Beautiful Bella, we miss you tremendously – November 2025
We are deeply saddened by the loss of Bella, a Savannah cat who was a beloved member of the WildCat Ridge Sanctuary family. At 13 years old, Bella was a gentle, delicate soul whose quiet presence brought warmth and joy to everyone who knew her.
Over time, Bella began eating less despite our team trying different foods and medications to support her. Although veterinary exams did not reveal a clear cause, her condition continued to decline. On the morning of September 23, 2025, Bella suffered a seizure and was rushed to the emergency veterinarian. After careful evaluation, it was determined that her quality of life was no longer viable, and the difficult but compassionate decision was made to let her go peacefully.
Bella’s sweetness left a lasting mark on the sanctuary. Her soft, tiny meows and her enthusiasm for both affection and the keeper team’s lunches were unforgettable. She had a way of brightening even the quietest moments and brought endless smiles to those who cared for her.
From our animal care team:
Bella was a delicate, kind soul who had a huge appetite, both for attention and for the keeper team’s lunches. Her tiny meows were the sweetest thing you’ve ever heard. She brought so much laughter and happiness to her WCR family.
Bella was loved deeply and will be remembered always. Her gentle spirit will forever remain part of WildCat Ridge Sanctuary.
Bella’s History
Penny (F1) and Bella (F2) Savannah cats grew up together and lived in California with their owner. They were both eight years old when they came to us in December of 2020. Their owner had taken wonderful care of them but as often happens his lifestyle changed and he reached out to find a good home for them both.
Bella was much smaller than Penny at about 10 lbs. She was the opposite of Penny, very shy and liked to take things slow. But she had made some good friends with the other cats and we loved being able to provide a lifetime home for he.
