06/24/2026
The first thing people notice about Gru is that he acts like he has known you his whole life. He was a kitten here once, back in 2022. When he came back to us this past February, that had not changed one bit.
A good Samaritan had been looking out for him and wanted to make sure he got the care he needed. Life with pets does not always go the way anyone expects, and that is exactly why we are here.
What followed was one of the most comprehensive veterinary journeys we have seen. Our Veterinary Services team worked with Gru for months, ruling out ringworm, infections, and other causes before identifying the source of his skin issues. When they needed more answers, they sent him to a board-certified dermatologist at Veterinary Specialty Group, who diagnosed him with Feline Atopic Skin Syndrome, caused by environmental allergens like dust mites, pollen, and mold. He also tested positive for FIV. Our team developed a tailored treatment plan with careful medication monitoring, a specialized diet, and omega-3 supplementation. Our Behavior team was with him through all of it, making sure small adjustments kept him comfortable and emotionally supported.
Day to day, his care is simpler than it sounds: an indoor lifestyle, a special diet, and routine vet visits. The right person for Gru just needs to show up consistently, which describes most great pet guardians anyway.
Gru's skin is improving, and he is proving himself to be a bright, alert, affectionate cat who greets every person like an old friend. Our team has grown quite attached…because, how could we not?
Gru is available now at our Kosasa Family Campus at Hoʻopili, open daily from 11 am to 6 pm. Sponsored by Kyle's Fund, his adoption fee is fully waived, and he will go home with food, a carrier, an engraved tag, and goodies to get settled with his new ʻohana.
If you have been thinking about opening your home to a cat who has been through a lot and still chooses people, every single time, we think you should come meet Gru.
