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Career Cats

Not every cat is meant to snuggle in your lap. Some are much happier being pest control. That’s where we come in. The Career Cat Program finds local barns, warehouses, wineries and distilleries, greenhouses and residential homes willing to adopt our furry friends.
At their new homes, these cats have the freedom to roam around while chasing down unwanted rodents in their free time, resulting in a win-win scenario for both the owner and cat. Plus all career cats come vaccinated, spayed or neutered, and ear tipped or microchipped.
Every year organizations in the Greater Williamsburg area and beyond adopt a total of dozens of career cats and adopters often opt for multiple cats. They are highly motivated “employees,” spending their days on the prowl as great exterminators and cost cutters. A working cat enjoys patrolling their property keeping rodents away and even helping to keep bugs to a minimum. As a natural, eco-friendly way of reducing pests, they eliminate traditional, generally toxic, pest control treatments or traps, and they often deter pests from getting into feed, barns, supplies and more. This saves adopters money and keeps everyone safe. As a big bonus, adopters can feel good knowing they’ve provided a rescued pet a second chance at life.

What You Need To Get Started:

  • All career cat adoption fees are waived!
  • Some sort of shelter, whether it be a barn, granary, shed or even your house.
  • Adequate food and water for the cat, which cannot sustain itself by simply catching rodents.
  • Ability to pay for long-term veterinary care if needed.
  • A secure place to keep them for the first two to three weeks as they become acclimate.
  • If needed, acclimation setup for the first three weeks is provided, which includes a crate, litter, a litter pan, dry and canned food, bowls and blankets to assist in cat care.
  • Transportation or arranging a designated meeting location is available for adopters farther away.

We want to set you and your career cat up for success!

Heritage Humane Society’s Medical Team will be available to lend their advice and expertise to help foster a smooth transition.

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    Our Mission: Heritage Humane Society serves as compassionate stewards of homeless pets that are in transition from stray/surrender to forever homes. We serve to educate the public about humane animal care and treatment, advocate animal welfare, and provide affordable adoption services.
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