Meet Mellie.

Princeton, MN · 10 years 10 months · Calico / Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat)

Listed since Dec 24, 2025. Listing dates do not establish shelter intake or continuous availability.

First seen by Goodmorph Oct 30, 2026.

Rescue last updated: Jan 21, 2026

In the shelter’s words

*This animal is a part of our “Seniors for Seniors” program where we offer senior adopters an opportunity to adopt an eligible pet at a discounted fee.* Mellie is a resilient little feline who has braved the harsh Minnesota winters as a stray, and now she's ready to embrace the warmth and comfort of a loving home. This adorable "fluffy potato" is seeking a quiet sanctuary where she can truly blossom. Mellie thrives in a peaceful environment, making her the perfect companion for a calm household, ideally without children or other pets. She cherishes her quiet time with her humans, offering endless affection in return. While not a high-energy cat, Mellie enjoys playtime, engaging in short bursts before settling down for a well-deserved nap. Prepare for constant companionship, as Mellie's favorite pastime is receiving pets! She'll gracefully roll around like a "roly-poly," inviting belly rubs and thoroughly enjoying chin scratches. This gentle, shy girl may take a little time to adjust to a new space, but with patience and love, her goofy and affectionate side will undoubtedly shine through. Mellie communicates through delightful purrs and charming little grunts – she's not much of a meower! Her days revolve around delicious meals, invigorating playtime with her beloved long chew toys and string toys, and indulgent grooming sessions before her naps. Her absolute favorite moments are spent receiving abundant pets and showering her humans with affection, often expressed by rolling upside down and proudly displaying her belly for rubs. If you're seeking a devoted, quiet, and incredibly sweet companion to fill your home with warmth and soft purrs, Mellie is eagerly waiting to become your cherished family member. Give this deserving "little potato" the loving home she's always dreamed of! Mellie is from a stray surrender. If you are interested in getting to know this animal better, please fill out an adoption application. An adoption application is the best way to show your interest in an animal and is not a binding contract. To learn more about Ruff Start’s adoption process and the care our foster animals receive, please visit our How to Adopt page. If you are unable to adopt but want to help this animal and others in our care, you can donate to support the medical and veterinary needs of all Ruff Start Rescue animals.

RescueGroups record ID: 22151170

What this home needs

• Cats

  Mentioned by the shelter

  “Feed checkbox: Yes”

  Not a verified observation — ask staff about the context. A positive shelter report may support search results; it remains unverified and needs confirmation.

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• Children

  Mentioned by the shelter

  “Feed checkbox: Yes”

  Not a verified observation — ask staff about the context. A positive shelter report may support search results; it remains unverified and needs confirmation.

  Shelter statement ↗
• Still to ask the shelter

  other dogs · housing and stairs · medical and care. These details are not documented here; unknown does not mean no.

Roster last seen: Nov 2, 2026, 6:07 AM UTC
Goodmorph last synced: Nov 2, 2026, 6:07 AM UTC
Availability confirmed by a person: Not confirmed

Shelter staff and authorized volunteers: add a dated observation

This shared profile remains available for up to 90 days after it leaves the source roster, unless removal is requested sooner. Adoptions and applications are handled by the shelter.