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Lightning

Adult
Female
Small

Domestic Short Hair

About Lightning

Arlington Heights, IL

Breed

Domestic Short Hair

Physical Traits

Adult

(3-8 years)

Female

Small

(0-6 lbs)

Coat: Short

Black & White / Tuxedo

Behavior

Lightning’s Compatibility

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Lightning's Story

Lightning is a very pretty, petite black and white tuxedo cat. She was the last one of an all-female litter of kittens caught in a volunteer’s yard and brought to The Buddy Foundation during the fall of 2015. Each of her sisters B.J., Corina, Sparky and Thunder have been adopted. Lightning is a bit shy around visitors, but can also be a bit playful around someone she knows well.

How To Adopt

Lightning was listed as Adoptable by The Buddy Foundation

How can I adopt Lightning?

Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with The Buddy Foundation. 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 Lightning 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 The Buddy Foundation for details on the pet.

When can I meet Lightning?

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

What if I have more questions about the adoption process?

Just reach out directly to The Buddy Foundation, and they'll be happy to help!

The Buddy Foundation's Adoption Policy

Our Adoption Process (For the present time, The Buddy Foundation is not adopting dogs outside of the state of Illinois) Before you visit us to adopt an animal be sure that you: - Bring family and household members - Bring other family canines, along with proof of rabies/distemper, for dog adoptions - If you rent a house, apartment, or condo, bring a copy of the lease/rider which indicates that pets are allowed - Bring a carrier if interested in adopting a cat Once you are here, you will work with our adoption counselor through the following steps: - Fill out an adoption questionnaire - Meet & Greet with pet you are interested in - Once approved, you will accept and sign contract - Pay applicable fees Adoption Fees Our fees are non-refundable. Members receive a 10% discount on all adoption fees. Cats: $125* Senior Cats (over 7 years old): $75* Kittens (1 year old and under): $150* Dogs (over 2 years old): $265* Puppies (Under 1 to 2 years old): $300* Puppies (Under 1 year): $325* * Rabies tag included (for puppies, over 6 months) There will be an additional $20 (approximate) transfer charge if the dog/cat has a microchip other than 24-hour Petwatch Adoption fees include the following: - Medical check-up - De-worming - Feline Leukemia & FIV test (FeLv/FIV combination for cats) - Heartworm check/treatments - Distemper shots as needed (FVRCP for cats) - Rabies (for dogs over 6 months old) - Flea treatments - Spay/Neuter certificate , if unaltered - Microchip ID - Training/advice When you adopt an animal from The Buddy Foundation, you agree to the following: - Make an appointment with your veterinarian for post-adoption checkup and for additional shots/worming care, as required - Spay/Neuter pet within the time period specified in the certificate - Abide by our adoption contract - Give continuing care, love, comfort throughout the animal’s lifetime Adopting a pet requires loving care for the lifetime of the animal. In rare occasions where you simply must give up your pet, the animal must be returned to The Buddy Foundation so that we can insure its welfare.

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide immediate safety and care to stray, abused and abandoned animals. Once we are assured animals are medically sound, we place them in a secure, temporary, no-kill environment. This immediate placement provides all the love and comfort necessary for their well being and allows us to get to know them. ...