About this Cat
Hello there... my name is Goofy. I know—it's a name that suggests playfulness and silliness, but I'm still learning how to embrace that side of myself. You might notice my tabby coat first, or perhaps your eyes will drift to my uniquely crumpled ear. It's okay to look. That little fold is a souvenir from an old infection I battled long ago. It's part of my story, though not the whole of who I am. I watch the world carefully from safe corners, trying to make sense of a place that hasn't always been kind to cats like me. I don't mind the everyday sounds of a home—the television, music, or even the vacuum cleaner. But hands reaching toward me? That's when my heart races and I seek shelter. There's something about those approaching fingers that awakens old memories I'm trying to forget. Please don't mistake my retreat for rejection—there's a universe of love waiting inside me for someone patient enough to discover it. When I feel safe, small miracles happen. My purr, though quiet, is steady and true. I might venture a little closer each day, measuring my courage in inches rather than miles. And canned food? That's my weakness, my bridge to connection. Those moments when you place my special dish down and step back—allowing me to enjoy it without pressure—those are the moments when I begin to believe that perhaps not all hands are meant to harm. I would thrive with a social cat friend who could show me the ropes, someone to translate this human world into language I understand. Watching another cat accept gentle pets helps me imagine a day when I might do the same. They would be my ambassador to your world, my teacher in the art of being touched with kindness. What I need most is time. Time that isn't measured in days or weeks but in slow blinks, gentle voices, and consistent respect for my boundaries. I need someone who understands that healing isn't linear—that some days I might allow you closer and the next day need more space, but that doesn't mean we're not making progress. I may never be the cat who leans into every touch or jumps into laps uninvited. But for the person who sees beauty in the moment I finally accept a gentle stroke along my back, who finds joy in earning my trust one finger at a time—for that person, I will be a reminder that love, even when it comes slowly, is worth the wait. Could you be the one with patience in your heart and compassion in your hands? I'm ready whenever you are. With hope and whiskers, Goofy
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100% of Goofy's balance will be sent to whoever adopts Goofy.
Adopt Goofy and Receive Goofy's Fund
Adopting a pet can be expensive, and we're trying to help by fundraising for each individual in need of adoption. After verifying the adoption, Goofy's new family will receive the funds that their pet has raised.
$0.0 is Goofy's current balance
The adopting family is the only party eligible to receive the contribution. If you adopted the Goofy, thank you for providing a home and a loving family!
Please begin the process of claiming Goofy's contribution here.
For adoptions in which nokillnetwork.org was the matchmaker and we have contact information for both parties, we make every effort to contact the adopting family. For adoptions that were not facilitated by nokillnetwork.org, we still encourage the adopting family to claim the contribution by submitting the necessary information.
The adopting family is the only party eligible to receive the contribution. The adopting family will be required to provide proof of adoption between 4-6 weeks after adoption. This is to ensure that the home is a good match and Goofy was not returned. After we have verified the adoption, Goofy’s balance will be sent to the adopting family. Our staff provides instructions and help throughout this process.
We want the Goofy’s balance to go to the adopting family as a way to say thank you for providing a loving home and to help with pet care expenses. In the unfortunate event we cannot contact them and verify the adoption, Goofy’s balance will remain in our general fund. This fund may be used to match contributions made to other adoptable pets, incentify other adoption-related actions, promote our mission, or support the operating expenses of nokillnetwork.org. If you would like to make a direct contribution to nokillnetwork.org to help us help other pets in need, you can go here. We appreciate your generosity and help!
Contribute to Goofy's Stash!
100% of Goofy's balance will be sent to whoever adopts Goofy.
About this Cat
Hello there... my name is Goofy. I know—it's a name that suggests playfulness and silliness, but I'm still learning how to embrace that side of myself. You might notice my tabby coat first, or perhaps your eyes will drift to my uniquely crumpled ear. It's okay to look. That little fold is a souvenir from an old infection I battled long ago. It's part of my story, though not the whole of who I am. I watch the world carefully from safe corners, trying to make sense of a place that hasn't always been kind to cats like me. I don't mind the everyday sounds of a home—the television, music, or even the vacuum cleaner. But hands reaching toward me? That's when my heart races and I seek shelter. There's something about those approaching fingers that awakens old memories I'm trying to forget. Please don't mistake my retreat for rejection—there's a universe of love waiting inside me for someone patient enough to discover it. When I feel safe, small miracles happen. My purr, though quiet, is steady and true. I might venture a little closer each day, measuring my courage in inches rather than miles. And canned food? That's my weakness, my bridge to connection. Those moments when you place my special dish down and step back—allowing me to enjoy it without pressure—those are the moments when I begin to believe that perhaps not all hands are meant to harm. I would thrive with a social cat friend who could show me the ropes, someone to translate this human world into language I understand. Watching another cat accept gentle pets helps me imagine a day when I might do the same. They would be my ambassador to your world, my teacher in the art of being touched with kindness. What I need most is time. Time that isn't measured in days or weeks but in slow blinks, gentle voices, and consistent respect for my boundaries. I need someone who understands that healing isn't linear—that some days I might allow you closer and the next day need more space, but that doesn't mean we're not making progress. I may never be the cat who leans into every touch or jumps into laps uninvited. But for the person who sees beauty in the moment I finally accept a gentle stroke along my back, who finds joy in earning my trust one finger at a time—for that person, I will be a reminder that love, even when it comes slowly, is worth the wait. Could you be the one with patience in your heart and compassion in your hands? I'm ready whenever you are. With hope and whiskers, Goofy
