I’m Ruby! A fluffy, petite, playful, and SUPER soft calico, thought to be around 1½ years old (and a total sweetheart I might add!).
I love to cuddle, play, birdwatch, and constantly reposition myself when I’m with you. Sometimes I’ll plop over onto your lap like a fainting goat, and other times I stretch and roll a litttttle too far and fall off like those funny cats on the internet. If I hear even the slightest jingle, I’ll come bolting over ready to play! You’ll occasionally hear some jingling and loud thumps from the other room when I’m entertaining myself, but nothing beats playing together! In addition to anything with a bell, I also love (destroying) feather wands and go coo-coo for catnip. 😈 Prepare to be entertained. 🎪
Today I’m a curious, bold explorer who’s eager to soak up all of your pets and attention and willing to tolerate roommates, but it took some time to get here.
While I originally strutted out of my carrier with confidence, I needed several days to build up the courage to explore the rest of the home. The busy street and creaky floorboards might have amplified my apprehension but regardless, it was VERY important for me to have my own space where I felt safe and secure to adjust on my own terms. #trustissues 🧐 Like finding my mojo, I was also slow to warm up to the resident cat. Fortunately, and contrary to early indications, it turns out I don’t need to be an only cat, but I do require a longer-than-usual introduction period in order to co-exist peacefully. ✨Patience is a virtue.✨
Speaking of fellow residents, my foster parents, I think I could do perfectly well (and even thrive) in a home with young kids, so long I’m given the chance to acclimate at my own pace. Else I might remain timid, shy, and out of sight (which would be a total shame because I have a GREAT personality to share with the world!). Additionally, and one of the more off-brand things about me, is that despite how much I love to snuggle and wander freely across your lap (and laptop), I detest being picked up. #boundaries 🚫 Perhaps I’ll feel differently one day, but until then, proceed at your own risk! ⚠️😹
As a house guest, I’ve been very respectful: always using my litter box, keeping my coat clean, admiring plants from afar, and limiting my “re-decorating” efforts to the yoga mat (which in my defense was laid out for me). Their long curtains (perfect for scaling FYI) aren’t out of the woods yet—just surprisingly resilient. I might also be tempted by an open window if there’s a bird on the other side, but that’s between you, me, and the screen. 😼
If you’re looking for a playful lap-cat like myself and are willing to work with me and exercise delayed gratification as I find my groove, I’d love to meet you!
Unless otherwise noted in the above description, Kitty Connection cats have been:
– spayed or neutered
– vaccinated against rabies and distemper
– tested negative for FIV and FeLV
– examined by a vet
Adopters will receive their medical records.
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Cats can live up to 20 years, so give careful thought to the changes that are likely to occur in your life during that time. If you can and will commit to providing a safe, loving home for life, then please submit a pre-adoption application.
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