Looking to adopt a pet? Here are 7 charming cats to adopt now in Chicago
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Looking to add a new companion to the family? There are dozens of lovable kitties up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Chicago, so you won't have to look far to find the perfect new pal.
Hoodline used data from Petfinder to power this roundup of cats available for adoption near you. Read on to meet some friendly, furry locals.
(Details like pet availability, training, vaccinations and other features are based on data provided by Petfinder and may be subject to change; contact the shelter for the latest information.)
Mauve, domestic shorthair mix
Mauve is an adorable female domestic shorthair mix currently residing at Friends of Chicago Animal Care & Control. She's spayed, and she has had all her shots. Fear not: She's already house-trained. Read more about how to adopt Mauve on Petfinder.
Izzy, domestic longhair mix
Izzy is a female domestic longhair mix currently housed at Friends of Chicago Animal Care & Control. Izzy needs special time to bond with you: She will need a home free of other cats, dogs and kids. She's vaccinated and spayed. Good news: She is already house-trained. Notes from Izzy's caretakers: Read more about Izzy on Petfinder.
She is currently being well-cared for at the Roscoe Village PetSmart, but she would much prefer a quiet home of her own as the only pet where she is able to relax and prove what a sweet and gentle girl we know she really is.
Star, calico mix
Star is a lovable female calico mix staying at Friends of Chicago Animal Care & Control. Star is a social butterfly, and she'll get along great with kids, dogs or cats. She is already house-trained. Her vaccinations are already up to date, and she is spayed. Here's what Star's friends at Friends of Chicago Animal Care & Control think of her: Read more about Star on Petfinder.
Star truly lives up to her name, as she is the star of the show and household. Her bright, shining personality fills every corner of the room and will always bring a smile to your face.
Sketch, domestic shorthair and tabby mix
Sketch is a female domestic shorthair and tabby mix being kept at Feline Friends Chicago. Sketch will get along great with your children, cats or dogs. Her vaccinations are already up to date, and she is spayed. She's already house-trained. Here's what Sketch's friends at Feline Friends Chicago think of her: Read more about Sketch on Petfinder.
She's extra vocal, and our favorite is her "war cry" when she's about to pounce on a toy — she's so small and friendly that this will make you crack up every time you hear it.
Scribbles, tuxedo and domestic shorthair mix
Scribbles is a sweet male tuxedo and domestic shorthair mix currently housed at Feline Friends Chicago. Scribbles plays well with others, and he's happy to keep company with dogs, cats and children. No need to worry: He's already house-trained. He has been vaccinated and neutered. Scribbles' current caretakers say: Apply to adopt Scribbles today at Petfinder.
We'll let you know right off the bat: this guy is super cuddly.
Barsiac, domestic shorthair
Barsiac is a lovable male domestic shorthair cat in the care of Chicago Cat Rescue. Barsiac is a social butterfly — he gets along well with dogs, cats and children. He is already house-trained. He's been vaccinated and neutered. Barsiac is a special needs pet, so please inquire about his specific care requirements. From Barsiac's current caretaker: Apply to adopt Barsiac today at Petfinder.
Maybe he's so joyful now because he knows what it means to be homeless. Maybe he simply came into this world with a stellar temperament. All we know is that ever since we pulled him from our local animal control, our sweet Barisac is one happy cat!
Sookie, domestic shorthair
Sookie is a female domestic shorthair cat being cared for at Friends of Petraits. Sookie loves other cats and dogs. She already has had all of her shots, and she is spayed. Fear not: She is already house-trained. Notes from Sookie's caretakers: Read more about how to adopt Sookie on Petfinder.
This tiny cat makes up for her size with her lion-like personality. She takes a little while to warm up to people, but when she does, she gives you her all.
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