American Shorthair kittens & cats in Rockford, Illinois

Name: StarbucksBreed: DSHDOB: 3/5/2025Good with kids: YESGood with dogs: YESGood with cats: YESFoster location: Rockford, IL Adoption fee: $200 a kitten or $350 for a pair of kittens under 2 years of age. Fun Bio: These babes will be ready for adoption when they are 8-10 weeks old. So we have some time, but follow their story! Get an application in, and be patient OR apply for one of our already kittens or cats! If interested in a pet from us please fill out the adoption application that is located on our website.  We process applications in the order in which they are received.  We will likely not respond to interest emails regarding puppies and/or kittens, we get so many "interest" emails that we simply do not have the time to respond to each one.  We always recommend playtime, positive reinforcement training and a regular schedule for feeding times when bringing a new cat/kitten into your home. Adjustment takes time for both you and your new family member, so remember to be patient and enjoy this new and exciting time!Included in the adoption fee are age appropriate vaccinations, FeLV/FIV testing, deworming, spay or neuter surgery, and microchip. Anti-Declawing Policy:All cats and kittens will have a no declaw policy in their adoption contract with us!  Declawing is a series of bone amputations.  Declawing is more accurately described by the term de-knuckling and is not merely the removal of the claws, as the term “declawing” implies.  In humans, fingernails grow from the skin, but in animals that hunt prey, the claws grow from the bone; therefore, the last bone is amputates so the claw cannot re-grow.  Declawing is one of the most painful, routinely performed procedures in all of veterinary medicine.  Each toe of the cat is amputated at the first joint.  Declawing a cat is equivalent in a person to amputating the entire first knuckle of every finger.  Declawing is done strictly for the benefit of the owner.  There are NO benefits to the cat and NO good reasons to declaw. Declawing can lead to behavior changes.  A declawed cat has no way to defend itself and may resort to biting more often.  Due to pain, they may stop using the litterbox.  There are humane alternatives to declawing.  Cats can be trained to use scratching posts.  They should have their nails trimmed regularly.  There is double sided sticky tape that can be put on furniture to deter a cat from scratching there.  There are also nail caps called Soft Paws that are glued onto a cat's nail without harm. ##2343078##

Junie was found outdoors. My parents let her stay in the garage over the years and she has become rather domesticated. He likes to be inside and outside yet loves snuggles and to be cared for. My parents are no longer able to care for any animals due to medical issues and are too old to take care of the cats. Junie would be best in a single pet home to get all the love and attention he deserves! He was found as part of a barn program I believe but was abandoned. I can get him up to date on all shots and anything else needed before being rehomed. He is a sweetheart!

Snickerdoodle is an awesome cat. As a kitten she had a bad infection that left her not being able to fully see out of her left eye. It has progressed to her being blind in that eye. Even though she can’t see out of that eye she is a loving cat who love to cuddle, sleep with her chosen person, and will talk to you. Smokey is a little younger than Snickerdoodle. He is a loving cat who love his people. He is silly and fun to play with. Both cats are good with dogs, it will take time to get adjusted. They also a like kids, but do not like being carried around. These two are a bonded pair and need to be adopted together.

Meet Mittens! He is a very loving kitty. He was a stray cat. We took him in and he is the most grateful cat. He loves the cuddle with you! He sleeps very peacefully. He is very sweet. He loves attention and toys. Mittens is the best cat ever. The reason we have to rehome him is that our other cats are not fond of him. Mitten deserves a home that he feels comfortable in and unfortunately that isn’t our home. Mittens is good around our female cat but our male cats do not like him. He is really good about using a litter box. He loves treats and loves cat nip.

