Ruff Patches

Ruff Patches NOTE: The address listed is our mailing address. We do not have a physical building as we are an all foster home organization. East and Ave R every Saturday. .

Ruff Patches is an all volunteer-run animal welfare and advocacy organization. Ruff Patches is dedicated to keeping pets in homes! We provide food to low income pet owners, provide behavior support and veterinary support when we have the funds. Of course, we also rescue homeless animals and find them new, loving homes. We hold adoptions at Petsmart at 47th St.

🐾 **Seven Hearts, One Wish for a Forever Home** 🐾  Meet the stars of our adoption story—seven furry friends with so much...
02/02/2025

🐾 **Seven Hearts, One Wish for a Forever Home** 🐾

Meet the stars of our adoption story—seven furry friends with so much love to give!

💖 Castiel - Meet Castiel, the ultimate clown prince of cats! This playful and goofy boy is always up for a game of chase or a pounce on his favorite toy. With his quirky antics and endless charm, Castiel will bring laughter, love, and light into your life. Could your home be the stage for his fun-filled adventures? 🐾❤️

💖 Caitlyn & Connor - This loving sibling duo complements each other beautifully. Connor is a shy, gentle guy who would thrive in a quiet home where he can feel safe and loved. Caitlyn, on the other hand, is a curious little explorer with an adorable grumpy cat face that will steal your heart. Together, they’re a charming duo just waiting to bring warmth and love to their forever family.

💖 Watson - Say hello to Watson, the loyal sidekick with a kind and tender soul. He treasures quiet moments and loves to curl up near you, purring softly as his way of saying, “I’m here for you.” Watson’s gentle and affectionate demeanor will bring endless comfort to your home.

💖 Sherlock - Meet Sherlock, the inquisitive genius with a heart full of love. Always on the hunt for his next adventure, he’s a playful spirit who also enjoys a good snuggle after a day of exploring. With Sherlock by your side, every moment will be filled with joy and curiosity.

💖 Jean Grey & Bereet - These bonded sisters are the perfect balance of personalities. Jean Grey is the social butterfly, always ready to explore and greet with a curious purr, while Bereet is a sweet, gentle soul who adores quiet cuddles. Together, they create a harmony of love and warmth that will fill your home with joy.

These incredible cats are more than just pets—they’re family waiting to happen. Imagine the joy of coming home to their purrs, cuddles, and unconditional love. 🏡❤️

Could you be the one to make their forever dreams come true? Visit www.ruffpatches.org/adoptions today to meet them and start a new chapter filled with love and companionship.

Hi, hoomans! 👀 It’s Ayesha here, gracing your feed with my majestic stare—and also a teeny, tiny favor (okay, maybe not ...
02/01/2025

Hi, hoomans! 👀 It’s Ayesha here, gracing your feed with my majestic stare—and also a teeny, tiny favor (okay, maybe not so tiny). While I look like I’ve got it all together, we’re a bit short on some essentials at the rescue. We NEED Temptations cat treats (duh, obviously!), cat litter (‘cause priorities), canned cat food, and even dog treats for Ms. Barky herself - Leah.

You can help by checking out our Amazon & Chewy wishlists. Every donation goes straight to helping paws like mine at the rescue and needy tails wagging across the community - or if you’d rather, you can donate money, and the hoomans here will grab exactly what we need most! 💕 Be my hero today? 😻 P.S. I’ll throw in extra purrs as a thank you.

😻Chewy: https://bit.ly/chewywishrp
🐕️Amazon: https://amzn.to/3zffpqx
💲Donate: www.ruffpatches.org/donate
🐈‍⬛Venmo:
🐩Paypal: [email protected]

❄️🐾 With the (lightly) snow-covered world spread before her, Caitlyn sits awe, soaking in the rare beauty of winter in t...
01/28/2025

❄️🐾 With the (lightly) snow-covered world spread before her, Caitlyn sits awe, soaking in the rare beauty of winter in the AV. A sweet soul with a curious heart, she’s the perfect reminder that the best moments often come when we pause and simply watch the magic unfold. 🌨️✨

