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My name is
Ralphie!

Posted over 7 months ago | Updated over 2 weeks ago

My basic info

Breed
Domestic Shorthair
Color
Orange or Red (Mostly)
Age
Adult
Sex
Male
Pet ID
20357348
Hair Length
short

My details

Alert icon Not good with kids
Checkmark in teal circle Good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Purebred
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Poor Ralphie was found outside in the blistering cold, trying to survive.  A kind couple took him in until rescue could be found.  He had a horrible ear infection and wounds on his face from scratching, and was very malnourished.  Upon further inspection after receiving a dental, we found that he had also been shot and had a bullet fragment lodged in his jaw, which has since been removed. Life on the streets had not been kind to our sweet boy.  He is FIV+ (no surprise there), but thankfully he's healthy and can live a very long, happy life with good care.  It can only be transmitted to other cats via a deep bite wound, and fortunately Ralphie is a lover, not a fighter.  He currently lives with other cats that do not have FIV and gets along quite well with them.

Ralphie is a shy but gentle and sweet natured soul who wants nothing more than to be loved and cared for.  He will need some time to acclimate to a new home given his past experiences, but he's very docile and enjoys petting and affection.  He doesn't have a mean bone in his body and is very mild mannered and quiet.  He's put on some much needed weight and is a big boy now.  Just look at that face and those cheeks - isn't he a hunk?!  He enjoys canned food and treats, but soft beds and cubbies where he can safely hang out and chill are his favorite thing in the world.  I'm sure he's just happy to have a warm, comfy spot to sleep on vs. the cold ground.

Ralphie would do best in a quiet home without kids and with another friendly, easy-going cat who can show him the ropes and teach him how to be a cat.  He is neutered, chipped, and current on vaccinations.  Now all he needs is the perfect forever home!

 

November 5, 2024, 10:31 am
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
20357348
Contact
Address
O'Fallon, MO 63366
Donation

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Complete a Pre-Adoption application located on our website at

http://heartlandhumanemo.homestead.com/PreAdoptionQuestionnaire.html

Adoption application

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All Adoptions are held at the Petsmart on Highway K in O'Fallon, MO.



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More about this rescue

Heartland Humane Society of Missouri is a non-profit group of dedicated foster homes, founded in May 1998 by a few caring people, for the sole purpose of giving abandoned, abused and unwanted animals another chance for a loving permanent home. Heartland is funded by adoption fees, donations, fundraising events and tributes.

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