Dog-Friendly Cats for Adoption in Aurora, IL: 30 Cats Good with Dogs
By Cats of the Day · Updated

Rescues and shelters within 25 miles of Aurora have 34 dog-friendly cats up for adoption. Here are the 30 newest, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.
Every cat on this page has been marked by their rescue as good with dogs, so they're a good fit if you already share your home with one.
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1. Smokey
Adult (1 year 5 months) · Female · Domestic Medium Hair (medium coat) · 10 mi from Aurora


I start out a little bashful, but warm up to people quickly. I get along well with other cats and dogs. I love to cuddle with my human, including keeping you warm at night!
Smokey is micro-chipped, up to date on all vaccinations, spayed , and litter box trained.
Smokey' s adoption fee is $135. If you are interested in meeting Smokey, please fill out our Online Application today!
Once your application has been approved, an ARF volunteer will be able to contact you to arrange a meeting.
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
2. Bitty
Adult (1 year 1 month) · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 11 mi from Aurora



Want someone who’s genuinely thrilled every single time you come home? Bitty has you covered!
The moment you open the door, Bitty will come looking for you, ready to welcome you home. From there, expect to have a little shadow following you around the house. He’s incredibly affectionate and loves being near his people, but he’s also perfectly capable of doing his own thing—making him a great combination of cuddly and independent.
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Bitty is also very friendly with other animals. His only problem? He firmly believes that everyone must love him. Sometimes he’s still figuring out that his animal friends may not appreciate quite as much togetherness as he does! He’s only about a year old, though, and he’s still learning those personal-space boundaries.
Sweet, social, young, and full of love, Bitty would be a wonderful companion for someone who wants an affectionate little buddy without needing a cat permanently attached to their lap.
Please copy/paste the link below into a browser window to get started. https://www.starfishanimalrescue.com/adopt/cat-adoption-application
The adoption fee is $140 and includes includes spay, microchip, age appropriate/required vaccinations and any other necessary medical treatment to assure a healthy new cat for your family.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
3. Jazz
Adult (1 year 1 month) · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 11 mi from Aurora



Jazz is a sweet, social girl who desperately wants to be your friend—she’s just still figuring out how to be brave enough to do it!
Jazz absolutely loves other cats and comes running when her foster humans walk through the door. She wants to be wherever the people are and will hang out as close to them as she can. There’s just one catch: as much as Jazz loves people, she’s still scared of being touched.
Read more about Jazz
That certainly doesn’t stop her from trying, though! Jazz plays with toys with her foster humans, comes yelling for them when they get home, and has even gotten brave enough to give them a quick little poke with her nose before running away. Every small interaction is another step toward learning that people can be safe.
Jazz hasn’t had much experience with humans, and even in her short time in foster care, she has already made wonderful progress. She’ll need a patient adopter who is willing to let her build trust at her own pace rather than expecting her to become a cuddly cat overnight.
Because she absolutely adores other cats, Jazz would make a wonderful companion for another kitty. A confident feline friend may even help show her that these strange human creatures aren’t so scary after all!
Please copy/paste the link below into a browser window to get started. https://www.starfishanimalrescue.com/adopt/cat-adoption-application
The adoption fee is $140 and includes includes spay, microchip, age appropriate/required vaccinations and any other necessary medical treatment to assure a healthy new cat for your family.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
4. Harry
Adult (2 years 1 month) · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 11 mi from Aurora



Do you ever feel like you have a little too much personal space? Harry can fix that for you!
Harry is a big love bug who wants nothing more than to be in direct contact with his people. In your lap? Absolutely. Lying on your belly? Even better. Pressed against your arm because being three inches away is simply unacceptable? Obviously.
Read more about Harry
Harry can seem a little nervous when he first meets someone, but all it takes is one pet and suddenly you’re his best friend. Once he decides you’re safe, prepare to have a very affectionate little shadow. Harry also loves other animals and enjoys their company, although, thankfully for them, he understands their personal space a little better than he understands ours!
If you’re looking for a sweet, affectionate companion who believes cuddling should be a full-contact sport, Harry might be your guy
Please copy/paste the link below into a browser window to get started. https://www.starfishanimalrescue.com/adopt/cat-adoption-application
The adoption fee is $140 and includes includes neuter, microchip, age appropriate/required vaccinations and any other necessary medical treatment to assure a healthy new cat for your family.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
5. Kernel
Kitten (4 months 4 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Tabby (short coat) · 10 mi from Aurora








