Ember

  • Young
  • Female
  • Medium
  • Domestic Short Hair

Ember

Current Location

Owatonna, MN

Breed

Domestic Short Hair

Physical Traits

Age: Young, (1-3 years)
Gender: Female
Size: Medium, (7-11 lbs)
Coat length: Short
Coat color: Tortoiseshell

Behavior

Personality
Playful, Independent, Curious
House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes
Special Needs:
No
Declawed:
No

Ember's Compatibility

  • This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

  • This pet has unknown compatibility with dogs.

  • This pet has good compatibility with cats.

  • This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

$165

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Ember's Story

Hi there! My name is Ember, and I’m a gorgeous female tortoiseshell girl born on August 5, 2025. My foster mom gave me my name because of my stunning, flame-like coat—full of rich, beautiful colors that make me truly one of a kind. She tells me every day how special I am… and I think she’s right!<br/>I may have a little bit of classic tortie personality—some call it “torti-tude”—but don’t let that fool you. I’m also a sweetheart who loves cuddling up in laps and soaking up affection once I feel comfortable. I tend to observe my surroundings first, taking everything in from the sidelines, but when I’m ready… I jump right into the fun!<br/>And oh, do I love to play! I spend my days:<br/>Racing up and down stairs with my siblings (we’ve been told we sound like a tiny herd of horses! 🐾)<br/><br/>Tackling puzzle toys—especially ones with tricky balls to bat out<br/><br/>Chasing automatic laser toys like a pro<br/><br/>Climbing to the very top of cat trees and wall shelves (the higher, the better!)<br/><br/>I enjoy a good routine, too. Twice a day, we gather for our wet food meals, making sure our humans know just how excited we are. Afterward, you’ll often find me making biscuits and settling in for a cozy nap. Life is pretty great!<br/>Because I’ve grown up surrounded by my siblings and other cats, I would love to be adopted with one of my brothers or sisters, or into a home with another friendly kitty to keep me company.<br/>If you’re looking for a kitten who is playful, curious, affectionate, and uniquely beautiful, I might just be your perfect match. I promise to bring warmth, fun, and lots of love into your home.<br/>Could you be the forever family I’ve been waiting for? 🏡💛

Hi there! My name is Ember, and I’m a gorgeous female tortoiseshell girl born on August 5, 2025. My foster mom gave me my name because of my stunning, flame-like coat—full of rich, beautiful colors that make me truly one of a kind. She tells me every day how special I am… and I think she’s right!
I may have a little bit of classic tortie personality—some call it “torti-tude”—but don’t let that fool you. I’m also a sweetheart who loves cuddling up in laps and soaking up affection once I feel comfortable. I tend to observe my surroundings first, taking everything in from the sidelines, but when I’m ready… I jump right into the fun!
And oh, do I love to play! I spend my days:
Racing up and down stairs with my siblings (we’ve been told we sound like a tiny herd of horses! 🐾)

Tackling puzzle toys—especially ones with tricky balls to bat out

Chasing automatic laser toys like a pro

Climbing to the very top of cat trees and wall shelves (the higher, the better!)

I enjoy a good routine

Hi there! My name is Ember, and I’m a gorgeous female tortoiseshell girl born on August 5, 2025. My foster mom gave me my name because of my stunning, flame-like coat—full of rich, beautiful colors that make me truly one of a kind. She tells me every day how special I am… and I think she’s right!
I may have a little bit of classic tortie personality—some call it “torti-tude”—but don’t let that fool you. I’m also a sweetheart who loves cuddling up in laps and soaking up affection once I feel comfortable. I tend to observe my surroundings first, taking everything in from the sidelines, but when I’m ready… I jump right into the fun!
And oh, do I love to play! I spend my days:
Racing up and down stairs with my siblings (we’ve been told we sound like a tiny herd of horses! 🐾)

Tackling puzzle toys—especially ones with tricky balls to bat out

Chasing automatic laser toys like a pro

Climbing to the very top of cat trees and wall shelves (the higher, the better!)

I enjoy a good routine, too. Twice a day, we gather for our wet food meals, making sure our humans know just how excited we are. Afterward, you’ll often find me making biscuits and settling in for a cozy nap. Life is pretty great!
Because I’ve grown up surrounded by my siblings and other cats, I would love to be adopted with one of my brothers or sisters, or into a home with another friendly kitty to keep me compan

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How To Adopt

Ember was listed as Adoptable by Helping Paws of Southern Minnesota
How can I adopt Ember?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Helping Paws of Southern Minnesota. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
How can I find out if Ember is a good fit for me?
Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to Helping Paws of Southern Minnesota for details on the pet.
When can I meet Ember?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Helping Paws of Southern Minnesota will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Ember, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Helping Paws of Southern Minnesota, and they'll be happy to help!
Helping Paws of Southern Minnesota's Adoption Policy
Potential adopters will be asked to fill out our adoption application and then contact us by email to check with us that we have received the application. After review of the application (which could take a few days to a week) and all is well, we will set up a meet and greet with the cat or kitten. We will request a home or virtual visit before approving the application.

Ember is from Helping Paws of Southern Minnesota

[Owatonna, MN]

Our Mission
We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, a group of unpaid volunteers working in the Steele County and surrounding areas to reduce the numbers in feral/free roaming cats by providing TNR services (Trap-Neuter-Return). Just one un-spayed female cat and her off-spring can produce up to 48 kittens per calendar year. We are ...
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