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CINDERELLA

Bombay / Domestic Short Hair (short coat) · Young (1 year 11 months) · Female · Medium · Hemet, CA

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Notes from Workin' Whiskers

OCTOBER 2026

PLEASE READ ALL OF THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION BELOW. IT WILL ANSWER ALL YOUR QUESTIONS. If you still have questions after, we are happy to respond through email.

It is a long read and a long adoption process. Please understand we are ensuring that our babies go to great homes and we don't know you personally (yet). Understand that this is an adoption of a beautiful little soul that deserves the absolute best life.

The average lifespan of a cat is 13 to 20 years. Some cats even live into their thirties, although this is far less common. So don't let that discourage you from adopting an adult cat! Rescue Mama has had 3 live into their 20's. One was 8 weeks old.

CINDERELLA and several feline family members were saved from a horrific hoarding case in Riverside, California. We know they are all related because the horrible human woman, kept letting them mate. When the Rescue Mama found out she took action.

As of July 2026, 100 cats have either gone to other rescues or have been saved by us. You will know who these cats are by their names. They have all been named after the show "Once Upon A Time". Aside from the necklaces the kitties wear in their professional pictures, Rescue Mama names her rescue cats after shows she is currently watching at the time she saves them.

Meet CINDERELLA, a delightful Domestic Shorthair from a tough past, now searching for a new loving home where she can shine in all her sassy sweetness. With her soft, Bombay fur and big, bright eyes, shell capture your heart in a heartbeat. CINDERELLA might have had a challenging start in life she came from a hoarding situation involving over 100 cats but that hasn't dampened her vibrant spirit one bit.

CINDERELLA is a true connoisseur of love and attention. She is sweet as pie but can definitely hold her own when it comes to getting what she wants. You'll often find her rubbing up against furniture, doors, or even your legs, claiming her space in the world with a gentle nudge. She is playful, full of energy, and ready to be the center of attention when the moment strikes. If you've got treats, you've got her full attention she goes absolutely wild for them!

Although CINDERELLA was surrounded by other cats in her past, she has shown she gets along wonderfully with them, so she is sure to fit in well with your feline family. As for dogs, she is lived with them before, but the specifics of their interactions remain a mystery. With some patience and positive reinforcement, she is likely to adapt to a new canine companion, especially if given the space to feel comfortable and safe.

CINDERELLA has not just about the cuddles (though she is definitely into those, too). She has a quirky side, often rubbing herself up against anything she can find furniture, walls, or even your hands claiming her territory in the most adorable way. This sweet, sassy girl needs a patient caregiver who can show her the love and stability she's been waiting for. Are you ready to give CINDERELLA a second chance at a life filled with treats, attention, and endless love?

Apply today at Workinwhiskers.com if your looking for a sassy, loving companion you've been looking for! What is the first thing you will do when she rubs up against you for a treat?

CINDERELLA is a DOMESTIC SHORT HAIR / BOMBAY MIX. . She is about 1 year and 11 months old. She is good with cats and has lived with dogs. We do not know how she intersected with them. She has never lives with children.

ADOPTION PROCESS:

1. Go to Workinwhiskers.com (Click on ADOPT) 2. Fill Out Online Form 3. Submit Online Application 4. Someone Will Call / Text to Do Phone Interview 5. Will be notified of Approved Application 6. Home Visit (WILL BE SCHEDULED) 7. Official Meet and Greet with Kitty 8. Sign Adoption Contract 9. Pay Adoption Fee (VENMO - ZELLE - PAYPAL or CASH) 10. Take the Kitty Home

********* MAY CONSIDER OUT OF STATE ADOPTIONS NEAR CALIFORNIA BUT BE AWARE THAT WE WILL NOT SHIP. ADOPTER WILL NEED TO PICK UP**********

CINDERELLA is currently at our rescue in Hemet, California.

The cats/kittens at a foster/rescue home, we will accommodate as much as possible. But steps 1-6 of the ADOPTION PROCESS need to be done before we do the OFFICIAL MEET and GREETS. It is easier to do the meet and greets at the locations listed below:

*********WE CAN DO MEET AND GREETS AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS*********

PETSMART - 17651 Colima Rd, City Of Industry, California 91748

PETSMART - 25290 Madison Ave, Murrieta, California 92562

The crazy rescue mama will drive kitties to their new home, meet and greets, etc...once the phone interview and home check have been done. Gas donations always appreciated!

************* Please no calls to the rescue. No one is available to take calls. ************

If the CAT/KITTEN is still listed (meaning here or other websites) they are still available. It does not mean they don't have other pending applications or meet and greets.

Please note: Just because you fill out an application and are approved does not obligate you to adopt the cat/kitten. If he or she is not a fit...we have plenty of other cats / kittens available for adoption.

We are a SMALL rescue based out of Hemet, California. We are all volunteers that run the rescue. If we haven't reached out....be patient.

CINDERELLA is ALREADY fully vetted. The adoption fee of $200 covers:

Spay FVRCP shots RABIES shot FELV/FIV test (Negative/Negative) Drontal Dewormer Stronghold Flea Control Microchip

We are NOT a government FUNDED shelter and all our donations and adoption fees are for our rescued cats/kittens. So, we do not do DISCOUNTS.

If for some unfortunate reason you missed out on the kitten/cat you emailed about...I'm sure that we could help you with another rescue baby! Just ask!

If you have any questions not covered here, please feel free to email us:

Workinwhiskers2020@hotmail.com

About CINDERELLA

Gets along with

Cats
Yes

Home and care

House-trained
Yes
Indoor or outdoor
Indoor Only
Needs a yard
No
Fence
Not Required
Energy
Moderate
Exercise needs
Low
Grooming needs
Moderate
Shedding
Moderate
How vocal
Quiet
With new people
Friendly
Training
Has Basic Training
Owner experience
First-timers OK
Coat
Short

Health

Vaccinations current
Yes
Special needs
No

AffectionateEager to pleaseGentleGoofyIndependentIntelligentLap petOlder kids onlyPlayfulPlays with toysTimid

As listed by Workin' Whiskers. Please confirm anything important with them before you adopt.

What happens next

  1. Contact Workin' Whiskers using the button. AdoptNearby does not take applications.
  2. They will send you their application or ask a few questions about your home.
  3. Most organizations arrange a meet, sometimes a home visit, then a small adoption fee that usually covers spay or neuter and vaccines. That fee is paid to Workin' Whiskers, never to AdoptNearby.
  4. Read the cats care guide so you arrive prepared.
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