Senior & Special Needs Cats of Sangamon County

03/18/2025

Update: Transferred to Animal Protective League. Thank you, APL!

Thank you Capitol City Now for highlighting Kitty! 😽

Kitty's fur is soft and sleek, her eyes are gorgeous, and she is a wonderful conversationalist.

03/16/2025

Kitten season is just around the corner, and we certainly understand the draw of adopting a fuzzy little terror. Every year, we have to watch wonderful older cats being overlooked. This kitten season, please consider adding a mature pet to your household. They have so much love yet to give. ❤️

https://www.comfortzone.com/behavior-blog/new-pet/7-reasons-why-adopting-an-older-cat-is-a-beautiful-choice

03/15/2025

Update: Transferred to Animal Protective League. Thank you, APL!

Kitty is a lovely medium-haired house panther, approximately 8 years old. She has been at SCAC since March 8. Kitty's fur is soft and sleek, her eyes are gorgeous, and she is a wonderful conversationalist. She hasn't advised us yet on how she feels about other felines, but a slow and patient introduction is always a good plan. Kitty will be ready to go home with you on March 18 - spayed, microchipped, vaccinated appropriate to age, and negative for Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) and Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV).

During the month of March, SCAC is discounting all cats to just $25 each and all dogs to just $50 each! 🐈‍⬛🐾🐕🍀

The SCAC Adoption Application is available in a fillable PDF and can be downloaded at www.meowmobile.org. The completed application can be faxed or emailed to the number/address provided on the form, or you can bring it with you to SCAC. No appointment is necessary. We hope to see you soon!

RESCUES: please contact Sangamon County Animal Control & Adoption Center for more information about Kitty and how to become an approved rescue partner if you are not already. Thank you. 😽

Sangamon County Animal Control & Adoption Center
2100 Shale Street
Springfield, IL 62703
Phone: (217) 535-3065
Email: [email protected]

SCAC is open:
Monday thru Friday: 10:30 am to 4:15 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Sunday: Closed

For more information about Meow Mobile, our mission, and how you can help, please visit www.meowmobile.org.

03/14/2025

*** COURTESY POST ***
Please share and help spread the word about Julian, an FIV+ cat available from Pet Central Helps in Bloomington/Normal.

03/12/2025

Update: Walter has been transferred to Animal Protective League. Thank you, APL!

Update: Walter has been transferred to Animal Protective League. Thank you, APL!

Hi folks, I am Walter. I am a gorgeous house panther, around 2 years old. I arrived at SCAC as a stray on February 25, and unfortunately, I arrived FIV positive. You can read more about that below, but the most important facts are that FIV only infects cats, it is much harder to spread to other cats than previously believed, and I can enjoy a normal life span even with FIV. I am a cuddly, playful, sweetheart who greatly enjoys pets and belly scratches. I will go home with you neutered, microchipped, and vaccinated appropriate to age. I am negative for Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV).

SPECIAL NEEDS: Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV). In infected cats, FIV attacks the immune system, leaving the cat vulnerable to other infections. Though there is no cure for FIV, recent studies suggest that cats with FIV commonly live average life spans, as long as they are not also infected with feline leukemia virus. FIV is a highly species-specific virus that infects only felines. There is currently no evidence that FIV can infect or cause disease in humans. The primary mode of transmission for FIV is through bite wounds from an infected cat. Casual, non-aggressive contact, such as sharing water bowls or mutual grooming, does not appear to be an efficient route of spreading the virus. As a result, CATS IN HOUSEHOLDS WITH STABLE SOCIAL STRUCTURES WHERE HOUSEMATES DO NOT FIGHT ARE AT LITTLE RISK OF ACQUIRING FIV INFECTIONS.

The SCAC Adoption Application is available in a fillable PDF and can be downloaded at www.meowmobile.org. The completed application can be faxed or emailed to the number/address provided on the form, or you can bring it with you to SCAC. No appointment is necessary. We hope to see you soon!

During the month of March, SCAC is discounting all cats to just $25 each and all dogs to just $50 each! 🐈‍⬛🐾🐕🍀

RESCUES: please contact Sangamon County Animal Control & Adoption Center for more information about Walter and how to become an approved rescue partner if you are not already. Thank you. 😽

Sangamon County Animal Control & Adoption Center
2100 Shale Street
Springfield, IL 62703
Phone: (217) 535-3065
Email: [email protected]

SCAC is open:
Monday thru Friday: 10:30 am to 4:15 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Sunday: Closed

For more information about Meow Mobile, our mission, and how you can help, please visit www.meowmobile.org.

