06/04/2026
Meet Ruby: one of the rarest cats you’ll ever see! 💎🧡
Ruby is a 5-year-old long-haired orange cat who was rescued after being found abandoned and wandering the streets of Tulare County, California. When she first arrived at our rescue partner, her condition was so poor that she was believed to be nearly twice her actual age. Covered in dirt, fleas, and severely matted fur, Ruby had clearly been through a lot.
One of our dedicated staff members made a 13-hour round-trip journey to bring Ruby to Helen Woodward Animal Center, where she finally received the care, comfort, and love she deserved. Once she was cleaned up and examined by our veterinary team, it became clear that Ruby wasn’t an elderly cat at all, she was simply a victim of neglect.
Ruby is true representation of how crucial partnerships are in the world of animal rescue. Due to small populations and different demographics, cats and dogs in shelters in Central California are not adopted as frequently. This is why the Center works to create strong partnerships with organizations in these critical areas to make animals have a pathway to more populated areas with higher adoption rates. Without these partnerships, animals like Ruby never get a second chance, or even a first chance, at their forever home.
Now, this rare gem will be ready to find her forever family tomorrow! 🐾 Stop by to meet her! We will be open from 10am-6pm!
