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Patches

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 yrs 3 mos

Palatine, IL

Size

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Details

Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Patches is a sweet soul who loves his kitty buddies! Patches is a good, gentle boy who's a little takes some time to warm up, he is a total sweetheart. He doesn't mind pets, but his foster mom has to find a safe spot, like a bathroom, that he can have. Maybe someone can build this guy a little tiny home that he can camp out in if needed! He is HUGELY food motivated, so if you offer him yummy food (especially ham), he'll be your friend for life! Though not a cuddler or lap sitter, you will be able to pet him if you are patient and loving and get him to trust you. He is so special ♥♥♥♥♥ ! What are some of his favorite things? Watching cat TV, playing with fuzzy toys, lazer pointers and walking alongside his foster mom's kitty. In fact, Patches loves all cats and kittens! I guess you could call him the kitty whisperer! And cuteness quotient? Off the charts when he jumps in the air while playing with or chasing other kitties! Patches would do well in a quiet, possibly adults only home. He has not been around dogs, but would absolutely need another cat or cats to take care of and play with! If you want a sweet and funny boy, have the time and patience to get to know him and gain mutual trust, you couldn't find a better fur boy! Apply at online application (catsfff.org/adopt) View all of our adoptable cats here (catsfff.org/cats) Our adoption fees are listed here (catsfff.org/adoption-fees) ##1304072##

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Sedona

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 yrs 3 mos

Palatine, IL

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(when grown) -

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Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Sedona is a very curious kitten-ninja. She loves to chase a laser pointer so much, that she will run up the wall using whatever there is to give her a leg up. Legend has it that she can also scale ceilings, but this has not been confirmed. Sedona is such a kitten-ninja, she finds hard-to-see places to nap occasionally! She loves getting pets from her human/s at her own pace. Once she decides you’re friendly, she is all about the pets. Sedona has no problem with other cats and a loud dog. Sedona needs to be adopted into a home with another kitty friend, and if you don't already have a kitty in your home we will happily suggest a pal for her! Apply for this cutie pie! Apply at online application (catsfff.org/adopt) View all of our adoptable cats here (catsfff.org/cats) Our adoption fees are listed here (catsfff.org/adoption-fees) ##1134072##

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Boomer

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 10 yrs 2 mos

Palatine, IL

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Good with kids, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Meet Boomer! Boomer is one of the most mild-mannered cats that you will ever meet. He eats, sleeps and cuddles throughout the day. He is always ready to greet you upon your arrival with some delightful conversation and some good yoga stretches! Boomer would prefer a quieter home environment and would do well with older children. As he loves every human he has ever met, he would thrive in a home where someone is home most of the day. He doesn't care for other animal companions and will thrive as the one and only in your home, This young man does have some gastrointestinal issues and needs to be on a special raw rabbit diet. He LOVES his raw food and it has resolved his issues! He will need to continue on this diet. Boomer is quite the lap cat and a great office buddy during the day! He tends to be pretty independent through the middle of the night, which is a huge plus as we all love an uninterrupted good night's sleep, including Boomer. He is always welcoming to strangers and is eager to cuddle up to the closest warm lap in the room! He also enjoys his window watching time and is fascinated by all the sights he is able to see below. If you are interested in meeting Boomer, please apply at the link below. This is one happy feline that will provide you with unwavering companionship! Apply at online application (catsfff.org/adopt) View all of our adoptable cats here (catsfff.org/cats) Our adoption fees are listed here (catsfff.org/adoption-fees) ##1428821##

