after 3 other kittens were found and rescued by someone else. He is a handsome little dude. He is very friendly and appears to be used to being around people and being held. He will be a great addition to your furry feline family. He has been neutered, vaccinated, wormed, tested for feline Lvk/Fiv and micro-chipped.
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Gemini 
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Code: 1694C-2
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Approximate Date of Birth: 10/19/2014 Sex: Male Size: Medium Color: Black & White Note: FIV positive House-trained: Unknown Good with Dogs: Unknown Good with Cats: Unknown Good with Children: Unknown Posted: 03/29/2020 |
Comments: Relinquished by his owner, Gemini wasn't getting a lot of one on one attention, as he shared his former home with a number of other cats, due to his folks not spaying or neutering them as they arrived. As a result of not having received much attention, Gemini tends to be somewhat timid when he first meets someone for the first couple of times. But, if you are patient and understanding, and shower him with lots of love and attention, he will soon become your loyal companion. He is FIV positive, but that doesn't mean that he can't be adopted, he just needs to be the only cat in the home or in a home with only other FIV positive cats, and must never be allowed outdoors.
"My name is Gemini but, so far as I know, I don't have a twin."
"My name is Gemini but, so far as I know, I don't have a twin."
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Herman 
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Code: 1534C
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Approximate Date of Birth: 04/14/2016 Sex: Male Size: Medium Color: Black & White Note: FIV positive House-trained: Unknown Good with Dogs: Unknown Good with Cats: Unknown Good with Children: Unknown Posted: 05/03/2018 |
Comments: His owner was no longer able to care for Herman, so he was relinquished to the shelter in order that we might find him a comfortable and loving home for life. He is FIV positive, but that doesn't mean that he can't be adopted, he just needs to be the only cat in the home or in a home with only other FIV positive cats, and must never be allowed outdoors. Herman is looking for that special person who will understand his situation, and provide him with the home that he needs.
My name is Herman, but that doesn't mean that I have to live like a hermit."
My name is Herman, but that doesn't mean that I have to live like a hermit."
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Ian Adopted: 01/17/21 |
Code: 1708C-1
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Breed: Tabby
Approximate Date of Birth: 03/19/2020 Sex: Male Color: Black and White Size: Small Microchip: 603-313-795 FIV/L: Negative House-trained: Yes Good With Dogs: Unknown Good With Cats: Yes Good With Children: No Posted: 09/02/2020 |
Comments: Ian, his mom, and his siblings arrived at the shelter after having been found as strays. He had not been held, cuddled or socialized until he arrived at the shelter so, though he looked so tiny and sweet, he came in hissing. Now he is starting to find out that people are not so bad though he still has a ways to go but, give him lots of love and attention and he will soon be your best friend. He has been neutered, vaccinated, tested for Feline LVK/FIV and micro-chipped.
"My name is Ian, though I never wrote any spy novels."
"My name is Ian, though I never wrote any spy novels."
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Irene Adopted: 01/17/21 
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Code: 1708C-2
Breed: Tabby
Approximate Date of Birth: 03/19/2020 Sex: Female Color: Black Size: Small Microchip: 603-311-355 FIV/L: Negative House-trained: Yes Good With Dogs: Yes Good With Cats: Yes Good With Children: Unknown Posted: 09/02/2020 |
Comments: Irene, her mom, and her siblings arrived at the shelter after having been found as strays. She had not been held, cuddled or socialized until she arrived at the shelter so, though she looked so tiny and sweet, she came in hissing. Now she is starting to find out that people are not so bad though she still has a ways to go but, give her lots of love and attention and she will soon be your best friend. She has been neutered, vaccinated, tested for Feline LVK/FIV and micro-chipped.
"My name is Irene and you can say good-night Irene every night, after you adopt me."
"My name is Irene and you can say good-night Irene every night, after you adopt me."
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Jackson |
Code: 1755C
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Admitted: 12/12/2020
Approximate Date of Birth: 06/12/2020 Sex: Male Breed: Domestic Short Hair Color: Buff Markings: Buff and White Size: Medium Microchip: 603-317-555 FIV/L: Negative Housetrained? Yes Good With Dogs? Unknown Good With Cats? Yes Good With Children? Posted: 01/19/2021 |
Comments: Jackson came to the shelter as a stray. He was homeless and had a small cut on his foot, so he was taken to a vet for treatment of his wound. Afterwards, they couldn't just put him back out to fend for himself, so he came to the shelter. He is still shy but starting to realize that people are okay. Just give him a never ending supply of food, a few toys to play with, and lots and lots of love. It will take awhile to win him over, but but it will be worth it for the unconditional love you will receive in return. He is a handsome little guy who just needs a chance at life, and you might just be the person to give it to him. He has been neutered, vaccinated including Rabies, wormed, tested for Feline Lvk/Fiv and micro-chipped. Jackson is just waiting for you to come and take him home.
