This helps Berea Animal Rescue Fund with pet care costs.
My basic info
Breed
Domestic Shorthair
Color
Black (All)
Age
3 years 5 months old, Adult
Sex
Female
Pet ID
5548
Hair Length
–
My details
Not good with dogs
Not good with cats
Spayed / Neutered
Declawed
Has special needs
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Freyja is our goddess of love, strength and second chances. Some cats have a quiet kind of courage. It's the kind that carries them through loss, uncertainty and change, yet somehow they still radiate love. Freyja is one of those extraordinary souls.
Named after the Norse goddess of love, beauty and strength, our Freyja has lived up to her name in every possible way. Her story hasn’t been simple, but her heart has remained steady and kind.
Freyja first came to us in July 2023 when she was just a year old and abandoned in a cardboard box with her tiny kittens. Even in fear and confusion, she cared for her babies with endless tenderness. That’s simply who she is. She is patient, gentle and incredibly resilient.
Once her kittens were safe, Freyja moved into a loving foster home where she could finally rest and heal. There, she was treated for a urinary tract issue and began a simple, affordable pain medication to help her stay comfortable because stress can sometimes cause flare-ups. In that calm, caring space, her sweet spirit truly began to shine.
In January 2024, we celebrated as Freyja found what we believed to be her forever home. But life does not always go as planned and in May 2025, through no fault of her own, she was returned to us. Once readmitted to the shelter, we noticed that she had been declawed while away. And once again, she was facing life at the shelter.
Because Freyja is sensitive to stress, she truly thrives as the only pet in her home. She needs a calm home without other cats or dogs. But believe us, she’ll give you more love than you ever imagined one cat could.
Freyja does have a health waiver on her file due to her special diet and inexpensive pain management medication, but please don’t let that health waiver deter you. Our adoption consultant will guide you through everything, so you feel confident bringing her home.
Now it’s November and Freyja is still waiting patiently, lovingly and faithfully. We’re more than willing to provide the care she needs for as long as it takes, but we know the shelter isn’t where she’s meant to spend her days. It’s hard seeing her week after week, quietly sitting in her kennel, waiting for someone to finally see her for who she is.
Freyja isn’t just any cat.
🐾 She’s a soul who’s been let down and still chooses to love.
🐾 She’s a cat who’s faced uncertainty and still hopes for connection.
🐾 She’s waiting for the one person who will finally say, “I choose you.”
We truly believe that person is out there. Her forever family is out there and we just need help sharing her story so that they can finally find each other. If you think that person might be you or if you can help us spread the word, please do.
Freyja is available for adoption through our Foster to Adopt Program. This means that Freyja can go home with the right person as a foster on a trial basis for a pre-determined length of time to see if she is in fact the perfect fit for the adopter's home. At the end of the trial period, if both parties agree, Freyja's temporary foster placement would transition officially into her adoptive home. Please email her adoption consultant at arfcats@bereaanimalrescue.com to set up a meet and greet or to ask for further details.
Thank you for helping us give Freyja the happy ending she deserves.
Freyja is our goddess of love, strength and second chances. Some cats have a quiet kind of courage. It's the kind that carries them through loss, uncertainty and change, yet somehow they still radiate love. Freyja is one of those extraordinary souls.
Named after the Norse goddess of love, beauty and strength, our Freyja has lived up to her name in every possible way. Her story hasn’t been simple, but her heart has remained steady and kind.
Freyja first came to us in July 2023 when she was just a year old and abandoned in a cardboard box with her tiny kittens. Even in fear and confusion, she cared for her babies with endless tenderness. That’s simply who she is. She is patient, gentle and incredibly resilient.
Once her kittens were safe, Freyja moved into a loving foster home where she could finally rest and heal. There, she was treated for a urinary tract issue and began a simple, affordable pain medication to help her stay comfortable because stress can sometimes cause flare-ups. In that calm, caring space, her sweet spirit truly began to shine.
In January 2024, we celebrated as Freyja found what we believed to be her forever home. But life does not always go as planned and in May 2025, through no fault of her own, she was returned to us. Once readmitted to the shelter, we noticed that she had been declawed while away. And once again, she was facing life at the shelter.
Because Freyja is sensitive to stress, she truly thrives as the only pet in her home. She needs a calm home without other cats or dogs. But believe us, she’ll give you more love than you ever imagined one cat could.
Freyja does have a health waiver on her file due to her special diet and inexpensive pain management medication, but please don’t let that health waiver deter you. Our adoption consultant will guide you through everything, so you feel confident bringing her home.
