Dean - Domestic Short Hair Cat for Adoption in Jarrettsville, Maryland

If there's an adventure to be had, you can bet Dean will be the first one there! This outgoing, confident 3-month-old boy is always the first to greet you at the door, investigate a new toy or explore an unfamiliar space.

Dean is the perfect mix of playful and affectionate. He's full of typical kitten energy and loves chasing toys and romping around with his siblings, but he's just as happy being scooped up for cuddles. In fact, he LOVES being held and will happily claim your lap as his personal lounging spot!

He's also a social little guy who has done wonderfully making friends with his foster family's resident kitten. Dean has lived with children and has an easygoing, friendly personality.

Whether you're looking for a playful sidekick, a snuggle buddy or a little shadow to follow you around, Dean is ready to be your new best friend!

Apply here: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/HRMD/Cat

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ADOPTION FEES

Altered kitten* - $150
Pair of altered kittens - $220
Cat 6 months or older - $75
Senior cats 8 years or older- $50

Adoption fees cover the cost of care and veterinary services.

*We do not adopt out single kittens under 6 months to homes without other pets due to single cat syndrome. Learn more: https://www.kittenlady.org/twokittens#:~:text=Entertain%20%26%20Enrich%20%2D%20When%20your%20kitten,occupied%20and%20out%20of%20trouble.

All adoptable cats have received:
Spay/neuter surgery
Distemper vaccine
Rabies vaccine (if over 16 weeks old)
De-wormer and flea prevention medication
Veterinary exam
Test for FIV and FeLV
Microchip

ADOPTION PROCESS
1. Review our adoption contract and application.

2. Call your vet and references to inform them that a rescue representative will be calling.

3. Submit an application, including the cat's name that you are interested in or description of what you are looking for.

Cat/kitten adoption application: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/HRMD/Cat

4. You will be notified of the outcome of your application within 1-3 days.

5. If approved, you will be introduced to the foster to schedule a meeting within 5 days. Guidelines for the meeting are:

- Bring a carrier and be prepared to take the animal home directly from the meeting.

- Please be prepared to submit the adoption fee via electronic payment at the meeting.

- If all goes well, the cat will go home with you directly after the meeting. If you are not ready to adopt at the conclusion of the meeting, please understand that we may process other applications for the cat. Because we have a limited number of foster homes, we cannot hold cats past adoption.

6. Please review these resources prior to the meeting to be prepared with what to expect when bringing a new cat home:

https://bestfriends.org/pet-care-resources/new-cat-checklist-welcome-your-new-feline-friend-home

7. Love on your new family member and join our Facebook Alumni Group: Superheroes - The Hero Rescue Alumni! We love seeing updates on the happy endings to your story.

Thank you for considering The Hero Rescue, we couldn't do it without you!

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 Hero Rescue is formed by a network of volunteers and fosters committed to saving lives of animals at risk...