Smart New Jersey Cat Comes Up With A Brilliant Plan After Being Abandoned By His Owners
You don’t need to be a devoted cat lover to know that felines have a knack for getting their way. They’ve perfected the art of persuasion over centuries — and the star of today’s story is no exception.
Leonard, a homebody cat from Magnolia, New Jersey, recently found himself in a tough spot.
His former owners had moved away and left him behind, and the idea of surviving as a street cat was more than he could handle.
So, Leonard came up with a clever plan — one that worked out far better than he could have imagined.
Rather than risk the dangers of life on the streets, Leonard decided to stay close to what he knew best, his own neighborhood.
His strategy was simple: hang around the house next door and hope the neighbors’ hearts would soften enough to bring him inside.
Unwilling to give up the comforts of being an indoor cat, Leonard spent several days patiently waiting, doing everything he could 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 trouble catching Leonard as he was so friendly towards her – a true indoor kitty!
She picked him up, and placed him in his cat carrier to be transported to the shelter; all the while he was the sweetest boy, rolling around on the ground, so happy to finally be rescued.
Other than being a bit dirty and carrying a small scab on his face, Leonard was found to be in good health.
Once he was vetted and neutered, the only thing left was the most important step of all — finding him a forever home, something he seemed more than ready 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 turned around. A family from New Jersey came across his photo and were instantly smitten.
They quickly submitted an adoption application, and soon after, Leonard found himself exactly where he belonged, as a cherished member of their family.
These days, Leonard is living the life he always dreamed of. He spends his days safe and content indoors, surrounded by the love and care of a family that truly adores him. Unlike the past, he never has to worry about being left behind again.
And if his family ever does decide to move, one thing is certain — Leonard will be right there with them, ready to start the next chapter together.
His days of waiting outside for someone to notice him are long gone, replaced with the security of a forever home where he finally belongs.
