Iowa City Area Pets Up For Adoption: Meet Maverick, Ringo, Sophie & More

Iowa City IA

07 September, 2021

10:16 AM

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If you've been looking to add a fuzzy ball of four-legged love and affection to your family, start with these Iowa City area animal shelters for a pet to take home. Millions of pets are surrendered to adoption facilities each year nationwide, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Of those, approximately 3.3 million are dogs and 3.2 million are cats. Shelters often look after other animals in search of a permanent home as well, including pigs, birds and even horses. However, only around half of all these animals are adopted each year, according to ASPCA data. This means millions of animals — some right here in the Iowa City area — are still waiting for their forever homes. With help from our friends at Petfinder, Patch has compiled this week's list of animals available for adoption near you. Whether you're looking for cuddles or companionship, one of these animals could be the perfect fit for your family. Click on any listing for more information about a pet or to start the adoption process. Editor's note: This list was automatically generated using data compiled by Petfinder. If you're a local shelter looking to see your adoptable pets appear on Patch, you'll need to list them through Petfinder. All readers are encouraged to report errors or other feedback to [email protected]. Maverick Name: Maverick Species: Cat Location: Gems Forever Animal Rescue Inc, Cedar Rapids, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair Tabby Mix Description: "You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.A rescuer found me and took me in once..." Learn more Ringo Name: Ringo Species: Cat Location: Gems Forever Animal Rescue Inc, Cedar Rapids, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair Description: "You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.I'm a very sweet and loving senior. Due to..." Learn more Sophie Name: Sophie Species: Cat Location: Gems Forever Animal Rescue Inc, Cedar Rapids, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Tabby Mix Description: "You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.I crave attention but have a bit of a..." Learn more Meowy Tyler Moore Name: Meowy Tyler Moore Species: Cat Location: Saint Rescue, 1200 16th Avenue SW, Cedar Rapids, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Casey's employees notified us of kittens hanging around the dumpster behind the convenience store in CR. Dan, one of volunteers,..." Learn more Bitey Holly Name: Bitey Holly Species: Cat Location: Saint Rescue, 1200 16th Avenue SW, Cedar Rapids, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Casey's employees notified us of kittens hanging around the dumpster behind the convenience store in CR. Dan, one of volunteers,..." Learn more Ginger Pawgers Name: Ginger Pawgers Species: Cat Location: Saint Rescue, 1200 16th Avenue SW, Cedar Rapids, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Casey's employees notified us of kittens hanging around the dumpster behind the convenience store in CR. Dan, one of volunteers,..." Learn more Fawkerl Name: Fawkerl Species: Cat Location: Saint Rescue, 1200 16th Avenue SW, Cedar Rapids, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Long Hair Description: "Fawker was surrendered to us after being admitted to Blue Pearl in Des Moines with a urinary blockage. Very sweet..." Learn more Persius and Stark Name: Persius and Stark Species: Dog Location: Dogs Forever Of Iowa, 809 Rockford Road SW, Cedar Rapids, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Large, Male, Boxer Pit Bull Terrier Mix Good With: Kids, dogs and cats Description: "These boys are looking for a nice, comfy retirement home. Now, don't call Persius and Stark old. They will be..." Learn more Jet Name: Jet Species: Horse Location: Iowa Equine Rescue And Awareness League, PO Box 8726, Cedar Rapids, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Extra Large, Male, Gaited Good With: Kids, dogs and cats Description: "SEPTEMBER 2021 Friendly older gelding was used for trail riding. Not abused or neglected but due to owners health we..." Learn more Rico Name: Rico Species: Cat Location: Safe Haven Of Iowa County, P O Box 444, Williamsburg, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, American Shorthair Good With: Dogs and cats Description: "You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Rico, along with his sibling Lola, were found..." Learn more Lola Name: Lola Species: Cat Location: Safe Haven Of Iowa County, P O Box 444, Williamsburg, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, American Shorthair Good With: Dogs and cats Description: "You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Lola, along with her sibling Rico, were found..." Learn more Vera Name: Vera Species: Cat Location: Last Hope Animal Rescue Inc, Cedar Rapids, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Good With: Kids and cats Description: "You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Early in June 2021, a woman in a..." Learn more Christine Name: Christine Species: Cat Location: Last Hope Animal Rescue Inc, Cedar Rapids, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Good With: Kids and cats Description: "You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Early in June 2021, a woman in a..." Learn more Spot Name: Spot Species: Cat Location: Last Hope Animal Rescue Inc, Cedar Rapids, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair Good With: Kids and cats Description: "You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Early in June 2021, a woman in a..." Learn more Lana Name: Lana Species: Cat Location: Last Hope Animal Rescue Inc, Cedar Rapids, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Good With: Kids and cats Description: "You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Early in June 2021, a woman in a..." Learn more Bongo Name: Bongo Species: Cat Location: Last Hope Animal Rescue Inc, Cedar Rapids, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair Good With: Kids and cats Description: "You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Early in June 2021, a woman in a..." Learn more Emra Name: Emra Species: Cat Location: Last Hope Animal Rescue Inc, Cedar Rapids, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Good With: Kids and cats Description: "You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Early in June 2021, a woman in a..." Learn more Todd Name: Todd Species: Cat Location: Last Hope Animal Rescue Inc, Cedar Rapids, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair Good With: Kids and cats Description: "You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Early in June 2021, a woman in a..." Learn more Riley Name: Riley Species: Cat Location: Last