Cats for Adoption in Winnebago County, IL: 30 Cats Looking for a Home

103 cats and kittens are waiting for homes at 3 rescues and shelters within 50 miles of the middle of Winnebago County. Here are 30 of the newest arrivals, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.

Of the cats up for adoption within 50 miles of the middle of Winnebago County, 69 kittens, 27 young cats and 7 adults. Most are domestic shorthairs and other mixed breeds, but you'll also find Bombay cats.

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1. Talasyn

Kitten (4 months 5 days) · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)

Talasyn, a male Tabby kitten up for adoption

Born: June 23, 2026

Adoption Donation: $300

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.

2. Sol

Kitten (4 months 5 days) · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)

Sol, a male Tabby kitten up for adoption

Born: June 23, 2026

I am Polydactyl

Adoption Donation: $300

All cats are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, and FeLV/FIV tested at the time of adoption.

3. Sanica

Kitten (4 months 5 days) · Female · Domestic Short Hair (short coat)

Born: June 23, 2026

Adoption Donation: $300

All cats are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, and FeLV/FIV tested at the time of adoption.

4. Gaheris

Kitten (4 months 5 days) · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)

Gaheris, a male Tabby kitten up for adoption

Born: June 23, 2026

Adoption Donation: $300

All cats are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, and FeLV/FIV tested at the time of adoption.

5. Elagbi

Kitten (4 months 5 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat)

Born: June 23, 2026

Adoption Donation: $300

All cats are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, and FeLV/FIV tested at the time of adoption.

6. Alaric

Kitten (4 months 5 days) · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)

Alaric, a male Tabby kitten up for adoption

Born: June 23, 2026

Adoption Donation: $300

All cats are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, and FeLV/FIV tested at the time of adoption.

7. Simon

Young (1 year 4 months) · Male · Tuxedo / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)

Simon, a young male Tuxedo cat up for adoption

Adoption Donation: $200

All cats are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, and FeLV/FIV tested at the time of adoption.

8. Cheddar Bob

Young (3 years 3 months) · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)

Cheddar Bob, a young male Tabby cat up for adoption

Adoption Donation: $200

All cats are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, and FeLV/FIV tested at the time of adoption.

9. Sunny

Kitten (4 months 6 days) · Female · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)

Sunny, a female Tabby kitten up for adoption

Born: June 22, 2026

Adoption Donation: $300

All cats are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, and FeLV/FIV tested at the time of adoption.

10. Arnold

Kitten (4 months 23 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)

Born: June 05, 2026

Adoption Donation: $300

All cats are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, and FeLV/FIV tested at the time of adoption.

11. Silver

Kitten (3 months 20 days) · Female · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)

Silver, a female Tabby kitten up for adoption

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: July 28, 2026

Adoption Donation: $300

All cats are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, and FeLV/FIV tested at the time of adoption.

12. Minnie Mouse

Kitten (3 months 21 days) · Female · Calico / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)

Minnie Mouse, a female Calico kitten up for adoption

Born: July 07, 2026

Adoption Donation: $300

All cats are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, and FeLV/FIV tested at the time of adoption.

13. Kailani

Young (1 year) · Female · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)

Kailani, a young female Tabby cat up for adoption

Adoption Donation: $200

All cats are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, and FeLV/FIV tested at the time of adoption.

14. Cat

Kitten (4 months) · Male · Domestic Short Hair / Tabby (short coat)

Vinny is a cute kitten who is looking for his forever home. He’s affectionate, playful and will make a great addition to any family! If you’re interested in adopting him, please fill out an application at projecthopearf.org today!

Adopt Cat fromProject Hope AnimalGilberts, IL · listed Sep 29

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15. Cat

Kitten (4 months 8 days) · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat)

Pop Tart came to us from Kentucky with his sister, Cookie. If you are interested in adopting him, please apply at projecthopearf.org today!

