Razzy’s Story

There was sadness in the eyes of the soft-spoken young man as he placed the carrier on the counter. Close to his side, his 3-year-old daughter, in a ruffled dress and lace-trimmed stockings, watched quietly. The man explained that they had lost their home and would be temporarily living in the family car. Knowing their 9-year-old cat would not do well with this, they had agreed to surrender Razzy to allow him a safer future.

During Razzy’s intake, the man smiled as he talked about his big personality, his likes and dislikes. Someone asked dad if we could let his little girl pick out some cookies and treats from our snack table. Her eyes lit up. While she placed sweet treats in a small brown bag, the staff and volunteers secretly passed an envelope, collecting their own gift cards and cash, a treat for dad to discover later, to help on this new journey.

Razzy went into foster care, to wait to be chosen.  Although FIV positive, overall, he’s a big, healthy character, talkative and curious. He likes windows and enjoys canned food. He will sit on a lap or allow being held on his terms and will express his opinion about that when he’s over it.

After his foster mom got to know him, she knew he was there to stay, the King of his new Castle. 

Razzy’s story reminds us how a little bit of kindness can have a huge impact.

Cats like Razzy, who come to us with a tale to tell, inspire us every day to remain committed to our motto, “all nine lives are precious.”