I AM IN FOSTER CARE! PLEASE FILL OUT OUR ADOPTION APPLICATION, ONCE APPROVED, GIVE US A CALL AND WE CAN SET UP AN APPOINTMENT FOR YOU TO MEET ME! Born: 3/30/2017 Adoption Donation: $50 Pineapple can be a great companion as long as you respect his boundaries. He enjoys being in your company and observing your activities, often in anticipation of a treat. He is highly motivated by food and not very fussy about what he eats. Pineapple enjoys sharing your bed and playing with strings and laser pointers. He finds watching birds and squirrels entertaining. You'll be pleased to know that Pineapple is diligent about using the litter box and only scratches designated scratchers, not your furniture. All in all, he's a low-maintenance cat. All cats are microchippped, neutered, current on all vaccines, and FeLV/FIV tested at the time of adoption. All household members and any dogs from the household need to be present at the time of your appointment. The shelter is currently open by appointment only with an approved application. Please note, all applications are considered general and stay on file for 6 months. Specific animals are NOT put on hold for adoption. When you visit, the adoption counselors will be able to make suggestions based on the type of pet you are looking for and help you find the best fit for your family. Animal House Shelter cannot guarantee the breeds of the adoptable animals. The animals are posted on the website as the breed or breed mix based on their physical characteristics they most resemble. We also cannot guarantee the ages of our adoptable animals. We look forward to seeing you soon! Link to the Adoption Application: https://www.animalhouseshelter.com/adopt/ adoption-application/ Animal House Shelter 13005 Ernesti Road Huntley IL, 60142     847-961-5541 phone 847-961-5537 fax Open: Sunday-Friday from 11 AM to 7 PM,  Saturday 9 AM to 7 PM  Connect With Us: Like Us On Facebook   ! Watch Us On YouTube   ! Follow Us On Twitter   ! Adoption Application: https://www.animalhouseshelter.com/adopt/adoption-application Adopt a Pet: https://www.animalhouseshelter.com/adopt/ Directions to Shelter: https://www.animalhouseshelter.com/visit/ Adoptable Dogs: https://www.animalhouseshelter.com/dogs/ Adoptable Cats: https://www.animalhouseshelter.com/cats  November 6, 2024, 11:58 am

I AM IN FOSTER CARE! PLEASE FILL OUT OUR ADOPTION APPLICATION. ONCE APPROVED, PLEASE EMAIL US (INFO@ANIMALHOUSESHELTER.COM) OR GIVE US A CALL AND WE CAN SET UP AN APPOINTMENT FOR YOU TO MEET ME! Born: 12/1/2013 Adoption Donation: $50 Peyton is a gentle, older orange and white tabby looking for a peaceful home where he can settle in at his own pace. He absolutely adores other cats and thrives in their company. While he tolerates dogs, his ideal home would be one that understands his quiet nature and gives him the time he needs to feel comfortable. If you're looking for a loving companion who enjoys the company of other feline friends, Peyton could be the perfect match! All cats are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, and FeLV/FIV tested at the time of adoption. An application is required to view our adoptable pets. All household members and any dogs from the household need to be present at the time of your appointment (unless your dog has had prior exposure to cats).  A photo ID will be required at the time of adoption. Appointments are HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. All applications are considered general. Specific animals are NOT put on hold for adoption. When you visit, our adoption counselors will be able to make suggestions based on the type of pet you are looking for and help you find the best fit for your family. Animal House Shelter cannot guarantee the breeds of the adoptable animals. The animals are posted on the website as the breed or breed mix based on their physical characteristics they most resemble. We also cannot guarantee the ages of our adoptable animals. We look forward to seeing you soon! Link to the Adoption Application: https://www.animalhouseshelter.com/adopt/ adoption-application/ Animal House Shelter 13005 Ernesti Road Huntley IL, 60142     Open: Sunday-Friday from 11 AM to 7 PM  Saturday 9 AM to 7 PM  847-961-5541 phone 847-961-5537 fax Connect With Us: Like Us On Facebook   ! Watch Us On YouTube   ! Follow Us On Twitter   !   Adoption Application: https://www.animalhouseshelter.com/adopt/adoption-application Adopt a Pet: https://www.animalhouseshelter.com/adopt/ Directions to Shelter: https://www.animalhouseshelter.com/visit/ Adoptable Dogs: https://www.animalhouseshelter.com/dogs/ Adoptable Cats: https://www.animalhouseshelter.com/cats/March 18, 2025, 9:42 am