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Jax 
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Code: 1688C
Breed: Tabby
Approximate Date of Birth: 02/17/2017 Sex: Male Size: Small Color: Orange Tabby Note: FIV positive House-trained: Unknown Good with Dogs: Unknown Good with Cats: Unknown Good with Children: Unknown Posted: 03/22/2020 Photo Updated: 05/23/2020 |
Comments: He was found roaming around as a stray. so they took him to a vet to have him checked out. When the results indicated that he was FIV positive they couldn't keep him because they already had other cats. So they brought Jax to the shelter so that a good home could be found for him. Inasmuch as he is FIV positive he must be the only cat in a home, or live in a home with only other FIV positive cats. He is a very sweet and friendly guy, who is just looking for a home where he can live like a normal cat in a relaxed and loving atmosphere.
"My name is Jax, and I understand that they named a brewery for me."
"My name is Jax, and I understand that they named a brewery for me."
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Junior 
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Code: 1750C
Admitted: 11/20/2020
Approximate Date of Birth: 11/22/2009 Sex: Male Breed: Russian Blue/Domestic Short Hair Color: Grey Markings: Solid Grey Size: Large Microchip: 603-357-051 FIV/L: Negative Housetrained? Yes Good With Dogs? Unknown Good With Cats? Yes Good With Children? Unknown Posted: 12/09/2020 |
Comments: Junior was in a home for 11 years until his owner could no longer care for him due to health issues. He is completely house trained and used to being in a home with other cats. He is a very shy guy, just be patient and give him some time. He is not a very active cat, more relaxed and laid back. He would do well in a quiet and calm home. He has been neutered vaccinated including Rabies, wormed, tested for Feline Luk\FIV and micro-chipped. He is currently on medication for high blood pressure.
"My name is Junior, even though I may be getting somewhat more senior."
"My name is Junior, even though I may be getting somewhat more senior."
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Mikey - At Petco |
Code: 1756C-1
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Admitted: 12/22/2020
Approximate Date of Birth: 12/24/2016 Sex: Male Breed: Domestic Short Hair Color: Tabby Markings: Tabby, Black, Grey Size: Large Microchip: 603-313-790 FIV/L: Negative Housetrained? Yes Good With Dogs? No Good With Cats? Yes Good With Children? Unknown Posted: 01/11/2021 |
Comments: Relinquished by his owner, he may be a big boy, but that just means there is more kitty to love. Mikey came in with his friend Alex, and the two of them lived with their owner who loved and cared for them, until, like many others last year lost her job due to the pandemic. Mikey and his friend Alex are now looking for another home, together or separately. He is a a young cat, not kitten, but still very playful and has many more years of love to give to a very lucky person. If you are looking for a mature laid back cat, one who has lived in a home and gets along with other cats to share your home with, make sure you check him out. Give him a chance and you won't regret it. He has been neutered, vaccinated including Rabies, wormed, tested for Feline Lvk/Fiv, and micro-chipped.
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Mittens |
Code: 1745C
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Admitted: 10/31/2020
Approximate Date of Birth: 10/31/2015 Sex: Male Breed: Domestic Short Hair Color: Black and White Markings: Black and white Size: Large Microchip: 603-314-799 FIV/L: Negative Housetrained? Yes Good With Dogs? No Good With Cats? No Good With Children? Unknown |
Comments: Abandoned ~ Mittens was left behind when his family moved. A few neighbors tried caring for him but others wanted him gone. It wasn't his choice to be what they called a neighborhood nuisance, as all he wanted is a home and family to call his own, one that would not leave him behind to fend for himself. He is very friendly and playful and enjoys being with people. He may be a little bit older but still has his moments when he acts like a kitten. He is not fond of other cats, too much competition for your attention, and would prefer to be the only cat in the home. He has been neutered, vaccinated including rabies, wormed, tested for Feline lvk/fiv and micro-chipped.
