Val

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Medium
  • Domestic Short Hair

Val

Current Location

Chestertown, MD

Breed

Domestic Short Hair

Physical Traits

Age: Adult, (3-8 years)
Gender: Female
Size: Medium, (7-11 lbs)
Coat length: Short
Coat color: Tabby (Gray / Blue / Silver)

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

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

Val's Compatibility

  • This pet has good 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

$50

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Val's Story

Meet Val, a 1-year-old gray tabby who has shown more strength and heart than most cats ever need to. She came to us as a scared stray, and when staff arrived the next morning, they discovered she had given birth overnight. She hadn’t been far along in her pregnancy, but the stress of life outdoors pushed her into early labor. One of her kittens didn’t survive, but her remaining two were thriving — thanks entirely to Val’s fierce devotion.<br/><br/>Val was moved to our medical wing, where she cared for her babies with everything she had. She did such an incredible job that when we received a single orphaned kitten a few days later, we knew exactly who could help. Val welcomed that little one as her own and raised all three babies with patience, gentleness, and unwavering love.<br/><br/>Now her kittens are grown and ready for their next chapters — and Val is finally ready for hers.<br/><br/>Val is sweet, affectionate, and people-friendly, though she may be a bit shy when you first meet her. Give her just a few minutes, and she’ll show you the same warmth she showed her babies for three months. She’s a quiet, loving cat who’s earned her chance at a safe, calm home where she can be cherished.<br/><br/>If you’re looking for a gentle young mama with a huge heart, Val is ready to meet you.

Meet Val, a 1-year-old gray tabby who has shown more strength and heart than most cats ever need to. She came to us as a scared stray, and when staff arrived the next morning, they discovered she had given birth overnight. She hadn’t been far along in her pregnancy, but the stress of life outdoors pushed her into early labor. One of her kittens didn’t survive, but her remaining two were thriving — thanks entirely to Val’s fierce devotion.

Val was moved to our medical wing, where she cared for her babies with everything she had. She did such an incredible job that when we received a single orphaned kitten a few days later, we knew exactly who could help. Val welcomed that little one as her own and raised all three babies with patience, gentleness, and unwavering love.

Now her kittens are grown and ready for their next chapters — and Val is finally ready for hers.

Val is sweet, affectionate, and people-friendly, though she may be a bit shy when you first meet her. Give her just a few minutes, and she

Meet Val, a 1-year-old gray tabby who has shown more strength and heart than most cats ever need to. She came to us as a scared stray, and when staff arrived the next morning, they discovered she had given birth overnight. She hadn’t been far along in her pregnancy, but the stress of life outdoors pushed her into early labor. One of her kittens didn’t survive, but her remaining two were thriving — thanks entirely to Val’s fierce devotion.

Val was moved to our medical wing, where she cared for her babies with everything she had. She did such an incredible job that when we received a single orphaned kitten a few days later, we knew exactly who could help. Val welcomed that little one as her own and raised all three babies with patience, gentleness, and unwavering love.

Now her kittens are grown and ready for their next chapters — and Val is finally ready for hers.

Val is sweet, affectionate, and people-friendly, though she may be a bit shy when you first meet her. Give her just a few minutes, and she’ll show you the same warmth she showed her babies for three months. She’s a quiet, loving cat who’s earned her chance at a safe, calm home where she can be cherished.

If you’re looking for a gentle young mama with a huge heart, Val is ready to meet you.

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How To Adopt

Val was listed as Adoptable by Humane Society of Kent County Maryland
How can I adopt Val?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Humane Society of Kent County Maryland. 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 Val 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 Humane Society of Kent County Maryland for details on the pet.
When can I meet Val?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Humane Society of Kent County Maryland will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Val, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Humane Society of Kent County Maryland, and they'll be happy to help!
Humane Society of Kent County Maryland's Adoption Policy
On behalf of our homeless animals, we thank you for considering the adoption of a rescue pet! If you would like to begin the adoption process, please complete and submit an adoption application form on our website, https://acskc.org/adoption/adoption-application We strongly encourage all family members and roommates to participate in getting to know the pet of interest before a decision is made, ensuring a good fit for all. If you have other pets, please ask us if a meet-and-greet would be appropriate. See our shelter visitation hours and information. If you have questions at any time, please contact us. When you adopt from ACSKC, your pet will have received: Cats: - Spay/Neuter - Feline Distemper Vaccination - Rabies Vaccination - FIV/FELV Test - Microchip Dogs: - Spay/Neuter - Behavioral Assessment - Bordetella Vaccination - Canine Distemper Vaccination - Rabies Vaccination - Heartworm Test - Microchip Learn more about our benefits and adoption fees at https://acskc.org/adoption/before-you-adopt/#benefits

Val is from Humane Society of Kent County Maryland

[Chestertown, MD]

Our Mission
Serving our community on the Eastern Shore and beyond to rescue, rehabilitate and rehome animals in need, The Animal Care Shelter for Kent County strives to inspire compassion and responsibility, cultivated through education, advocacy and affordable services.
Location
10168 Worton Road Chestertown, MD, 21620

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