Now it’s November and Freyja is still waiting patiently, lovingly and faithfully. We’re more than willing to provide the care she needs for as long as it takes, but we know the shelter isn’t where she’s meant to spend her days. It’s hard seeing her week after week, quietly sitting in her kennel, waiting for someone to finally see her for who she is.
Freyja isn’t just any cat.
🐾 She’s a soul who’s been let down and still chooses to love.
🐾 She’s a cat who’s faced uncertainty and still hopes for connection.
🐾 She’s waiting for the one person who will finally say, “I choose you.”
We truly believe that person is out there. Her forever family is out there and we just need help sharing her story so that they can finally find each other. If you think that person might be you or if you can help us spread the word, please do.
Freyja is available for adoption through our Foster to Adopt Program. This means that Freyja can go home with the right person as a foster on a trial basis for a pre-determined length of time to see if she is in fact the perfect fit for the adopter's home. At the end of the trial period, if both parties agree, Freyja's temporary foster placement would transition officially into her adoptive home. Please email her adoption consultant at arfcats@bereaanimalrescue.com to set up a meet and greet or to ask for further details.
Thank you for helping us give Freyja the happy ending she deserves.
Adopting an animal is an important decision that will affect you, your household, and the animal for many years to come. Our primary goal is to place animals in a loving and forever home. We strive for the best possible match between you and your new pet. If you do not find the right animal on your first visit to our shelter, please return another day when new animals will be available for adoption. We include as much information as we know about an animal on their information card. We are here to help make a wonderful new addition to your family.
Adoption Requirements:
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must have valid ID with current address
• Must provide landlord’s name and phone number (or copy of current lease)
• All members of the household should be present
• You must understand that Berea Animal Rescue must approve your adoption application
Fees
The shelter accepts cash or Mastercard, Visa, or Discover.
*If paying in cash, please understand that volunteers are unable to make change.
Cat Adoption Information
• Senior cats (7 years and older): $65.00
• Cats (7 months – 6 years) – $100.00
• Kittens (less than 7 months) – $125.00
• Cardboard carriers available – $5.00
*Certain animals may carry fees that are higher or lower than indicated here based on special circumstances. See Adoption Associates for details.
Included in fee:
• Immunodeficiency Virus & Leukemia Test
• Spay / Neuter
• Basic Vaccination
• Rabies Vaccination (as age appropriate)
• Worming
• Microchip
View Adoptable Cats
Dog Adoption Information
• Senior Dogs (7 years and older) – $85.00
• Adult Dogs (7 months to 6 years) – $165
• Puppies (less than 7 months) – $250.00
• Small Dogs (less than 25 lbs and less than 7 yrs) – $200.00
*Certain animals may carry fees that are higher or lower than indicated here based on special circumstances. See Adoption Associates for details.
Included in fee:
• General Veterinarian Checkup
• Heartworm Test
• Spay / Neuter
• Basic Vaccination (DHLPP and Bordetella)
• Rabies Vaccination
• Heartworm Pill and Flea Preventative
• Worming
• Microchip
View Adoptable Dogs
Adoption fees help to cover the costs associated with the items listed above and shelter operating costs, all of which average $375 per animal.
Berea ARF operates a “no time limit” shelter where animals are cared for until permanent homes can be found. The shelter is supported by a small dedicated staff and several hundred devoted volunteers. ARF receives no regular government funding and relies solely on donations by its generous supporters.
ADOPTION POLICIES & FEES
Adopting an animal is an important decision that will affect you, your household, and the animal for many years to come. Our primary goal is to place animals in a loving and forever home. We strive for the best possible match between you and your new pet. If you do not find the right animal on your first visit to our shelter, please return another day when new animals will be available for adoption. We include as much information as we know about an animal on their information card. We are here to help make a wonderful new addition to your family.
Adoption Requirements:
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must have valid ID with current address
• Must provide landlord’s name and phone number (or copy of current lease)
• All members of the household should be present
• You must understand that Berea Animal Rescue must approve your adoption application
Fees
The shelter accepts cash or Mastercard, Visa, or Discover.
*If paying in cash, please understand that volunteers are unable to make change.
Cat Adoption Information
• Senior cats (7 years and older): $65.00
• Cats (7 months – 6 years) – $100.00
• Kittens (less than 7 months) – $125.00
• Cardboard carriers available – $5.00
*Certain animals may carry fees that are higher or lower than indicated here based on special circumstances. See Adoption Associates for details.
