Chicagoland Animal Rescue, NFP

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Chicagoland Animal Rescue, NFP

We are an all volunteer foster home rescue. We also provide information about the cat we have learned through foster and daily interaction by our volunteers.

We rescue homeless and unwanted cats. *Adoption hours are currently by appointment only.* We encourage you to visit our cats available for adoption & reach out through the website for more information. Our cats are examined by a veterinarian, FIV/FELV tested, spayed/neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, parasite tested/treated, and administered any other procedures recommended by our veterinarian. A

dopters are provided a folder with medical records, a rabies certificate, copies of the adoption paperwork, and information to help introduce the cat to their home. An adoption photo is taken of the new family and we look forward to updates and pictures in their new home. Adopters are reminded that we are always the cat's safety net, and should any issues or questions arise, we should be contacted as soon as possible. Chicagoland Animal Rescue, NFP is an Illinois not-for-profit corporation and exempt organization under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3). When you shop at AmazonSmile, Amazon donates 0.5% of the purchase price to Chicagoland Animal Rescue Nfp. Bookmark the link http://smile.amazon.com/ch/35-2456025 and support us every time you shop. Please select us as your charity as you do your Amazon shopping; every little bit helps! Our Amazon wishlist: Chicagoland Animal Rescue, NFP
Link: https://amzn.com/w/1KBJUFKJSJMHF

01/08/2025

MILO & PIPER ARE READY FOR THEIR FOREVER HOME!
Milo - Male | 7lbs | 4 1/2 yrs old
Piper - Female | 13lbs | 4 1/2 yrs old
Piper and Milo are sweet, quiet, initially shy kitties who yearn for a chill home where they can fully blossom. Both love to be pet with some serious affection, and Milo loves a good window view. Milo can be a social butterfly when he is comfortable, where Piper will find her person and stick to them as her favorite, then warm up to new people slowly. Can you give these siblings a home?
To adopt: https://www.chicagolandanimalrescue.org/adoption

01/05/2025

MEET ARMANDO! He's ready for his forever home!
Armando is a fella who wants to be around his people. He's six years old and weighs in at 10lbs. He will be a great companion for someone who works from home. Armando is incredibly sweet and will definitely give you some headbutts.
He's talkative so be prepared to gossip and tell him all about your day while he does the same with you. At night he opens up the biscuit factory and brings you his toys, so make sure your bedroom door is always open.
He's also one smart cookie so lots of enrichment, entertainment, and attention is the way to helping him become the best companion he can be!
To adopt Armando, please visit: https://bit.ly/ArmandoCAR

01/04/2025

JULY IS READY FOR HIS FOREVER HOME!
This sweet hunky fella has energy and loves to play. He is just three years young and weighs in at over 10lbs. July loves hanging around people, attention and pets. In his spare time, you can find him bird watching by a window.
If you have a high-energy cat that needs a friend, July would be an excellent companion for you and your spunky resident cat.
To adopt July, please visit: https://bit.ly/JulyCAR

01/03/2025

Our sweet boy Momo is ready for a foster or foster to adopt.
Here is Momo's special Amazon Wishlist list to support him!
https://tinyurl.com/3e79z5uc
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Momo is sweetest, most gentle boy you will ever meet! He has captured the hearts of many and our New Year's resolution is to help him find his forever home.
Momo is front declawed, which causes him some discomfort, but we are committed to supporting Momo's foster (or foster-to-adopt) family so he can thrive. Momo's affectionate nature and resilience make him a special companion for someone willing to give him the understanding and care he deserves. If you're looking to make a difference in Momo's life, consider opening your heart and home to this sweet and deserving cat.
To fill out an application: https://bit.ly/CARMomo

01/01/2025

Just a few hours left before we shout "HAPPY NEW YEAR"!
Donate now to our 2024 Light Up the Holidays!
Now more than ever we are called upon to make a difference.
Please donate and share this form so Chicagoland Animal Rescue can continue to rescue and help cats in need throughout the Chicagoland area!
To donate: https://bit.ly/CARLights2024
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For each donation made, we will write your name or chosen pet’s name(s) on the lightbulb and hang it up for all to see. We will display our garland of paper holiday “lights” in our room at the Downers Grove PetSmart.
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This fundraiser lasts all month long to brighten the cats’ holidays while they are searching for their forever homes. Please share this event with your family and friends so we can have the biggest impact on feline lives ever!