Hi my name is Kernel! I was found all alone in a corn field after the corn had been cut down. A helpful person took me to animal control and from there I found my foster family. Ever since I popped up- I have been an a-maize-ing houseguest. Kernel is friendly and playful! An all around purrfect kitty with so much love and affection for his people. He loves to cuddle up on your lap and is a sucker for belly rubs. He is a young cat - around 16 weeks old and he needs another friendly cat waiting for him at his new home --or adopt a second available cat at the same time to keep him entertained! Kernel is a beautiful buff tabby and his little cherub face just melts your heart. He loves to play with all kinds of toys - and he even has a little catnip plush corn that he will bring with him to his forever home!
Read more about Kernel
We encourage you to consider adopting kittens in pairs! There are several reasons why
Kernel
would do good with a friend, including:
-Two kittens keep each other entertained - they will play and get all their energy out on each other in time for snuggles with you!
-Having two kittens to play with each other prevents "I'm lonely and bored" behavioral issues.
-Watching two kittens wrestle is quite possibly the cutest thing you will ever see.
-The kittens will teach each other "how to cat" and learn to be more social with humans and people.
-You'll save two lives instead of one!
Kernel
is microchipped, up to date on all vaccinations,
neutered
, and litter box trained.
Kernel
's adoption fee is $165. Please note A.R.F. does not approve applications for any kitten under 6 months of age to families that live outside of Illinois and/or beyond 100 miles of Wheaton or Glen Ellyn, IL.
If you are interested in meeting
Kernel
, please fill out our
online kitten adoption application at https://www.arf-il.org/adopt/application/ today!
Once your application has been approved, an A.R.F. volunteer will be able to contact you to arrange a meeting.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
6. Pecan
Kitten (4 months 24 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 11 mi from Aurora




If you're looking for a kitten who will melt your heart, look no further than Pecan! This precious little girl is as sweet as her name and has so much love to give!
Pecan is an incredibly affectionate little sweetheart who absolutely adores attention. She loves being around people and is always happy to soak up some extra love and affection. Her little purr motor seems to run nonstop, especially when she's getting the attention she loves so much! She's the kind of kitten who will make you feel special every single day.
Read more about Pecan
One of Pecan's favorite things to do is curl up in her cat tower and soak up the warm sunshine. When she's not enjoying a little sunbathing, you'll find her playing, chasing, and wrestling with her brother Biscuit and her foster siblings. She loves having kitty friends to share her adventures with!
Interested in meeting Pecan All our cats are in foster homes as we do not have a facility where people can come and meet the cats at any time. The first step is to complete our online application at the link below. Once we have an approved application we can set up an appointment for you to meet her.
Please copy/paste the link below into a browser window to get started.
https://starfishanimalrescue.com/adopt/cat-adoption-application
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
7. Biscuit
Kitten (4 months 10 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 11 mi from Aurora





Meet Biscuit – The Sweetest Little Orange Lovebug! If you're looking for a kitten who will steal your heart, look no further than Biscuit! This handsome orange tabby is truly one of the sweetest, friendliest little guys you will ever meet! He has a heart full of love, a playful personality, and a purr motor that never seems to turn off! Biscuit absolutely adores attention and is always happy to soak up all the love you have to give. Whether you're petting him, cuddling him, or simply spending time with him, he'll reward you with the sweetest purrs. He's the kind of kitten who makes you smile just by being around him! When he's not busy being a little lovebug, Biscuit loves playing, chasing toys, and having fun with his two sisters, Maple and Pecan. The three of them are the cutest little trio! After a busy day of kitten adventures, one of Biscuit's favorite things to do is curl up with his sisters in their cat tower, basking in the warm sunshine and enjoying a cozy afternoon nap. And let's not forget one of Biscuit's greatest loves — Squeeze Up treats! The way to this little guy's heart is definitely through his tummy! He never turns down a tasty treat and will happily enjoy every last lick. Biscuit is the perfect combination of sweet, affectionate, playful, and lovable. He has so much love to give and is ready to share it with a lucky forever family. Whether he's making you laugh with his kitten antics or melting your heart with his endless purrs, Biscuit is sure to fill your home with happiness, cuddles, and unconditional love. One thing is certain — life is just a little sweeter with a Biscuit in it!
Read more about Biscuit
Please copy/paste the link below into a browser window to get started. https://www.starfishanimalrescue.com/adopt/cat-adoption-application
The adoption fee of $175 includes includes neuter, microchip, age appropriate/required vaccinations and any other necessary medical treatment to assure a healthy new cat for your family.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
8. Luke
Kitten (3 months 2 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 10 mi from Aurora


