Arizona Family Surprised When Their Cat Returns Home With A Kitten Who Looks Just Like Her

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Alison Thompson and her family live on a lively farm in Arizona, surrounded by love, laughter, and plenty of furry companions.

Recently, they welcomed a new member to their family – a feisty little kitten named Mini Me. Here’s the heartwarming story of how he made his way into their hearts.

It all started when the family’s cat, Noodle, brought home a kitten. This ginger and white furball had been wandering around the farm all by himself, searching for a place to belong.

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When he showed up at the Thompsons’ doorstep, he left everyone amazed. He was a perfect mini version of Noodle, so they quickly named him Mini Me. 

The family couldn’t help but laugh as he followed Noodle everywhere, mimicking her every move like a little shadow.

But after a short stay, Mini Me vanished just as quickly as he had appeared, and the Thompsons never saw him again. What they didn’t know was that he was closer than they thought.

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Weeks later, Allison noticed something unusual. Her deaf dog, Evie, was fixated on an old truck parked in their yard.

This rusty relic had been there for years, so Allison couldn’t understand why it suddenly caught her dog’s attention. Curious about Evie’s persistent interest, Allison decided to check it out.

To her surprise and joy, she discovered Mini Me peeking out from the spot where a headlight once was, his eyes filled with a mix of curiosity and caution. 

Both Allison and Evie were overjoyed to see their elusive little friend return.

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Allison’s husband joined her, and together they decided to earn the kitten’s trust and bring him out, hoping this time he’d stay with them for good. 

However, they quickly realized that this little guy wasn’t the affectionate companion they’d expected.

Allison tried tempting him with some delicious cat food, but he wasn’t interested. Initially, he was hesitant and a bit feisty, turning into a spicy little troublemaker whenever she got too close.

He hissed, swatted, and even scratched her hand when she attempted to pet him.

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Despite the challenge, the Thompsons didn’t give up. They were determined to offer this spirited kitten a loving home and make him a beloved part of their family.

They came up with a plan – bringing out Noodle, hoping her familiar presence and voice would calm him.

Noodle approached the truck with the same gentle demeanor she had used when she first found the kitten. But unfortunately, their plan didn’t work.

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True to his feisty nature, Mini Me stayed hidden in his spot, refusing to budge. Realizing they needed backup, the family decided to call in reinforcements – their other cats.

One by one, their feline crew approached the truck, determined to persuade their new friend to join the fun. After a bit of meowing and pawing, they finally managed to coax him out!

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Just a few minutes later, the Thompsons were treated to a heartwarming sight: Mini Me was sharing a meal with his new feline siblings, while Evie and the other dogs watched from a distance.

From that moment on, it was clear that Mini Me had found his forever home with the Thompson family.

Want to follow Mini Me’s heartwarming journey from feisty stray to beloved family member? Check out the video below!

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