Alabama Woman Wanted An Easter Bunny, But Got A Kitten Who Became The Ultimate Family Caretaker
When a search for a festive holiday pet fell through, a tiny kitten stepped in to fill the void. He earned a quirky name and spent the next 17 years proving he was the gentle guardian his family never knew they needed.
An Unlikely Easter Find
Sometimes, the pet we set out to find isn’t the one we actually need.
One family was originally on the hunt for a rabbit or a duck to celebrate Easter. When they couldn’t find one, their plans suddenly changed.
A friend happened to have a tiny kitten needing a home, and they decided to take him in.
Because they had been searching for a bunny, they gave the little feline a very fitting name: RabbitCat.
The Old Soul Of The House
Time flies when you are surrounded by love, and RabbitCat is living proof of that.
This year, the sweet feline turned 17 years old.
Over the years, he has grown into what his owner describes as the "old soul" of the family.
He has taken on a special role in the household, watching over everyone who crosses the threshold.
A Gentle Guardian
RabbitCat doesn’t just live in the house; he actively manages it.
His owner notes that he has literally taken care of everybody that has come into their home.
It is simply his personality to be a nurturing presence.
He is always busy checking on his siblings, taking care of Monkey, and cleaning on Mango.
Meeting His Best Friend
While RabbitCat loves everyone, there is one family member who holds a special place in his heart.
He is always licking on Buttons, who quickly became his absolute best friend.
He looks at her like another sibling, and the two have been inseparable for years.
They have created a deeply special bond that has only grown stronger with time.
Never Missing Out
RabbitCat’s devotion to Buttons means he never wants to be far from her side.
If he is inside the house and his owner goes outside, he usually doesn’t mind.
However, if he knows Buttons is out there, everything changes.
He immediately wants to join them, completely convinced that he is going to be missing out on something important.
The Morning Routine
One of the sweetest parts of their friendship is their daily routine.
Their absolute favorite thing to do is have their morning snack together.
It is a cherished tradition they have kept up for years.
He loves eating his little snack right beside Buttons every single day.
Just To Be Near Her
The morning snack isn’t even really about the food for RabbitCat.
Most of the time, he doesn’t actually want the treat itself.
He participates literally because he just wants to be near Buttons.
Anytime anyone went outside, RabbitCat was guaranteed to be right beside her.
A Parent To Everybody
Looking back on 17 years of memories, his family knows how lucky they are.
His owner says there are no other words for RabbitCat other than he is just a "lover."
He truly believes he is a parent to everybody in the house, acting as a good friend to all.
Though they originally went looking for an Easter bunny, they ended up with the best cat they could have ever asked for.