Adopt Cat fromProject Hope AnimalGilberts, IL · listed Sep 28

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16. Cat

Kitten (4 months 1 day) · Female · Domestic Short Hair / Tabby (short coat)

Cookie came to us from Kentucky with her brother, Pop Tart. If you’re interested in adopting her, please apply at projecthopearf.org today!

Adopt Cat fromProject Hope AnimalGilberts, IL · listed Sep 28

Call (224) 484-9107 Website Facebook

17. America

Young (2 years 2 months) · Female · Domestic Medium Hair / Tortoiseshell / Mixed (short coat)

America, a young female cat up for adoption

Adoption Donation: $200

All cats are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, and FeLV/FIV tested at the time of adoption.

18. Stars

Kitten (3 months 24 days) · Female · Bombay / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)

Stars, a female Bombay kitten up for adoption

Born: July 04, 2026

Adoption Donation: $300

All cats are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, and FeLV/FIV tested at the time of adoption.

19. Brave

Kitten (3 months 24 days) · Male · Bombay / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)

Brave, a male Bombay kitten up for adoption

Born: July 04, 2026

Adoption Donation: $300

All cats are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, and FeLV/FIV tested at the time of adoption.

20. Bandit

Kitten (4 months 30 days) · Female · Tortoiseshell / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)

Bandit, a female Tortoiseshell kitten up for adoption

Born: May 29, 2026

Adoption Donation: $300

All cats are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, and FeLV/FIV tested at the time of adoption.

21. Turnip

Kitten (4 months 25 days) · Male · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)

Turnip, a male Tabby kitten up for adoption

Born: June 03, 2026

Adoption Donation: $300

All cats are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, and FeLV/FIV tested at the time of adoption.

23. Chocolate

Kitten (5 months 3 days) · Male · Bombay / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)

Chocolate, a male Bombay kitten up for adoption

Born: May 25, 2026

Adoption Donation: $300

All cats are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, and FeLV/FIV tested at the time of adoption.

24. Chip

Kitten (5 months 3 days) · Female · Tortoiseshell / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)

Chip, a female Tortoiseshell kitten up for adoption

Born: May 25, 2026

Adoption Donation: $300

All cats are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, and FeLV/FIV tested at the time of adoption.

25. Jaclyn

Kitten (5 months 13 days) · Female · Dilute Tortoiseshell / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)

Jaclyn, a female Dilute Tortoiseshell kitten up for adoption

AVAILABLE SOON!

I haven’t arrived at the adoption center just yet - I’m getting ready for adoption! Please fill out an adoption application if you’d like to meet me once I’m available.

Born: May 15, 2026

Adoption Donation: $350

All cats are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, and FeLV/FIV tested at the time of adoption.

26. Lyka

Young (4 years 1 month) · Female · Russian Blue / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)

Lyka, a young female Russian Blue cat up for adoption

Adoption Donation: $250

All cats are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, and FeLV/FIV tested at the time of adoption.

27. Stormy

Young (3 years 4 months) · Female · Dilute Tortoiseshell / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)

Stormy, a young female Dilute Tortoiseshell cat up for adoption

Adoption Donation: $200

All cats are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, and FeLV/FIV tested at the time of adoption.

29. Ivy

Young (4 years 7 months) · Female · Tabby / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)

Ivy, a young female Tabby cat up for adoption

Adoption Donation: $200

All cats are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, and FeLV/FIV tested at the time of adoption.

30. Jody

Kitten (6 months) · Female · Torbie / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)

Jody, a female Torbie kitten up for adoption

AVAILABLE SOON!

I haven’t arrived at the adoption center just yet - I’m getting ready for adoption! Please fill out an adoption application if you’d like to meet me once I’m available.

Born: April 24, 2026

Adoption Donation: $300

My litter includes: Benny, Carly, Castiel, Dean, Jody, and Sammy

All cats are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, and FeLV/FIV tested at the time of adoption.

Rescues and shelters near Winnebago County

The rescues with the most cats listed within 50 miles of the middle of Winnebago County.

