Tuff

Tuff<br/><br/>Meet Tuff, one of our fluffy little "Uff" kittens!<br/><br/>Despite their matching names, Puff, Fluff, Duff, Tuff, and Ruff aren't actually siblings. They all found their way to Jefferson SPCA through different rescue situations but arrived around the same time. They quickly became one big kitten family, proving that you don't have to be related to become best friends.<br/><br/>Tuff is our handsome little fluffy Siamese mix with a personality that's every bit as soft as his coat. He absolutely loves to play, whether that's chasing toys, wrestling with his kitten friends, or exploring every corner of the room. When playtime is over, his motor starts running—this little guy has one of the sweetest purrs around and genuinely loves being with people.<br/><br/>Tuff is equal parts playful, affectionate, and adorable. If you're looking for a kitten who will happily entertain you all day and cuddle up beside you at night, Tuff is ready for his forever home.<br/><br/>***Why Are Some of Our Kittens in a Separate Area?***<br/><br/>Welcome to kitten season... and unfortunately, ringworm season, too!<br/><br/>This year has been especially challenging. We rescued a litter of kittens from behind Target, and they tested positive for not one, but **two different types of ringworm**. From there, despite our best efforts, it spread to some of our other kittens. Because ringworm is contagious through direct contact and spores in the environment, we've temporarily closed off part of our kitten area to help stop the spread. We ask everyone to sanitize their hands between visiting kittens, but we know excited little animal lovers sometimes forget!<br/><br/>The good news? **Ringworm is very treatable.**<br/><br/>Our kittens have already been started on oral medication along with topical treatment, and as of July 1, they've completed about two weeks of therapy. They have one more week of medication before their veterinary rechecks. If a kitten isn't completely cleared, the treatment protocol is simply one week off medication followed by another week on, until they're finished.<br/><br/>Every kitten is still receiving their age-appropriate veterinary care, including spay/neuter surgery, vaccines, and everything needed to prepare for adoption. In fact, many veterinarians will tell you that kittens often recover from ringworm **faster in a home environment** than in a shelter. Less stress, more love, and fewer environmental spores can make a big difference.<br/><br/>If you adopt a kitten that is still finishing treatment, we'll send you home with the medication and instructions. The topical treatment is simple—often just applying a small amount of antifungal cream to the affected area once a day.<br/><br/>We know the word "ringworm" sounds scary, but despite its name, **it isn't caused by a worm at all.** It's a common fungal skin infection that people and pets encounter more often than you might think. (Just ask the parents of wrestlers—ringworm is practically a seasonal sport!)<br/><br/>Our biggest wish is for these babies to spend their kittenhood in loving homes instead of growing up in a shelter while they finish treatment. They deserve couches, toys, sunny windows, and families who will love them through one last week or two of medication.<br/><br/>If you've been thinking about adopting a kitten, don't let ringworm scare you away. You won't just be gaining a wonderful companion—you'll also be helping a kitten heal in the best place possible: home.<br/><br/>If you'd like to meet me, stop by Jefferson Feed (corner of Jefferson Hwy. and Central Ave.). We kindly ask that visits be made earlier in the day, as the last hour before closing is reserved for medications and end-of-day care.<br/><br/>Adoption Fee is $300/each or $550/pair. We like our kittens to have friends so we want a pair adoption if you have no other pets unless we know a specific kitten prefers to be alone. All kittens are Spayed/Neutered, up-to-date on age appropriate vaccines, FeLV/FIV tested and microchipped.<br/><br/>Please note: this application is view-only in Dropbox and must be downloaded to your device to be completed. You may fill it out using a PDF editing program or print it and complete it by hand. https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/ahiajf6e6i0ox2hdl09jk/JSPCA-Application_2.0-Newest-Updates.pdf?rlkey=be9he1julh02etikl021k9plk&dl=0<br/><br/>All adoptions subject to approval.

Tuff

Meet Tuff, one of our fluffy little "Uff" kittens!

Despite their matching names, Puff, Fluff, Duff, Tuff, and Ruff aren't actually siblings. They all found their way to Jefferson SPCA through different rescue situations but arrived around the same time. They quickly became one big kitten family, proving that you don't have to be related to become best friends.

Tuff is our handsome little fluffy Siamese mix with a personality that's every bit as soft as his coat. He absolutely loves to play, whether that's chasing toys, wrestling with his kitten friends, or exploring every corner of the room. When playtime is over, his motor starts running—this little guy has one of the sweetest purrs around and genuinely loves being with people.

Tuff is equal parts playful, affectionate, and adorable. If you're looking for a kitten who will happily entertain you all day and cuddle up beside you at night, Tuff is ready for his forever home.

***Why Are Some of Our Kittens in a Separate Area?***

Tuff

Meet Tuff, one of our fluffy little "Uff" kittens!

Despite their matching names, Puff, Fluff, Duff, Tuff, and Ruff aren't actually siblings. They all found their way to Jefferson SPCA through different rescue situations but arrived around the same time. They quickly became one big kitten family, proving that you don't have to be related to become best friends.

Tuff is our handsome little fluffy Siamese mix with a personality that's every bit as soft as his coat. He absolutely loves to play, whether that's chasing toys, wrestling with his kitten friends, or exploring every corner of the room. When playtime is over, his motor starts running—this little guy has one of the sweetest purrs around and genuinely loves being with people.

Tuff is equal parts playful, affectionate, and adorable. If you're looking for a kitten who will happily entertain you all day and cuddle up beside you at night, Tuff is ready for his forever home.

***Why Are Some of Our Kittens in a Separate Area?***

Welcome to kitten season... and unfortunately, ringworm season, too!

This year has been especially challenging. We rescued a litter of kittens from behind Target, and they tested positive for not one, but **two different types of ringworm**. From there, despite our best efforts, it spread to some of our other kittens. Because ringworm is contagious through direct contact and spo