New Jersey Cat Left Behind After Family Moves Away Finds A Clever Way To Save Himself

We all know that cats are incredibly resourceful when it comes to getting what they need. They’ve been perfecting this skill for generations, and Leonard was no exception.

Leonard, a once-pampered indoor cat from Magnolia, New Jersey, suddenly found himself alone when his family moved away without him. Overnight, everything familiar disappeared.

Facing the frightening reality of life outdoors, Leonard refused to give up. Instead of wandering off, he made a decision to help himself.

What he did next was surprisingly smart, and the plan he came up with didn’t just save him, it changed his life in ways no one could have predicted.

Rather than venturing into the risky unknown of the streets, Leonard stuck close to the place he knew best – his own neighborhood. 

His idea was simple but clever: stay near the house next door and hope the neighbors would show him some kindness. 

Refusing to let go of the comfort of being an indoor cat, Leonard waited patiently outside, spending days trying to catch their attention.

Luckily for Leonard, a kind lady named Sara Sharp, the founder of the Community Cat Club, was in his neighborhood around the same time, helping community cats get spayed and neutered. 

A neighbor alerted Sara to Leonard’s situation, and she happily agreed to help him, too.

Sara had no difficulty bringing Leonard to safety, as he greeted her with the friendliness of a cat who clearly belonged indoors. 

She scooped him up and placed him gently in a carrier for the trip to the shelter, and he couldn’t have been happier. 

Rolling around playfully, Leonard seemed relieved that someone had finally come to help him.

Aside from being a bit dirty and carrying a small scab on his face, he was in remarkably good health. 

After receiving a check-up and being neutered, all that was left was the most important step – finding the forever home he had been waiting for.

Thanks to Sarama Animal Rescue, another amazing New Jersey-based shelter, Leonard’s foster family was found in no time.

Needless to say, he LOVED his new residence! He was over the moon with his new accommodation and followed his foster family around the house. His sweet nature soon led to another surprise…

Only three months after settling into his foster home, Leonard’s luck changed. A family from New Jersey came across his photo and were instantly smitten. 

They quickly submitted an adoption application, and soon after, Leonard officially joined their household as a cherished member of the family.

These days, Leonard is soaking up every joy that comes with being an indoor cat. He’s thriving in the warmth of a family that adores him and has no intention of ever leaving him behind. 

And if the day comes when they move, one thing is certain – Leonard will be going right along with them.