Meet Betty White.

Lyons, IL · 4 years 6 months · Extra-Toes Cat (Hemingway Polydactyl) / Mixed (short coat)

Listed since Nov 26, 2025. Listing dates do not establish shelter intake or continuous availability.

First seen by Goodmorph Oct 30, 2026.

Rescue last updated: Nov 26, 2025

In the shelter’s words

Hi everyone! Betty White here, and yes, you better believe I'm just as charming as my namesake! *bats eyelashes dramatically* Let me tell you something - I've never met a lap I didn't like or a conversation I didn't want to join. You're reading this bio? Well, if I were there right now, I'd be sitting on your keyboard, helping you type (you're welcome!). I'm basically a professional personal assistant who works for treats and chin scratches. Speaking of jobs, I have many: Official Greeter of All Houseguests, Certified Bed Warmer, Professional Zoom Call Crasher, and Expert Food Preparation Supervisor. I take all these roles very seriously, especially the last one - someone needs to make sure you're preparing those meals correctly by weaving between your legs while you cook! My hobbies include: - Telling long, elaborate stories about my day (especially around dinner time) - Making sure no blanket goes unlaid upon - Transforming any cardboard box into my personal penthouse - Providing free wake-up services (usually about an hour before your alarm) Looking for a cat who thinks she's the star of her own sitcom? That's me! I come with built-in entertainment value and enough personality to fill a reality TV show. I'll make sure you never feel lonely, unless you're trying to use the bathroom - then I'll DEFINITELY keep you company. Fair warning: adopting me means accepting that personal space is more of a suggestion than a rule. I believe every moment is an opportunity for cuddles, and every lap is a potential napping spot. Also, be prepared for lots of conversations - I'm quite the chatty tabby! So, ready to add some Golden Girl glamour to your life? I promise to fill your days with purrs, snuggles, and more love than you can handle! P.S. - Thank you for being a friend! (See what I did there? ?)

RescueGroups record ID: 22082464

What this home needs

• Cats

  Mentioned by the shelter

  “Feed checkbox: Yes”

  Not a verified observation — ask staff about the context. A positive shelter report may support search results; it remains unverified and needs confirmation.

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• Children

  Mentioned by the shelter

  “Feed checkbox: Yes”

  Not a verified observation — ask staff about the context. A positive shelter report may support search results; it remains unverified and needs confirmation.

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• Still to ask the shelter

  other dogs · housing and stairs · medical and care. These details are not documented here; unknown does not mean no.

Roster last seen: Nov 1, 2026, 6:13 AM UTC
Goodmorph last synced: Nov 1, 2026, 6:13 AM UTC
Availability confirmed by a person: Not confirmed

Shelter staff and authorized volunteers: add a dated observation

This shared profile remains available for up to 90 days after it leaves the source roster, unless removal is requested sooner. Adoptions and applications are handled by the shelter.