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Richardsons Rescue

501(c)3 cat rescue organization dedicated to rehoming cats through our in-home foster care program. We are not a drop off shelter. It takes a village . . .

We're an active TNR group involved in community outreach, too. Any intake requests must be made through our website. Our volunteers reach out to members of the community in need of help with stray and/or feral cat overpopulation due to abandonment and neglect. We participate in Trap, Neuter, Return and pull as many cats or kittens we can with a good demeanor to rehome. It takes a village because w

ithout the help of the veterinarians and clinics, donations from the public, dedicated foster volunteers, and a caring community willing to adopt, we wouldn't be able to save so many lives. Thank you for doing your part.

12/31/2025

Today is the last day to make a tax-deductible donation to support our mission for the 2025 calendar year. And what a year it has been. ❤️

In 2024, we stayed true to our mission of Rescue, Rehabilitate, Rehome, and Repeat, helping more than 300 cats and kittens find the loving homes they always deserved. We also worked tirelessly in our community to trap, vaccinate, neuter, and return over 100 adult feral cats, helping reduce suffering and prevent future litters.

All of this was accomplished by a small but mighty team of dedicated volunteers—people who give their time, energy, supplies, and hearts without receiving a single dime. And behind them is our incredible village of supporters, who show up again and again with donations, shares, supplies, transports, and love. We truly couldn’t imagine a better community.

As we close out the year, we hope everyone has a safe and happy New Year. We are already looking forward to doing even more good in 2025.

If you are able to give today, donations can be sent through our website www.RichardsonsRescue.org

If you’re not in a position to donate, you can still make a huge impact by sharing our posts, volunteering, fostering, or adopting.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for an incredible year. We couldn’t have reached these lifesaving numbers without your support. If you adopted this year or in years past feel free to share pics of your kitties! Here are just a few pictures of our wonderful year! 💛🐾

12/29/2025

We have more gorgeous tabby kittens available. Brie and Cheddar are adorable sisters that are sweet but in our category of "shy" kitties. They purr and lay in their foster people's laps but will need the standard time to adjust in a new home. New experiences are still scary to them.

12/27/2025

Meet Charlie – an 11-week-old kitten who’s ready to steal your heart and your lap!
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This handsome little gentleman sports a striking velvety caramel and chocolate fur pattern that swirls beautifully across his coat, giving him the look of a luxurious, pint-sized tiger. Fully vetted, neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped, Charlie is 100% ready to head home with you today!
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Charlie is the perfect mix of affectionate and adventurous. He’s a total love bug who actively seeks out human contact, eagerly hopping into your lap for extended snuggle sessions while purring like a tiny motor. Yet he’s also curious and bold, fearlessly exploring new spaces with wide eyes and confident steps. He gets along wonderfully with other cats and kittens, playfully wrestling and chasing, making him an ideal addition to a home with a feline friend already.
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If you’re searching for a charming, playful kitten who will greet you with affectionate nose kisses and head bumps, entertain you with his antics, and melt into your lap at day's end, Charlie is the one for you.
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Come meet this velvety-coated cuddle champion – he can’t wait to become your forever companion! 🐾
Charlie has mild to moderate upper eyelid agenesis of both eyes which is resulting in trichiasis (hairs rubbing the ocular surface) and therefore, keratitis (inflammation of the ocular surface with some scarring and blood vessels present). Charlie will need a cryoepilation procedure (freezing the eyelid and plucking the hairs) in about 2 to 3 months. Richardsons Rescue will cover the cost of this procedure..

Adoptable through Richardsons Rescue @ richardsonsrescue.org

12/26/2025

Please Give Our Shy Kitties a Chance!

Not every cat walks right up to you, purrs on sight, or instantly melts into your arms. Some of our sweetest souls need a moment… and gosh, do they deserve it.

Many of our shy kitties have seen things no animal should ever have to face, cold nights outside, empty bellies, the uncertainty of surviving on the streets. They learned to be cautious because life didn’t give them many reasons to trust.

But here’s the beautiful part:
When you do give them that moment… when you sit quietly, offer a soft word, a gentle hand, a little patience… they bloom. They love deeply, fiercely, and with their whole hearts. Once they feel safe, they become the most loyal, grateful companions you could ever imagine.

