Senior Cats Find New Homes and Hope
Senior cats are often overlooked in rescues, waiting longer and being passed over more often than younger cats. LoveMeow has reported original rescue and adoption stories since 2014, highlighting ten senior cat stories that resonated with readers.
The stories feature cats such as Bilbo Baggins and Super Ted, two twelve-year-old brothers who were re-fostered after losing their home. A foster caregiver gave them time and consistency, allowing them to regain confidence and show their personalities. Another story follows Rosie, a cat who spent six years in a basement before being rescued by Ten Lives Club, who then placed her in an office where she gradually learned that people meant good things.
Seneca, a cat who arrived at AMA Animal Rescue in Brooklyn with only an hour left, survived a severe asthma attack and now continues to announce her availability for adoption. Lilith, found in South Florida with flea-bite injuries, was rescued after a long period of untreated flea allergy.
Veterinarians generally consider cats senior at around seven to ten years of age, with cats over fifteen sometimes described as super senior. Many of the cats in these stories were well into their second decade when their rescue stories began.
LoveMeow publishes new senior cat rescue and adoption stories regularly at lovemeow.com, reporting directly from shelters, rescue organizations, and foster families every week.
Key takeaways
- Senior cats often wait longer and are overlooked in rescues.
- Foster care and rescue organizations can help senior cats regain confidence.
- Cats over seven years are considered senior; those over fifteen may be super senior.
- LoveMeow reports new senior cat stories weekly from shelters and rescues.
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Originally reported by Love Meow. Read the full article.
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