03/10/2025

❤️

VERY SPECIAL ADOPTION! Mahal is a unique calico with high white - with the calico only appearing on her tail. At 14 years old, this beauty did not expect to find herself owner-surrendered on February 26. We are so happy to report that today Mahal went to her true forever home! Thank you so much for adopting a senior from SCAC. Please send us updates. 😽

03/10/2025

❤️❤️🐈‍⬛🐈‍⬛

VERY SPECIAL DOUBLE VOID ADOPTION!! We are beyond THRILLED to report that Leo and Obsidian went home together today!! Leo is a 10-year-old house panther and huge love bug who was owner-surrendered on February 26. Obsidian was on his second trip through SCAC. He first arrived as an itty-bitty void kitten on May 8, 2024, and was originally adopted on August 12, 2024. Obsidian was owner-surrendered on February 7 at around 11 months old and was not feeling well on arrival. He received excellent medical treatment at SCAC and is now fully recovered. Thank you so much for adopting two from SCAC and for giving these sweet voids the lucky break they both deserve! Please send us updates! 😽😽

03/09/2025

03/08/2025

Update: Walter has been transferred to Animal Protective League. Thank you, APL!

Hi folks, I am Walter. I am a gorgeous house panther, around 2 years old. I arrived at SCAC as a stray on February 25, and unfortunately, I arrived FIV positive. You can read more about that below, but the most important facts are that FIV only infects cats, it is much harder to spread to other cats than previously believed, and I can enjoy a normal life span even with FIV. I am a cuddly, playful, sweetheart who greatly enjoys pets and belly scratches. I will go home with you neutered, microchipped, and vaccinated appropriate to age. I am negative for Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV).

SPECIAL NEEDS: Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV). In infected cats, FIV attacks the immune system, leaving the cat vulnerable to other infections. Though there is no cure for FIV, recent studies suggest that cats with FIV commonly live average life spans, as long as they are not also infected with feline leukemia virus. FIV is a highly species-specific virus that infects only felines. There is currently no evidence that FIV can infect or cause disease in humans. The primary mode of transmission for FIV is through bite wounds from an infected cat. Casual, non-aggressive contact, such as sharing water bowls or mutual grooming, does not appear to be an efficient route of spreading the virus. As a result, CATS IN HOUSEHOLDS WITH STABLE SOCIAL STRUCTURES WHERE HOUSEMATES DO NOT FIGHT ARE AT LITTLE RISK OF ACQUIRING FIV INFECTIONS.

The SCAC Adoption Application is available in a fillable PDF and can be downloaded at www.meowmobile.org. The completed application can be faxed or emailed to the number/address provided on the form, or you can bring it with you to SCAC. No appointment is necessary. We hope to see you soon!

During the month of March, SCAC is discounting all cats to just $25 each and all dogs to just $50 each! 🐈‍⬛🐾🐕🍀

RESCUES: please contact Sangamon County Animal Control & Adoption Center for more information about Walter and how to become an approved rescue partner if you are not already. Thank you. 😽

Sangamon County Animal Control & Adoption Center
2100 Shale Street
Springfield, IL 62703
Phone: (217) 535-3065
Email: [email protected]

SCAC is open:
Monday thru Friday: 10:30 am to 4:15 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Sunday: Closed

For more information about Meow Mobile, our mission, and how you can help, please visit www.meowmobile.org.

03/06/2025

3/12/2025 Update: Transferred to Animal Protective League. Thank you, APL! 😽

Chrissy is a seal point senior beauty who has sadly lost her human and landed in a shelter cage at 17 years old. She's only been with us since March 1, and we sincerely hope her stay is a short one. This gorgeous girl deserves to be pampered and catered to by her loving family. We don't know how Chrissy feels about other felines, and at 17, she may appreciate being your only kitty. If that's not possible, please give her plenty of time and patience during the introduction process. Chrissy is ready to go home - spayed, microchipped, up to date on vaccinations, and negative for Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) and Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV).

