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Rico’s Refuge Cat Rescue, Cornwall, ON (2025)

09/04/2025

✨Taking Applications✨

Fluffy is about 4 months old! This cutie has the most Puss-in-Boots eyes you’ll ever see 😂 His coat is also super soft!
Fluffy was born outside, and lived that semi-feral life. Thankfully, he received some socialization from his colony’s caretaker, who helped get him used to people’s voices, toys, and hanging out with humans nearby.
Because he’s a former spicy street kid, Fluffy can be a bit shy at first; he may get spooked by loud noises, or try to hide as he adjusts to his new home. When he gets comfy, though, which happens quickly with the help of lickable treats, wet food, and cuddles, he lays it all on the line! His foster parents say that Fluffy loves pets and cuddles, and purrs like he’s never purred before when he’s getting all the lovin’ 😂 He does well with other cats, and has great litter habits. I know Fluffy will only grow more and more confident and loving as the time passes, and he continues to learn that humans aren’t too shabby! He is a very sweet and gentle cat, who loves to cuddle and play. I have no doubt his person is out there, he just needs to find them. Fluffy’s adoption includes neuter, age-appropriate vaccinations, microchip, monthly flea/tick/earmite treatment, and deworming.
Send us a message, or email [email protected], to learn more about Fluffy!

09/01/2025

This post may be a bit loaded, but there are some important updates, so read on (if you want)!
Over the past week and a half, 18 cats saw the vet. That’s 18 cats who will no longer face the reality of endless reproduction and hormone-fuelled fights, and who now have a reduced risk of illness. Most of these cats were unsocialized, and will go on to live in their supported colonies. Please keep an eye out for the signature ear-tip pictured below when determining if a cat needs vetting; ear-tipping isn’t always done, but it can be a helpful indicator! As much as we want every cat to find a home indoors, that isn’t the reality of the current cat crisis in our community, and many others. All we can do is our best.

With that little factoid being said, I’m sure you can imagine the cost of vetting for 18 cats, on top of everything else. I’m one person, doing most of this alone, and that includes covering costs. If you’re wondering how I pay my bills on top of all this, so am I 😂 (for real though, 10/10 do not recommend). For this reason, intake remains CLOSED at this time. I will continue to TNR, though this will be reduced for the coming months while I try to recoup financially from my life choices 😂

It helps so much when people take matters into their own hands, and I’ve seen it more and more lately. It can be tough seeing so much negative in the world, but I’m so proud of our community, and those whose actions help balance the scales. Everyone has the power to make a difference in the world, and I see more positives every day! If you want to help a cat, dog, squirrel, sea bass, etc., in need, but don’t know where to start, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re all in this together.

As always, please spay and neuter your pets!

08/28/2025

✨Taking Applications✨

Bodhi is the sweetest little guy you’ll meet! This 4-month-old cutie patootie is looking for his furever people!
Bodhi can be shy at first, but warms up quickly with lickable treats, butt scratches, and belly rubs. Bodhi isn’t convinced he’s not part dog; he loves to roll across the floor while you give him belly rubs, and fetches his toys. Boy oh boy does Bodhi love all his toys, with a sprinkle of cat tv mixed in. Bodhi loves running around with his sister Vienna, and cuddling up with his cat friends for a good nap.
Bodhi does well with respectful cats and dogs, is good with nail trims, and has lovely litter habits.
His adoption fee includes age-appropriate vaccinations, neuter, microchip, deworming, flea/tick/earmite treatment.

08/28/2025

✨Taking Applications✨

Vienna is ready for her family to find her! This 4-month-old little lady is a bundle of fun! She loves to run around and play with her toys and cat friends. Vienna loves all sorts of toys, and enjoys cat tv. You’ll often find her having a snooze in different places, often with her belly to the air, or her legs sprawled out!
Unfortunately, Vienna lost her eye due to a severe infection/extensive damage done to the eye prior to coming into care, making her first stop the vet clinic when trapped. She doesn’t let the lack of an eyeball slow her down, though! She keeps up with her brother Bodhi, and is a brave little lady. She can be shy at first, but quickly comes around with lickable treats and butt scratches!

Vienna does well with respectful cats and dogs, and also does well for nail trims. She has wonderful litter habits. Her adoption fee includes spay, microchip, age-appropriate vaccinations, deworming, and flea/tick/earmite treatment.

08/20/2025

Update: $70 of our $1800 goal has been raised

Eight kids saw the vet today, including Bodhi and Vienna’s mom (pictured in the carrier… my priority is never pics, I’m sorry; this is all I have 😂), and some of their colony friends - I’m a woman of my word; I wasn’t leaving the adults behind! No more baby-making or hormone-fuelled conflict for this bunch! This bill was quite hefty; though I want to continue supporting our community as best as I can, I can’t do it without you! Donations toward this crew’s care would be very greatly appreciated, and can be sent to [email protected]. If you can’t donate, please share! Thank you so much for your support 🩵 As always, please spay and neuter your pets, and support those around you in accessing resources!

