Indiana Man Discovers Kitten In Shed And Learns She’s One Of A Kind

As soon as Mike saw the unusual little cat, he felt certain that fate had brought them together. 

He could never have imagined just how much Lil Bub would change his life. From the very first moment, she became Lil Bub, and her journey to becoming a feline celebrity was something neither of them saw coming.

A few years earlier, Mike Bridavsky had come across a cat in need, tucked away in an old tool shed in Indiana. Her appearance was unlike anything he had ever seen. 

Mike would often joke that she might be a feline alien sent to Earth to blend in with “earth kitties.” 

Whether she was from this planet or not, their connection was instant. The moment he picked her up, she began to purr loudly, and before long, she was fast asleep in his arms.

Mike quickly took her to the vet, where he learned more about her unique health needs. Lil Bub had dwarfism, which meant her limbs grew disproportionately and she would never reach the size of a typical adult cat. 

Her lower jaw was shorter than her upper one, and she was missing some teeth, causing her tongue to hang out constantly. On top of that, she was polydactyl, with extra toes on each paw. Her quirks only made her more endearing.

Mike remembers those first days vividly, saying, 

“She was very small, very strange, and even though she was irresistible, I think people were scared of the responsibility, medical bills, and potential heartbreak that seemed inevitable with a special cat, like Bub.” 

While some might have hesitated, Mike never considered walking away. He was determined to give her the best life possible, no matter how long or short it might be.

When the vet met Bub for the first time, even he was astonished, calling her the most unique-looking cat he had ever seen. After examining her thoroughly, he reassured Mike about her condition and the distinctive traits that made her so special. 

Bub’s differences didn’t stop her from being happy, playful, and incredibly affectionate. She adored spending time with Mike, who was deeply proud to be her companion.

Wanting to share her beauty and charm with the world, Mike started a Tumblr blog dedicated to her. Bub’s personality quickly shone through, and before long, she had fans everywhere. 

Mike even wrote a book, “Lil Bub’s Lil Book: The Extraordinary Life of the Most Amazing Cat on the Planet,” filled with photos and stories of her adventures. Her fame grew even more when Vice Media released the documentary “Lil Bub and Friendz,” which introduced her to an even wider audience.

Fame, however, was never the most important thing to them. Mike and Bub used their platform to raise awareness about special-needs pets, especially those waiting for homes in shelters. They travelled across the United States, meeting fans and helping to raise donations for the animals in need.

Bub’s story wasn’t just about an unusual cat becoming famous online — it was about the incredible bond between a man and his pet, and the way love can transform lives. 

Sadly, it has been years since Bub passed away, but her impact lives on. Mike still shares her story, inspiring others to open their hearts to animals who might otherwise be overlooked. 

He still fondly calls her “The Eighth Wonder of the Ancient World,” a fitting title for a cat who left such a lasting mark on his life and on the hearts of countless others.

Make sure to watch the heartwarming video down below, that follows little Bub since kittenhood!