These cats aren’t “difficult.” They’re just healing.
They aren’t “unfriendly.” They’re simply waiting for someone who sees past the initial fear and notices the spark underneath.

They are loving.They are sweet.They are worth it. They are so, so deserving of love.

Please consider opening your heart and home to one of our shy babies. Give them the chance no one else has given them… and they will thank you every single day with trust, affection, and a bond that feels truly magical.

Patience can change a life. Maybe even yours!

12/24/2025

Update adopted with his sibling :)

Feeling nostalgic this Christmas?

Some of us miss the 90s vibes so much, that we named a sweet little pet with such absolute perfection.

Meet Tamagotchi, affectionately known in her foster home as ChiChi.

She’s equal parts playful and curious, loves feather toys the most, and will roll over for the occasional belly rub.

Nearly a roar (according to her 🤭), get ready for the loud, healing purrs from the past!

Can this really be nostalgia, though? The 90s were only like … yesterday … right? 🥴😅

Find her here 👉🏼 https://www.adoptapet.com/pet/46746636-richmond-virginia-cat

12/23/2025

UPDATE: ADOPTION PENDING!!

Meet Latte — stunning to look at, complicated to love, but absolutely worth it.
You’ve heard of Miss Congeniality? Yeah… that’s not him. Latte is basically that hot guy who knows he’s hot... gorgeous, a little moody, and fully aware he can get away with it because he’s beautiful.

Rescued from under a shed, he’s seen some things, and while he isn’t feral, he is timid and prefers life strictly on his own terms. If he wants to cuddle, congrats, he’ll honor you with his presence like the little king he is. But if you try to initiate affection first? Absolutely not. Your request will be declined.

Latte loves other cats and plays wonderfully with them, but loud dogs, chaotic homes, or kids? Hard pass. He can also get a bit jealous when his chosen human gives attention to other kitties. he’s dramatic like that.

He can be very sweet, he can be aloof, and sometimes he’ll just scurry away because… well, because he's Latte. He is the boss. He knows it. And honestly, you’ll probably cater to his whims because he’s just that handsome.

Latte needs a patient, understanding adopter who appreciates a quirky, boundary-loving cat with a ton of turdy personality. His behavior may not match his model-level looks, but for the right home, he’s a one-of-a-kind gem.

Edited to add he's 4 months old

12/22/2025

A Holiday Adoption Update from Richardsons Rescue

As the holidays approach, we want to gently but clearly address something we see every year: last-minute “Christmas kittens.” While kittens make adorable photos and heartfelt gifts, adopting a pet should never be an impulse or a surprise. Animals are a 15–20 year commitment, not a seasonal one, and historically, holiday adoptions done in haste often lead to returns once the decorations come down and routines resume.

For this reason, we will not be vetting or approving any new adoption applications until after Christmas. In addition, like many rescues, we operate entirely with volunteers. Our volunteer availability will be very limited through the holidays and until after the first of the year, as our team spends time with their own families and animals.

We also want to address a common question from first-time adopters. We understand that you may not yet have an established veterinarian — that’s okay. However, we do expect adopters to have done basic homework before applying. This includes:

Having an idea of which veterinary practice you plan to use, or

Noting clearly on your application that you are a first-time pet owner and are requesting our recommendation for a veterinarian.

Thoughtful preparation tells us that you are planning for your new pet’s long-term health and well-being, not just the excitement of bringing them home.

We truly appreciate everyone who supports rescue animals and wants to open their heart and home. If you’re thinking about adopting, January is a wonderful time to start the process — when schedules are calmer, routines are established, and decisions can be made with care and intention.

Thank you for understanding, and for always putting the animals first.

12/19/2025

UPDATE: She got her Christmas wish!!! She has found her forever family.

Dear Santa 🎄,

It’s me Muffin again! I hope you remember me. I’m playful, sweet, and super cuddly—and I’m a master biscuit maker, too. My biggest Christmas wish is a forever home of my very own.

I’ve had some adoption inquiries, but none have worked out yet. You see, I’ve learned something important about myself: I need friends. When I don’t have playmates, I get bored and lonely and sometimes act out. I’m not a bad kitty at all—I just need other furry friends to play with and keep my heart happy.

