Giant Maine Coon Cat Abandoned In Maryland Finds Hope Just In Time
When a 9-year-old cat arrived at the Humane Society of Carroll County in Maryland, it didn’t take long for him to make a big impression, literally.
Meet Edgar, a gentle giant of a feline who tipped the scales at just over 20 pounds, earning him instant attention.
Edgar’s journey to the shelter came after his previous family had to surrender him. While he was sweet and loving, he wasn’t quite compatible with the young children in the household.
Despite the circumstances, Edgar approached his new environment with calm curiosity, capturing the hearts of everyone at the shelter.
Michelle Fidler, the director of animal care at the Humane Society of Carroll County, remembered his arrival fondly:
“Edgar was so sweet coming into the shelter and handled his intake process with shining stars.”
The staff couldn’t help but marvel at his impressive size.
“We were all a bit taken aback by his size. He weighed in at 21 lbs.”
Given Edgar’s extraordinary presence, Fidler decided to share his photo on the shelter’s Facebook page. The response was immediate and overwhelming.
“As soon as an animal comes into our shelter we develop an adoption plan for it. And in Edgar’s case, we launched a social media campaign.”
Within just three hours, Edgar’s story had reached more than a million people, capturing hearts far and wide. Fidler admitted,
“I never expected such an overwhelming response.”
Among those enchanted by Edgar was Jenna Marie. She couldn’t take her eyes off his photo as it circulated on Facebook.
“I first saw his photo circling around Facebook on Tuesday, and I was in awe. I’ve never seen a cat like him before, and he really caught my eye. He’s beautiful!”
Excited, she suggested to her boyfriend that they might want to provide their own cat with a new companion. He wholeheartedly agreed.
“We went to the Humane Society to see if we would be lucky enough to take him home.”
Upon meeting Edgar, the couple was immediately charmed by his affectionate and laid-back personality. Jenna shared:
“He has the coolest personality. He’s affectionate and very laid back.”
The connection was instant: it was a perfect match.
Thanks to the power of social media and Edgar’s lovable nature, his adoption was finalized just a few hours after his arrival at the shelter.
He was on his way to a loving forever home, ready to start the next chapter of his life.
Jenna later shared how well Edgar was settling in with their other pets, including a dog and another cat named Loki. Watching the two feline friends bond, she said,
“He’s settled right in as if he’s been here for a long time already. We absolutely love him!”
From a gentle giant in a shelter to a cherished member of a big, loving family, Edgar’s story is a heartwarming reminder of how the right home, and a little help from social media, can transform a life.
With love, attention, and the perfect match, Edgar is finally enjoying the comfort, companionship, and care he deserves.
Share this story to celebrate the power of adoption and the joy a furry friend can bring to a home. Edgar’s big heart and even bigger presence are now surrounded by a family who adores him, truly a happy ending for everyone involved.