Luke is the cutest little kitten looking for her purr-fect partner in crime! She has an endless desire to play and especially loves playing with other kittens. Once she's burned off her kitten energy, she'll curl up right in your lap for some snuggles. Luke needs to be adopted with her sister Lenny, one of her foster friends Handsome or Pretty, or have another energetic feline friend in her forever home to keep her company.
We encourage you to consider adopting kittens in pairs! There are several reasons why
Luke
would do good with a friend, including:
Read more about Luke
-Two kittens keep each other entertained - they will play and get all their energy out on each other in time for snuggles with you!
-Having two kittens to play with each other prevents "I'm lonely and bored" behavioral issues.
-Watching two kittens wrestle is quite possibly the cutest thing you will ever see.
-The kittens will teach each other "how to cat" and learn to be more social with humans and people.
-You'll save two lives instead of one!
Luke
is microchipped, up to date on all vaccinations, spayed, and litter box trained.
Luke
's adoption fee is $165. Please note A.R.F. does not approve applications for any kitten under 6 months of age to families that live outside of Illinois and/or beyond 100 miles of Wheaton or Glen Ellyn, IL.
If you are interested in meeting
Luke
, please fill out our
online kitten adoption application at https://www.arf-il.org/adopt/application/ today!
Once your application has been approved, an A.R.F. volunteer will be able to contact you to arrange a meeting.
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
9. Tux
Kitten (4 months 7 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 11 mi from Aurora


If you work from home, Tux may just be your perfect coworker. She loves being near her people, although she doesn't necessarily need to be in your lap. She's perfectly content sitting beside you or hanging out at your desk, carefully supervising everything you do. Someone has to make sure you're getting your work done!
Tux can be a timid girl at first and likes to put on a tough, independent act—as if she couldn't possibly care whether you give her attention. But don't let her fool you! Bring out a toy and her personality comes shining through. She loves to play, and watching her come out of her shell is part of what makes her so special.
Read more about Tux
And underneath that independent exterior is a serious little lovebug. Once Tux feels safe and comfortable enough to settle into your lap, you'll discover her secret: this girl can PURR! Get her cozy and that little motor will run like there's no tomorrow.
Please copy/paste the link below into a browser window to get started. https://www.starfishanimalrescue.com/adopt/cat-adoption-application
The adoption fee is $175 and includes includes neuter, microchip, age appropriate/required vaccinations and any other necessary medical treatment to assure a healthy new cat for your family.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
10. Beautiful and Gorgeous
Kitten (3 months 19 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 10 mi from Aurora






Beautiful and Gorgeous are a pair of sisters with big hearts—it might just take them a minute to show it! When you first meet, they might check you out from a safe distance, but don't worry! Beyond those timid first impressions are playful, affectionate shadows who will become your best friends. After they know they're safe, they both turn into total purr-machines who will happily curl up in your lap every chance they get.
Give Beautiful and Gorgeous a chance and these sweet girls will win your over with their affectionate personalities!
Read more about Beautiful and Gorgeous
We encourage you to consider adopting kittens in pairs! There are several reasons why Beautiful would do good with a friend, including:
-Two kittens keep each other entertained - they will play and get all their energy out on each other in time for snuggles with you!
-Having two kittens to play with each other prevents "I'm lonely and bored" behavioral issues.
-Watching two kittens wrestle is quite possibly the cutest thing you will ever see.
-The kittens will teach each other "how to cat" and learn to be more social with humans and people.
-You'll save two lives instead of one!
Beautiful and Gorgeous are microchipped, up to date on all vaccinations, spayed, and litter box trained.
Beautiful and Gorgeous's combined adoption fee is $330 ($165 each). Please note A.R.F. does not approve applications for any kitten under 6 months of age to families that live outside of Illinois and/or beyond 100 miles of Wheaton or Glen Ellyn, IL.
If you are interested in meeting Beautiful and Gorgeous, please fill out our online kitten adoption application at https://www.arf-il.org/adopt/application/ today!
Once your application has been approved, an A.R.F. volunteer will be able to contact you to arrange a meeting.
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- Adopt together
11. Mikayla
Kitten (3 months 1 day) · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 20 mi from Aurora



