Adopt

My name is Rusty!

Posted over 3 months ago | Updated over 3 months ago

Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Approve Application

3

Meet the Pet

4

Home Check

5

Sign Adoption Contract

6

Pay Fee

7

Take the Pet Home

Adoption fee: $150

This helps Feral Today Friend Tomorrow with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Domestic Longhair
Color
Orange or Red
Age
3 years 3 months old, Adult
Sex
Male
Pet ID
Hair Length
long

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Needs experienced adopter
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Has special needs

My personality

My story

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

Meet Rusty

Rusty is a stunning long-haired male—so chill, you might forget he lives with you... until his soft floofy tail brushes your hand. At around 2 years old (estimated), Rusty has a special knack for lounging beside you while you sleep or work, quietly offering companionship with zero expectations.


Personality & Quirks

Laid-back Lounger: Rusty is a couch potato extraordinaire—happy to chill anywhere you are. Toys? Not his thing—but calm conversation and the gentle hum of your presence? Perfect.

Sensitive Soul: He's a bit skittish and may hide when things get loud. A peaceful home will help him feel secure


Sweet Bed Buddy: This floof loves sleeping beside you, subtly reminding you that love comes in quiet purrs—not loud demands.


Rusty’s Backstory

Rusty’s life began in a manufacturing yard, where fate intervened when he fell into a rusty, rainwater-filled drum. Miraculously, he barely kept his head above water—and that's where rescuers found him, trembling but alive. Now, he’s ready for a home that’s calmer than comforts of rescue living.


Why He Needs You (And Why You’ll Need Him)

We hadn’t planned to rehome Rusty—he’s too gentle, too sweet—but life at the rescue, with new cats rotating daily, has become overwhelming for him. He yearns for peace and a serene space of his own. You’ll be giving him more than a home—you’ll be gifting him peace of mind.

Rusty is bonded with his brother, Indy, and they must be adopted together. These two balance each other perfectly and find comfort in each other’s company. They are available only through a foster-to-adopt arrangement, so we can ensure the transition is smooth for everyone—especially them.


Ideal Home For Rusty

Quiet and Calm: A household without loud children, blaring TVs, or constant commotion.

Patient & Peaceful Humans: Someone who speaks softly and offers gentle assurance.

Consistent Routine: Will help him feel safe, seen, and valued.

Bedside Presence: You snooze, he snoozes right next to you—no demands, just gentle warmth.


If your idea of a perfect evening involves soft purrs and silent companionship, then Rusty is waiting to be your quiet confidant. Please reach out—your peaceful soul (and Rusty’s) may just find home in each other.
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
Contact
Laurie Crosson
Phone
Address
PO Box 531027, Livonia, MI 48152

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

2.

Approve Application

3.

Meet the Pet

4.

Home Check

5.

Sign Adoption Contract

6.

Pay Fee

7.

Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

An application must be filled out and approved before we make special arrangements to meet a cat/kitten. Feral Today Friend Tomorrow adopts to homes that are best fit for the animals’ needs, not on a first-come, first-served basis.

As all our foster cats are in private homes, we require an approved application before setting up a meet and greet. You can submit the application online

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

As all our foster cats are in private homes, we require an approved application before setting up a meet and greet. You can submit the application online

More about this rescue

Our mission is to socialize and prepare abandoned, relinquished, or un-housed cats and kittens for permanent homes via our foster network. We also work to reduce the overpopulation of feral cats in the Metro Detroit Area through TNR to help homeless cats live happier, healthier lives.

Feral Today Friend Tomorrow began with one cat who was lost, alone, and hungry 3 years ago. She promptly told all of her friends about us. Now we are working to help cats and kittens throughout Oakland and Wayne Counties. Feral Today Friend Tomorrow provides foster homes and adoption services for those in our care. Feral Today Friend Tomorrow prides itself on providing loving and compassionate care for all kinds of cats, from neonatal kittens, feral cats who want to transition to a new indoor lifestyle, spicy seniors and all those in-between.

All of our animals are spayed or neutered, up to date on appropriate vaccinations, and chipped prior to being adopted to their forever homes.

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