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Sky

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs 4 mos

Palatine, IL

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(when grown) -

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Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Charming, playful, and dapper for days, Sky has just what it takes to light up your life. His endless curiosity, mad hops, and other silly antics promise to bring all the laughs your way! Sky can easily be referred to as a cat whisperer! He has made even the most apprehensive of kitties his friends, teaching them how to play, be part of the pack, and of course, how to have fun! He is a cat's cat to the core and would make the perfect addition to a home who has a cat in need of a best friend! Sky earned his name from his ability to leap into the air and almost take flight. He likes to follow you around and interact with you, especially for his favorite treats! He is very in tune to the household routine and is a regular part of the “cat pack.” Sky's foster has even taught him some hand signals and commands! He will happily come when his name is called, running through the house to find you. Sky is good-natured and loves to pal around and play with the other cats. He fits right into the group and is a loyal best friend to his feline companions. When it comes to human friends, Sky is on the reserved side, but does build fantastic relationships with those he loves. He loves to play, run around the house, and show his people his silly side. He has a sweet nature and has grown significantly in his confidence in his time in foster care. Sky must go to a home with at least one other cat (he is happy with more than that too!), due to his love for animals. He is currently in a foster home with tuxedo kitten Paris, who is VERY social and outgoing. These two are the perfect duo of playful and loving, and would love to go into a foster home together. Otherwise, Sky is always happy to make friends with both cats and dogs. He’d likely prefer a house without children, and a home environment on the quiter side. He'd love a family who is willing to show him kindness and how much they love him as he warms up to his new home, so he can build the relationship and trust he desires to show his full personality! If you’re looking for a companion kitty for you and your resident kitties, then Sky is definitely the cat for the job! For a chance to bring this wonderful kitty home with you, just fill out an application today! Apply at online application (catsfff.org/adopt) View all of our adoptable cats here (catsfff.org/cats) Our adoption fees are listed here (catsfff.org/adoption-fees) ##1455716##

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Bullet

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 yrs 4 mos

Palatine, IL

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Petite and pretty Bullet! She is a shy and gentle girl who needs a patient and loving adopter to help her continue to build her confidence so that she can truly blossom into the wonderful cat she was always meant to be. Bullet is a tiny gal, and she has a tiny voice to match, which we find all the more endearing! Bullet would do best in a calm and quiet home where she is able to have her space and explore her new environment at her own pace. She would do well with children ages ten and older. She does enjoy having another cat friend around, but it would be best if that kitty were also submissive. Otherwise, Bullet would do well in a loving home as a single kitty, provided she can interact with human(s) regularly for attention and playtime. Although it may take her some time (and some Churu cat treats) to warm up to her new human friends, once you touch her, she has a lot of loving chirps and meows to give you. She loves to be pet on her back, and you can then gently work up to petting her face. (She can get startled if she sees hands approaching her face too quickly.) Once you have established a connection with this young lass, she has a loud and rumbling purr that can be heard blocks away! The rain also holds a special fascination for her, and she cannot seem to get enough of watching outside the window when the rain is gently falling. This kitty also loves to play! The cat dancer toy and anything with feathers is absolutely irresistible to her! She is full of wonder and will provide you with hours of entertaining fun! If you want to meet Bullet, please apply at the link below. This endearing, petite young lady will warm your heart and home! Apply at online application (catsfff.org/adopt) View all of our adoptable cats here (catsfff.org/cats) Our adoption fees are listed here (catsfff.org/adoption-fees) ##1675507##

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Junior

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs 4 mos

Palatine, IL

Size

(when grown) -

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Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Come visit me at the Petsmart at 4640 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60641! Junior, the sweet, laidback, lovebug and lap kitty! Junior is a real social butterfly who craves human contact. He can't get enough of petting or loving. He loves his kitty siblings, too, especially his bonded brother, Sylvester. Even though he seeks attention and being near humans and kitties, he can also play independently. He is an adorable ball of energy! He especially loves laser pointers, wands and cat- nip toys, and in his downtime, he prefers cat t.v. and presenting his belly for some petting! Junior can be in a quiet adults only household or one with older children. He has not been exposed to dogs but loves(and needs to be adopted with) his bonded brother, Sylvester. Double your kitty pleasure! Double your fun! Apply at online application (catsfff.org/adopt) View all of our adoptable cats here (catsfff.org/cats) Our adoption fees are listed here (catsfff.org/adoption-fees) ##1495348##

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Splashy

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo

Mt. Prospect, IL

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

This is Splashy, so named because her rescuer thought that her markings looked like she had paint splashed on her! She's totally adorable but still somewhat timid. Her foster mom is able to pick her up and hold her close and pet her. No purring yet. We just think she needs more time. Or, some cats just aren't big purrers. Splashy is very bonded with her friendly brother Mr. Whiskers and having him around is teaching her to be more confident. They would ideally like to be adopted together. They make a perfect ready-made pair. Behaviorally and socially, it’s best to adopt kittens in pairs, or into a home with a compatible playful cat. Kittens really need a feline playmate in their forever home…and then they can get to play, and snuggle while you're not home, wrestle with each other instead of with your ankles, and grow up with an always-available companion. Bored cats can become destructive cats. If you are only interested in adopting a single kitten, and you’re home most of the day, and able to spend interactive time with a kitten, we may consider adopting out a single kitten. We usually prefer that they be 4 months or older. But each application will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Many of our kitten litters may also be able to be mixed ‘n matched to make a pair if they are not particularly bonded with a sibling. Each foster home knows the kittens' personalities best, and we follow their recommendations for single placements or mix/matching. Splashy's estimated date of birth is 7-1-22, and her adoption fee of $175 includes: vet exam, Feleuk/FIV test, FVRCP (distemper combo) vaccination, routine deworming, flea control, microchip and spay. The combined discounted adoption fee for both Splashy and Mr. Whiskers is $285.

