Smudge

  • Senior
  • Male
  • Large
  • Domestic Short Hair

Smudge

Current Location

Chicago, IL

Breed

Domestic Short Hair

Physical Traits

Age: Senior
(8+ years)
Gender: Male
Size: Large
(12-16 lbs)
Coat color: Black, White

Behavior

Personality
FIV positive, Special Care Medical, Building my social confidence, Social Butterfly, Special Dietary needs
House-trained: Unknown

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes
Special Needs:
Yes

Adoption Fee

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Smudge's Story

Meet Smudge! Smudge came into our care as a stray and we believe he was injured by a dog before coming to us, but he is ready for his forever home! Smudge is very quick to warm up to people once he gets settled! He is a very loving cat who loves being in your company. He will follow you around on an adventure and sit with you and supervise you whilst you work from home! He purrs loudly, and loves to lay next to you or on your lap. He is a great eater and has a wonderful temperament! Smudge is considered to be one of our special care adoptions due to being FIV+. He is okay to live with other cats, but FIV can be transmitted through deep bites, so any new animal would have to be introduced very slowly and gradually. <br/><br/>This pet has been patiently waiting for a family for longer than we'd like, making them a special member of our Length of Stay Program. To help them start their next chapter, they'll go home with plenty of goodies to make the transition easier, such as supplies, enrichment items, or other adoption perks. We know their perfect match is out there-we just can't wait for them to find each other!<br/><br/>He is currently being loved in a foster home, but needs a new foster home or to be adopted by August 9th 2026. <br/><br/>He has a sensitive GI tract with on-going loose stool, and has been eating Hill's Prescription Diet Z/D.<br/><br/>If you are interested in fostering Smudge, please email foster@anticruelty.org<br/><br/>If you are interested in adopting Smudge, please fill out an application here: https://new.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/ACIL/Cat and a staff member will be in touch with you!

Meet Smudge! Smudge came into our care as a stray and we believe he was injured by a dog before coming to us, but he is ready for his forever home! Smudge is very quick to warm up to people once he gets settled! He is a very loving cat who loves being in your company. He will follow you around on an adventure and sit with you and supervise you whilst you work from home! He purrs loudly, and loves to lay next to you or on your lap. He is a great eater and has a wonderful temperament! Smudge is considered to be one of our special care adoptions due to being FIV+. He is okay to live with other cats, but FIV can be transmitted through deep bites, so any new animal would have to be introduced very slowly and gradually.

This pet has been patiently waiting for a family for longer than we'd like, making them a special member of our Length of Stay Program. To help them start their next chapter, they'll go home with plenty of goodies to make the transition easier, such as supplies, enrichment items, or other adoption perks.

Meet Smudge! Smudge came into our care as a stray and we believe he was injured by a dog before coming to us, but he is ready for his forever home! Smudge is very quick to warm up to people once he gets settled! He is a very loving cat who loves being in your company. He will follow you around on an adventure and sit with you and supervise you whilst you work from home! He purrs loudly, and loves to lay next to you or on your lap. He is a great eater and has a wonderful temperament! Smudge is considered to be one of our special care adoptions due to being FIV+. He is okay to live with other cats, but FIV can be transmitted through deep bites, so any new animal would have to be introduced very slowly and gradually.

This pet has been patiently waiting for a family for longer than we'd like, making them a special member of our Length of Stay Program. To help them start their next chapter, they'll go home with plenty of goodies to make the transition easier, such as supplies, enrichment items, or other adoption perks. We know their perfect match is out there-we just can't wait for them to find each other!

He is currently being loved in a foster home, but needs a new foster home or to be adopted by August 9th 2026.

He has a sensitive GI tract with on-going loose stool, and has been eating Hill's Prescription Diet Z/D.

If you are interested in fostering Smudge, please email foster@anti

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How To Adopt

Smudge was listed as Adoptable by The Anti-Cruelty Society
How can I adopt Smudge?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with The Anti-Cruelty Society. 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 Smudge 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 Anti-Cruelty Society for details on the pet.
When can I meet Smudge?
If you've submitted an inquiry, The Anti-Cruelty Society will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Smudge, 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 Anti-Cruelty Society, and they'll be happy to help!
The Anti-Cruelty Society's Adoption Policy
In order to adopt from Anti-Cruelty, all adopters must: Be at least 18 years of age Have a valid ID with current address

Smudge is from The Anti-Cruelty Society

[Chicago, IL]

Our Mission
Anti-Cruelty's mission is to build a healthy and happy community where pets and people thrive together. Our vision is to build a humane Chicago for pets and people. Together with the values of inclusion, passion, access, trust, and hope, and a commitment to our guiding principles of best care, open door, and human-animal ...
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Location
510 North LaSalle Street Chicago, IL, 60654

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