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Hemlock

Rutherfordton, NC at Rutherford County Humane Society

Tortoiseshell Adult Female Medium
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Name Hemlock
Species Cat
Breed Tortoiseshell
Age Adult
Sex Female
Size Medium
Color Tortoiseshell & None
Location Rutherfordton, NC
Shelter Rutherford County Humane Society
Status Available

Hemlock is a adult female Tortoiseshell (medium) available for adoption at Rutherford County Humane Society in Rutherfordton, NC.

About This Cat

Hemlock is a spayed female tortoiseshell cat, born in April 2023. She has a sprinkle of catitutde and loves her humans. She enjoys pets, contently purrs and will curl up for love. Hemlock tolerates other cats but would do best as an only kitty in a quiet home. She gets …
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Good with Cats Good with Kids Housetrained More details below
WeRescue Scout

What WeRescue Scout knows about Hemlock

Hemlock is a calm, affectionate cat who thrives in a quiet, single-cat home with adults or older children. She enjoys being petted and curled up for love but can get overstimulated, so she needs a peaceful environment with low stress.

Best suited to homes with children aged 12+
Good to know
  • Not suitable for homes with younger children due to overstimulation.
  • Would do best as an only cat in a quiet home.
Good with kids Good with other dogs estimated Good with cats Moderate energy estimated Knows some basics estimated Great for first-time owners estimated Apartment-friendly Very affectionate Quiet estimated Does well on their own estimated Low-maintenance coat estimated

WeRescue Scout summarized this from the shelter's original listing and may include estimates. Please contact Rutherford County Humane Society to confirm any details before adopting.

Tortoiseshell None
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About Hemlock
Compatibility
Good with Cats Good with Kids
Physical
Not Mixed Breed Vaccinations Current Color: Tortoiseshell Short Coat Size: Medium
Training
Housetrained
Other
Animal ID: 22393037

Rutherford County Humane Society

Rescue

The purpose of the Rutherford County Humane Society is to strengthen and protect the relationship between humans and companion animals and to foster the welfare of the dog and cat population of Rutherford County. Our number one goal is to promote and assist in spay/neuter to prevent the births and subsequent euthanasia of hundreds of unwanted animals. We also aim to prevent cruelty and abuse by active Humane Education.

The Rutherford County Humane Society was founded and obtained tax-exempt,501(C)(3) status in 1976, with the present chapter operating since 1993. We are licensed by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture to operate a small adoption center that can house only cats. Presently there are 22 active volunteers and 98 supporting members in our group. We have a seven member Board of Directors who serve for three-year periods and a slate of officers who are elected on a yearly basis.

Address PO Box 998, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
Service Areas Rutherford County, NC and locations up the Eastern Seaboard as far as New Hampshire.
Adoption Process
Complete and submit a dog or cat adoption application online from our Website. Our volunteers will then review the application, and contact the adoptee if approved. Then the adoptee will need to complete and submit the Pet Adoption Contract, and pay for the adoption.
Mission Statement

The purpose of the Rutherford County Humane Society is to strengthen and protect the relationship between humans and companion animals and to foster the welfare of the dog and cat population of Rutherford County. Our number one goal is to promote and assist in spay/neuter to prevent the births and subsequent euthanasia of hundreds of unwanted animals. We also aim to prevent cruelty and abuse by active Humane Education.

The Rutherford County Humane Society was founded and obtained tax-exempt,501(C)(3) status in 1976, with the present chapter operating since 1993. We are licensed by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture to operate a small adoption center that can house only cats. Presently there are 22 active volunteers and 98 supporting members in our group. We have a seven member Board of Directors who serve for three-year periods and a slate of officers who are elected on a yearly basis.

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Rutherford County Humane Society

PO Box 998, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

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