12/31/2024

MEET SAMOA & TAGALONG - BONDED PAIR.
These sweet kitties were part of a large litter born in a kind caretaker's garage and are now ready for their forever home!
They are 9 months old. Samoa is female and smaller weighing only 7lbs, while Tagalong is a true big brother at over 10lbs! Tagalong is a fluffy sweetheart and especially chatty, and Samoa is a shy lovebug. They love play time, wet food and enjoy pets. Samoa has very mild cerebellar hypoplasia, but it is really only noticeable when she is stressed or really excited.
They will easily adapt to their forever home and family!
To adopt both: https://tinyurl.com/5e4nes8y

12/30/2024

DAISY & ROSIE ARE READY FOR THEIR FOREVER HOME!
At 10 months old, bonded sisters Rosie and Daisy are your purrrfect pair! Social, easy and fun describe these girls. Rosie loves chin scratches and has extra toes!! Both are fearless, curious, chatty, and love CHURU treats of course! They demand plenty of pets and will probably be really good snuggle buddies on the couch. They also love bird wand toys! The only thing they aren't a fan of so far - Dogs.
They will easily adapt to their forever home and family - what are you waiting for??
https://bit.ly/RosieDaisyCAR

12/29/2024

JUST A FEW DAYS LEFT!
Donate now to our 2024 Light Up the Holidays!
Now more than ever we are called upon to make a difference.
Please donate and share this form so Chicagoland Animal Rescue can continue to rescue and help cats in need throughout the Chicagoland area!
To donate: https://bit.ly/CARLights2024
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For each donation made, we will write your name or chosen pet’s name(s) on the lightbulb and hang it up for all to see. We will display our garland of paper holiday “lights” in our room at the Downers Grove PetSmart.
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This fundraiser lasts all month long to brighten the cats’ holidays while they are searching for their forever homes. Please share this event with your family and friends so we can have the biggest impact on feline lives ever!

12/29/2024

ROMEO & LILLY ARE READY FOR THEIR FOREVER HOME!
Get ready for these ridiculously sweet, rambunctious teenagers! These bonded sibling kittens are looking for their forever home! They adapt to new situations and would most likely be ok in a home with older children. Romeo is going to be a big dude, they're just about 9 months old and he's 10 lbs now! Lilly is smaller and definitely smarter but Ro is no dummy either. They both love to lay on you, sleep and play together, and Romeo will even nurse the blanket or your shirt when he's super snuggly. They love toys and a good window view, and would benefit from a nice tall cat tree so they spend less time finding all the high spots in your home. Lilly loves to play in the water fountain (they spill bowls of water!) so be ready to have it in a spot that's easily cleaned up or to get a heavy one that's less spillable.
Interested in adopting both? Please go to: https://bit.ly/LillyRomeoCAR

12/28/2024

CALLING ALL CAT LOVERS!
Chicagoland Animal Rescue is looking volunteers to assist with:
- Feeding & caring for our furry friends
- Socializing and playing with the cats
- Assisting with adoption, updates, outreach, and more!
Whether you can spare a few hours a week or want to make a bigger commitment, your help will mean the world to these kitties waiting for their forever homes. Interested? Visit us at: https://www.chicagolandanimalrescue.org/volunteer

12/28/2024

INDY & AMELIA ARE READY FOR THEIR FOREVER HOME!
These are truly adorable little love bugs are bonded kittens and about 8 months old. They will simultaneously self-entertain with zoomies and play-fighting then turn around to be cuddled and take a nap with you. They LOVE making the bed, exploring, and wreaking havoc with any houseplants that they can reach! They hate vacuum cleaners, dishwashers, blow dryers, etc... Indy is super chill and will be a glossy handsome cat. Amelia is smaller and a bit fuzzier and is interestingly the instigator for most of the trouble! They are well-adjusted to people, travel, and kids who are careful when playing with them.
Interested in adopting both? Please go to: https://bit.ly/IndyAmeliaCAR

12/27/2024

We wanted to send our heartfelt thanks to for their kind donation! The floor in our room at PetSmart gets awful chilly in the winter, and the concrete is pretty slippery for most cats. This nicely padded, washable rug will help the kitties have more fun and stay nice and toasty during play time this winter.

Thank you!!

12/26/2024

Get your 2025 C.A.R. Calendar before the clock hits strikes 12! The perfect way to start your new year with our calendar.
Order now on our website: https://www.chicagolandanimalrescue.org/
Calendar prices:
$15 each - local pickup
$20 each - mailed via USPS
Schedule a pickup time at our space in the Downers Grove PetSmart, 1550 Butterfield Rd. Other dates and times may be arranged at a later date!

12/25/2024

On this Christmas Day, we’re sending warm wishes and purrs of gratitude to all our incredible supporters, adopters, and foster families. ❤️🐱

Thanks to you, so many CAR cats have found their forever homes and warm laps to snuggle in this year. Your kindness is the greatest gift of all!

🎁 Looking to make the season brighter?

Adopt your next furry family member
Donate to support our rescue efforts
Share our mission with your friends

Together, we can keep making a difference, one paw at a time. 🐾✨

From all of us (and our whiskered friends) at Chicagoland Animal Rescue Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! 🎅🎄🐾

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12/25/2024

🐾✨ The Three Wise (Senior) Cats ✨🐾

This Christmas, let’s honor the Three Wise Senior Cats who show us the true meaning of love, patience, and faith:

🐱 Missy Bella: Sharing the gift of calm, quiet companionship.
🐱 Jeffy: Bringing endless purrs and a lap full of warmth.
🐱 Marvin: Proving that age is just a number when it comes to perseverance and love.