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Mr. Whiskers

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo

Mt. Prospect, IL

Size

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Details

Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Meet Mr. Whiskers, an adorable, loving, purr machine. He's a beautiful gray tuxedo with long white whiskers. He greets his foster mom as soon as she opens the door and then walks along with her. He loves to snuggle with is sister Splashy who is still rather shy, but Mr. Whiskers is teaching her to be more confident. They would ideally like to be adopted together. The perfect ready-made pair just waiting for you to come meet them. Behaviorally and socially, it’s best to adopt kittens in pairs, or into a home with a compatible playful cat. Kittens really need a feline playmate in their forever home…and then they can get to play, and snuggle while you're not home, wrestle with each other instead of with your ankles, and grow up with an always-available companion. Bored cats can become destructive cats. If you are only interested in adopting a single kitten, and you’re home most of the day, and able to spend interactive time with a kitten, we may consider adopting out a single kitten. We usually prefer that they be 4 months or older. But each application will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Many of our kitten litters may also be able to be mixed ‘n matched to make a pair if they are not particularly bonded with a sibling. Each foster home knows the kittens' personalities best, and we follow their recommendations for single placements or mix/matching. Mr. Whisker's estimated date of birth is 7-1-22, and his adoption fee of $175 includes: vet exam, Feleuk/FIV test, FVRCP (distemper combo) vaccination, routine deworming, flea control, microchip and neuter. His and Splashy's combined discounted adoption fee is $285.

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LuluBelle

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 2 mos

Mt. Prospect, IL

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

LuluBelle is a petite, curious, playful kitty with a gorgeous sleek coat on her back and the softest, fluffiest, bunnylike fur on her belly. She loves to roll over on her back and get belly & chest rubs, as well as ear 'skritches'. She also loves to play with cat teasers, nail files (when left unattended) and her foster sister Peapod. All of Lulu's brothers were adopted in early summer 2023, and another foster sister she really loved to play and snuggle with was also adopted. Poor Lulu kept getting left behind because compared to her siblings she was a little shy. One important note about Lulu is that as much as she enjoys human playing and petting, she is not a fan of being picked up or carried and definitely seeks petting on her terms. This doesn't mean she's not social - she's almost always in the same room as her foster mom and greets most people at/near the front door. She's just not going to be a "carry around like a doll" pet - to be fair, most cats aren't, but if you're looking for a constantly snuggly, needy cat, she's not your match. She is, however, a great companion, easy to please and low maintenance, and when she's ready for petting she's very cute about it - she meows and follows her mom around making little noises and collapsing onto her back to show her belly until she gets what she wants. She's also lived with dogs, and has never been phased by them. Her current foster home has a 65 lb active dog and they have always gotten along great. As long as your dog likes cats, she'd be perfect with a home with dogs. Behaviorally and socially, it’s best to adopt young cats in pairs, or into a home with a compatible playful cat. Kittens really need a feline playmate in their forever home…and then they can get to play, and snuggle while you're not home, wrestle with each other instead of with your ankles, and grow up with an always-available companion. If you're looking for a ready-made pair, please consider her foster-mate Peapod who she gets along great with. Lulu's approximate date of birth is 3-24-23, and her adoption fee is $175, which includes: vet exam, Feleuk/FIV test, FVRCP (distemper combo) vaccinations, routine dewormings, flea control, microchip and spay,

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Loofah

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 3 mos

Mt. Prospect, IL

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

This is the beautiful Loofah, the matriarch of the Klean Kitties litter. Her kittens have now all been adopted and she's ready for her forever home. She's a beautiful long, lanky, tortoiseshell girl. Her coloring is quite nice. Instead of blotches of orange and cream like a lot of torties, she has mostly fine streaks of the lighter colors in her dark fur. A very 1970-80s “frosted” look! Lighter fur around her eyes helps them standout and she does have one very cute cream-colored paw. Loofah has a nice and friendly personality. She doesn't particularly like the other cats in her foster home so is kept in a bedroom by herself when she is not able to be supervised. When she's out of the bedroom, she doesn't hide at all and comes when she is called. She's great with all people, not at all shy, and will suck up all the attention you can give her. She loves to hang out with her foster mom when she's in her home office working on the computer, and she sleeps nicely with her foster mom or in one of her cat beds at night. She's perfect with the litter box and good with using pole scratchers. Loofah would be happiest as an only child. If you're looking for a fantastic new feline companion to have a one-on-one relationship with, come check this awesome girl out! We estimate Loofah to be no older than 2 years old, and her adoption fee of $175 includes: Feleuk/FIV test (neg.), FVRCP (distemper combo) vaccination, rabies vaccination, deworming, microchip and spay.

