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Onion

Adult
Female
Medium

Domestic Short Hair

About Onion

Rock Falls, IL

Breed

Domestic Short Hair

Physical Traits

Adult

(3-8 years)

Female

Medium

(7-11 lbs)

Coat: Short

Calico, Tortoiseshell

Behavior

Personality

Affectionate, Gentle, Loves, Friendly, Couch, Quiet

House-trained: Yes

Onion’s Compatibility

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Onion's Story

Hi there… my name is Onion 🧅💕 For the first time in my life, I’m safe. I was trapped in a high-population outdoor cat colony and have never known what it’s like to live indoors with a family of my own. The world hasn’t been easy on me, and it shows a little—I’m underweight and my coat isn’t at its best right now—but please don’t let that fool you. Beneath it all, I am a very sweet girl with a gentle soul. I get along well with other cats, I already know how to use the litter box, and despite everything the elements threw at me, I’ve held on strong. I haven’t seen the vet just yet, but I appear healthy and determined—proof that I’m a survivor who’s ready for her next chapter. All I’m missing now is you. Someone willing to take a chance, offer patience, love, and a warm place to land. I promise to return it with quiet companionship and a grateful heart. Will you be the one to show me what home feels like? Email animalcontrol@whitesidehealth.org to request an adoption application and set up a time to meet me. 🐾💖

Hi there… my name is Onion 🧅💕

For the first time in my life, I’m safe. I was trapped in a high-population outdoor cat colony and have never known what it’s like to live indoors with a family of my own. The world hasn’t been easy on me, and it shows a little—I’m underweight and my coat isn’t at its best right now—but please don’t let that fool you. Beneath it all, I am a very sweet girl with a gentle soul.

I get along well with other cats, I already know how to use the litter box, and despite everything the elements threw at me, I’ve held on strong. I haven’t seen the vet just yet, but I appear healthy and determined—proof that I’m a survivor who’s ready for her next chapter.

All I’m missing now is you. Someone willing to take a chance, offer patience, love, and a warm place to land. I promise to return it with quiet companionship and a grateful heart.

Will you be the one to show me what home feels like?
Email animalcontrol@whitesidehealth.org
to request an adoption application a

How To Adopt

Onion was listed as ADOPTABLE by Whiteside County Animal Control

How can I adopt Onion?

Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Whiteside County Animal Control. 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 Onion 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 Whiteside County Animal Control for details on the pet.

When can I meet Onion?

If you've submitted an inquiry, Whiteside County Animal Control will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Onion, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.

What if I have more questions about the adoption process?

Just reach out directly to Whiteside County Animal Control, and they'll be happy to help!

Whiteside County Animal Control's Adoption Policy

Application for Adoption Only persons interested in specific animals in the Adoption Center will be permitted to complete an application. Forms must be filled out completely or the application will be denied. Anyone interested in an animal different than the animals in the Adoption Center will be placed on a list for future animals matching their request. The following are reasons for denial of the application to adopt: 1) person having been investigated for abuse towards an animal and evidence has been found to support the allegation; 2) person’s present dog does not have current rabies vaccination and registration; 3) person not at least 18 years old, or 4) person making an omission or false statement on the application. The applicant must be able to give the animal proper veterinarian care including, but not limited to, rabies vaccination and county registration. The applicant must also be able to provide the animal with adequate and sufficient food and water along with the proper shelter if left outside even for a short period of time (applicant cannot intend to keep animal outside). No one under the age of 18 will be allowed to enter the Adoption Center unless accompanied by their parent(s) or legal guardian. Anyone adopting a dog currently vaccinated against rabies who resides in Whiteside County must pay the county registration at time of adoption. If the dog is not vaccinated against rabies at the time of adoption, the Adopter must sign an agreement to transport the dog to a veterinarian and have the dog vaccinated against rabies within a specified time period. The Adopter will be given a list of participating veterinarian clinics that collect the registration fee at time of rabies vaccination. A Whiteside County tag will be issued. Anyone who lives outside Whiteside County will be advised to contact their local Animal Control for instructions on how to register their dog. Once the person has chosen an animal, an application will be completed. The applicant must provide the following; 1) copy of their Driver’s License or Photo ID, 2) proof of residency, 3) letters from DHS or SS if the applicant is on Link, Social Security or Medicare, and, 4) two references, and 5) if the applicant rents, a letter from their landlord will be required. Animal Control staff will have three business days to process an application and make a determination on the outcome of the application. The applicant will be notified by a phone call.

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Whiteside County Animal Control is committed to providing efficient, pro-active, and compassionate response to mitigate citizen's animal issues and to strictly enforce existing ordinances and state laws pertaining to animal care and welfare and public safety.

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1701 Industrial Park Rd Rock Falls, IL, 61071

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