Mikayla is a very cute little spunky female white and brown tabby. She is a curious gal who loves to play wiht her foster siblings. She would do best in a home with another cat so she can continue to have a friend and playmate. She is great with kids and dogs as well. She is very friendly as well and loves pets and cuddles. Although she also loves laying in her cat tree by the window. She is a pretty quiet girl and does take a little while to warm up to a new environment. She is fixed, up to date on vaccines, and chipped.
Her adoption fee is $225
To adopt Mikayla, fill out an application at www.kakf.org/forms
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
12. Soul Surfer
Adult (5 years 1 month) · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 10 mi from Aurora







Hang loose, everyone—Soul Surfer is a 5-year-old black-and-white gentleman who’s always ready to catch the next wave of adventure!
This curious guy loves to explore and find out what kind of fun is happening nearby. When he’s not busy adventuring, Soul Surfer is happy to switch gears and enjoy some good old-fashioned playtime and snuggles. He even seems pretty chill about being carried for short periods—talk about going with the flow!
Read more about Soul Surfer
Soul Surfer is great with kids and appears to do well with both dogs and other cats when introductions are slow, thoughtful, and respectful. He’s the kind of laid-back dude who just needs a little time to find his footing before settling into the groove.
If you’re looking for a playful, affectionate, adventurous companion with a “no worries, just vibes” attitude, Soul Surfer might be your perfect match.
Soul Surfer is micro-chipped, up to date on all vaccinations, neutered, and litter box trained.
Soul Surfer's adoption fee is $ 135. If you are interested in meeting Soul Surfer, please fill out our Online Application today!
Once your application has been approved, an ARF volunteer will be able to contact you to arrange a meeting.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
13. Elue
Kitten (2 months 11 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 20 mi from Aurora



Elue is a very sweet little kitten. He loves to play with his siblings and is constantly chasing toys and strings. He will need to be adopted into a home with another cat or better yet with one of his sibilings. He is great with dogs as well and loves to play with kids. He has gorgeous tabby markings. When he is not playing he enjoys snuggling up with his people for a good nap. He is fixed, up to date on vaccines, and microchipped.
His adoption fee is $225 ($400 if adopted as a pair)
To adopt Elue, fill out an application at www.kakf.org/forms
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
14. Eden
Kitten (2 months 11 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 20 mi from Aurora


Eden is a very friendly little black panther. She can be a little shy at first but once she warms up she loves to play. She chases her siblings around and loves to chase string toys. She is great with other cats and would do best in a home with another cat or can be adopted with one of her siblings. She is fine with dogs as well and will warm up to kids, especially if they offer to play with her. She is fixed, up to date on vaccines, and chipped.
Her adoption fee is $225 ($400 if adopted as a pair)
To adopt Eden, fill out an application at www.kakf.org/forms
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
15. Ender
Kitten (2 months 11 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 20 mi from Aurora


Ender is a sweet, beautiful brown tabby. He has the best markings and really stands out from his siblings. He loves other cats and playing with his siblings is one of his favorite things to do. He would do best in a home with another cat or would really love to stay with one of his sibilings. He is great with dogs and kids as well. He is fixed, up to date on vaccines, and microchipped.
His adoption fee is $225 ($400 if adopted as a pair)
To adopt Ender, fill out an application at www.kakf.org/forms
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
16. Ezio
Kitten (2 months 11 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 20 mi from Aurora



Ezio is a very sweet, male black cat. He might have a grumpy face but he really just wants to snuggle and be loved on by everyone. He is great with other cats and would do best in a home with another cat or better yet adopted with one of his siblings. He is fine with dogs and loves to play with kids. He is fixed, up to date on vaccines, and chipped.
His adoption fee is $225 ($400 if adopted as a pair)
To adopt Ezio, fill out an application at www.kakf.org/forms
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
17. Eva
Kitten (2 months 11 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 20 mi from Aurora


Eva is a shy little tuxedo girl. She loves to play with her toys and run around with her siblings but it does take her awhile to warm up to new people. She is fine with dogs and kids but again has a more timid personality so she might need some time to adjust to an energetic household. She is fixed, up to date on vaccines and fixed. Due to her shy nature she will need to be adopted into a home with another cat or one of her siblings.
Her adoption fee is $225 ($400 if adopted as a pair)
To adopt Eva, fill out an application at www.kakf.org/forms
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
18. Ezlyn
Young (1 year 9 months) · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 20 mi from Aurora