Hope Animal Rescue Inc, Cedar Rapids, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Good With: Kids and cats Description: "You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Early in June 2021, a woman in a..." Learn more Mini Name: Mini Species: Cat Location: Last Hope Animal Rescue Inc, Cedar Rapids, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Description: "You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Mini is a ball of energy, she is always..." Learn more Pancake Name: Pancake Species: Cat Location: Last Hope Animal Rescue Inc, Cedar Rapids, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Description: "You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Pancake is as sweet as the syrup you put..." Learn more Toast Name: Toast Species: Cat Location: Last Hope Animal Rescue Inc, Cedar Rapids, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair Description: "You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Toast has come a long way with his socialization...." Learn more Tori Name: Tori Species: Dog Location: Paws And More Animal Shelter, Foster Home, Washington, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Australian Cattle Dog / Blue Heeler Labrador Retriever Mix Good With: Kids, dogs and cats Description: "Tori is a 10 month old snuggle bug. She is gentle, potty trained and walks well on a leash. She..." Learn more Shamu - Sidekick Name: Shamu - Sidekick Species: Cat Location: Paws And More Animal Shelter, 1004 1/2 West Madison St, Washington, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair Tabby Mix Description: "This kitty is described as a 'Sidekick'. Like all sidekicks, I'm just plain good company. I like attention, and I..." Learn more Myra - Private Investigator Name: Myra - Private Investigator Species: Cat Location: Paws And More Animal Shelter, 1004 1/2 West Madison St, Washington, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair Description: "This kitty is described as a 'Private Investigator'. I'm working undercover to keep an eye on you and your household...." Learn more French Fry - Party Animal Name: French Fry - Party Animal Species: Cat Location: Paws And More Animal Shelter, 1004 1/2 West Madison St, Washington, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair Tabby Mix Description: "This kitty is described as a 'Party Animal'. I'm a cat on a mission: PARTY! I love to play and..." Learn more Tempest - Secret Admirer Name: Tempest - Secret Admirer Species: Cat Location: Paws And More Animal Shelter, 1004 1/2 West Madison St, Washington, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Description: "This kitty is described as a 'Secret Admirer'. When it comes to relationships, I'm very level-headed. I don't leap in..." Learn more Jetta - Secret Admirer Name: Jetta - Secret Admirer Species: Cat Location: Paws And More Animal Shelter, 1004 1/2 West Madison St, Washington, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Description: "This kitty is described as a 'Secret Admirer'. When it comes to relationships, I'm very level-headed. I don't leap in..." Learn more Torgue - Secret Admirer Name: Torgue - Secret Admirer Species: Cat Location: Paws And More Animal Shelter, 1004 1/2 West Madison St, Washington, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair Tabby Mix Description: "This kitty is described as a 'Secret Admirer'. When it comes to relationships, I'm very level-headed. I don't leap in..." Learn more Maize - Private Investigator Name: Maize - Private Investigator Species: Cat Location: Paws And More Animal Shelter, 1004 1/2 West Madison St, Washington, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair Description: "This kitty is described as a 'Private Investigator'. I'm working undercover to keep an eye on you and your household...." Learn more Brick - Love Bug Name: Brick - Love Bug Species: Cat Location: Paws And More Animal Shelter, 1004 1/2 West Madison St, Washington, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair Description: "This kitty is described as a 'Love Bug'. Do you seek affection? I do! If you also like petting, purrs,..." Learn more Anastasia - Love Bug Name: Anastasia - Love Bug Species: Cat Location: Paws And More Animal Shelter, 1004 1/2 West Madison St, Washington, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair Tabby Mix Description: "This kitty is described as a 'Love Bug'. Do you seek affection? I do! If you also like petting, purrs,..." Learn more Tiger Lilly - The Executive Name: Tiger Lilly - The Executive Species: Cat Location: Paws And More Animal Shelter, 1004 1/2 West Madison St, Washington, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair Tortoiseshell Mix Description: "This kitty is described as 'The Executive'. I have to say, I'm a busy cat. First, I've got to check..." Learn more Gusty - Sidekick Name: Gusty - Sidekick Species: Cat Location: Paws And More Animal Shelter, 1004 1/2 West Madison St, Washington, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair Description: "This kitty is described as a 'Sidekick'. Like all sidekicks, I'm just plain good company. I like attention, and I..." Learn more Sylvester - The Executive Name: Sylvester - The Executive Species: Cat Location: Paws And More Animal Shelter, 1004 1/2 West Madison St, Washington, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair Description: "This kitty is described as 'The Executive'. I have to say, I'm a busy cat. First, I've got to check..." Learn more Daisy Name: Daisy Species: Cat Location: Muscatine Humane Society, 920 South Houser, Muscatine, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Daisy is a sweet girl. She has a precious face ♥ She is a little quiet but in the right..." Learn more Bear Name: Bear Species: Cat Location: Muscatine Humane Society, 920 South Houser, Muscatine, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Medium Hair Description: "Bear is a very outgoing kid. He is gentle and kind. He currently lives with his brother so he will..." Learn more Bella Name: Bella Species: Cat Location: Muscatine Humane Society, 920 South Houser, Muscatine, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair Description: "This gentle girl is a littel more shy. She will appreciate a patient human in her life. Once she adapts..." Learn more Moocow Name: Moocow Species: Cat Location: Muscatine Humane Society, 920 South Houser, Muscatine, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Medium Hair Description: "Moocow is a very curious fella. Sweet and very laid back. Gets along with other cats." Learn more Jackson Name: Jackson Species: Dog Location: It Takes A Village Animal Rescue And Resources, Muscatine, IA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Chocolate Labrador Retriever Description: "Mr Jackson is a very good boy!! He loves people, young and old alike! He doesn't always get along with..." Learn more