Ragu

My story

Ragu is a very special young male tabby with a story that speaks to his incredible resilience and gentle heart. Once injured at the hands of a human, he suffered two fractures in his lower jaw that led to a severe bone infection (osteomyelitis). Despite the pain and long recovery—including relearning how to eat solid food—Ragu never lost his sweet, trusting nature. He spent weeks healing in foster care, learning to trust people again, and he's now fully recovered and ready to find a loving home. Ragu is playful and social. He loves the company of other cats and dogs and truly needs a home with other friendly pets to play with. He’s respectful when he plays—not overly dominant—and thrives on companionship. Wand toys, lasers, and treats are some of his favorite things, and he'd much rather romp around with furry friends than nap alone. Though Ragu is not a “lap cat,” he’s very affectionate in his own way. He will seek out gentle pets, purr sweetly, and sometimes curl up next to you. Because of his past trauma, he can be nervous if approached too quickly or picked up abruptly, so he needs a patient family willing to give him the extra time and understanding he deserves. With kindness and patience, his loving personality shines through beautifully. Ragu has excellent litter box manners and has been taught to take medication in a low-stress way—though he no longer needs any meds. His long recovery has not only healed him physically but also helped him grow emotionally and mentally into a truly wonderful companion. He’s looking for a calm, stable, and loving home where he can continue to build trust, play with other friendly pets, and know he will never again experience harm at human hands. Ragu is a sweet, intelligent, and remarkably kind cat ready for the second chance he truly deserves. Ragu is neutered, microchipped, up to date on vaccines and tested negative for FIV/FeLV and heartworm. His estimated DOB is  10/18/2024. Apply to adopt: https://alley-aristo.org/adoption-application  July 14, 2025, 6:30 pm

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Ragu, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.