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Three-Year-Old Cat Finds Home After Year-Long Hideout

By Petfinnly Cat News Oct 28, 2026
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A three-year-old, nine-pound cat was discovered taped inside a plain cardboard box behind a street garbage can last October. Rescue workers from AMA Animal Rescue brought her to safety and to a vet, where she was found healthy.

Since her rescue, the cat-named Lady-has become a familiar face in the shelter’s cat room. Every morning she greets anyone who walks in with a gentle head bump, a habit that has remained unchanged for a year.

Lady prefers to lounge with people rather than play with toys. She often curls up beside her humans for long afternoons, showing a calm, relaxed demeanor that makes her a soothing presence.

She is notable for a distinguished gray mustache above her lip and steady yellow eyes, giving her a dignified look. Despite her gentle nature, she has not yet received any adoption applications.

Today Lady is healthy and affectionate, ready to leave her single-girl era behind and share the shelter with other cats.

Key takeaways

  • Lady was found taped inside a box behind a garbage can and is now healthy.
  • She is three years old, weighs nine pounds, and greets visitors with a head bump every morning.
  • Lady prefers lounging with humans over playing with toys.
  • She has a distinctive gray mustache and has not yet been adopted.
  • The shelter reports she is calm, affectionate, and ready to share her space with other cats.

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Originally reported by Love Meow. Read the full article.

Cover photo by Anna Karapetian via Pexels.

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