What’s Caitlyn thinking as she gazes out the window? A snowy adventure... or a warm nap by the heater? 🐱💭Share your own cozy winter moments or favorite snow-day memories in the comments! 📸❄️

If cozy was a professional sport, Caitlyn would be a gold medalist! 🏅 This 7-year-old queen of comfort is all about soft...
01/25/2025

If cozy was a professional sport, Caitlyn would be a gold medalist! 🏅 This 7-year-old queen of comfort is all about soft blankets, gentle purrs, and quiet moments of bliss. But what truly makes her happiest? Her brother, Connor. These two are a package deal—double the love, double the snuggles! 💕⁣

They’re searching for a calm, forever home where they can nap, cuddle, and bring endless joy to their humans. Could that be with you? 🌟

Life's a little brighter when you’re basking in the sun, just ask Charity. ☀️🐾 Our 8-year-old queen of radiance has turn...
01/18/2025

Life's a little brighter when you’re basking in the sun, just ask Charity. ☀️🐾 Our 8-year-old queen of radiance has turned her love for sunbathing into an art form! Once overlooked due to her past health struggles, she’s now living the dream in her forever home with us, showered with love and care.

Charity’s resilience is as inspiring as her sunny spirit, and with your help, we can keep her throne cozy and her days as warm as her beloved sunbeams. Sponsor Charity today and be part of her happily-ever-after. 💛✨

🐈️Sponsor Charity: www.ruffpatches.org/sponsor

Spotted! 🕵️‍♂️ Sherlock, our dashing 2-year-old feline sleuth, has zeroed in on his latest case—or maybe it’s just a rog...
01/17/2025

Spotted! 🕵️‍♂️ Sherlock, our dashing 2-year-old feline sleuth, has zeroed in on his latest case—or maybe it’s just a rogue feather toy attempting a great escape. With his piercing gaze and sharp instincts, Sherlock is not only a playful genius but also a social butterfly who thrives alongside other playful cats. Whether it's untangling yarn-based mysteries or charming his way into your heart, he’s always on the case! Now, this clever kitty is working on his most important mission yet: cracking the mystery of his forever home. Could you be the Watson to his Sherlock? (Oh, and by the way, our actual cat named Watson is also on the lookout for a forever human too!) 🐾❤️

When you walk into the kitchen at 1 AM and *someone* beats you to the midnight snack. 👀🍴  Manga’s wide-eyed stare says i...
01/12/2025

When you walk into the kitchen at 1 AM and *someone* beats you to the midnight snack. 👀🍴

Manga’s wide-eyed stare says it all—guilty or simply judging your life choices? We’re not sure if he’s caught us sneaking a snack or if he just uncovered his own secret stash of treats. 🍗🐾

✨ Adoption Update: Ginger’s New Chapter 🐾💕  After 852 days of patience and courage, Ginger is finally home—and she’s tak...
01/09/2025

✨ Adoption Update: Ginger’s New Chapter 🐾💕

After 852 days of patience and courage, Ginger is finally home—and she’s taking her sweet time soaking it all in. This cautious calico queen is finding her rhythm in her forever home, one step at a time. With her watchful yellow-amber eyes, Ginger quietly surveys her surroundings, adjusting to the soft hum of her new sanctuary. ✨

Her new sister, Chef, is a bundle of curiosity—but Ginger, true to her thoughtful nature, is playing it cool for now. Their budding relationship is a dance of patience, mutual respect, and curiosity.

And then there's Michele, Ginger’s loving mom. 💖 Michele has created the coziest little haven for her new companion, complete with sunlit windows for napping, a comfy bed for lounging, and endless gentle head scritches.

No matter what happens, one thing is sure—this trio is building a lifetime of precious moments together.

Let's send her good vibes as she blossoms with her loving family. Here's to many purrs, naps, and adventures to come! 🏡💕

**🚪 From Quarantine to the Cool Kids’ Club 🐾**  Big news for our angelic troublemaker, Castiel! He’s officially out of q...
01/08/2025

**🚪 From Quarantine to the Cool Kids’ Club 🐾**

Big news for our angelic troublemaker, Castiel! He’s officially out of quarantine and has moved in with our dynamic duo, Sherlock and Watson. And oh, what a *drama pawty* it’s been!

