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My name is Hero!

Posted over 4 months ago | Updated over 2 weeks ago

Cared for by THE RESCUE HOUSE

My basic info

Breed
Domestic Shorthair
Color
Black & White or Tuxedo
Age
1 year 6 months old, Adult
Sex
Male
Pet ID
53978604
Hair Length
short

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

*** Hero is in a foster home. ***

Black & white tuxedo, short hair, neutered male, born approx. 5/1/23, #18563

Cats: needs a pal & playmate
Dogs: unknown
Children: older respectful kids

Hero was found on his own near the friendship garden in Balboa Park when he was a kitten; he was crying out with hunger and a concerned park employee called the person who fed the colony of cats living in another area of the park. He wasn’t part of that group and it seemed likely that he’d been dumped; regardless, he was at risk from the coyotes who had started preying on cats. He got his name of Hero because he was able to survive for a while as a very young cat in a predatory environment.

Hero is a sweet fellow who needs some time and patience to acclimate to change, yet when he’s given that time then you’ll find him snuggling on the bed with you and the other cats at night. He loves to play with wand toys and other cats and has plenty of youthful energy! While Hero hasn’t entirely gained the confidence to regularly approach people on his own, when you go to him then he can easily be petted and loved on, and picked up if he’s in the mood. He is getting better about coming to his foster for attention on his own, and will sit on her lap for pets when she picks him up. While he will need continued patience, Hero’s sweet nature is as clear as his gentlemanly good looks, and he will flourish when given the encouragement to blossom at his own pace.

Hero has grown up with multiple cats of all ages and will need at least one other cat as a pal and playmate. We have not seen him around dogs, though his early experiences may mean he could be wary and we suspect it would be best if his home does not have dogs. Older respectful and loving children would likely be good for Hero as he has lots of energy for playtime.

Hero is a handsome kitty who is hoping for a special person to welcome him with open arms and give him the chance to become his best self. Will you be his hero?
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Contact info

Pet ID
53978604
Contact
Address
P.O. Box 231336, Encinitas, CA 92023

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

All prospective adopters must complete an application and be interviewed as part of the adoption process.

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We at The Rescue House believe that we can contribute to the welfare of our furry friends by implementing an Adoption Program. Our Adoption Centers are located in retail pet stores whose philosophy agrees with The Rescue House's mission. A list of the adoption centers can be found here: http://www.rescuehouse.org/adoption-centers.html

More about this rescue

The Rescue House is a non-profit, volunteer-based organization dedicated to assisting cats through its rescue, foster and adoption activities. We find loving homes for unwanted, abandoned, homeless and abused cats. We open our arms to cats that need assistance, regardless of age and often regardless of handicap. We find good homes for every cat that we take in - we are a true no-kill cat rescue organization.

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