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Venom

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 8 yrs 8 mos

Mt. Prospect, IL

Size

(when grown) -

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Good with kids, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Hi, I'm Venom. Yes, a horrible name but apparently popular in the SpiderMan comic culture and my prior owner thought it was a good idea to name me that. So for 8 years I've been saddled with this awful name that really doesn't fit me at all! I like to think of myself more as a cool guy, like a Cosmo or Fonzi or Jules. My prior owner dumped me at their vet clinic when I didn't fit into their life anymore. The nice people at the vet clinic checked me out and gave me vaccines and everything and called me an "almost senior" but pronounced me healthy, even though I'm middle-aged at 8 years old. They tried to find me a new home, but I was scared and just wasn't showing very well there. I lived at the vet clinic for 10 months until a kind new vet tech took me home to foster me and give me a little more normal life. I can be shy at first but once I know you I'm VERY friendly. It only took me about a month to acclimate, and now I'm out and part of the family all of the time! Mind you, this family even has barking dogs and active children. But I now sleep with my foster mom and I let everyone pick me up! I've become quite the cuddly social butterfly. I like to play with one of the resident cats but I think overall I would do just fine as an only cat. You know, bond with you one-on-one. So if you think you have room in your home and your heart for a big ol' handsome guy like me, I'd be very grateful if you'd take me home and make me part of YOUR family - you know, like forever this time. I'm here patiently waiting for you, but can't wait to meet you so you can make me your own - oh, and change my name! Venom's adoption fee of $85 includes: Vet exam, FeLeuk/FIV viral test (neg.), FVRCP (distemper combo) vaccination, rabies vaccination, deworming, microchip, and he is neutered.

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Alicia

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 mos

Mt. Prospect, IL

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Introducing Alicia (Keys)! Beautiful black and white tuxedo girl with adorable markings. Alicia is a “Girl on Fire”. You will be “Fallen” for her. She loves to be the center of attention and is super playful. So independent yet so social. Alicia could be an only cat or would be happy to be adopted with any of her Kitten Choir siblings! Behaviorally and socially, it’s best to adopt young cats in pairs, or into a home with a compatible playful cat. Kittens really need a feline playmate in their forever home…and then they can get to play, and snuggle while you're not home, wrestle with each other instead of with your ankles, and grow up with an always-available companion. If you're looking for a ready-made pair, please consider two of the littermates from the Kitten Choir group. Alicia's approximate date of birth is 5/1/24 and her adoption fee is $195, which includes: vet exam, Feleuk/FIV test, FVRCP (distemper combo) vaccinations, routine dewormings, flea control, microchip and spay,

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Domestic Shorthair shelters & rescues in Palatine, Illinois

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Rescue

4.5 miles

Adopt-A-Pet, Inc.

PO Box 408, Mt. Prospect, IL 60056

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

4.7 miles

Heartland Animal Shelter

586 Palwaukee Drive, Wheeling, IL 60090

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

5.1 miles

4 Paw Luv Rescue NFP

Schaumburg, IL 60173

Pet Types: cats

Rescue

5.5 miles

Forever Fortunate Felines

PO Box 1296, Palatine, IL 60078

Pet Types: cats

Rescue

6.2 miles

Almost Home Foundation

P.O. Box 308, Elk Grove Village, IL 60009

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

8.6 miles

God's Dogs Rescue of TX for IL Transport Stop

Rosemont, IL 60018

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

8.6 miles

Orphans of the Storm

2200 Riverwoods Road, Riverwoods, IL 60015

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

9.3 miles

Fur Keeps Animal Rescue, Inc.

Barrington Hills, IL 60010

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

10 miles

High Tails Animal Rescue, NFP

P.O. Box 2205, Glenview, IL 60025

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

11.8 miles

Wright-Way Rescue

5915 Lincoln Ave, Morton Grove, IL 60053

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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