You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Please contact ChLe for more information about this pet.Thanks for your interest in a pet from A.R.F.! If you see a pet here, they are still available for adoption and you should apply through our adoption application on our website at https://www.arf-il.org/adopt/application/ Meet Rita Rita’s story began on one of the coldest days of the winter. During a snowstorm, a local car repair shop owner was closing up early when he heard a faint cry. Outside, he discovered a small cat encased in ice, desperately trying to survive the freezing temperatures. When Rita arrived at the shelter, staff weren’t sure they would be able to warm her up fast enough to save her—but this brave girl had other plans. Rita pulled through like a champion and has been melting hearts ever since. Now that she’s safe and warm, Rita has shown everyone what a loving, affectionate sweetheart she truly is. She absolutely adores people and is happy to be picked up and carried around like the little queen she is. One of her favorite places to be is tucked into your neck, gently sniffing your ear and soaking up all the cuddles. If you’re looking for a snuggly companion, Rita is ready for the job. Rita is also quite the conversationalist. She’ll happily chat with you about her day and reward you with lots of purrs and sweet little meows. Her affectionate personality makes her a joy to be around. She gets along well with other cats and would do just fine with a calm, respectful dog with slow introductions. Mostly, Rita is just looking for a home where she can stay warm, safe, and loved forever. After everything she’s been through, Rita truly deserves a family who will cherish her. If you’re ready for a snuggly, chatty, ice-queen-turned-lovebug, Rita might be the perfect addition to your home. Rita is micro-chipped, up to date on all vaccinations, spayed , and litter box trained. Rita 's adoption fee is $135. If you are interested in meeting Rita , please fill out our Online Application today! Once your application has been approved, an ARF volunteer will be able to contact you to arrange a meeting. Meet Rita Rita’s story began on one of the coldest days of the winter. During a snowstorm, a local car repair shop owner was closing up early when he heard a faint cry. Outside, he discovered a small cat encased in ice, desperately trying to survive the freezing temperatures. When Rita arrived at the shelter, staff weren’t sure they would be able to warm her up fast enough to save her—but this brave girl had other plans. Rita pulled through like a champion and has been melting hearts ever since. Now that she’s safe and warm, Rita has shown everyone what a loving, affectionate sweetheart she truly is. She absolutely adores people and is happy to be picked up and carried around like the little queen she is. One of her favorite places to be is tucked into your neck, gently sniffing your ear and soaking up all the cuddles. If you’re looking for a snuggly companion, Rita is ready for the job. Rita is also quite the conversationalist. She’ll happily chat with you about her day and reward you with lots of purrs and sweet little meows. Her affectionate personality makes her a joy to be around. She gets along well with other cats and would do just fine with a calm, respectful dog with slow introductions. Mostly, Rita is just looking for a home where she can stay warm, safe, and loved forever. After everything she’s been through, Rita truly deserves a family who will cherish her. If you’re ready for a snuggly, chatty, ice-queen-turned-lovebug, Rita might be the perfect addition to your home. Thank you for considering a rescue pet from A.R.F.-Animal Rescue Foundation! We are based in Wheaton, IL and conduct adoption events in the DuPage County area. If you are interested in adopting one of our pets, please submit an adoption application at https://www.arf-il.org/adopt/application/ Adoption appointments are scheduled based on the order of applications received, so submit your application early! Submitting an application does not commit you to any animal but does get you a head start with the adoption approval process. Due to a high volume of applications, we are often unable to respond to questions or schedule meetings until your application has been approved. More information about our adoption process can be found on our website here: https://www.arf-il.org/adopt/ As an all-volunteer, foster home-based organization, A.R.F. Animal Rescue Foundation does not have a facility where applicants can visit our animals. Please visit https://www.arf-il.org/events/ for a list of our upcoming adoption events. Thank you for choosing to adopt, not shop!