Adult Cats for Adoption in Chicago, IL: 30 Grown-Up Cats Looking for a Home

Sven just arrived at our cat center and started out very shy, hiding behind his blankets. As soon as he realized he was safe, he allowed himself to soak up all of the love our volunteers have to give. Sven comes out of his hiding spot as soon as we open his condo door. He leans his head into hands for pets, and immediately starts making biscuits and purring. He is one of those cats that likes to make sure that you are petting him with both hands!

Given his background, Sven needs a quiet home where he will be able to settle in at his own pace. He would likely do well with another cat in the home, but at this time dogs and young kids would be too much for him. He does give an occasional love bite when you are petting him, so his adopters should know how to gently redirect. We rescued him from his previous situation, but you can save him by giving him the loving home that he deserves.

Svengoolie
is micro-chipped, up to date on all vaccinations,
neutered
, and litter box trained.

Svengoolie
's adoption fee is $135. If you are interested in meeting
Svengoolie
, 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.

Unfortunately, Piquad’s former owner left the country and simply left him behind. We’re pretty sure Piquad would have preferred a going-away party, a suitcase full of treats, or at the very least, a forwarding address! Instead, this lovely boy is looking for a fresh start with someone who understands that a cat is family, not something you leave behind when life takes you somewhere new.

Piquad is ready to put his unfortunate past behind him and focus on the important things in life: cozy naps, gentle affection, quality cuddle time, and a human who appreciates having a fluffy little shadow following them around. He’s got plenty of love to give and is just waiting for someone to give him a permanent place in their heart and home.

If you’ve been dreaming of a sweet, mellow companion who will make your home feel warmer and your couch feel more occupied, Piquad would like to submit his application. He promises to bring the purrs. You provide the snuggles.

Piquad is ready to love you for life. Let’s make sure this time, forever really means forever.

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Lucy’s past is a mystery, but we are confident that she has a bright future ahead of her. Could you be the one to give her the loving home that she deserves?

Lucy is micro-chipped, up to date on all vaccinations,
spayed
, and litter box trained.

Lucy's adoption fee is $135. If you are interested in meeting Lucy, 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.

Benji is micro-chipped, up to date on all vaccinations,
neutered
, and litter box trained.

Benji's adoption fee is $135. If you are interested in meeting Benji, 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.

Whether they’re snuggled up side by side or showing off their unique personalities, these two make the perfect pair. They share a special bond that’s impossible not to fall in love with, and they’re ready to find a forever home where they can stay together and fill your days with cuddles, playtime, and endless love.

Sweden and Shrimp

are micro-chipped, up to date on all vaccinations,
neutered
, and litter box trained.

Sweden and Shrimp

's combined adoption fee is $270 ($135 each). If you are interested in meeting Sweden and Shrimp, 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.

But Denny isn't just a pretty face. She's a gentle, sensitive girl who happens to be quite shy around people. She's not one to rush forward demanding attention, and she prefers to observe the world from a safe, comfortable spot until she feels confident enough to venture out.

There is, however, one thing that can make Denny forget some of her reservations—canned food! This lovely lady has a healthy appreciation for a delicious meal, and food may well be the secret to winning her trust.

Denny also gets along fine with other cats. She's comfortable sharing her space with feline companions, which could make a home with other calm, friendly cats a good fit for her.

What Denny needs most is a patient, understanding person who will appreciate her for who she is. Someone who won't expect instant affection or rush her into interactions, but will give her the freedom to settle in, feel secure, and build trust at her own pace.

Watching a shy cat gradually become comfortable is a special kind of reward, and Denny deserves someone willing to give her that opportunity.

If you have a peaceful home, a patient heart, and a soft spot for beautiful, sensitive cats, Denny might be the girl you've been waiting for.

She may not fall in love with you on the first day, but with time, kindness, and perhaps a little canned food, a beautiful friendship could begin!

One of Benny's favorite places is her cat tree, where she can stretch out, relax, and keep an eye on everything happening around her. Whether she's perched up high surveying her surroundings or simply enjoying a comfortable afternoon nap, Benny knows how to make herself at home.

And when it's time for dinner? Well, that's an entirely different story! Benny absolutely loves her canned food! A delicious meal is definitely one of the quickest ways to earn her appreciation.

Benny also gets along well with other cats, making her a wonderful candidate for a home with feline companions. She's comfortable sharing her space and would be equally happy in a home where she can enjoy plenty of human attention.

What makes Benny special is her lovely balance of sociability and independence. She's friendly without being demanding, enjoys companionship without needing constant entertainment, and has a gentle, pleasant presence that makes her easy to love.

If you're looking for a beautiful, friendly companion who appreciates a cozy cat tree, a tasty dinner, and the company of good friends, Benny might be just the girl you've been waiting for!

Give her a comfortable perch, a little affection, and her favorite canned food, and Benny will feel right at home!

