Domestic Short Hair Cats Available for Adoption in Oak Park, Illinois

Sunset and her brother Horizon arrived at the shelter as under-socialized kittens and after spending a few months in a foster home they're ready for their forever home! These kids take some time to warm up to new people, but a little patience and a lot of snackies will go a long way toward helping them learn to trust you. They will approach their known humans for gentle petting and quiet snuggles, but they have absolutely no hesitations about partying with each other or other cat friends!

Weight: 5 lbs (and growing!)

Spayed/Neutered: Yes!

Up to date on vaccines: Yes!

Microchipped: Yes!

Litter trained: Yes! They will potty in the litter box every time or nearly every time (rarely has accidents).

Cat sociability: They love them! They thrive with a cat buddy and would love to live in a forever home with other cats.

Dog sociability: Unknown! They have never met a dog while in foster care.

Kid sociability: Good with older kids! They are a little too much for small kids or have a history of behaviors that are difficult to manage around smaller children, but they are fine with kids ages 13-18.

Likes: Burrowing under the blankets, playing with her toys, ZOOMING!, petting time with her preferred people

Dislikes: People who don't listen when she says "no thank you" to petting!

Sunset is an under-socialized kitten who will need to be adopted into a home with other cats. She will require ongoing positive socialization to learn to be her best, most confident self!

If you'd like to meet Sunset, please fill out an adoption application at animalcareleague.org/adoptions and send us an email at adoption@animalcareleague.org to schedule an introduction!

The domestic short hair cat is a popular and diverse breed known for its unique personalities and low maintenance care. These cats come in various colors and patterns, with short, easy to manage coats that require minimal grooming. Domestic short hairs are friendly, adaptable, and make wonderful companions for individuals and families alike. They possess playful and affectionate qualities that endear them to many, making them one of the most beloved and widely adopted cat breeds worldwide.

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