During the month of March, SCAC is discounting all cats to just $25 each and all dogs to just $50 each! 🐈‍⬛🐾🐕🍀

The SCAC Adoption Application is available in a fillable PDF and can be downloaded at www.meowmobile.org. The completed application can be faxed or emailed to the number/address provided on the form, or you can bring it with you to SCAC. No appointment is necessary. We hope to see you soon!

RESCUES: please contact Sangamon County Animal Control & Adoption Center for more information about Chrissy and how to become an approved rescue partner if you are not already. Thank you. 😽

Sangamon County Animal Control & Adoption Center
2100 Shale Street
Springfield, IL 62703
Phone: (217) 535-3065
Email: [email protected]

SCAC is open:
Monday thru Friday: 10:30 am to 4:15 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Sunday: Closed

For more information about Meow Mobile, our mission, and how you can help, please visit www.meowmobile.org.

03/03/2025

❤️❤️ ADOPTED ❤️❤️

Leo is a truly gorgeous black house panther with soft, sleek fur and a sincere love of cuddles.

03/02/2025

❤️❤️ ADOPTED ❤️❤️

Photos cannot do this beauty justice. Mahal is a unique calico with high white - with the calico only appearing on her tail! At 14 years old, she did not expect to find herself owner-surrendered on February 26. Mahal is not what we would call happy to be at the shelter, but once she can relax in her true forever home, we know she will show you how much love she has left to share. Mahal has lived in a home with other cats and should be fine with feline siblings again, but of course we always recommend a slow and patient introduction. She is ready to go home with you - spayed, microchipped, vaccinated appropriate to age, and negative for Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) and Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV).

During the month of March, SCAC is discounting all cats to just $25 each and all dogs to just $50 each! 🐈‍⬛🐾🐕🍀

The SCAC Adoption Application is available in a fillable PDF and can be downloaded at www.meowmobile.org. The completed application can be faxed or emailed to the number/address provided on the form, or you can bring it with you to SCAC. No appointment is necessary. We hope to see you soon!

RESCUES: please contact Sangamon County Animal Control & Adoption Center for more information about Mahal and how to become an approved rescue partner if you are not already. Thank you. 😽

Sangamon County Animal Control & Adoption Center
2100 Shale Street
Springfield, IL 62703
Phone: (217) 535-3065
Email: [email protected]

SCAC is open:
Monday thru Friday: 10:30 am to 4:15 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Sunday: Closed

For more information about Meow Mobile, our mission, and how you can help, please visit www.meowmobile.org.

03/01/2025

❤️❤️ ADOPTED ❤️❤️

Leo is a truly gorgeous black house panther with soft, sleek fur and a sincere love of cuddles. At 10 years old, he did not expect to find himself owner-surrendered on February 26, but Leo is still full of affection and has so many cuddles left to share! He has lived in a home with other cats and should be fine with feline siblings again, but of course we always recommend a slow and patient introduction. Leo is ready to go home with you - neutered, microchipped, vaccinated appropriate to age, and negative for Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) and Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV).

During the month of March, SCAC is discounting all cats to just $25 each and all dogs to just $50 each! 🐈‍⬛🐾🐕🍀

The SCAC Adoption Application is available in a fillable PDF and can be downloaded at www.meowmobile.org. The completed application can be faxed or emailed to the number/address provided on the form, or you can bring it with you to SCAC. No appointment is necessary. We hope to see you soon!

RESCUES: please contact Sangamon County Animal Control & Adoption Center for more information about Leo and how to become an approved rescue partner if you are not already. Thank you. 😽

Sangamon County Animal Control & Adoption Center
2100 Shale Street
Springfield, IL 62703
Phone: (217) 535-3065
Email: [email protected]

SCAC is open:
Monday thru Friday: 10:30 am to 4:15 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Sunday: Closed

For more information about Meow Mobile, our mission, and how you can help, please visit www.meowmobile.org.

02/28/2025

URGENT!

*** RESCUE ONLY ***

Sangamon County Animal Control & Adoption Center (with assistance from Meow Mobile) is seeking rescue for this super sweet ginger girl and staff/volunteer favorite. Sunkissed arrived as a stray on December 28 and is now about 14 months old. She has some allergies which require feeding only hypoallergenic food. She's currently eating Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Hypoallergenic Adult Dry, and her symptoms are much improved! Sunkissed hasn't let us know yet how she feels about other felines. She is spayed, microchipped, vaccinated appropriate to age, and negative for Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) and Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV).