If you're looking for a cat who genuinely enjoys human companionship, Fuzzy Tail is your girl! She loves attention, welcomes affection, and is always happy to spend some quality time with the people she loves.

Of course, even the most devoted cuddlebug needs a little personal time, and Fuzzy Tail has a favorite retreat—her cat tree! Whether she's lounging on a comfortable platform, surveying the room from above, or simply enjoying a peaceful afternoon, her cat tree is her happy place. A nice tall cat tree in her forever home would certainly earn you extra points!

When it comes to other cats, Fuzzy Tail is wonderfully easygoing. She gets along just fine with her feline roommates, although she doesn't seem particularly interested in making them the center of her world. She's perfectly content to share her space with other cats while focusing most of her affection on her humans.

That makes her a lovely candidate for either a home with other friendly, respectful cats or a home where she can enjoy being the center of attention.

With her sweet personality, affectionate nature, and charmingly fluffy appearance, Fuzzy Tail has all the makings of a wonderful companion.

If you've been dreaming of a friendly little sweetheart who loves cuddles, appreciates a good cat tree, and will happily make herself at home in your heart, Fuzzy Tail is waiting to meet you!

Dislikes: the vacuum (vacuums don’t exist outside so they are still new to this girl)

Okay with kids?: She hasn’t met kids in her foster home but is very sweet and friendly, so most likely!

Okay with other pets?: Her fosters are still working on slow intros with their resident cat and 50lb dog. So far, Jelly has done well with them from a distance.

Want to see more of Jelly? Head to @60647_fosterfam on Instagram

Angelica is micro-chipped, up to date on all vaccinations, spayed, and litter box trained.

Angelica's adoption fee is $135. If you are interested in meeting her, 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.

Sweet, playful, easygoing, and oh-so-loving, Shake and Bake is wrapped up in the purrfect kitty package! If you’re looking for a friendly feline who will happily reach out and take your hand and your heart—she may be your girl!

Shake & Bake is micro-chipped, up to date on all vaccinations, spayed, and litter box trained.

Shake & Bake's adoption fee is $ 135. If you are interested in meeting Shake & Bake, 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.

Estimated to be around one year old, Stella was rescued from the streets of Chicago and is ready to find a forever home where she can feel safe, loved, and be someone’s constant cuddle buddy.

Sashi is micro-chipped, up to date on all vaccinations, spayed, and litter box trained.
Stella's adoption fee is $135. If you are interested in meeting Stella, 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.

But underneath all that confidence is a sweet guy who genuinely enjoys affection—especially when it's delivered in the form of ear scratches and face rubs. He just prefers to be in charge of the scheduling.

Milkdud isn't looking for someone to smother him with attention. He's looking for someone who appreciates a cat with a big body, a big personality and a very clear set of operating instructions.

Think you can handle the DUD? Come meet Milkdud and see if you have what it takes to become his favorite human.

Fair warning: once Milkdud moves in, he may assume he's the manager.

To offer me a loving home, please call the nice people at Touched By An Animal/Cats-Are-Purrsons-Too at (773)728-6336, or e-mail them at TBA@touchedbyananimal.org.

Well… West has committed the terrible crime of growing. He's almost full-sized, so people tend to walk right past him thinking he's an adult. But make no mistake—he is still very much a kitten, complete with zoomies, curiosity and plenty of classic orange-cat shenanigans.

West has a few important opinions: Temptation treats? YES. Fresh chicken? ABSOLUTELY. Being picked up? Hard pass. He'd much rather climb into your lap himself, which frankly is a perfectly reasonable boundary.

West has already come such a long way. Now he just needs the final chapter: a family of his own.

If you're looking for a playful, affectionate, curious orange boy with a big personality and an even bigger heart, come meet West! He may be almost full-grown, but there's still plenty of kitten left in this boy—and he is ready to find his forever home. i

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Beetle is quiet and shy at first. She may not be the cat who runs up to greet you or immediately demands attention. But give her time to trust you, and you’ll discover the incredibly sweet girl hiding underneath that cautious exterior.

She has spent far too much time being passed over because people see her little wobble and assume she’s somehow “different.” She is different—but only in the best way. ❤️

Beetle doesn’t need to be fixed. She doesn’t need to be rescued from herself. She just needs someone patient enough to let her show you who she really is.

Could you be Beetle’s person?

If you have a little patience and a lot of love to give, come meet Beetle and give this sweet girl the chance she’s been waiting for. She may need a little time to choose you—but we think she’ll be worth the wait.

Beetle is ready for a forever home. Could that home be yours?

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She’s beautiful, confident, opinionated and completely convinced that she is the CEO of her household. We’re not going to argue with her.

She’s looking for a home where she can be the star of the show, have a human all to herself, and be loved for the big personality that makes her so special. ❤️

If you like your cats with a little sass, a lot of love, and absolutely no interest in being told what to do, she may be your girl.

