The cat was frightened and hesitating to be rescued. Not surprisingly it was hissing.
Hissing is a sign of fear or discomfort, and the cat was showing she was unsure and scared of the situation, even though she might also desire to be helped. It's not a sign of being a “bad cat,” but rather an instinctive defense mechanism.
In situations like this, rescuers sometimes give the animal a moment to decide, which is what the rescuer does by counting to ten.
Once it realized there was no threat, she calmed down and chooses to stay.
Check out the video below for the full rescue story showing that the cat's fear can be overcome with patience and a calm environment:
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