About our Adoptions ...
Revised 03/07/2021
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, unless otherwise discussed and agreed upon ahead of time. 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 (button below) *, and submitting it to: Benld Adopt-A-Pet, PO Box 53, Benld IL 62009-0053, or e-mail to: aap1@frontiernet.net .
( After downloading form, you may use the fill & sign feature of your {PDF app to complete application before e-mailing to us.)
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.
Revised 03/07/2021
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, unless otherwise discussed and agreed upon ahead of time. 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 (button below) *, and submitting it to: Benld Adopt-A-Pet, PO Box 53, Benld IL 62009-0053, or e-mail to: aap1@frontiernet.net .
( After downloading form, you may use the fill & sign feature of your {PDF app to complete application before e-mailing to us.)
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.
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Aloha
Tortoiseshell ______________________________________________________ Adult * Female * Small * Torti ______________________________________________________ About CHARACTERISTICS Gentle, Playful, Sweet COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, spayed GOOD IN A HOME WITH Cats, Dogs, Children ADOPTION FEE $50 |
Meet Aloha
Aloha is a wonderful mama to Aka and Alani. She's a slender but a beautiful tortoise shell mama. She likes belly rubs and to knead your hands while sucking on your fingers. She also likes to give kisses. She's very vocal once she becomes comfortable and craves attention. Not a lap cat and doesn't like being picked up, but with time may turn into a lap cat. Does well with other cats and has done well with small dogs that sniff her but give her her space (the dogs don't chase after her or bark at her). Would make a wonderful addition to any family. Aloha is spayed, microchipped, vaccinated including rabies, negative for Feline FIV/FelV, and wormed. Help Support Aloha
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Aloha's care, including food and medications, while she waits to be adopted. After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Aloha. |
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Bambi
Calico ______________________________________________________ Kitten * Female * Small * Calico ______________________________________________________ About CHARACTERISTICS Sweet, Friendly, Playful, Affectionate COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, neutered GOOD IN A HOME WITH Cats ADOPTION FEE $60 |
Meet Bambi
Bambi is a shy and loving little kitten. She may take some time to acclimate to a new environment, but once she is comfortable look out for the zoomies! She loves to carry her toy mouse around in her mouth like a true huntress, and she enjoys a good hiding place to stash her prey. She likes getting ear scratches and will rub her body against you to show her affection. She enjoys climbing to the tallest peak of a room to get a bird’s eye view of the action, so she would love to have a tall cat tree to climb. She is spayed, vaccinated, wormed, negative for Feline FIV/FelV, and micro-chipped. |
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Batman
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Kitten * Male * Medium * Black ______________________________________________________ About CHARACTERISTICS Sweet, Friendly, Playful, Affectionate COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, neutered GOOD IN A HOME WITH Cats, Dogs, Children ADOPTION FEE $60 |
Meet Batman
Batman is an adorable kitten that is ready to find a forever family to call his own. He is a wonderful, playful, and spunky kitten who's ideal home would be one that has another furry friend to play with, someone to give endless snuggles and a warm spot to safely watch the birds from inside. He will be neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, wormed, and tested Feline FIV/FelV. |
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Bright Eyes
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Adult * Female * Medium * Black ______________________________________________________ About CHARACTERISTICS Friendly, Likes to be petted COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, spayed GOOD IN A HOME WITH Unknown ADOPTION FEE $50 |
Meet Bright Eyes
My name is Bright Eyes for obvious reason, my big bright eyes. I found myself looking for a home when my previous owner lost the one we were living in. I'm a little unsure of new surroundings but will warm up if you give me the time. I like to get lots of pets, tolerate being cuddled, and enjoy a good snack. I'm not sure how I would do in a home with dogs, children or cats but if we have proper introductions I could live in just about any indoor home. I am spayed, vaccinated including rabies, wormed, tested for FIV/FelV, and microchipped. Help Support Bright Eyes
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Bright Eye's care, including food and medications, while she waits to be adopted. After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Bright Eyes. |
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Candy
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Adult * Female * Medium * Orange and White ______________________________________________________ About CHARACTERISTICS Independent, Friendly COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, spayed PREFERS A HOME WITHOUT Cats, Dogs ADOPTION FEE $50 |
Meet Candy
She was hanging around Grandma's along with a couple of very young kittens. They needed more care than just the food they were provided. Turns out Candy wasn't their mommy but she did "appear" pregnant. She spent a couple months in a foster home, but no little ones. She is a little shy or cautious when she meets you, but just give her a little time. She is like a sweet and sour Candy, she is friendly and likes being petted and loved on by her human and then just likes to be alone to do her own thing; prefers to be the only cat in the house. She has been spayed, vaccinated including rabies, tested negative for Feline Lvk/FiV and micro-chipped. Help Support Candy