Ezlyn is a wonderful female tabby cat. She has one of the best temperaments we've seen and has been the best mom. She is a young girl herself but raised some very sweet little kittens and now is ready to enjoy being an empty nester. She is amazing with other cats, loves all people of all ages, and is fine with respectful dogs. She loves attention and is very affectionate and snuggly. She will make a great companion to almost every home. She is fixed, up to date on vaccines, and chipped.
Her adoption fee is $200
To adopt Ezlyn, fill out an application at www.kakf.org/forms
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
19. Sweetie Pie and Larry BONDED PAIR
Kitten (4 months 3 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 10 mi from Aurora






Some friendships are simply meant to be, and Sweetie Pie and Larry are living proof. Sweetie Pie's story began with heartbreak. Born the runt of her litter, she was the only kitten to survive after losing all her siblings to what veterinarians believed may have been fading kitten syndrome. Despite such a difficult beginning, this brave little girl grew into the sweetest, most affectionate kitten. Her foster mom brought her to work, surrounded her with love, and introduced her to other cats so she would never have to feel alone. But even after meeting several foster kittens, something was still missing. That was until Larry came along.
Read more about Sweetie Pie and Larry BONDED PAIR
From the moment they met, their connection was undeniable. Larry became the very first kitten Sweetie Pie ever cuddled with, and the two have been inseparable ever since. Whether they're curled up together for a nap, snuggling in their foster mom's lap, or purring themselves to sleep beside her at night, these two have mastered the art of loving and being loved. They're incredibly affectionate, playful, confident, and always ready to make a new friend. Both have been well-socialized with people, other cats, and even their foster family's Chihuahua!
Sweetie Pie and Larry have already experienced how beautiful life can be when you're surrounded by love, patience, and kindness. Now, they're ready for the next chapter of their story, one where they can grow up together in a forever home. They're looking for a family who has plenty of cuddles to give, doesn't mind sharing their bed with two little purring machines, and understands that some bonds are simply too special to separate. After everything Sweetie Pie has overcome, finding Larry was her happy beginning. Could you be the family that gives them their happily ever after?
Please note: Sweetie Pie and Larry are a bonded pair, meaning that they must go to a home together. There are several reasons why Sweetie Pie and Larry would do well in a home together.
-Two kittens keep each other entertained
- They will play and get all their energy out on each other in time for snuggles with you!
- Having two kittens to play with each other prevents "I'm lonely and bored" behavioral issues.
- Watching two kittens wrestle is quite possibly the cutest thing you will ever see.
- The kittens will teach each other "how to cat" and learn to be more social with humans and people.
- You'll save two lives instead of one!
Sweetie Pie and Larry are microchipped, up-to-date on all vaccinations, spayed/neutered, and litter box trained. Sweetie Pie and Larry’s combined adoption fee is $330 ($165 x 2). If you are interested in meeting them, please fill out our Online Application today! Once your application has been approved, an ARF volunteer will be able to contact you to arrange a meeting.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
- Adopt together
20. Tom
Kitten (4 months 10 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 20 mi from Aurora


Tom is a fiesty little boy. He is a gorgeous, fluffy black kitten who loves to play with his siblings and his favorite game is pounce and wrestle. Once he has spent his energy he does love a good snuggle for his nap. He will need to be adopted into a home with another cat or better yet with one of his foster siblings. He is great with all the people and loves to play with kids. He is also unbothered by dogs as well. He is now fixed, up to date on vaccines, and microchipped.
His adoption fee is $225 ($400 if adopted as a pair)
To adopt Tom, fill out an application at www.kakf.org/forms
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
21. Happy
Kitten (4 months 22 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 20 mi from Aurora


Happy is just that...a happy little kitten. He is just loving life. He has a feisty side and loves to rough house with his siblings. He will need another cat in his home or better yet can be adopted with one of his siblings. He is great with dogs and kids as well. He is fixed, up to date on vaccines, and chipped.
His adoption fee is $225 ($400 if adopted as a pair)
To adopt Happy, fill out an application at www.kakf.org/forms
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
22. Dopey
Kitten (4 months 22 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 20 mi from Aurora



