Senior Shelter Cat Starts Her New Life at the Ripe Old Age of 21
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21-year-old Morag's story began when she was left at an RSPCA centre in Worcester, UK, after her former owner could no longer care for her.
The rescue shelter believe that at 21 years, which is over 100 in human years, she is the oldest cat that they've ever had in their care.
At first they were worried that they wouldn't be able to find Morag a new home because of her age and scruffy appearance, but they had nothing to worry about.
They made an appeal on social media, her picture was shared over 3,000 times and offers of adoption came in from all over the United States as well as Japan and Australia.
Ned Cotton, who manages the rehoming centre, told The Metro: "We never thought for one moment that her story would take off like it did, but a 21-year-old cat looking for a retirement home to live out the remainder of her days seemed to resonate with people and we were inundated with interest and offers of homes for her."
He added that everybody at the centre was absolutely overwhelmed by the amazing response, Morag had also received tons of messages of goodwill from all over the globe, and many people had sent her gifts and toys so that she did not feel all alone.
Here's a video of Morag receiving some presents:
Even though there were offers from families from all over the world, her forever home was actually not far from the Worcester Centre, this seemed like the best solution for a senior kitty that had never done much travelling.
Her new family are delighted to have Morag in their lives, they say that she loves to be picked up for a cuddle and her favourite past times are sleeping, eating, and taking a stroll in the garden.
Nick added: "We’re delighted that she’s found a wonderful home to call her own and we know she’s going to be thoroughly pampered and much loved there, just as she deserves."
We agree with Nick and are sure that Morag is going to have a wonderful time seeing out her twilight years in her new forever home.
Watch the video:
Image credits @RSPCA
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