Texas Cat Keeps Returning Home With New Sweaters Then His Family Uncover His Secret

Cats never fail to surprise us with their quirky antics and puzzling behaviors, often leaving us torn between frustration and laughter.

That was exactly the case for a Texas family a few years after a black stray cat, later named Papa Legba, wandered into their lives.

What started as an unexpected encounter soon grew into a heartwarming story of feline adventures.

One afternoon, the family walked in to find an unfamiliar cat napping comfortably on their sofa. When he kept showing up, they chose to make him part of the family. 

Knowing the struggles he must have faced on the streets, they were committed to giving him a safe and cozy indoor home.

But Papa Legba had a mind of his own. His adventurous nature meant he was always looking for ways to slip outside and explore the world beyond their doorstep.

No matter how hard they tried to keep him indoors, Papa Legba’s family soon realized that his true joy came from his outdoor adventures.

What reassured them most was his loyalty – whenever they called his name or offered his favorite treats, he would come trotting back home without hesitation.

Crystal Robert, the cat’s human mom, describes how much he loves going on his outdoor adventures: 

“When he sneaks out (we do make an effort to keep him in), he seems to run in the same direction, as if he has someplace to go.”

Crystal began to suspect that Papa Legba might have another family nearby, since he always wandered off in the same direction.

She almost dismissed the idea – until one day he came back home wearing a little sweater, proving her hunch was right.

However, what surprised Crystal even more was the fact someone managed to put a sweater on Papa Legba. She said:

“I can’t believe his second family got him to wear a sweater. He likes to be held and cuddled, but he hates collars and being brushed. He only likes contact on his own terms… How did they get him to wear a sweater?! Strangely, he seems to like it. He seems more docile, or maybe just embarrassed.”

But the surprises kept coming. Papa Legba continued returning home in different outfits. 

One day, he came with a cheerful pink sweater, a T-shirt proudly reading “Born to be awesome,” leaving no doubt that someone else was spoiling him too.

Of course, cats leading double lives isn’t unheard of, but it always comes as a shock when you realize it.

I still remember my friend’s cousin’s orange tabby who mysteriously disappeared every winter, only to reappear in May.

Three years later, they learned the cat had been spending winters in Florida with another family who took him along.

Funny, but also a little heartbreaking. I can’t imagine how I’d feel if my cat pulled a stunt like that – but Crystal knew exactly how she felt.

Crystal felt certain Papa Legba had another family out there – the kind who loved dressing him up in sweaters – but she couldn’t help wondering why they never seemed suspicious about his disappearing acts.

Determined to get to the bottom of it, she set off on a neighborhood mission, armed with curiosity and a tray of baked goods to help open doors and start conversations.

However, she didn’t learn much. No one knew anything about the sweaters or the cat. After visiting every house in the neighborhood, Crystal said: 

“I have narrowed it down to two houses. I am making my way to those houses on my rounds with baked goods in the hope of information. I haven’t met his other family yet, but I hope we can continue to ‘share’ custody.”

So far, the mystery family has yet to reveal themselves, leaving Papa Legba’s sweater adventures unsolved.

While his family would love for him to stay indoors, they take comfort in knowing that when he wanders off, there’s someone out there caring for him too.

Crystal hopes she’ll find this sweater-loving family so that she can at least thank them for the sweaters. She added:

“I hope people can keep their pets at home, inside. They are our family, and they are safest when with their owners, but if you have a wily cat like ours, I hope you are blessed with generous and lovely neighbors like mine.”

Whether Papa Legba’s secret family ever comes forward or not, one thing is clear – he will always be surrounded by love and care from both sides, giving him the best of both worlds.

After all, every cat deserves a touch of mystery and plenty of affection.