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What she really needs now is something she hasn’t had in a while: security, patience, and a forever home. She’s not looking for anything fancy—just someone who will give her time to settle in, let her come out of her shell at her own pace, and show her that good things can happen too.

After all she’s been through, this sweet girl deserves a happy ending. Could you be the person who gives it to her? ❤️

To offer me a loving home, please call the nice people at Touched By An Animal/Cats-Are-Purrsons-Too at (773)728-6336, or e-mail them at TBA@touchedbyananimal.org.

You can find Sashi at A.R.F’s cat center at Wheaton PetSmart.

Sashi is micro-chipped, up to date on all vaccinations, spayed, and litter box trained.

Sashi's adoption fee is $ 135. If you are interested in meeting Sashi, 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.

She hasn’t had the chance to meet dogs, cats, or children yet, so we don’t know exactly how she’ll feel about them. But given her easygoing personality, she may do well with furry or human siblings when introduced slowly and thoughtfully.

Paula is ready to trade the shelter life for a forever home where she can be loved, adored, and treated like the glamorous little queen she is.

If you’re looking for a beautiful, sweet, low-drama companion with serious star quality, Paula may be your girl!

Paula is microchipped, up-to-date on all vaccinations, spayed, and litter box trained. Paula’s adoption fee is $135. If you are interested in meeting her, 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.

Dairy Queen is micro-chipped, up to date on all vaccinations, spayed, and litter box trained.

Dairy Queen's adoption fee is $ 135. If you are interested in meeting Dairy Queen, 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.

Wembley has experienced a lot of change recently, including losing the only home he has ever known. He can become startled by loud noises or an environment that is very chaotic. While he warms up quickly, the best home for him would be one where his new owners allow him to settle in at his own pace. You will be rewarded with an affectionate companion!

Wembley is micro-chipped, up to date on all vaccinations, neutered, and litter box trained.

Wembley's adoption fee is $135. If you are interested in meeting Wembley, 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.

Anya (F, tabby) is a total sweetheart who wears her heart on her tiny paws! She loves cuddling, playing with wand toys, and finding any excuse to be near her favorite people. She'll weave between your legs to say hello and offer the sweetest little meows when she's looking for attention. Anya is ready to fill her forever home with affection, companionship, and plenty of purrs!
Dimitri (M, white) is a shy little gentleman who just needs some time to let his personality shine. He's not the type to rush into cuddles, but he loves lounging near his people and being part of the action from a comfortable distance. Once he feels safe, he may just surprise you with how much love he has to give! Dimitri loves wrestling with his sister, following her wherever she goes, and chasing laser pointers and wire toys. He also enjoys birdwatching from a window, where he can keep an eye on all the exciting things happening outside.

Anya and Dimitri balance each other beautifully. Anya is the outgoing sweetheart, while Dimitri is the thoughtful observer who finds comfort in her confidence. They share a special bond filled with playtime, companionship, and sibling shenanigans.
If you have room in your heart for a cuddly lovebug and a shy boy who just needs someone willing to earn his trust, Anya and Dimitri might be the perfect pair for you!

Both cats are microchipped, up to date on all vaccinations, spayed/neutered , and litter box trained.

Their combined fee is $270 ($135x2). If you are interested in meeting Anya & Dimitri, 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.

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.

For now, you can find me at PetSmart Oswego, patiently waiting for someone to look through the glass and realize that I might just be the boy they’ve been looking for.

Maybe you came in for cat food. Maybe you came in for a toy. But maybe you’ll leave knowing you just found your new best friend.

Kebob is micro-chipped, up to date on all vaccinations, neutered, and litter box trained.

Kebob's adoption fee is 135. If you are interested in meeting Kebob, 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.

Mr. Cool would prefer to be the only cat in his forever home, which just means he gets to save all of his love and personality for you! His compatibility with dogs is currently unknown.

If you’re looking for a sweet, affectionate companion with plenty of personality who will happily become your new best friend, Mr. Cool may be the perfect addition to your home. Come visit him at PetSmart Naperville – 111th and see if this lovable guy is the one you’ve been waiting for!

Mr. Cool

is micro-chipped, up to date on all vaccinations,
neutered
, and litter box trained.

Mr. Cool

's adoption fee is $135. If you are interested in meeting Mr. Cool, 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.

Paulie can be adopted on his own, with a cat friend from his foster home (Richie, Brodie, Spookie) or into a home with a current cat. He needs a gentle loving family with respectful children or an adult household that will give him the low key attention he craves."

Paulie is micro-chipped, up to date on all vaccinations,
neutered
, and litter box trained.

Paulie's adoption fee is $135. If you are interested in meeting Paulie, 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.

Nelson loves playing with string toys and finding a cozy spot by the window where he can watch the world outside. He enjoys having a quiet, comfortable place to relax and would love a home where he can take his time settling in and show you what a wonderful companion he can be.

Nelson is microchipped, up to date on all vaccinations, neutered, and litter box trained. His adoption fee is $135.

If you are interested in meeting Nelson, 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.