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Candy's care, including food and medications, while she waits to be adopted. After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Candy. |
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Cortana
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Adult * Female * Medium * Tabby ______________________________________________________ About CHARACTERISTICS Affectionate, Friendly, Gentle COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Unknown HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, spayed GOOD IN A HOME WITH Unknown ADOPTION FEE $50 |
Meet Cortana
Owner had too many cats and Cortana was one of many cats that had been dropped off at her house. She had an injured leg, which is mending on its own, and was very pregnant by the time she came into the shelter. Cortana is no longer suffering from her injuries and all of her kittens have found homes, yet she is patiently waiting to go to her forever home. Cortana is a very friendly cat and needs to be in a home with other Leukemia positive cats or to be the only cat in the household. She has been Spayed, vaccinated including Rabies, wormed, tested POSITIVE for Feline Leukemia, and Micro-chipped. Help Support Cortana
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Cortana's care, including food and medications, while she waits to be adopted. After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Cortana. |
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Cousin Itt
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Kitten * Male * Small * Black ______________________________________________________ About CHARACTERISTICS Friendly, Sweet, Playful COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, neutered GOOD IN A HOME WITH Cats, Dogs, Children ADOPTION FEE $60 |
Meet Cousin Itt
My name is Cousin Itt because I came to BAAP around Halloween. I am searching for a forever home to call my own, maybe one with another cat, children or even a dog. Being a kitten I could live in a home with just about anything but should have a slow and proper introductions. I enjoy doing everything a little kitten likes to do specifically play, play, play! I have been neutered, vaccinated, negative for FIV/FelV, wormed and microchipped. |
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Gomez Addams
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Kitten * Male * Small * Black ______________________________________________________ About CHARACTERISTICS Friendly, Sweet, Playful COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, neutered GOOD IN A HOME WITH Cats, Dogs, Children ADOPTION FEE $60 |
Meet Gomez Addams
My name is Gomez Addams because I came to BAAP around Halloween. I am searching for a forever home to call my own, maybe one with another cat, children or even a dog. Being a kitten I could live in a home with just about anything but should have a slow and proper introductions. I enjoy doing everything a little kitten likes to do specifically play play play! I have been neutered, vaccinated, negative for FIV/FelV, wormed and microchipped. |
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Herman
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Adult * Male * Medium * Black and White ______________________________________________________ About CHARACTERISTICS Affectionate, Friendly, Playful COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, neutered PREFERS A HOME WITHOUT Dogs ADOPTION FEE $50 |
Meet Herman 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. POSITIVE FIV Help Support Herman
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Herman's care, including food and medications, while he waits to be adopted. After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Herman. |
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Hubble
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Young * Male * Medium * Black and White ______________________________________________________ About CHARACTERISTICS Sweet, Friendly, Playful COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, neutered GOOD IN A HOME WITH Cats, Dogs ADOPTION FEE $50 |
Meet Hubble
My name is Hubble but they like to call me Hubby for short. I came in with my litter mate when our owners health declined. We have been around other cats and a lab that we enjoyed playing with. I haven't been around children but could live in a home with them, just give me time to adjust to my new home and I'll be purring for you in no time. I am neutered, vaccinated including rabies, wormed, microchipped, and negative for FIV/FelV. |
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Jax
Tabby ______________________________________________________ Adult * Male * Small * Orange Tabby ______________________________________________________ About CHARACTERISTICS Affectionate, Friendly, Sweet COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, neutered GOOD IN A HOME WITH Cats, Children ADOPTION FEE $50 |
Meet Jax
Cat lovers who like to travel with their pets would love to have Jax in their home! Jax's foster mom said she has never seen a cat so well-behaved in the car. He doesn't make a sound … no protests at all! Jax takes a little longer than usual to feel confident with his human at first, but once he does, he comes to greet his person and waits for that person to sit down so he can jump up on a lap. He is litter-box-trained and is one of the neatest cats around. While Jax gets along fine with his fellow felines at the shelter, he is not trusting of dogs. Jax is about 4 years old and was brought to the shelter because he is feline immune virus-positive (FIV+). Cats that are FIV+ can live in a home with FIV- cats as long as they do not fight with each other. FIV is transmitted via a deep tissue bite or scratch and is only transmittable cat to cat. There is no risk of FIV to humans or dogs. Jax is neutered, vaccinated including rabies, wormed, and microchipped. Help Support Jax
