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Penelope

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Medium
  • Domestic Short Hair

About Penelope

Tilton, IL

Breed

Domestic Short Hair

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Female
Medium
(7-11 lbs)
Black

Behavior

Personality
Affectionate, Friendly, Loves, Couch
House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Penelope’s Compatibility

    This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has good compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

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Penelope's Story

AVAILABLE<br/>LONG TERM RESIDENT<br/>Updated 1-11-2026<br/>Penelope is a beautiful lady, now 6-1/2 years old. She's been with us all her life and has had a rough few years dealing with hair loss. But she is finally on track, and we would love to see her in a home. <br/>She likes to follow you around; she gets along with other cats. She's social and friendly and greets you at the door asking for pets and attention. Penelope is spayed, microchipped, and up to date on vaccinations. <br/><br/>C.A.R.A. (Citizens for Animal Rescue and Adoption) is located at 609 E 5th St., Tilton, Il 61833. Please contact 217-799-8858 or 217-655-4353 with any questions and email citizensanimalrescue@gmail.com for an application. <br/><br/>https://www.facebook.com/CaraRescue/posts/5991439714211314

AVAILABLE
LONG TERM RESIDENT
Updated 1-11-2026
Penelope is a beautiful lady, now 6-1/2 years old. She's been with us all her life and has had a rough few years dealing with hair loss. But she is finally on track, and we would love to see her in a home.
She likes to follow you around; she gets along with other cats. She's social and friendly and greets you at the door asking for pets and attention. Penelope is spayed, microchipped, and up to date on vaccinations.

C.A.R.A. (Citizens for Animal Rescue and Adoption) is located at 609 E 5th St., Tilton, Il 61833. Please contact 217-799-8858 or 217-655-4353 with any questions and email citizensanimalrescue@gmail.com for an application.

https://www.facebook.com/CaraRescue/posts/5991439714211314

AVAILABLE
LONG TERM RESIDENT
Updated 1-11-2026
Penelope is a beautiful lady, now 6-1/2 years old. She's been with us all her life and has had a rough few years dealing with hair loss. But she is finally on track, and we would love to see her in a home.
She likes to follow you around; she gets along with other cats. She's social and friendly and greets you at the door asking for pets and attention. Penelope is spayed, microchipped, and up to date on vaccinations.

C.A.R.A. (Citizens for Animal Rescue and Adoption) is located at 609 E 5th St., Tilton, Il 61833. Please contact 217-799-8858 or 217-655-4353 with any questions and email citizensanimalrescue@gmail.com for an application.

https://www.facebook.com/CaraRescue/posts/5991439714211314

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How To Adopt

Penelope was listed as ADOPTABLE by C.A.R.A (Citizens for Animal Rescue and Adoption)
How can I adopt Penelope?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with C.A.R.A (Citizens for Animal Rescue and Adoption). 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 Penelope 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 C.A.R.A (Citizens for Animal Rescue and Adoption) for details on the pet.
When can I meet Penelope?
If you've submitted an inquiry, C.A.R.A (Citizens for Animal Rescue and Adoption) will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Penelope, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to C.A.R.A (Citizens for Animal Rescue and Adoption), and they'll be happy to help!
C.A.R.A (Citizens for Animal Rescue and Adoption)'s Adoption Policy
Please email citizensanimalrescue@gmail.com for an application or use our online link. Once an application is approved you will be contacted to set up an appointment to visit the animals. If you let us know what you have in mind (age, gender, personality), we'll have several ready to meet. We are open to the public Monday-Saturday 1-4PM and other times by appointment. Please call 217-655-4353 or 217-799-8858 with any questions. After you've met and decided on the pet for you, you will fill out the final paperwork and you will be able to take your pet home. All adopters must be able to meet and pick up their pet as we do not offer transportation, or handle all the details for a transport and be able to pay over the phone. All pets are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and up to date on vaccinations.

Penelope is from C.A.R.A (Citizens for Animal Rescue and Adoption)

[Tilton, IL]

Our Mission
C.A.R.A. is a 501(c)3 non-for-profit, No Kill animal shelter and rescue for homeless, injured/neglected or surrendered animals. Through community donations we are able to provide high quality care and rehabilitation for animals in our care.
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Adoption Policy
citizensanimalrescue@gmail.com
(217) 655-4353
Visits by appointment only
Location
609 E 5th St. Tilton, IL, 61833
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