On his first night inside, Castiel proved to be a pro escape artist, squeezing out of the top of his cage—but don't worry, the humans quickly figured out how to keep this clever kitty safely inside!

Watson, true to his charming self, has already extended a paw of friendship. He’s the “come one, come all” type and seems interested to have a new buddy to share catnip secrets with. However, Sherlock fully embodies his namesake’s analytical (and slightly aloof) nature. His eyes seem to say, “Who invited *him*?” But we all know how cats are—they *never* like change… until they decide it was their idea all along.

Castiel, on the other hand, is living his best life. He's basking under sunbeams and stretching like he invented lounging, completely at home and as if to say, “This indoor life? Yeah, I could get used to it.”🐈✨

The road to a harmonious trio might take some time, but we’re optimistic these feline personalities will figure things out. After all, who can resist Castiel’s angelic charm for long? (Not us, that’s for sure!)

Soon, the search for Castiel’s forever home will begin. Could it be you? Stay tuned—you might just fall head over paws for this boy.

This holiday season didn’t quite deliver all the goodies our rescue cats (and one tail-wagging dog Leah!) dreamed of. Bu...
01/06/2025

This holiday season didn’t quite deliver all the goodies our rescue cats (and one tail-wagging dog Leah!) dreamed of. But the good news? YOU can help make their wishes come true! 🎁✨

From cozy beds to belly-approved treats and paw-some toys, everything on our Amazon and Chewy wishlists helps turn their ‘meh’ meows into purring joy and tail wags aplenty. 😻🐶 Every small donation is a big deal – it’s the difference between a cold floor and a snuggly bed, between empty bowls and full bellies, between tough times and second chances.

These sweet fur-babies are ready to fill your heart with gratitude-filled purrs and puppy-dog eyes (bonus points if you enjoy virtual head boops). 🐕💖 Don't paws – they're counting on YOU to sprinkle a little extra magic into their lives. Shop the lists today and help make their furry dreams come true! 🐾❤️

😻Chewy: https://bit.ly/chewywishrp
🐕️Amazon: https://amzn.to/3zffpqx
💲Donate: www.ruffpatches.org/donate
🐈‍⬛Venmo:
🐩Paypal: [email protected]

Behold! The rare and majestic Cat-in-the-Cubby is elegantly draped in the universal symbol of chill—one paw out- because...
01/04/2025

Behold! The rare and majestic Cat-in-the-Cubby is elegantly draped in the universal symbol of chill—one paw out- because full cubby commitment is for amateurs. 😼 Some say it’s a casual nap, but I say it’s a masterpiece in relaxation. Take notes, humans. ✌️

📸 Trying to get the *purr-fect* shot of Ayesha? Easier said than done. 😂  Instead of striking a pose, this little diva d...
01/02/2025

📸 Trying to get the *purr-fect* shot of Ayesha? Easier said than done. 😂

Instead of striking a pose, this little diva decided to turn her photo shoot into her own personal rolling spree. One second she’s here, the next she’s mid tumble, fur flying and whiskers wiggling. 😹✨

By photo #3, I stopped saying “hold still” and just started rolling with her (pun totally intended). 🤷‍♀️ And honestly? These candids are way better than any staged pose could’ve been!

Is she a model or the star of her own rom-com? Jury's out, but one thing’s for sure—Ayesha knows how to keep things fun and *fur-tastic*! 🐾

Which “rolling masterpiece” is your favorite? Comment below and tell Ayesha she nailed it (in her own chaotic way). 🌟 Accepting *Paw-litzer Prize* nominations now. 🏆

01/01/2025

🎉 Happy New Year from all of us at Ruff Patches! 🎉

Looking back on 2024, our hearts are full of gratitude. Thanks to YOU—our incredible donors, supporters, and adopters—we accomplished so much together! ❤️

Every tail wag, purr, and happy ending was made possible because of your kindness and generosity. But there’s still work to be done. Together, we can make 2025 even brighter for animals in need. 🌟

Join us in ringing in the New Year with hope and compassion—your donation today could be the start of a new chapter for a pet in need. Give love and second chances this year!

