After her beloved grandfather passed away in 2019, Angela Rafuse found herself facing a difficult decision. Her grandfather had left behind his 14-year-old cat, Mackenzie, a grumpy but lovable calico, and there was no one in their family who could take her in.

Angela knew that she was Mackenzie’s only hope for a new home, and without hesitation, she decided to adopt the furry companion.

At the time, Angela had recently moved back to her parent’s home, creating the perfect environment for Mackenzie’s new chapter.

However, it wasn’t an easy journey for the feisty calico to trust her new family. Mackenzie had been through a lot of changes, losing her beloved owner and being uprooted from her familiar surroundings.

But Angela was determined to provide the loving care and attention that Mackenzie needed to feel safe and secure once again.

Days turned into weeks, and weeks turned into months as Angela patiently worked to gain Mackenzie’s trust. With soft whispers and gentle strokes, she slowly won over the grumpy cat’s heart.

Gradually, Mackenzie’s demeanor shifted, and she began opening herself up to a life filled with love and companionship.

Angela cherished every moment spent with her, making sure to remind Mackenzie of her love each day.

Though some may have labeled Mackenzie as a grumpy cat, Angela saw beyond that facade. To her, Mackenzie was the sweetest girl in the entire world. The bond they formed was unbreakable, as Angela dedicated herself to providing the best care possible for her feline companion.

She knew that it was what her grandparents would have wanted, and she fulfilled that promise until Mackenzie’s last breath, when she was almost 18 years old.

Angela’s gratitude for being able to adopt Mackenzie and share three precious years together is immeasurable.

The memories they created, the love they shared, and the lessons they learned from each other will forever hold a special place in Angela’s heart.

In honor of Mackenzie’s memory and the love they shared, Angela decided to pay it forward. She established a non-profit organization known as My Grandfather’s Cat.

This heartfelt initiative is focused on assisting the elderly and terminally ill individuals in keeping their beloved pets by their side until their very last day.

The primary mission of “My Grandfather’s Cat” is to provide a free rehoming service, ensuring that the pets of seniors and those facing terminal illnesses find second forever homes.

By offering this support, Angela aims to alleviate the worries of those in need, knowing that their cherished companions will continue to receive the love and care they deserve, even when circumstances make it impossible for them to continue as their primary caregivers.

The legacy of Mackenzie lives on through “My Grandfather’s Cat,” as Angela’s passion and dedication to elder cats and their humans shine brightly.

This non-profit organization serves as a beacon of hope for those facing difficult times, offering a compassionate solution to their concerns about their beloved pets’ well-being.

Angela dreams of a world where no senior citizen or terminally ill individual has to say goodbye to their faithful furry friends prematurely.

With “My Grandfather’s Cat,” she is determined to make that dream a reality, one feline at a time.