My furry little helper

[EndUser13]

About two months ago I lost my cat, I think she fell out of a window that I had cracked open too much (one-story building, she wouldn't have been hurt). Being declawed, scared of the outside, and knowing there are some outdoor cats nearby I think she was scared off. I still haven't found her but I've really done a lot to look for her.

Recently when I was out searching for her I came across a cat that I could have sworn was her; it wasn't though I started a conversation with the lady who cared for it (he was a stray) and passed her a flyer. We had a long chat, she turned out to be such a sweet lady and helped take care of all the strays that visited her. During our chat, this little grey kitty that looked SO much like my missing cat was chased up a tree by a dominant female. I helped her get him out of the tree, he was so amazingly calm and loving. She saw how this little guy and I connected and encouraged me to take him home. I didn't want to betray my own missing cat in some way but very soon I was going to be all on my own again in an empty house. He needed someone to care for him and I needed a kitty to care for, so impulsively I brought him home. He's turned out to be one of the most loving, relaxed cats I've ever known. I started noticing that when I would feel highly anxious or have a panic attack he would walk up and start meowing while rubbing against my legs as if to say "Hey it's okay, I'm here to save the day, pet me and calm down".

From past experiences with a cat I had for 18 years with whom I was VERY attached to, I knew cats understood humans more than they're given credit for. I am continually amazed at the way this cat acts and how closely we've bonded with one another. When I took him to get his shots the vet said he's about a year old so I plan to give him a great home, hopefully for a very long time. I'm holding out a weak sort of hope that my missing girl will find her way back to me somehow but in the meantime, I am so appreciative to have this cute little boy in my life.

[Agora1]

EndUser, I am always amazed in how life brings us joy in the moments we need it the most. We can't go looking for it, it comes to us. Whether just for a short time or a

lifetime. I am happy for you and your new found friend. Breathe xx

[Hidden]

Whenever I'm feeling sad or anxious, one of my kitties will always climb on my lap and either start making biscuits or start purring. It always makes me feel better. Pets are so comforting. 💜

[Pagesofwords in reply to Hidden]

What is "making biscuits"? Just curious. I am a cat lover, too!

[Hidden in reply to Pagesofwords]

Good morning! 'Making biscuits' is when they knead. It's a quirky way for them to say they love you. I try to remember that when her claws are digging into my lap. LOL.

[Marshall64]

Is that a bowtie he is wearing?

[EndUser13 in reply to Marshall64]

Yes! I love it, it's so freaking cute!

[Marshall64 in reply to EndUser13]

My last cat ...

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[EndUser13 in reply to Marshall64]

That's adorable!

[Marshall64 in reply to EndUser13]

She was going to the opera that night..😋

[Hb2003]

Aww ❤️❤️❤️ Im so happy for you your amazing 🙏✌️

[Wooded_Trail]

Cats can definitely help relieve stress and anxiety. Glad you found a new cat!

[Midori]

What a lovely tale, but, Please don't have him declawed! It isn't just the claw they take off but the whole top joint of the 'fingers'. It leaves them unable to defend themselves.

[EndUser13 in reply to Midori]

Definitely not! I had adopted my declawed girl because I had just moved into an apartment where I either had to declaw a cat (NOT going to happen, that's cruel) or adopt one that was already declawed, so I opted for the latter hoping to give this girl a nice, safe life. The loss of her claws seriously affected her, she was a bit bitey sometimes, and if she'd had her claws when she escaped I don't think she'd have been scared off.

A few days after getting my girl home I had read her medical history from the vet office where she was staying I saw a comment about a laser onychectomy, I called them and gave them hell, mentioning that I thought it was cruel and noting that she was one far more prone to bite than any other cat I'd seen.

[custardpie]

I miss having my cat around, love cats. I had him for 18 yrs. Im always dog sitting for my sis and mum so its not realistic to have another cat they are a couple of sterotype dogs who love barking/chasing at cats. I stroked a cat outside that reminded me of my old cat for the first time in a very long time the other day it reminded me of how how special they are. 😺