Included in fee:
• Immunodeficiency Virus & Leukemia Test
• Spay / Neuter
• Basic Vaccination
• Rabies Vaccination (as age appropriate)
• Worming
• Microchip
View Adoptable Cats
Dog Adoption Information
• Senior Dogs (7 years and older) – $85.00
• Adult Dogs (7 months to 6 years) – $165
• Puppies (less than 7 months) – $250.00
• Small Dogs (less than 25 lbs and less than 7 yrs) – $200.00
*Certain animals may carry fees that are higher or lower than indicated here based on special circumstances. See Adoption Associates for details.
Included in fee:
• General Veterinarian Checkup
• Heartworm Test
• Spay / Neuter
• Basic Vaccination (DHLPP and Bordetella)
• Rabies Vaccination
• Heartworm Pill and Flea Preventative
• Worming
• Microchip
View Adoptable Dogs
Adoption fees help to cover the costs associated with the items listed above and shelter operating costs, all of which average $375 per animal.
Berea ARF operates a “no time limit” shelter where animals are cared for until permanent homes can be found. The shelter is supported by a small dedicated staff and several hundred devoted volunteers. ARF receives no regular government funding and relies solely on donations by its generous supporters.
ARF is currently offering open hours Tuesday-Friday from 3:30-6:30 pm and Saturdays & Sundays 1-4pm.
Berea ARF
10015 East River Road
Columbia Station, OH 44028
ARF is currently offering open hours Tuesday-Friday from 3:30-6:30 pm and Saturdays & Sundays 1-4pm.
Berea ARF
10015 East River Road
Columbia Station, OH 44028
More about this rescue
Berea Animal Rescue Fund “ARF” began in 1987 as a small group of animal lovers started a ‘grassroots’ movement, recognizing the desperate housing and healthcare needs of homeless animals. Their efforts began in the southwest suburban Cleveland area, transforming a family’s garage into an animal "shelter."
The ARF movement grew when the city of Berea provided us a small building, utility costs included. In return, ARF would always have a cage open for the city’s stray animals. Now, after 20 years of service and thousands of success stories later ARF continues to save lives and make friends. ARF is operated in large part by a group of very dedicated volunteers who give their time and endless love to the shelter's furry residents.
Our next big goal is to position ourselves into a roomier facility…a more spacious home to the area's unwanted and abandoned animals. We believe no pet should be euthanized or left behind because lack of such a place. Our facility is overcrowded and outdated by today’s animal welfare standards. ONLY, through the generous support of the community and the dedication of our volunteers, can we make this dream a reality.
2007 was record breaking for ARF with both animals served and operating costs. Much help is needed!
The Berea Animal Rescue Fund “ARF” operates as a No Time Limit Shelter.
We are a 501(c) 3 Non Profit.
ARF's mission statement.... For the betterment of the lives of stray and abandoned animals, Berea’s Animal Rescue Fund, Inc. promises to:
Give loving care and companionship for as long as needed;
Provide shelter, food and medical necessities;
Seek quality homes through adoption programs;
Create public interest and awareness of animal rights and issues; and
Promote action and advocacy for all of the above.
Berea Animal Rescue Fund “ARF” began in 1987 as a small group of animal lovers started a ‘grassroots’ movement, recognizing the desperate housing and healthcare needs of homeless animals. Their efforts began in the southwest suburban Cleveland area, transforming a family’s garage into an animal "shelter."
The ARF movement grew when the city of Berea provided us a small building, utility costs included. In return, ARF would always have a cage open for the city’s stray animals. Now, after 20 years of service and thousands of success stories later ARF continues to save lives and make friends. ARF is operated in large part by a group of very dedicated volunteers who give their time and endless love to the shelter's furry residents.
Our next big goal is to position ourselves into a roomier facility…a more spacious home to the area's unwanted and abandoned animals. We believe no pet should be euthanized or left behind because lack of such a place. Our facility is overcrowded and outdated by today’s animal welfare standards. ONLY, through the generous support of the community and the dedication of our volunteers, can we make this dream a reality.
2007 was record breaking for ARF with both animals served and operating costs. Much help is needed!
The Berea Animal Rescue Fund “ARF” operates as a No Time Limit Shelter.
We are a 501(c) 3 Non Profit.
ARF's mission statement.... For the betterment of the lives of stray and abandoned animals, Berea’s Animal Rescue Fund, Inc. promises to:
Give loving care and companionship for as long as needed;
Provide shelter, food and medical necessities;
Seek quality homes through adoption programs;
Create public interest and awareness of animal rights and issues; and
Promote action and advocacy for all of the above.
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