Critter Details

  Meet Smudge! &#226&#156&#168 Smudge is a vivacious, bold, and absolutely hilarious teenage cat who is living her absolute best life and has absolutely no intention of toning it down for anyone. If you are looking for a cat who breaks every mold, marches to the beat of her own drum, and keeps you thoroughly entertained every single day — look no further because Smudge has arrived. Her Personality &#226&#156&#168 Smudge is one of those rare and magical personalities that you simply cannot manufacture. She is: &#239&#184&#143 A certified chatterbox — this girl has opinions, thoughts, commentary, and she will share ALL of them Affectionately bold — she will rub up on you with zero hesitation and maximum enthusiasm Confident and fun — a teenager in every sense of the word Surprisingly social — with cats AND dogs, she is genuinely one of the most adaptable cats you will ever meet The Food Commentary &#239&#184&#143 Let us be very clear about something important. When it comes to food Smudge does not simply meow — she delivers a full theatrical performance. We are talking passionate declarations, urgent announcements, and running commentary from the moment she suspects food might be coming until the very last bite disappears. Is it a little dramatic? Absolutely. Is it completely hilarious and endearing? One thousand percent yes. Meal times with Smudge are never boring and honestly never will be. Smudge does require a special diet as she's highly sensitive to synthetic vitamins in some foods. She's currently enjoying rabbit and is looking forward to sampling chicken in the future. Her Favorite Things When Smudge is not busy narrating her life story or demanding her next meal you can find her: Chasing her beloved laser pointer with the focus and intensity of a seasoned athlete — this girl takes her laser pointer sessions very seriously Rubbing up on her favorite humans with all the confidence and affection of someone who knows exactly how charming she is Hanging out with dogs because why limit your social circle? Living her best teenage life completely unapologetically Her Most Impressive Achievement Here is something that will truly set Smudge apart from every other cat you have ever considered — Smudge is approximately 70% leash trained. Yes. You read that correctly. This cat — this magnificent, boundary defying, rule breaking teenage cat — will walk on a leash. Not perfectly. Not every time. Not without her own unique editorial input on the matter. But she will do it and that puts her in a very elite category of extraordinary cats. She is essentially a dog in a cat suit and she owns it completely. Her Social Life Smudge is remarkably and wonderfully social for a cat: &#226&#156&#133 Good with dogs of ALL sizes — big dogs, little dogs, all the dogs &#226&#156&#133 Cat friendly — she gets along beautifully with her feline peers &#226&#156&#133 People loving — affectionate, engaging, and always up for interaction &#226&#156&#133 The kind of cat that dog people fall in love with because she simply does not act like a stereotypical cat Her Ideal Home Smudge would be absolutely perfect for: Dog owners looking to add a feline family member who will actually fit in seamlessly with their pack Active people who love the idea of a cat who might just join them on outdoor adventures Anyone who appreciates humor, personality, and a cat who talks back A home that will embrace her teenage energy and bold spirit rather than trying to quiet it Someone committed to regular laser pointer sessions — this is non negotiable Why Smudge? Smudge is not your average cat and she never will be. She is a conversation starter, a mood lifter, a dog's best friend, and a human's greatest entertainment. She will narrate your mornings, chase the laser with Olympic level dedication, rub against your legs with shameless affection, and maybe — just maybe — walk beside you on a leash like the absolute icon she is. Life with Smudge is loud, loving, joyful, and never ever dull. She is 70% leash trained, 100% personality, and 1000% worth it. Smudge is ready for her forever home — and fair warning, your house will never be quiet again. You are so welcome.   Adoption fee: $200, includes sterilized,  2 FVRCP, deworming, flea preventative, microchip     If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application and a representative will get back to you shortly to answer any questions you may have. The adoption policies and applications can be found at the following links: https://fancycats.org/adopt-a-cat and https://fancycats.org/adopt-a-dog. Email us at  adoption@fancycats.org for general questions about our rescued cats. Email us at dogadoptions@fancycats.org for general questions about our rescued dogs. See our calendar of adoption events at https://fancycats.org/(scroll towards bottom) You can save animals like this one by becoming a foster! Fosters are like bridges between high kill shelters and forever homes. We need fosters so that we can save cats and dogs before they are euthanized at the shelters. If you are interested in becoming a foster, please visit: https://fancycats.org/volunteer