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Myah 
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Code: 1519C-2
Breed: Siamese
Approximate Date of Birth: 02/01/2014 Sex: Female Size: Medium Color: Seal Point House-trained: Unknown Good with Dogs: Unknown Good with Cats: Unknown Good with Children: Unknown Posted: 07/18/2018 Photo Updated: 08/25/2018 |
Comments: Myah was relinquished to our custody by her owner who could not continue caring for her any longer. She is a friendly girl, though may be a bit shy when she first meets you. She needs some tender, loving care, but is ready to move on and into a new home with someone who will give her a chance to become comfortable in her new surroundings. Myah was adopted 05/30/2018 and returned on 07./17/2018 because she wasn't using her litter box and didn't care much for the other cats in the household. She might do better as an only cat.
"My name is Myah, and rumor has it that I'm descended from a long line of Indian Princesses."
"My name is Myah, and rumor has it that I'm descended from a long line of Indian Princesses."
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Poppy |
Code: 1747C
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Admitted: 11/04/2020
Approximate Date of Birth: 09/15/2020 Sex: Female Breed: Domestic Short Hair Color: Calico Markings: Calico Size: Medium Microchip: 603-317-009 FIV/L: Negative Housetrained? Yes Good With Dogs? Yes Good With Cats? Yes Good With Children? Yes Posted: 01/20/2021 |
Comments: Poppy was found abandoned and alone as Moma had moved her to another spot but never came back to get her. She is a cute and playful little girl. Doesn't like being alone, needs to have a playmate to keep her company. Why have one kitty when it is just as easy to care for two. She has been spayed, vaccinated, wormed, tested for Feline LvK/Fiv and micro-chipped.
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Ringo
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Code: 1537C
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Approximate Date of Birth: 14/30/2009 Sex: Male Size: Large Color: Orange Tabby Note: FIV positive House-trained: Unknown Good with Dogs: Unknown Good with Cats: Unknown Good with Children: Unknown Posted: 07/21/2019 |
Comments: Ringo is a big boy who was relinquished to the shelter by his owner after he was injured and required medical attention. He had previously been living in the neighborhood for several years after his owner had passed away, but he has now given up the street life and is ready to settle into a nice cozy home with someone who will give him the love and attention that he craves. He is FIV positive, but that doesn't mean that he can't be adopted, he just needs to be the only cat in the home or in a home with only other FIV positive cats, and must never be allowed outdoors.
"My name is Ringo, but I've never played the drums."
"My name is Ringo, but I've never played the drums."
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Rosalita
Adopted: 01/17/21 
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Code: 1530C
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Approximate Date of Birth: 03/03/2015 Sex: Female Size: Medium Color: Black House-trained: Unknown Good with Dogs: Unknown Good with Cats: Unknown Good with Children: Unknown Posted: 09/09/2018 |
Comments: Rosalita was pregnant and her owner already had too many cats to be able to care for her and her anticipated brood, so she was relinquished to our custody. She gave birth shortly after her arrival at the shelter and, when they were old enough, her kittens were all adopted out to good homes, but Rosalita is still at the shelter waiting to go to her forever home. She is a sweet and friendly young lady who is hoping to be going to her new perfect home very soon.
"My name is Rosalita, though I've never owned a canteena."
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Scorpio
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Code: 1692C
Breed: Domestic Long Hair
Approximate Date of Birth: 06/27/2018 Sex: Male Size: Medium Color: Black Note: FIV Positive House-trained: Yes Good with Dogs: Yes Good with Cats: Yes Good with Children: Yes Posted: 06/14/2020 Updated: 07/27/2020 |
Comments: Relinquished by his owner, Scorpio wasn't getting a lot of one on one attention, as he shared his former home with a number of other cats, due to his folks not spaying or neutering them as they arrived. As a result of not having received much attention, Scorpio tends to be somewhat timid when he first meets someone for the first couple of times. But, if you are patient and understanding, and shower him with lots of love and attention, he will soon become your loyal companion. Scorpio is FIV Positive and must be an only cat or only with other FIV Positive cats, and not allowed outside.
"My name is Scorpio, and Scorpio's are known by their calm and cool behavior, and by their mysterious appearance."
"My name is Scorpio, and Scorpio's are known by their calm and cool behavior, and by their mysterious appearance."
