Certain rescue pet

Answer:

FOSTERKITTEN

Hint:

This young animal might live with you temporarily before finding its forever home—often part of a program to help abandoned felines.

Explanation:

The clue "Certain rescue pet" hints at a specific type of animal often taken in temporarily before adoption. "Foster" refers to the temporary care given to pets in need, and "kitten" specifies the young cat being helped. The answer combines these ideas directly—no wordplay or tricks—just a straightforward term for a rescued baby cat in foster care. It’s a common phrase in animal rescue circles, where fostering is key to saving homeless pets.

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