Thank you for being a part of our family. Here’s to saving even more lives in 2024! 🐾

🎉 New year, new... FURriend? 🐾 These purr-fect party animals are ready to leave the confetti behind and start 2025 snugg...
12/31/2024

🎉 New year, new... FURriend? 🐾 These purr-fect party animals are ready to leave the confetti behind and start 2025 snuggled up in their forever homes—*your* home perhaps? 😻

Why countdown the days when you could cuddle them away? These whiskered wonders are pros at making every moment pawsitively special (and they’ll never judge your resolutions, no matter how many times you "start tomorrow").

✨ Start your year off right—filled with love, purrs, and companionship that lasts way beyond January 1st. Don’t just make a resolution; make a difference. Let's make *their* New Year as special as they’ll make yours. 🎊

**💙 Castiel’s Next Chapter 💙**  We have an update on our sweet angel, Castiel. After his vet visit, we’ve learned he’s F...
12/30/2024

**💙 Castiel’s Next Chapter 💙**

We have an update on our sweet angel, Castiel. After his vet visit, we’ve learned he’s FIV positive. While this may sound scary at first, we want to share some uplifting truths about FIV+ cats—because, just like Castiel, they deserve love, happiness, and a fair chance at life.

Cats with FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus) can live long, healthy, and joyful lives with proper care and a stress-free environment. It’s not a death sentence—it’s simply a reminder to provide a little extra TLC, and that’s something Castiel already has in abundance!

It’s important to know how FIV is transmitted. It spreads mainly through deep bite wounds in unneutered outdoor cats—not through casual grooming, shared food/water bowls, or cuddles! With this knowledge, we hope to start dispelling the myths and lingering fears about FIV+ cats.

Castiel may have a unique challenge, but his loving personality, playful spirit, and endless purrs show that he has so much to offer. FIV doesn’t define him—it’s just a small part of his story. He’s one of many FIV+ cats who are ready to thrive in the right home filled with love and understanding.

✨ If you’ve adopted or cared for an FIV+ kitty, we’d love to hear your story! And for anyone considering opening their hearts to a cat like Castiel, know that the love you’ll receive in return is beyond measure. 🍀

Together, we can help rewrite the narrative for cats like Castiel, one purr at a time. 💕

🎉 The wait is over! After 852 days, Ginger has found her purr-fect forever home! 🏡❤️ This sweet calico queen now has a l...
12/29/2024

🎉 The wait is over! After 852 days, Ginger has found her purr-fect forever home! 🏡❤️ This sweet calico queen now has a loving mom and a new cat sister to share her days with, and we couldn’t be happier for her. 🐾💕

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who supported Ginger during her stay with us—whether you donated, shared her story, or sent her love from afar, you made this happy ending possible. 🙏🥰

From endless head boops to cuddle sessions in her new home, Ginger’s new chapter is off to an amazing start. Let's send her all the good vibes for this next adventure! 🌟💌

Drop a 🐾 in the comments to celebrate Ginger’s big milestone, and don’t forget to share her story to inspire others to adopt a furever friend!

All Jean Grey wants for Christmas is… a nap under the mistletoe and a forever home to call her own. 🎄🐾 She's purr-paring...
12/23/2024

All Jean Grey wants for Christmas is… a nap under the mistletoe and a forever home to call her own. 🎄🐾 She's purr-paring for the holidays in the comfiest way possible—head in the clouds, dreamin' of turkey dinners and cuddles by the fire. 🦃🔥 Tell us, what festive feline shenanigans are on your wish list this year? 🎅✨

Our petite queen of gentle grace, Charity, has a soul as tender as her soft paws. Her days are filled with quiet moments...
12/21/2024

Our petite queen of gentle grace, Charity, has a soul as tender as her soft paws. Her days are filled with quiet moments, sweet purrs, and a kind spirit that leaves everyone who meets her utterly smitten. But Charity’s story is still being written, and she needs a loving hand to continue to thrive. With your sponsorship, we can make sure her golden days are filled with comfort, care, and love. 💕

Every act of support ensures that Charity gets the lifelong care she truly deserves. Will you be the hero who helps our gentle queen continue her reign surrounded by warmth and kindness? 🌟🐾

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