I have soooo much love to give and I’m dreaming of a home filled with fun, friendship, and cuddles. Please help me find my perfect family this Christmas.

Love always,
Muffin 🐾💖

12/14/2025

Update adopted!

Muffin’s heart has always been full of love, she just hasn’t found the right place to give it yet.

Rescued as a tiny kitten, Muffin’s beauty and sweet nature helped her get adopted quickly by a kind older woman who truly loved her. But love alone couldn’t give Muffin what she needed most. As she grew, it became clear that Muffin wasn’t meant for a quiet life. She needed play, movement, friends, and stimulation.

In a calm home with a cat who wanted no part of kitten energy, Muffin grew lonely. Her boredom turned into frustration—not because she was “bad,” but because she was desperate to play, to interact, to be a kitten. What we often call “singleton syndrome” set in, and despite how much her adopter cared, it just wasn’t the right fit for Muffin’s vibrant spirit.

Making the decision to bring her back was heartbreaking—but it was the right one.

Once Muffin entered a busy, high-energy foster home, she bloomed almost instantly. Surrounded by other cats, dogs, and constant activity, the stressed, lonely kitten disappeared. In her place was the Muffin she was always meant to be.

Now she chirps and “talks” as she follows her foster mom from room to room. She curls into her foster dad’s lap, kneading biscuits like it’s her full-time job. She climbs cat trees, chases toys with pure joy, gives the sweetest head bumps, and melts into cuddles once her playful heart is content. There is zero aggression now—only happiness and love!

Muffin is now a 6 month old snuggle queen with a playful soul. She plays hard, loves deeply, and thrives when she has friends and stimulation. All she’s missing now is a forever family who understands her needs and wants to give her the life she’s been waiting for.

Sweet Muffin doesn’t want another goodbye. She wants her forever.
She is dreaming of a home by Christmas 🎄—a family to love, to play with, and to finally belong to.

Could that family be you? 💞

12/12/2025

Our HQ is full again!

For those who don’t know, our HQ is our small brick-and-mortar space dedicated to housing adult kitties in our rescue. While most of our kittens are placed in foster homes, HQ gives our adult cats—who often get overlooked—the chance to live cage-free in a cozy, cat-café-style environment. Warm beds, fun toys, wall shelves, soft music, sunshine… they get it all while they wait for their forever families.

This special place is kept running by our incredible volunteers, who make sure the rooms stay clean and the kitties stay loved.

Right now, our residents range from a few sweet teenagers like James Dean and Pinkie Lee to our stunning 8-year-old odd-eyed girl, Sugar Pie.

Often the HQ becomes the sanctuary for our mom kitties who have weaned their last litter, and it also provides a safe place for a shy kitty or two to learn trust at their own pace. Matilda and Wanda are here now after raising their kittens. Cheyenne and gorgeous Delta are two lovely ladies who came in nervous around people, but they have blossomed with the love and patience they receive here.

And then, of course, we have kitties like Newman—absolutely perfect in every possible way. It makes zero sense to us that he hasn't been chosen yet.

If you're looking for your next furry family member, or if you simply want to support a space that gives these deserving cats a second chance, our HQ residents would love to meet you.

12/10/2025

Update: Adopted!
THIS … is Tater Tot!

Tater freaking TOT! As if her whiskers aren’t cute enough, her name just takes the cake … or um … potato? Meh. You get the idea.

If you have personal space that you want invaded, this is your girl.

Too much privacy? 👀 She will fix that!

Love lots of fishy face kisses? Pucker up, butter cup 😘

UPDATE: ADOPTED

Love the sound of a jingle bell rolling down the hall? Ho ho ho! Tater Tot would LOVE to outshine Santa’s sleigh bells 👌🏼

And at the end of the day, if you’re tired of wearing a scarf or pulling a blanket up to your chin in this chilly weather, Tater Tot 100% volunteers to curl up on your chest, keep you warm, and purr her absolute delight (which, by the way, research shows may improve your health 😉).

Want to meet this sweet baby girl?

Submit an adoption application at www.RichardsonsRescueRVA.org. Please include her name 🫶🏼

Address

8174 Ladiestown Road
Mechanicsville, VA
23111

Website

http://www.richardsonsrescueRVA.org/

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