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My name is Wyatt!

Posted over 10 months ago | Updated over 3 months ago

My basic info

Breed
Ragdoll
Color
White (Mostly)
Age
2 years 4 months old, Young
Sex
Female
Pet ID
Hair Length
long

My details

Alert icon Not good with kids
Alert icon Not good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Needs experienced adopter
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My personality

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Meet Wyatt – Beautiful, Bold, and Not Your Average Lap Cat

Let’s keep it real—Wyatt is not your typical “cuddles and kisses” kind of kitty. Now 2 years old, this stunning ragdoll mix may look like a soft, fluffy dream, but she’s here to remind you that appearances can be very deceiving.

Wyatt came to us as a kitten, part of a litter of unsocialized siblings crammed into a Pampers box and left to fend for themselves. While some of her littermates have come around to human affection, Wyatt has made it clear: she lives life on her terms. She doesn’t want to be picked up, fussed over, or pet just because you feel like it. When—and if—she wants attention, she’ll come to you. Until then, respect is non-negotiable.

Wyatt isn’t aggressive. She’s not broken or bad. She’s just an independent spirit who values space and autonomy. What she does love is other cats. Wyatt absolutely thrives in the company of confident, cat-friendly companions and must be adopted into a home with at least one feline friend. It’s how she builds confidence and feels safe.

She’s looking for a quiet, adult-only home with a patient, cat-savvy adopter who truly understands feline body language and is willing to earn her trust—slowly and on her terms. This isn’t a short-term commitment or a feel-good adoption story. It’s a long game, and every small breakthrough will be a victory.

If you’re someone who finds joy in the slow build, who values quiet companionship over constant contact, and who is willing to love a cat just as she is, Wyatt might just be the most rewarding companion you’ll ever meet.

But please—only apply if you mean it. Wyatt’s been waiting for the right person. She deserves nothing less.

Please be sure to read a cat's full bio before applying! We do our best to keep bios updated as we learn more about each cat or as circumstances change. The bio is the best place to find the most current and important information about their needs, personality, and ideal home.

Please be sure to read a cat's full bio before applying! We do our best to keep bios updated as we learn more about each cat or as circumstances change. The bio is the best place to find the most current and important information about their needs, personality, and ideal home.

Thank you for your interest in adopting from Scruffy Paws Animal Rescue! If this post is still up, we are still accepting applications for this cat(s)/kitten(s). There's no need to email us about availability, just submit an application if you're interested! For more information about our adoption process, please visit our website: https://scruffypawsanimalrescue.org/about-adoption/

All adoption fees include:
- Spay/neuter surgery Adoption Process
- Microchip
- Rabies and distemper vaccinations
- Proof of FIV/feline leukemia testing
- Flea treatment & deworming
- A veterinary exam

Please Note: Scruffy Paws operates by appointment only and is not open to the public. Many of our cats and kittens are in foster homes, so for the safety of our fosters and adopters, an approved adoption application is required before scheduling a meet-and-greet.

Ready to apply? Submit an adoption application on our website here:
https://form.jotform.com/250234822801145

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