Meet Saleme, a stunning 1-year-old long-haired beauty who is ready to prove that first impressions aren't always the whole story. While she was surrendered due to reported litterbox issues, Saleme has been a model citizen since arriving at HHHS, showing us that with the right environment, she truly shines!
Saleme is the definition of a "people cat." Forget hiding in the back of the kennel-this girl is front and center, rubbing against the door and sweetly demanding your attention. She is incredibly relaxed with all body handling. Whether you're grooming her luxurious long fur or carrying her around the room, she stays perfectly chill.
Despite her previous notes, Saleme has been polite with her kennel neighbors. She's given several cats "friendly sniffs" through the kennel doors and remains unbothered by the shelter hustle. We always encourage adopters to take it slow when introducing any new cats to the resident cats - cats don't have a time frame on when they can be acquainted. Saleme has been using her litterbox consistently here at the shelter. It's very likely her past "mistakes" were simply due to stress from the other animals or other environmental factors.
The cat we see every day is confident, affectionate, and remarkably well-adjusted. She is looking for a home that understands she just needs a clean space and a little bit of love to be her best self.
Note to Adopters: While we always recommend a slow introduction to new spaces and monitoring her bathroom habits, Saleme is acting like an absolute superstar here! Primary Color: Black W/white Weight: 6.06 Age: 1yrs 0mths 1wks
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Meet Saleme, a stunning 1-year-old long-haired beauty who is ready to prove that first impressions aren't always the whole story. While she was surrendered due to reported litterbox issues, Saleme has been a model citizen since arriving at HHHS, showing us that with the right environment, she truly shines!
Saleme is the definition of a "people cat." Forget hiding in the back of the kennel-this girl is front and center, rubbing against the door and sweetly demanding your attention. She is incredibly relaxed with all body handling. Whether you're grooming her luxurious long fur or carrying her around the room, she stays perfectly chill.
Despite her previous notes, Saleme has been polite with her kennel neighbors. She's given several cats "friendly sniffs" through the kennel doors and remains unbothered by the shelter hustle. We always encourage adopters to take it slow when introducing any new cats to the resident cats - cats don't have a time frame on when they can be acquainted. Saleme has been using her litterbox consistently here at the shelter. It's very likely her past "mistakes" were simply due to stress from the other animals or other environmental factors.
The cat we see every day is confident, affectionate, and remarkably well-adjusted. She is looking for a home that understands she just needs a clean space and a little bit of love to be her best self.
Note to Adopters: While we always recommend a slow introduction to new spaces and monitoring her bathroom habits, Saleme is acting like an absolute superstar here! Primary Color: Black W/white Weight: 6.06 Age: 1yrs 0mths 1wks
Helping Hands Humane Society
5720 SW 21st Street
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 233-7325
www.hhhstopeka.org
helpinghands@hhhstopeka.org
Hours of Operation:
Hours:
Monday - Saturday 11:30am - 6:00 pm,
Sunday 1:00 - 5:00 pm on Sunday
*Adoptions end 30 minutes before we close
Helping Hands Humane Society
5720 SW 21st Street
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 233-7325
www.hhhstopeka.org
helpinghands@hhhstopeka.org
Hours of Operation:
Hours:
Monday - Saturday 11:30am - 6:00 pm,
Sunday 1:00 - 5:00 pm on Sunday
*Adoptions end 30 minutes before we close
More about this shelter
HHHS has been a permanent part of the Topeka community since its founding May 4, 1938. The organization is incorporated as a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) business for the purpose of sheltering companion animals in need of care, advocating for anti-cruelty protection of animals and promoting humane education and animal welfare issues. HHHS fosters the adoption of companion animals into responsible homes and reunites lost animals with their owners; promotes sterilization of animals to help reduce overpopulation; provides a facility accessible to the general public; serves the community with educational programs addressing animal welfare issues; and maintains a fiscally responsible organization.
HHHS has been a permanent part of the Topeka community since its founding May 4, 1938. The organization is incorporated as a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) business for the purpose of sheltering companion animals in need of care, advocating for anti-cruelty protection of animals and promoting humane education and animal welfare issues. HHHS fosters the adoption of companion animals into responsible homes and reunites lost animals with their owners; promotes sterilization of animals to help reduce overpopulation; provides a facility accessible to the general public; serves the community with educational programs addressing animal welfare issues; and maintains a fiscally responsible organization.
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