By The Ruffian Foundation|Castle Hayne, NC
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Please, we desperately need your help to save Poppy.
Poppy is a sweet, beautiful 6-year-old long-haired girl who was brought to our rescue after having litter box issues. Tragically, we now know those issues most likely weren't behavioral—they were a silent cry for help. Poppy was likely suffering from severe, undiagnosed illnesses before she was surrendered to us. She dropped from her top weight of 16 pounds to under 9 pounds. She is a ghost of her former self, and her body is fighting a massive battle against both hepatic lipidosis and pancreatitis.
We caught her just in time, and she is finally getting the critical medical care she has so desperately needed. To save her life, Poppy is getting a feeding tube placed and will require intensive, long-term care to pull through.
We refuse to give up on Poppy, but her veterinary bills are mounting rapidly, and we cannot do this alone. We are pleading with our community today: please, if you can find it in your heart, consider donating to help offset Poppy’s medical expenses. Every single dollar goes directly to her treatment and gives this gentle soul the second chance at life she truly deserves.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your kindness, your prayers, and your support. Please help us save Poppy.
November 12, 2026
Poppy is feeling stronger in the loving arms of her foster mom and dad, Mandi and Ryan. She has been hanging out in the cat tree and made friends with one of the resident cats, Lena. She is still on her feeding tube routine with special foods, medications and her long term prognosis is very guarded but her little spirit is strong.
November 5, 2026
Our sweet Poppy is a little better today. She was taken off her fluid pump today to give her a break. She is getting her new medication and resting. She still has a ways to go but she is holding her own. Sending love, sweet baby girl.
November 2, 2026
Poppy spent the weekend at our vet getting fluids and fed through her tube. She is doing ok but has a long way to go. She was experiencing bruising Friday because of her liver issues. Hopefully it gets less acute. Sending lots of love to our sweet girl.
October 28, 2026
A medical plan has been devised for Poppy. To treat her pancreatitis she will receive a feeding tube, pain medications and ongoing bloodwork to check her progress. Fortunately Poppy has a loving supportive and experienced foster who will take care of her. Please send healing thoughts.
$50 - Anonymous 1 day ago
Thinking of you sweet Poppy and mandi/
$50 - Amanda Z. 4 days ago
Good luck, Poppy! You are in the best of hands.
$15 - Meghan H. 6 days ago
$250 - Alan E. 1 week ago
With much love <3
$25 - Anonymous 1 week ago
Hoping for the best for Poppy!! ~ Cheryl B
$100 - Nan & Robert F. 1 week ago
Special Cousin Love to Poppy and Mandi. Get well soon, Sweet Kitty.
$50 - Sharon H. 1 week ago
Sending love and hope sweet Poppy.
$25 - Julie K. 2 weeks ago
Feel better sweet Poppy. You are in great,caring hands. ❤️
$25 - Anonymous 2 weeks ago
Keep getting stronger baby girl.
$100 - Amanda B. 2 weeks ago
💛💛💛
$100 - Sue H. 2 weeks ago
$25 - Anonymous 2 weeks ago
$25 - Bailey S. 2 weeks ago
$25 - Anonymous 2 weeks ago
Please get well Poppy.