Dopey is our sweet little shy boy. He fit his name very well. He does love to play and chases his siblings around. He will need another cat in his forever home as a buddy or better yet can be adopted with one of his outgoing siblings. Once he gets settled though he is a very sweet boy who does love to snuggle. He is fine with kids although slightly older kids would be better, and he will most likely be fine with a calmer dog. He is fixed, up to date on vacines, and microchipped.
His adoption fee is $225 ($400 if adopted as a pair)
To adopt Dopey, fill out an application at www.kakf.org/forms
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
23. Grumpy
Kitten (4 months 22 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 20 mi from Aurora




Grumpy is a little stinker who loves to hide and then ambush his siblings into a wrestling match. He has a lot of energy and will need another young cat or kitten to keep up with him. He loves to climb the cat tree and gets the zoomie often. He is fine with dogs and kids as well. He is fixed, up to date on vaccines, and microchipped.
His adoption fee is $225 ($400 if adopted as a pair)
To adopt Grumpy, fill out an application at www.kakf.org/forms
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
24. Steamy
Young (9 months) · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 11 mi from Aurora


Steamy is a sweet young tabby girl who LOVES to play and will want to snuggle up with you, too. She will want to be a cherished part of your family and would do well as an only cat who gets lots of attention or with another feline-friendly sibling. Once she blossoms she has the makings of becoming a YouTube star, although shed prefer plenty of petting and playtime with you.
Read more about Steamy
If you're searching for a loving cat who will fill your home with purrs, companionship, and endless sweetness, Steamy is ready to meet you! All our cats are in foster homes as we do not have a facility where people can come and meet the cats at any time. The first step is to complete our online application at the link below. Once we have an approved application we can set up an appointment for you to meet her. Please copy/paste the link below into a browser window to get started.
https://www.starfishanimalrescue.com/adopt/cat-adoption-application
The adoption fee of $140 includes spay, microchip, age appropriate/ required vaccinations and any other necessary medical treatment to assure a healthy new cat for your family.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
25. Springy
Adult (1 year 2 months) · Female · Domestic Medium Hair (medium coat) · 11 mi from Aurora


Springy is an adorable, petite, medium coat beautiful girl! She is thought to be about 8 months old. She would do well in a quieter home where she can blossom! She will make a great companion with her sweet disposition.
Read more about Springy
If you're searching for a loving cat who will fill your home with purrs, companionship, and endless sweetness, Springy is ready to meet you! All our cats are in foster homes as we do not have a facility where people can come and meet the cats at any time. The first step is to complete our online application at the link below. Once we have an approved application we can set up an appointment for you to meet her. Please copy/paste the link below into a browser window to get started.
https://www.starfishanimalrescue.com/adopt/cat-adoption-application
The adoption fee of $140 includes spay, microchip, age appropriate/ required vaccinations and any other necessary medical treatment to assure a healthy new cat for your family.
Although we make the best guess on the breed of our cats, because they come from shelters, we can never be completely certain of the genetic makeup of the cat. All we can tell you for sure is that they are 100% RESCUED!
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
26. Zeppy
Young (1 year) · Female · Domestic Long Hair (long coat) · 11 mi from Aurora


Zeppy is a beautiful medium hair cat with a gorgeous tail and shiny coat. She was one of five cats living in a van when she was surrendered to Starfish. The night before she was to go in for spay surgery, she surprised us with two precious babies. Still a kitten herself, she nonetheless became an amazing, attentive and loving mom. With her adorable babies now adopted into their loving, forever home, she has reclaimed high-energy kitten status for herself. Don’t let her initial shyness fool you, she doesn’t just play, she PLAYS! Her specialties include jumping and pouncing.
Read more about Zeppy
She would do well with another high-energy, friendly cat who would like to tumble around with her. She would also be good as an only cat with a family that could give her a lot of attention, play time, and love.
All our cats are in foster homes as we do not have a facility where people can come and meet the cats at any time. The first step is to complete our online application at the link below. Once we have an approved application we can set up an appointment for you to meet her. Please copy/paste the link below into a browser window to get started.
https://www.starfishanimalrescue.com/adopt/cat-adoption-application
Clicking the "Start your Inquiry" button is internal to Petfinder, and will only delay the process - please copy the link above to our application to start the process.
The adoption fee of $140 includes spay, microchip, age appropriate/ required vaccinations and any other necessary medical treatment to assure a healthy new cat for your family.
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
27. Trixie
Young (6 months) · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 10 mi from Aurora










