Hi, I’m Mina! I’m a very sweet, playful little girl with a big personality packed into a tiny body. I’m known for making the world’s fastest biscuits—seriously, lightning speed—before plopping down next to you for a well-earned nap. I’ve learned that making cute little mew and gurgly-whimper sounds gets me attention, so yes… I use that skill often. I love having all eyes on me and being near my people as much as possible. I’m a total cuddle bug and happiest when you’re close by, soaking up pets and love. I do appreciate my space if I start to feel overstimulated, and I’m polite about it—I’ll give a little warning slap or nip to let you know I need a break. Once I’ve reset, I’m right back to being sweet and affectionate. I can be a bit mischievous, but as long as I have plenty of toys to keep me busy, I’m a very happy girl. My daily routine is pretty perfect: I wake up, sit by the window and watch the world go by, eat a good meal, demand lots of attention and pets, then take a cozy nap. After that, it’s playtime! I love batting my spring toy all around the room—it’s my absolute favorite, though string toys are a close second. I’ve been around other cats, and while I might hiss or growl at first, a slow and patient introduction helps me feel safe and comfortable. I’m a tiny ball of adorableness with a big heart, a playful spirit, and a whole lot of love to give—especially if you’re ready to listen when I mew, because I know it works. Mina is from a local impound.
Hi, I’m Mina! I’m a very sweet, playful little girl with a big personality packed into a tiny body. I’m known for making the world’s fastest biscuits—seriously, lightning speed—before plopping down next to you for a well-earned nap. I’ve learned that making cute little mew and gurgly-whimper sounds gets me attention, so yes… I use that skill often. I love having all eyes on me and being near my people as much as possible. I’m a total cuddle bug and happiest when you’re close by, soaking up pets and love. I do appreciate my space if I start to feel overstimulated, and I’m polite about it—I’ll give a little warning slap or nip to let you know I need a break. Once I’ve reset, I’m right back to being sweet and affectionate. I can be a bit mischievous, but as long as I have plenty of toys to keep me busy, I’m a very happy girl. My daily routine is pretty perfect: I wake up, sit by the window and watch the world go by, eat a good meal, demand lots of attention and pets, then take a cozy nap. After that, it’s playtime! I love batting my spring toy all around the room—it’s my absolute favorite, though string toys are a close second. I’ve been around other cats, and while I might hiss or growl at first, a slow and patient introduction helps me feel safe and comfortable. I’m a tiny ball of adorableness with a big heart, a playful spirit, and a whole lot of love to give—especially if you’re ready to listen when I mew, because I know it works. Mina is from a local impound.
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Additional adoption info
After adoption we’d love to remain a resource for you if you have questions or concerns you need help addressing with your new pet. Please reach out to us at adoptionfollowup@ruffstartrescue.org if we can be of any assistance.
After adoption we’d love to remain a resource for you if you have questions or concerns you need help addressing with your new pet. Please reach out to us at adoptionfollowup@ruffstartrescue.org if we can be of any assistance.
Ruff Start Rescue is a foster-based rescue, meaning no animals are available at the Princeton, MN office for public viewing or adoption. All animals in our care reside in foster homes with few special exceptions for our adoption center animals, who are housed at our partnering facilities temporarily before adoption. To meet a Ruff Starter you may be interested in adopting, please submit an adoption application on our website.
Ruff Start Rescue is a foster-based rescue, meaning no animals are available at the Princeton, MN office for public viewing or adoption. All animals in our care reside in foster homes with few special exceptions for our adoption center animals, who are housed at our partnering facilities temporarily before adoption. To meet a Ruff Starter you may be interested in adopting, please submit an adoption application on our website.
More about this rescue
Ruff Start Rescue is a foster-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit companion animal rescue that primarily serves communities throughout the state of Minnesota, as well as states in the south with severe pet overpopulation. We rescue stray, neglected, abandoned, and surrendered dogs and cats as well as ferrets, guinea pigs, rabbits, and other critters. Most of our work is accomplished by a complex network of volunteers, fosters, and supporters, all of whom come together to save thousands of animals each year.
Since our inception, we’ve firmly believed that a home is usually a far more desirable environment than a shelter or a kennel for most companion animals in need of a forever family. As a result, we rely nearly exclusively on volunteers to provide foster homes for rescued pets until they find their adoptive homes. Please note: this means no animals are available at our facility for public viewing.
Each pet in our care is provided with routine vaccinations, spay/neuter procedures, microchipped, given internal and external parasite preventatives, and tested for common bloodborne pathogens such as heartworm and feline leukemia. Advanced veterinary care is provided to any animal that requires such services before adoption.
If you are interested in fostering, adopting, or volunteering, please fill out an applicable application at our website: www.ruffstartrescue.org.
Ruff Start Rescue is a foster-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit companion animal rescue that primarily serves communities throughout the state of Minnesota, as well as states in the south with severe pet overpopulation. We rescue stray, neglected, abandoned, and surrendered dogs and cats as well as ferrets, guinea pigs, rabbits, and other critters. Most of our work is accomplished by a complex network of volunteers, fosters, and supporters, all of whom come together to save thousands of animals each year.
Since our inception, we’ve firmly believed that a home is usually a far more desirable environment than a shelter or a kennel for most companion animals in need of a forever family. As a result, we rely nearly exclusively on volunteers to provide foster homes for rescued pets until they find their adoptive homes. Please note: this means no animals are available at our facility for public viewing.
Each pet in our care is provided with routine vaccinations, spay/neuter procedures, microchipped, given internal and external parasite preventatives, and tested for common bloodborne pathogens such as heartworm and feline leukemia. Advanced veterinary care is provided to any animal that requires such services before adoption.
If you are interested in fostering, adopting, or volunteering, please fill out an applicable application at our website: www.ruffstartrescue.org.
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