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Rutabega

  • Young
  • Male
  • Medium
  • Domestic Short Hair

About Rutabega

Cincinnati , OH

Breed

Domestic Short Hair

Physical Traits

Young
(1-3 years)
Male
Medium
(7-11 lbs)
Coat: Short
Tabby (Brown / Chocolate)

Behavior

Personality
Affectionate, Brave, Curious, Friendly, Playful, Smart, Funny
House-trained: Yes

Health

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

Rutabega'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

$100

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Rutabega's Story

***BRIDGETOWN location***<br/><br/>1 year old Rutabega is a friendly, affectionate boy who arrived along with his sister, Broccolini, from a partner organization, Southwest Ohio Feline Advocates. He absolutely loves being around people. From the moment you meet him, its clear hes ready to soak up all the love you have to give. Rutabega happily climbs right into your lap and starts purring the moment he gets comfortable—hes truly a little cuddle bug.<br/><br/>Like any curious kitty, Rutabega is full of playful energy and loves exploring, playing, and keeping himself entertained. One of his favorite activities is batting around spring toys, which he chases with endless enthusiasm.<br/><br/>Between his playful spirit and his love for lap time and head rubs, Rutabega is the perfect mix of fun and affection. If youre looking for a sweet companion who will happily curl up with you after playtime, Rutabega might be your guy. <br/><br/>*Bridgetown location <br/>**Must be 21 or older to adopt <br/>***Our shelter has a policy to only adopt within a 50 mile radius so that if problems arise, the pet can easily be returned to the shelter. <br/>****FVCRP Vaccinations up to date, spayed/neutered<br/>*****Our adoption fee is $100

***BRIDGETOWN location***

1 year old Rutabega is a friendly, affectionate boy who arrived along with his sister, Broccolini, from a partner organization, Southwest Ohio Feline Advocates. He absolutely loves being around people. From the moment you meet him, its clear hes ready to soak up all the love you have to give. Rutabega happily climbs right into your lap and starts purring the moment he gets comfortable—hes truly a little cuddle bug.

Like any curious kitty, Rutabega is full of playful energy and loves exploring, playing, and keeping himself entertained. One of his favorite activities is batting around spring toys, which he chases with endless enthusiasm.

Between his playful spirit and his love for lap time and head rubs, Rutabega is the perfect mix of fun and affection. If youre looking for a sweet companion who will happily curl up with you after playtime, Rutabega might be your guy.

*Bridgetown location
**Must be 21 or older to adopt
***Our shelter has a policy to only

***BRIDGETOWN location***

1 year old Rutabega is a friendly, affectionate boy who arrived along with his sister, Broccolini, from a partner organization, Southwest Ohio Feline Advocates. He absolutely loves being around people. From the moment you meet him, its clear hes ready to soak up all the love you have to give. Rutabega happily climbs right into your lap and starts purring the moment he gets comfortable—hes truly a little cuddle bug.

Like any curious kitty, Rutabega is full of playful energy and loves exploring, playing, and keeping himself entertained. One of his favorite activities is batting around spring toys, which he chases with endless enthusiasm.

Between his playful spirit and his love for lap time and head rubs, Rutabega is the perfect mix of fun and affection. If youre looking for a sweet companion who will happily curl up with you after playtime, Rutabega might be your guy.

*Bridgetown location
**Must be 21 or older to adopt
***Our shelter has a policy to only adopt within a 50 mile radius so that if problems arise, the pet can easily be returned to the shelter.
****FVCRP Vaccinations up to date, spayed/neutered
*****Our adoption fee is $100

Consider Rutabega for adoption?

How To Adopt

Rutabega was listed as ADOPTABLE by HEARTT Animal Refuge
How can I adopt Rutabega?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with HEARTT Animal Refuge. 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 Rutabega 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 HEARTT Animal Refuge for details on the pet.
When can I meet Rutabega?
If you've submitted an inquiry, HEARTT Animal Refuge will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Rutabega, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to HEARTT Animal Refuge, and they'll be happy to help!
HEARTT Animal Refuge's Adoption Policy
All adoptions are by appointment only. We have two locations, Sharonville and Bridgetown, so please clarify who you would like to meet so we can set up the appointment at the correct location. Our adoption fee for both dogs and cats is $100 per animal. We have a policy to only adopt to individuals age 21 or older. Additionally, we only adopt within a 50 mile radius so that if problems arise, the pet can easily be returned to the shelter. All animals are spayed/neutered and vaccinated prior to adoption. We also give flea and dewormer treatments. Dogs are tested for Heartworm and cats are quarantined for 8 weeks prior to FIV/FeLV testing. Please see our list of adoptable dogs and cats or check our Facebook page at Facebook.com/HearttCincy. Not all of our animals are shown on Petfinder. Consider a "Senior" pet.....they really need love and a home to call their own in their senior years. We have a few beautiful kittens and many adult cats that are looking for you.   Give us a call to enrich the life of a deserving dog or cat, as well as your own!  All adoptions are made by appointment only.  Email HaveAHeartt@yahoo.com to begin the process.

Rutabega is from HEARTT Animal Refuge

[Cincinnati, OH]

Our Mission
HEARTT Animal Refuge was founded in 2007 by Sylvia Johanning, who had a passion for rescue since she was a child. She had worked in several shelters and decided she wanted to make a difference in Sharonville. She secured funds for the Sharonville location and began renovations to make the building animal friendly. Sylvia wa...
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Adoption Policy
haveaheartt@yahoo.com
(513) 602-7729
Visits by appointment only
Location
11354 Reading Road Cincinnati, OH, 45241
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