RESCUES: please contact Sangamon County Animal Control & Adoption Center for more information about Sunkissed and how to become an approved rescue partner if you are not already. Thank you. 😽

Sangamon County Animal Control & Adoption Center
2100 Shale Street
Springfield, IL 62703
Phone: (217) 535-3065
Email: [email protected]

For more information about Meow Mobile, our mission, and how you can help, please visit www.meowmobile.org.

02/23/2025

*** RESCUE ONLY ***

Sangamon County Animal Control & Adoption Center (with assistance from Meow Mobile) is seeking rescue for this super sweet ginger girl and staff/volunteer favorite. Sunkissed arrived as a stray on December 28 and is now about 14 months old. She has some allergies which require feeding only hypoallergenic food. She's currently eating Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Hypoallergenic Adult Dry, and her symptoms are much improved! Sunkissed hasn't let us know yet how she feels about other felines. She is spayed, microchipped, vaccinated appropriate to age, and negative for Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) and Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV).

RESCUES: please contact Sangamon County Animal Control & Adoption Center for more information about Sunkissed and how to become an approved rescue partner if you are not already. Thank you. 😽

Sangamon County Animal Control & Adoption Center
2100 Shale Street
Springfield, IL 62703
Phone: (217) 535-3065
Email: [email protected]

For more information about Meow Mobile, our mission, and how you can help, please visit www.meowmobile.org.

02/20/2025

Her adoption fee is discounted 50% by Meow Mobile so she can go home with you for only $25.

02/19/2025

2/24/2025 Update: Transferred to Pet Central Helps. Thank you! 😽

Casper is a lovely tabby & white mature & refined lady, seeking her true forever home as your only feline companion. She was owner surrendered on February 4 for not getting along with other cats in the household. At 8 years old, Casper is a calm, quiet sweetie who deserves all of your attention - and all of the treats! Her adoption fee is discounted 50% by Meow Mobile so she can go home with you for only $25. Casper is ready to go - spayed, microchipped, vaccinated appropriate to age, and negative for Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) and Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV).

The SCAC Adoption Application is available in a fillable PDF and can be downloaded at www.meowmobile.org. The completed application can be faxed or emailed to the number/address provided on the form, or you can bring it with you to SCAC. No appointment is necessary. We hope to see you soon!

RESCUES: please contact Sangamon County Animal Control & Adoption Center for more information about Casper and how to become an approved rescue partner if you are not already. Thank you. 😽

Sangamon County Animal Control & Adoption Center
2100 Shale Street
Springfield, IL 62703
Phone: (217) 535-3065
Email: [email protected]

SCAC is open:
Monday thru Friday: 10:30 am to 4:15 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Sunday: Closed

For more information about Meow Mobile, our mission, and how you can help, please visit www.meowmobile.org.

02/09/2025

2/24/2025 Update: Transferred to Pet Central Helps. Thank you! 😽

Casper is a lovely tabby & white mature & refined lady, seeking her true forever home as your only feline companion. She was owner surrendered on February 4 for not getting along with other cats in the household. At 8 years old, Casper is a calm, quiet sweetie who deserves all of your attention - and all of the treats! Her adoption fee is discounted 50% by Meow Mobile so she can go home with you for only $25. Casper is ready to go - spayed, microchipped, vaccinated appropriate to age, and negative for Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) and Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV).

The SCAC Adoption Application is available in a fillable PDF and can be downloaded at www.meowmobile.org. The completed application can be faxed or emailed to the number/address provided on the form, or you can bring it with you to SCAC. No appointment is necessary. We hope to see you soon!

RESCUES: please contact Sangamon County Animal Control & Adoption Center for more information about Casper and how to become an approved rescue partner if you are not already. Thank you. 😽

Sangamon County Animal Control & Adoption Center
2100 Shale Street
Springfield, IL 62703
Phone: (217) 535-3065
Email: [email protected]

SCAC will be closed Wednesday, February 12, for Abraham Lincoln's Birthday.
Normal Business Hours:
Monday thru Friday: 10:30 am to 4:15 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Sunday: Closed

For more information about Meow Mobile, our mission, and how you can help, please visit www.meowmobile.org.