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Jax's care, including food and medications, while he waits to be adopted. After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Jax. |
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Lemon
Domestic Long Hair ______________________________________________________ Adult * Male * Small * Tabby and White ______________________________________________________ About CHARACTERISTICS Friendly, Sweet COAT LENGTH Long HOUSE-TRAINED Unknown HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, neutered GOOD IN A HOME WITH Unknown ADOPTION FEE $50 |
Meet Lemon
Brought to the shelter as a stray, Mr. Lemon is a sweet, handsome boy that has been wondering around as a stray for what we think most likely his whole life. He was brought into the shelter since he has multiple minor wounds from fights with other cats. Even though he is a stray, he is a very sweet guy that just needs to be shown what it's like to live the good life as an indoor cat. We are unsure about how he does with other animals or children, but we know that with plenty of time and patience, Mr. Lemon would be a great addition to most families. Don't let his looks fool you, he might look like a tough guy but he is a very sweet boy at heart. Lemon will soon be neutered, wormed, vaccinated including Rabies, tested for Feline FIV/LUK, and micro-chipped. Help Support Lemon
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Lemon's care, including food and medications, while he waits to be adopted. After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Lemon. |
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Myah
Siamese ______________________________________________________ Adult * Female * Medium * Seal Point ______________________________________________________ About CHARACTERISTICS Affectionate, Sweet, Loves Pets COAT LENGTH Medium HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, spayed GOOD IN A HOME WITH Dogs ADOPTION FEE $50 |
Meet Myah
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. Help Support Myah
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Myah's care, including food and medications, while she waits to be adopted. After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Myah. |
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Oscar
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Young * Male * Small * Black and White ______________________________________________________ About CHARACTERISTICS Sweet, Friendly COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, neutered GOOD IN A HOME WITH Cats ADOPTION FEE $50 |
.Meet Oscar
Hello, I'm Oscar. I was adopted when I was a kitten and sadly my adopter passed away. I am a timid cat that would like a quite home that will allow me plenty of time to adjust to my new environment. I just take a little extra time to warm up than most cats. My favorite thing to do is burrow under sometime as if we were playing hide and seek. I enjoy getting wet food or treats. I have been neutered, vaccinated including rabies, negative for FIV/FelV and micro-chipped. Help Support Oscar
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Oscar's care, including food and medications, while he waits to be adopted. After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Oscar. |
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Piper
Calico ______________________________________________________ Kitten * Female * Small * Calico ______________________________________________________ About CHARACTERISTICS Sweet, Curious, Playful, Helpful COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, neutered GOOD IN A HOME WITH Unknown ADOPTION FEE $60 |
Meet Piper
Piper is an outgoing and affectionate kitten. She loves to play and when she is done she seeks out a lap to curl up on. Piper likes to climb on her human and look them right in the face to give kisses and get pets. She is also very well motivated and could easily be won over with treats. Piper also really likes to follow her human around, she “helps” with household chores by putting herself right in the middle of whatever you are doing. Piper has been spayed, vaccinated, wormed, negative for Feline FIV/FelV, and microchipped. |
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Ringo
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Adult * Male * Large * Orange Tabby ______________________________________________________ About CHARACTERISTICS Affectionate, Friendly, Laid Back COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, spayed GOOD IN A HOME WITH Cats, Dogs ADOPTION FEE $50 |
Meet Ringo
Ringo is a big boy, who had been living in the neighborhood for several years after his owners moved a way. He does enjoy trying to slip out the door to enjoy the sunlight and "freedom" from his old days but it is recommended that he is an indoor only cat. Ringo does get along with other cats and dogs. He has been neutered, vaccinated including Rabies, wormed, tested Positive for feline Fiv and Micro-chipped. Help Support Ringo
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Ringo's care, including food and medications, while he waits to be adopted. After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Ringo. |
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Rose
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Adult * Female * Small * Orange ______________________________________________________ About CHARACTERISTICS Affectionate, Friendly, Sweet COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, spayed GOOD IN A HOME WITH Cats, Children ADOPTION FEE $50 |
Meet Rose
My name is Rose, a young adult cat that came in with my daughter Dorothy. She quickly found a happy home but I'm still looking for the right fit for me. I'm a little shy when we first meet but give me time or treats and I'll warm up to you. I get along with most other cats, could live with respectful children and given proper introductions I could possibly share you with a dog. I'm trying to not ask for much, just someone to love me, a safe place to take a nap and guaranteed meals. I've already been spayed, microchipped, vaccinated including rabies, negative for Feline FIV/FelV, and wormed. Help Support Rose