08/19/2025

🐝Help Us Support Bee Meadow Farms This August! 🌿
We’re continuing our fundraising efforts all month long to support Bee Meadow Farm !
Bee Meadow Farms is a nonprofit sanctuary that provides a safe, loving home for rescued farm animals. Their mission goes beyond rescue — they work to educate the community on humane animal care, sustainability, and the importance of compassionate living. From cows and goats to chickens, pigs, and kittens, every animal at Bee Meadow is given a second chance to live a peaceful, happy life.
💛 We're accepting $5 donations, and with each donation, you’ll be entered to win a Stacy’s Pet Depot gift card & your name on our window🐾
Your support directly helps with food, medical care, and shelter for the animals — every dollar truly makes a difference.
Donate in-store or ask us how to contribute over the phone, or through e-transfer. Let’s show our love for the animals and those who care for them! 🐷🐔🐮

08/16/2025

May the person who left kittens near Second St/Pitt St in Cornwall last night, or this morning, please reach out? I would love to help you spay their mom; there is no judgment here. If you’re nervous to connect, please have a friend reach out.
Our intake is closed at this time. We will continue to support with TNR as much as we can. Thank you!

08/12/2025

A little Bodhi and Vienna update: These two have gained weight (a huge win for the 1lb they were at roughly 10 weeks old), Vienna has gotten over her URI, and both their injuries are healing super well! Check out Vienna’s beautiful enucleation site 🥳 I’m so grateful for Dr. M, and the life-saving work she, and the team, did for these two.

They’re not yet ready for adoption, but you’re welcome to connect with any questions!
Thank you from the bottom of my heart to those who reached out, or donated toward their care; nearly half the bill was covered thanks to your generosity 💚

07/22/2025

Update: Thank you to those who have donated! We’ve raised $328 of the $795!! Thank you for your generosity!

✨Urgent Intake/Request for Assistance for Bodhi and Vienna✨

We were contacted about the tabby pictured below having a suspected bite wound. I was suspicious of a bot fly larvae, and said suspicions were confirmed by our wonderful vet today! Little Bodhi had the larvae removed, and received antibiotics for a secondary abscessed infection. Bodhi also has a skull malformation, which we will continue to monitor.
I was supposed to pause intake as I need to catch-up on expenses, and recently learned of a pretty exciting severe cat allergy that has been impacting my health in many fun ways, but life had other plans (let’s hope my doctor doesn’t see this 😂😬)!

Today, Bodhi’s sister was secured. Vienna, whose name literally means to slow down and appreciate life, and whose lived experience serves as a raw reminder to do just that, had quite the ordeal. I won’t go into too much detail, but she likely contracted a respiratory infection, which resulted in a subsequent infection/abscess of the left eye. Unfortunately, her eye could not be saved, and she underwent an enucleation earlier today. I will post a “before” photo in the comments.
I am so grateful for the vet staff for seeing us so quickly, and alleviating Vienna and Bodhi’s pain. Thank you for saving lives, and doing a job so few could 💚

The bill today came in at the $795 mark, and I would be eternally grateful for any help in bringing this number down! I’m still working multiple jobs to vet and care for the cats I try to help 😅 Donations can be made via e-transfer to [email protected]. If you are unable to make a cash donation, I would also be very grateful for donations of alcohol empties, or sharing this post!

Bodhi and Vienna’s mom, and the other adults in this colony, will be vetted; the goal is to reduce the suffering of these cats, and ensure no more babies are born into a world where what you see pictured is their reality.

As always, please spay and neuter your pets, and help the furry/scaly/feathered friends in our community in whatever way you can 🩵

07/07/2025

Another super duper happy update!! Violet was ADOPTED by wonderful people I love dearly 🥹 I sound like a broken record at this point, but I’m so grateful for those who choose to adopt our four-legged friends. Peep Violet in her new home (she’s clearly not living her best life at all 😂). Thank you, J & B, for adopting little Violet ❤️

06/08/2025

Some happy adoption updates! I’m slacking on this front (oops), but Leo, Sandy, Shylo, and Spike have found their furever homes, and will be spoiled for the rest of their lives 🥰 I’m always blown away by the amazing people who adopt our fur kids, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to cross paths with some of the kindest, most wonderful people I’ve had the pleasure of meeting. Knowing that these cats, who have endured more than their fair share of hardships, will be showered with love for the rest of their days makes my heart so happy. Thank you for choosing to adopt ❤️

06/01/2025

🐾Cat Spotted🐾

This cat was seen off the trail along Emma St (Boals Drain Linear). The blue thing resembled an e-collar, and was stuck around the cat’s neck/leg, making it difficult to walk. Their coat was also quite matted and full of leaves. Cat went into a nearby yard, and did not let people approach. Please reach out if you recognize this poor cutie!

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