Trixie is an absolute doll! She will make a wonderful companion! Not only is she stunning with her beautiful eyes and soft, shiny coat-she is so low key and low maintenance.
She is independent enough to be an only pet. She does get along great with her foster kitties and big dog.
She's everything you'd want in a pet! Playful, has a very fun personality, curios, quiet, tidy, gentle, and loving.
Please consider adding this wonderful cat to your family!
Trixie
is microchipped, up to date on all vaccinations,
spayed
, and litter box trained.
Read more about Trixie
Trixie
's adoption fee is $135. Please note A.R.F. does not approve applications for any kitten under 6 months of age to families that live outside of Illinois and/or beyond 100 miles of Wheaton or Glen Ellyn, IL.
If you are interested in meeting
Trixie
, please fill out our
online kitten adoption application at https://www.arf-il.org/adopt/application/ today!
Once your application has been approved, an A.R.F. volunteer will be able to contact you to arrange a meeting.
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
28. Rip
Kitten (6 months) · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 20 mi from Aurora





Rip is a very sweet young man. He is still a little shy and working on coming out of his shell but he is food motivated and can be won over with treats. He is very vocal as well and will not let you miss dinner time. He is great with other cats and he and his brother Kayce are now bonded and must be adopted together. We are unsure of dogs but would most likely be fine with a calm, disinterested dog. He will probably be fine with kids as well once he gets used to them. He is fixed, up to date on vaccines, and chipped. He will need to be adopted into a home with another cat or with one of his siblings.
Read more about Rip
Their adoption fee is $400 for the pair
To adopt Rip and Kayce, fill out an applicaiton at www.kakf.org/forms
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
29. Thane
Kitten (6 months) · Male · Domestic Medium Hair (medium coat) · 20 mi from Aurora







Thane is a very sweet young man who loves to play and be held. Thane is a medium haired black cat and he and his foster brother, Buck, have become best friends and are now bonded and must be adopted together. He has a curious spirit and enjoys a good treat. He would most likely be okay with respectful dogs with the right introduction and he is great with kids. He is fixed, up to date on vaccines, and chipped.
Their adoption fee is $400 for the pair
To adopt Thane and Buck, fill out an applicaiton at www.kakf.org/forms
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
30. River
Kitten (5 months 14 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · 20 mi from Aurora





River is an adorable little fawn colored tabby cat. She has the biggest attitude out of her group of siblings. She is a sweet girl, but likes things on her terms. She isn't a huge cuddler but does enjoy pets. She loves to play with toys and chase her siblings around. She needs to be adopted into a home with another cat or with one of her siblings. She is fine with kids and dogs as well but would appreciate kids that understand her boundaires. She is fixed, up to date on vaccines, and microchipped.
Her adoption fee is $225 ($400 if adopted as a pair)
To adopt River, fill out an application at www.kakf.org/forms
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
Bringing a cat home to your dog
Tell the rescue about your dog: their size, age and energy. A cat who has lived with a calm dog may still be nervous around a bouncy puppy.
Introduce them slowly. Keep the cat in a room of their own for the first few days, swap bedding so they get used to each other's scent, and then let them meet with the dog on a leash.
Make sure the cat can always get somewhere the dog can't reach, and keep the litter box and food bowls out of the dog's way.
Rescues with dog-friendly cats near Aurora
- Kat & Kritters FoundationHinckley, il · 14 dog-friendly cats above
- Starfish Animal RescuePlainfield, IL · 9 dog-friendly cats above
- Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF-IL)Wheaton, IL · 7 dog-friendly cats above
Questions about adopting dog-friendly cats in Aurora
How many dog-friendly cats are up for adoption in Aurora?
As of October 29, 2026, rescues and shelters within 25 miles of Aurora, Illinois, have 34 dog-friendly cats up for adoption. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a dog-friendly cat in Aurora?
The rescues with the most dog-friendly cats near Aurora right now are Kat & Kritters Foundation (Hinckley, il), Starfish Animal Rescue (Plainfield, IL) and Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF-IL) (Wheaton, IL). Each cat above has the rescue's phone number and website.
How do I introduce a cat to my dog?
Slowly. Give the cat a room of their own for a few days, let them get used to each other's scent first, then let them meet with the dog on a leash, rewarding calm behavior. Always give the cat an escape route.
Listings are updated daily. Rescues are responsible for their own listings; a cat may have been adopted since this page was updated.