Hermes (working cat) *Adoption fee sponsored* - Domestic Short Hair Cat for Adoption in Berryville, Virginia

Though Hermes does not want to be your BFF, she would love to rid your barn, factory, warehouse, nursery, automotive shop, winery, or garage, etc., of mice and other destructive vermin. Hermes is FIV+, but she doesn't let that stop her. She will need a space either inside or where she cannot get outside due to her FIV status.

Working cats are a safe, inexpensive way to control the rodent population while providing a home for a cat that cannot be adopted out to an indoor home because they are not socialized to humans. **NoVa Cats Advocacy will cover adoption fees of any working cats at the Clarke County Humane Foundation, AND provide transport within a 1-hour distance of Berryville, VA.**

WHAT YOU SUPPLY: Working cats need to be supplied with fresh water, food, and straw or other warm shelter daily. They require a minimum of 30 days crated in their final "office" in order to acclimate to the area. (More info about care in the link below.)

WHAT SHELTER SUPPLIES: All working cat pairs are neutered/spayed, ear-tipped, and microchipped, and are up to date on rabies and distemper vaccines.
More info about acclimating and caring for barn cats here: https://loveyourferalfelines.com/feral-barn-cats

Working cats may be housed off the adoption floor to reduce their stress levels; please ask a staff person to meet them.

The domestic short hair cat is a popular and diverse breed known for its unique personalities and low maintenance care. These cats come in various colors and patterns, with short, easy to manage coats that require minimal grooming. Domestic short hairs are friendly, adaptable, and make wonderful companions for individuals and families alike. They possess playful and affectionate qualities that endear them to many, making them one of the most beloved and widely adopted cat breeds worldwide.

The Clarke County Animal Shelter is a government run, "open admission" shelter. "Open admission" means we receive animals regardless of...