Animal House Shelter, Inc.Huntley, IL · 57 cats
How to adopt from Animal House Shelter, Inc.
Animal House Shelter tries to keep the environment for the animals in our care, as healthy, stress free and comfortable as possible during their stay with us. Therefore, Walk-Through viewing of the dogs is NOT allowed at the shelter, due to the stress it creates. During your visit to the shelter, an adoption counselor will assist you through the adoption process and introduce you to as many dogs as you would like to meet, in order to make the best possible match for you, your family and your new pet. The cats are housed in a large ‘free roam’ cat room. They are able to socialize all day with each other, staff, volunteers and potential adopter. Like people, animals have distinct personalities that make them unique. At Animal House we are proud to say that these animals are treated like our own. We care enough to be certain they go to the right loving, forever home. 1. All adoption donations MUST be in cash, money order, traveler’s check , cashier’s check or by VISA, DISCOVER or MASTERCARD credit card only. NO PERSONAL CHECKS PLEASE. 2. You must be at least 21 years old to adopt. 3. All members of the household must be present, including any other dogs you may currently own, in order to do a final adoption (cats do not have to come to the shelter. We will cat test here because we know how stressful it is on the cats to be transported). 4. Dogs and cats that you currently own must be current on vaccinations and spayed/neutered prior to visiting the shelter or any adoption.
Kat & Kritters FoundationHinckley, il · 24 cats
How to adopt from Kat & Kritters Foundation
home check, vet check, apartment landlord check, contract and adoption fee,
Project Hope AnimalGilberts, IL · 22 cats
How to adopt from Project Hope Animal
COMPLETE AN APPLICATION, INTERVIEW, HOME VISIT, MEET & GREET, FINALIZE ADOPTION

Cities and towns in Winnebago County

Adopting a cat in Winnebago County

Most rescues ask you to fill in an application, meet the cat, and pay an adoption fee that usually covers spaying or neutering, vaccinations and a microchip. Many are foster-based, so you'll often meet your cat in a volunteer's home rather than a shelter.

Kittens go quickly, especially in spring and summer. If you've fallen for one, contact the rescue soon, and think about adopting two: young cats keep each other company and out of mischief.

Questions about adopting a cat in Winnebago County

How many cats are up for adoption in Winnebago County?

As of October 29, 2026, 103 cats and kittens are listed for adoption within 50 miles of the middle of Winnebago County, Illinois, by 3 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.

Where can I adopt a cat in Winnebago County?

The rescues with the most cats near Winnebago County right now are Animal House Shelter, Inc. (Huntley, IL), Kat & Kritters Foundation (Hinckley, il) and Project Hope Animal (Gilberts, IL). Each cat above has the rescue's phone number and website.

Are there kittens for adoption in Winnebago County?

Yes. 69 kittens are up for adoption within 50 miles of the middle of Winnebago County.

How do I adopt a cat in Winnebago County?

Pick a cat and contact the rescue or shelter looking after them. Most ask you to fill in an application, meet the cat, and pay an adoption fee that usually covers spaying or neutering, vaccinations and a microchip.

Listings are updated daily. Rescues are responsible for their own listings; a cat may have been adopted since this page was updated.

1. Talasyn

2. Sol

3. Sanica

4. Gaheris

5. Elagbi

6. Alaric

7. Simon

8. Cheddar Bob

9. Sunny

10. Arnold

11. Silver

12. Minnie Mouse

13. Kailani

14. Cat

15. Cat

16. Cat

17. America

18. Stars

19. Brave

20. Bandit

21. Turnip

22. Cookie Dough

23. Chocolate

24. Chip

25. Jaclyn

26. Lyka

27. Stormy

28. Cookie

29. Ivy

30. Jody

Rescues and shelters near Winnebago County

Cities and towns in Winnebago County

Adopting a cat in Winnebago County

Questions about adopting a cat in Winnebago County

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