Senior cats may have a little more gray and a lot more wisdom, but they have just as much love to give. ❤️

Consider adopting or supporting a senior cat this holiday season—they’re true treasures of this holiday. 🐾✨

12/24/2024

~Home for the Holidays~
Meet Frank - Available for adoption
Male | 11 years
This guy is one snuggly man! Meet Frank, one of the sweetest cats around. He hasn't swatted or snapped at his foster mama even once! Frank is fine with other easygoing furry friends and doesn't mind kids. This guy will eat any food given to him. Bonus - Frank is not much of a climber, and prefers a low cat scratcher-tree to hang out in. While being held is not really his thing, he LOVES belly rubs. To stay extra handsome, his beautiful coat does need brushing. To fill out an adoption application for Frank, go to: https://tinyurl.com/yh2pxyyy

12/23/2024

It’s the most purr-fect time of the year!

Cats are the ultimate holiday helpers:

✨ Decorating the tree (or... un-decorating it) 😹🎀
✨ Wrapping gifts (or sitting on the paper) 🛍️🐾
✨ Spreading joy with every whisker twitch ❤️

Piper and Milo are sweet, quiet, initially shy kitties who yearn for a chill home where they can fully blossom. Both love to be pet with some serious affection, and Milo loves a good window view. Milo can be a social butterfly when he is comfortable, where Piper will find her person and stick to them as her favorite, then warm up to new people slowly. Can you give these siblings a home?

12/22/2024

~Home for the Holidays~
MEET MARVIN - AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION
Male | Age: 11 yrs. old | 12 lbs.
Calling all house panther lovers!! Marvin is ready for his forever home. He loves pets and a good window perch. He has an adorable tiny "meep" when he wants some attention or play time. He loves to play "hunt" and play with toys. He also has a beautiful coat. This sweet boy would prefer a quiet home. Ready to make Marvin a part of your family? To fill out an application, go to: https://bit.ly/CARMarvin
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The 2024 Light Up the Holidays for Chicagoland Animal Rescue is still on!
Please donate and share this form so Chicagoland Animal Rescue can continue to rescue and help cats in need throughout the Chicagoland area!
To donate: https://bit.ly/CARLights2024
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For each donation made, we will write your name or chosen pet’s name(s) on the lightbulb and hang it up for all to see. We will display our garland of paper holiday “lights” in our room at the Downers Grove PetSmart.

Address

1550 Butterfield Road
Downers Grove, IL
60515

Website

http://chicagolandanimalrescue.org/

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They're here! https://bit.ly/25CARCalendar You can also get your calendar at our upcoming events - Trinity Lutheran's Craft Fair 11/9, Pictures with Santa, or Lombard's Candy Cane Lane 12/7 - or even this Saturday from about 1pm-4pm at PetSmart! #chicagolandanimalrescue #2025calendar #calendar #fundraiser #adoptdontshop #rescuedismyfavoritebreed #seniorcatsrule #adultcatsrock #fromfostertofamily #meowfornow

This goofball loves butt pats 💞

It's day 2 of Giving DuPage Days and we've seen your generosity in action already! We've raised just about 30% of our $5000 goal, and with your help we can reach it or even exceed it! You've got through Friday to put your support in action and help us do even greater things this year. https://www.givingdupageday.org/organizations/chicagoland-animal-rescue Please share this post and our fundraising page everywhere you can - each and every share gets us closer to our aims of helping more cats in need in 2024!

Help us raise more funds for cats in need like sweet Kya! Link in bio for our @givingdupage days fundraiser - share and donate through Friday! #givingdupagedays #givingdupage #chicagolandanimalrescue #adoptpurelove #adultcatsrock #adoptdontshop #adoptme #catsofinstagram

@cat.janice missy is jamming tonight thanks to your music! 🖤🤎 #adoptpurelove #adultcatsrock #seniorcatsrule #adoptdontshop #felinefoster #fosteringsaveslives

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Our cats are examined by a licensed veterinarian, FIV/FELV tested, spayed/neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, parasite tested/treated when appropriate, and administered any other procedures recommended by our veterinarian. Adopters are provided a folder with all available medical records, a rabies certificate, copies of the adoption paperwork, and information to help introduce the cat to their home. We also provide information about the cat we have learned through foster and daily interaction by our volunteers. An adoption photo is taken of the new family and we look forward to updates and pictures in their new home. Adopters are reminded that we are always the cat's safety net, and should any issues or questions arise, we should be contacted as soon as possible.

Find our current cats ready for forever homes here: http://bit.ly/2ZAE6rr We are fortunate to be granted a 24/7 Adoption Center space through PetSmart Charities at the Downers Grove PetSmart (1550 Butterfield Rd, Downers Grove IL). Chicagoland Animal Rescue, NFP is an Illinois not-for-profit corporation and exempt organization under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3). We are licensed by the Illinois Department of Agriculture, and carry independent insurance (documents kept on file). When you shop at AmazonSmile, Amazon donates 0.5% of the purchase price to Chicagoland Animal Rescue Nfp. Bookmark the link http://smile.amazon.com/ch/35-2456025 and support us every time you shop. Please select us as your charity as you do your Amazon shopping; every little bit helps! Our Amazon wishlist: Chicagoland Animal Rescue, NFP Link: https://amzn.com/w/1KBJUFKJSJMHF