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

C.A.R.A. (Citizens for Animal Rescue and Adoption) C.A.R.A. We are only able to accept new pets as we have space, 609 E 5th St Tilton, IL Please call 217-655-4353 with any questions. On rare occasion a large dog.
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is a 501(c)3 non-for-profit, no kill animal rescue dedicated to care for the animals in our facility all their natural life with hopes of finding them forever homes. is a 501(c)3 non-for-profit, No Kill animal shelter and rescue for homeless, injured/neglect. We do require a preapproved application before setting up an appointment to meet cats/kittens. We are open Tuesday through Saturday 1-4pm an

d other times by appointment. This is a great time to drop off donations and pick up or drop off an application. Please call ahead if making a drive to be sure it isn't a spay/neuter day or that we aren't out of the shelter on an errand. We have lots of kittens up to senior cats so please let us know what you are looking for and we will have a list of possibilities ready for you to meet. Occasionally we have a few puppies or small dogs. We are only set up to keep a few dogs, so check back often. Please note, we are an independent shelter and not an open intake shelter. We keep our pets for as long as they live or until they find homes, which keeps our shelter full. We will only be able to take in additional pets when we have adequate room for more. Thank you for your understanding.

ADOPTED Sunset is a beautiful 5 month old male. He was very shy but has come a long way with all the socializers showing...
09/05/2026

ADOPTED
Sunset is a beautiful 5 month old male. He was very shy but has come a long way with all the socializers showing him being loved is a pretty great thing! He is very friendly and sweet once he's comfortable, likes being petted and loved, and he's playful too. He is sibling to three other orange boys and they do really well in pairs. He's neutered, microchipped, and up to date on vaccinations. More details coming soon.

Please email [email protected] for an application and contact 217-799-8858 or 217-655-4353 with any questions. We are located at 609 East 5th Street Tilton, IL. 61833.

https://www.facebook.com/CaraRescue/posts/1476036897896216

09/04/2026

AVAILABLE. Here's a little glimpse of the Maude you will have once you win her over ❤️.

Maude is a six year old beautiful snowshoe siamese female. And she requires a specific home and we ask you to read through and only apply if you are the one. Maude is for looks only in the beginning. She loves to lounge, and with patience and lots of space to build trust and letting her decide when it is time, she will become affectionate to her person. She isn't a fan of other cats and needs to be the only one. Maude has lived in a house for several years but is needing a home without other cats. If you have a calm home, a love for beauty, time and patience to wait on her to trust and love you, then we'd love to talk to you more about Maude.

Please email [email protected] for an application and contact 217-799-8858 or 217-655-4353 with any questions. We are located at 609 East 5th street Tilton, Il 61833.

AVAILABLEFelicity is a beautiful tabby with orange female, 8-1/2 months old. She has always been shy, hiding from people...
09/04/2026

AVAILABLE
Felicity is a beautiful tabby with orange female, 8-1/2 months old. She has always been shy, hiding from people and only coming out when we leave the room. But if you sit down calmly and just enjoy the other cats, she makes her way to you. Treats help a lot in this room. And once she starts getting close, just scoop her up in your lap and she melts. She will sit on your lap a long time enjoying all the love. She really wants to make friends, she needs to know she can trust you. She is needing a calm home with someone who will enjoy siitting with her and showing her she's safe. And once she feels safe you will have a loyal friend by your side. She's spayed, microchipped, and up to date on vaccinations. She currently is in a room with two 6 year old males and two 6 month old male kittens. Please help us find the right home for this really good girl.

Please email [email protected] for an application and contact 217-799-8858 or 217-655-4353 with any questions. We are located at 609 East 5th street Tilton, Il 61833.

https://www.facebook.com/CaraRescue/posts/1352628670237040

AVAILABLEMaude is a six year old beautiful snowshoe siamese female. And she requires a specific home and we ask you to r...
09/03/2026

AVAILABLE
Maude is a six year old beautiful snowshoe siamese female. And she requires a specific home and we ask you to read through and only apply if you are the one. Maude is for looks only. She loves to lounge, and with patience and lots of space to build trust and letting her decide when it is time, she will become affectionate to her person. She isn't a fan of other cats and needs to be the only one. Maude has lived in a house for several years but is needing a home without other cats. If you have a calm home, a love for beauty, time and patience to wait on her to trust and love you, then we'd love to talk to you more about Maude. Please email [email protected] for an application and contact 217-799-8858 or 217-655-4353 with any questions. We are located at 609 East 5th street Tilton, Il 61833.