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Rose's care, including food and medications, while she waits to be adopted. After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Rose. |
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Samuel
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Adult * Male * Medium * White and Black ______________________________________________________ About CHARACTERISTICS Friendly, Reserved COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, spayed PREFERS A HOME WITHOUT Cats, Dogs, Children ADOPTION FEE $50 |
Meet Samuel
Hello, I'm Samuel a young adult cat ready to find a forever home. In my new home I'd require it to be one without dogs as they scare and stress me out. I do get along with other cats but only female cats. If my new home could be one with mostly to only woman as men make me a little nervous. I do get spooked easily so patience will be key for my new family, it would be nice to have a home with older children that respect my space but are willing to give me the love when I ask for it. I have been neutered, vaccinated including rabies, wormed, negative for FIV/FelV and micro-chipped. Help Support Samuel
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Samuel's care, including food and medications, while he waits to be adopted. After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Samuel. |
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Sissy
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Young * Female * Small * Tabby and White ______________________________________________________ About CHARACTERISTICS Friendly, Independent, Loves Pets COAT LENGTH Short HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, spayed PREFERS A HOME WITHOUT Dogs ADOPTION FEE $50 |
Meet Sissy
I'm your new little sister, Sissy! I heard Petco is where the pets go and that's just what I did to find nice folks that would take care of me. I'm a very sweet and vocal girl that doesn't like to be held for very long. Look; I'm an independent woman that can't be held down from exploring my surroundings or bothered while I'm lounging around. I like to meow for you to give me more pets. I can not live in a home with dogs as I didn't have the best experience with one and now I'm terrified of them. I will not hesitate to to swat the dogs that get too close to my space. I'd prefer a calmer home with older children and possibly the right cat. I have been spayed, microchipped, vaccinated including rabies, negative for Feline FIV/FelV and wormed. Help Support Sissy
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Sissy's care, including food and medications, while she waits to be adopted. After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Sissy. |
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Spice
Siamese / Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Senior * Female * Large * Seal Point ______________________________________________________ About CHARACTERISTICS Gentle, Laid Back, Quiet COAT LENGTH Medium HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, spayed PREFERS A HOME WITHOUT Dogs, Children ADOPTION FEE $50 |
Meet Spice
I can be the spice of your life because my name is Spice. I'm looking for a forever home to call my own. I am a little shy starting out but tend to warm up to new people quickly. I really enjoy getting canned wet food as a snack and then find a place to curl up for a nap. I do get along with other cats but am not a big fan of children. I'm too tired to keep up with an active family as I do have kidney disease that wears me out. I'd really love my very own sunny spot for bird watching. I have been spayed, vaccinated including rabies, negative for Feline FIV/FelV, microchipped, and wormed. Help Support Spice
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Spice's care, including food and medications, while she waits to be adopted. After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Spice. |
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Tiger
Domestic Medium Hair ______________________________________________________ Adult * Male * Medium * Orange ______________________________________________________ About CHARACTERISTICS Sweet, Friendly COAT LENGTH Medium HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, neutered GOOD IN A HOME WITH Cats, Children ADOPTION FEE $50 |
Meet Tiger
Tiger was a cat that had been hanging around outside the finders home since winter time. The finder noticed he was starting to lose weight and brought him in to get the care he needed. Tiger is a very sweet cat that is currently being treated and gaining weight. We are unsure how Tiger feels about dogs, is curious about other cats, and is friendly to all humans. Tiger is up to date on vaccines including rabies, negative for FIV/FelV, neutered, wormed and microchipped. Help Support Tiger
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Tiger's care, including food and medications, while he waits to be adopted. After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Tiger. |
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Trick
Domestic Short Hair ______________________________________________________ Kitten * Male * Medium * Black and White ______________________________________________________ About CHARACTERISTICS Sweet, Friendly, Playful COAT LENGTH Medium HOUSE-TRAINED Yes HEALTH Vaccinations up to date, neutered GOOD IN A HOME WITH Cats, Dogs, Children ADOPTION FEE $60 |
Meet Trick
My name is Trick and I came to BAAP along with my litter mate Treat. We are both learning the ropes to becoming the best young cats that we can become. My ideal home would be one that will keep me safe indoors, have another friend for me to play with, someone able to open the cat treats for me, and someone that will give me lots of love for years to come. I have been spayed/neutered, vaccinated, wormed, Microchipped, and tested for Feline FIV/FelV. |