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Spice
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Code: 1750-1
Admitted: 11/20/2020
Approximate Date of Birth: 11/22/2009 Sex: Female Breed: Siamese/Domestic Short Hair Color: Seal Point Markings: Seal point Size: Large Microchip: 603-303-875 FIV/L: Negative Housetrained? Yes Good With Dogs? Unknown Good With Cats? Yes Good With Children? Unknown Posted: 12/09/2020 |
Comments: Spice was in a home for 11 years until her owner could no longer care for her due to health issues. She is completely house trained and used to being in a home with other cats. She is a shy girl at first, but will warm up pretty quickly to you. She is not a very active cat, she is more relaxed and laid back. She will be a good addition to a more quiet and calm home. She has been spayed, vaccinated including Rabies, wormed, tested for Feline Luk\FIV and micro-chipped.
"My name is Spice and, if you adopt me, I'll add some 'spice' to your home."
"My name is Spice and, if you adopt me, I'll add some 'spice' to your home."
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Sylvester
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Code: 639C
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Approximate Date of Birth: 08/25/2007 Sex: Male Size: Medium Color: Black & White House-trained: Unknown Good with Dogs: Unknown Good with Cats: Unknown Good with Children: Unknown Posted: 03/29/2020 |
Comments: Sylvester was relinquished by his owner as the result of an unwanted litter, and adopted soon afterwards. He returned in 2011, was soon re-adopted but, due to his owners sudden passing, he returned to the shelter in 2020. He may be a little older now, but he is still playful and active. If you are looking for a "kitty" that is more mature and laid back but still playful, come and meet Sylvester.
"My name is Sylvester. I don't know where Tweety Bird is."
"My name is Sylvester. I don't know where Tweety Bird is."
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Taurus
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Code: 1693C
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Approximate Date of Birth: 06/15/2019 Sex: Female Size: Medium Color: Black & White Note: FIV positive House-trained: Unknown Good with Dogs: Unknown Good with Cats: Unknown Good with Children: Unknown Posted: 03/29/2020 |
Comments: Relinquished by her owner, Taurus wasn't getting a lot of one on one attention, as she shared her former home with a number of other cats, due to her folks not spaying or neutering them as they arrived. As a result of not having received much attention, Taurus tends to be somewhat timid when she first meets someone for the first couple of times. But, if you are patient and understanding, and shower her with lots of love and attention, she will soon become your loyal companion. She is FIV positive, but that doesn't mean that she can't be adopted, she just needs to be the only cat in the home or in a home with only other FIV positive cats, and must never be allowed outdoors.
"My name is Taurus, and that's no bull!"
"My name is Taurus, and that's no bull!"
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Tuffy - At Petco
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Code: 1758C-2
Admitted: 12/31/2020
Approximate Date of Birth: 02/27/2018 Sex: Male Breed: Domestic Short Hair Color: Tabby & White Markings: White & Tabby Size: Large Microchip: 603-311-122 FIV/L: Negative Housetrained? Yes Good With Dogs? Unknown Good With Cats? Yes Good With Children? Unknown Posted: 01/22/2021 |
Comments: His owner passed away, so Tuffy came to the shelter to find a new home. He is very friendly and loves attention, and it takes him no time at all to be your best friend. He has lived in a home until his owner passed away so he knows house rules, and he is litter box trained and good with other cats. He hasn't been around a lot of different people, mostly his owner and a few visitors and family members. He is still a young cat so he is still playful and has a lot of love and companionship to give. Give him a chance and invite him into your heart, home and life. He has been neutered , vaccinated including Rabies, wormed, tested for Feline Lvk/Fiv, and micro-chipped.
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Virginia
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Code: 1729C
Admitted: 08/26/2020
Approximate Date of Birth: 09/06/2017 Sex: Female Breed: Calico Color: White Markings: Calico Long hair Size: Medium Microchip: 603-321-337 FIV/L: Positive Housetrained? Unknown Good With Dogs? Unknown Good With Cats? Unknown Good With Children? Unknown Posted: 10/18/2020 |
Comments: She was a stray, hanging around outside the newspaper office, looking to find a home. She looked lost, and was hungry and had a eye infection that needed attention. Virginia is a very beautiful long hair calico, very friendly, and would make a really nice companion for an only pet. Though she has tested positive for Feline FIV, she is adoptable, but it does make it harder to find her a home. She has been spayed, vaccinated including rabies, tested positive for Feline Fiv, negative for feline leukemia, and micro-chipped.
"My name is Virginia and I would like to snuggle in your lap and get to know you better."
"My name is Virginia and I would like to snuggle in your lap and get to know you better."