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Carissa

Adult
Female
Large

Domestic Short Hair

About Carissa

Chicago, IL

Breed

Domestic Short Hair

Physical Traits

Adult

(3-8 years)

Female

Large

(12-16 lbs)

Coat: Short

Black

Behavior

Carissa’s Compatibility

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Carissa's Story

Looking for an independent, VERY chill, very playful mini-panther? This calm kitty would love to be your furry sidekick! Carissa’s fosters love her cute little chirps and meows, and she loves that they always have a shoelace or wand toy for her to play with. Carissa doesn’t demand a lot of attention: her favorite activities include basking in the sun, stealthily prowling the nooks and crannies of her home, and wasting no time claiming her spot on your bed. Could you be Carissa’s new family? Carissa’s humans need to be comfortable administering medication because she has arthritis and requires a special diet. But that doesn’t slow her down! If you’re seeking a friendly feline companion to keep you company, and you’re cool with a cutie who doesn’t need constant pets, and you could be Carissa’s perfect match!

Looking for an independent, VERY chill, very
playful mini-panther? This calm kitty would love to
be your furry sidekick! Carissa’s fosters love her
cute little chirps and meows, and she loves that
they always have a shoelace or wand toy for her to
play with. Carissa doesn’t demand a lot of
attention: her favorite activities include basking in
the sun, stealthily prowling the nooks and crannies
of her home, and wasting no time claiming her spot
on your bed.
Could you be Carissa’s new family? Carissa’s
humans need to be comfortable administering
medication because she has arthritis and requires
a special diet. But that doesn’t slow her down! If
you’re seeking a friendly feline companion to keep
you company, and you’re cool with a cutie who
doesn’t need constant pets, and you could be
Carissa’s perfect match!

How To Adopt

Carissa was listed as Adoptable by PAWS Chicago

How can I adopt Carissa?

Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with PAWS Chicago. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.

How can I find out if Carissa is a good fit for me?

Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to PAWS Chicago for details on the pet.

When can I meet Carissa?

If you've submitted an inquiry, PAWS Chicago will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Carissa, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.

What if I have more questions about the adoption process?

Just reach out directly to PAWS Chicago, and they'll be happy to help!

PAWS Chicago's Adoption Policy

Adoption Requirements To adopt a pet from PAWS Chicago, you must: 1. Be at least 21 years of age 2. Have a U.S. government-issued photo ID, such as a driver's license or state ID 3. Verify that you are allowed to have a pet of the breed and size where you currently live 4. Be able to spend the time and resources necessary to provide the training, medical treatment and proper care for your pet 5. Bring along all family members (including children) to meet your new cat or dog. Be sure to bring any resident dogs if you are adopting a dog. 6. Be able to take the pet home on the day of adoption 7. Be available to spend up to an hour with an Adoption Counselor to discuss the responsibility of owning a pet and making a lifetime commitment 8. Spay or neuter any resident pets before you adopt. This is the most important thing you can do to help stop pet overpopulation, and also gives your pet many health and behavioral benefits!* Cat Adoption Fees - Kitten (Under 12 weeks) - $175 - Kitten (12 weeks to 1 year) - $150 - 2 Kittens (Under 12 weeks) - $300 - 2 Kittens (12 weeks to 1 year) - $250 - Cat (1-5 years) - $100 - Cat (6-9 years) - $75 - Cat (10+ years old) - $50 Dog Adoption Fees - Puppy (Under 4 months) - $550 - Puppy (4 months to 1 year) - $500 - Adult Dog (1-7 years old & under 20 lbs) - $450 - Adult Dog (1-7 years old & 20-40 lbs) - $400 - Adult Dog (1-7 years old & over 40 lbs) - $300 - Dog (8+ years old) - $200 *One training class voucher included in dog adoption fee*

Our Mission

- To build No Kill communities – starting with a No Kill Chicago – that respect and value the life of every cat and dog. - To end the overpopulation of homeless animals through solutions, practices and education. - To transform animal welfare by setting higher standards in the way animals are treated and developing a sustai...