ADOPTION UPDATE!We are so happy and thankful when we hear from our wonderful adopters and hear updates! Thank you Trent...
09/03/2026

ADOPTION UPDATE!
We are so happy and thankful when we hear from our wonderful adopters and hear updates! Thank you Trent for giving not one, but two kittens a wonderful forever home! Here's a word from their new dad,

"Hello, me and my girlfriend adopted Trip and Scooby over the past year and just wanted to give a little adoption update. Scooby was our first and has always been the most playful and outgoing little buddy. Trip was our second and he was very shy when we first brought him home, but now he’s the chattiest of them both and always sleeping by you."

❤

AVAILABLE Large and Beautiful, this 12 year old senior female is Sissy. She is very sweet and loves attention. She wil...
09/02/2026

AVAILABLE
Large and Beautiful, this 12 year old senior female is Sissy. She is very sweet and loves attention. She will follow you around and ask about your day. She loves window watching, soft beds, and being with you. She is bonded with her equally beautiful 12 year old brother, Apollo. They were brough in at no fault of their own, their previous owner has entrusted them to us to find a wonderful forever home. They are looking for a calm home to settle into retirement.You will adore them as much as they will adore you. They are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and up to date on vaccinations.
Please email [email protected] for an application. We are located at 609 East 5th Street Tilton, IL 61833

AVAILABLE Large and Beautiful, this 12 year old senior male is Apollo. He is very sweet and loves attention. He's also...
09/02/2026

AVAILABLE
Large and Beautiful, this 12 year old senior male is Apollo. He is very sweet and loves attention. He's also shy and will hide at first. But he is quickly won over in a calm space with kind humans who want to spoil him. He is bonded with his equally beautiful 12 year old sister, Sissy. They were brough in at no fault of their own, their previous owner has entrusted them to us to find a wonderful forever home. They are looking for a calm home to settle into retirement.You will adore them as much as they will adore you. They are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and up to date on vaccinations.

Please email [email protected] for an application. We are located at 609 East 5th Street Tilton, IL 61833.

AVAILABLEBeckey is a beautiful, playful, and friendly 5 month old female. She is spayed, microchipped, and up to date on...
09/01/2026

AVAILABLE
Beckey is a beautiful, playful, and friendly 5 month old female. She is spayed, microchipped, and up to date on vaccinations. She loves toys and treats and lounging at the top of the cat tree. She will make a great friend. Beckey has four siblings and none of her litter has been chosen. Please help Beckey and her siblings to find a great home, they do wonderful in pairs. (She is good friends with Doc and Amanda). Especially if you are gone long hours with work or school.

Please email [email protected] for an application and contact 217-799-8858 or 217-655-4353 with any questions. We are located at 609 East 5th Street Tilton, IL. 61833.

https://www.facebook.com/CaraRescue/posts/pfbid02SjpL3gQvts41xkoYhJ7qA2ahmXmGVNmDyAZ292TBCdnk5sz79DQc8GbTRLnxncoGl

AUGUST ADOPTIONS:We wanted to share some great news! Here is our monthly adoption update for AUGUST! Thank you to everyo...
09/01/2026

AUGUST ADOPTIONS:
We wanted to share some great news! Here is our monthly adoption update for AUGUST! Thank you to everyone who took home a furry friend and made them part of the family! And to everyone who shared our posts and told your friends, we thank you too! You are all making a difference!!

1. Emmy
2. Echo
3. Ebby
4. Ember
5. Janey
6. Bel Air
7. Angelica
8. Angelise
9. Magic
10. Sweet Pea
11. Rumi
12. Gingerboy
13. Dixon
14. Cinnamon
15. Charlotte

Just a friendly reminder that we will not be at Runnings this Saturday due to the holiday weekend! Enjoy the day and loo...
09/01/2026

Just a friendly reminder that we will not be at Runnings this Saturday due to the holiday weekend! Enjoy the day and look for us Saturday September 26th at the Muncie Fall Festival! Stay tuned for more details!

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609 E 5th Street
Tilton, IL
61833

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+12176554353

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