Adopted New Jersey Cat Stuns Her Human Mom By Saying The Sweetest Word
Torbie cats are truly one of a kind, known for their striking looks and spirited personalities.
Many people say these cats come with a fair share of ‘tortitude’, and this little charmer certainly lives up to the reputation.
This is the story of a family who welcomed a tiny Torbie kitten into their home, only to find she would quickly become a cherished part of their lives.
One day in Atlantic City, Rachel and Tony were pulling into a car park when a small figure darted across their path.
To their surprise, it was a tiny, vulnerable kitten, all alone with no other cats in sight. Not wanting to leave him in danger, the couple decided to help. They gently followed as the frightened kitten scrambled into a nearby bush to hide.
Rachel and Tony soon realised the little kitten was completely on its own, with no mother or siblings nearby.
With a heavy storm rolling in, they knew leaving it there wasn’t an option, so they made the decision to bring the kitten with them to safety.
The rescue turned out to be far more challenging than expected. For hours, Rachel and Tony tried everything they could to coax the frightened kitten out of hiding and finally get him into their care.
After some time, they managed to catch the kitten and immediately took it to the vet. Rachel said in a video:
“I saw Tony holding her, and I was like, this is it, we’re taking her home!”
The couple decided to name the little Torbie Lilith and gradually introduced her to the rest of their feline family. Before long, she had settled in as if she had always belonged there.
Lilith grew into a stunning cat with a lively spirit. Her parents say she’s been talkative and a bit demanding from the start, always making sure everyone knows exactly what she wants.
Her meows often sound like she’s saying ‘mom’, but don’t let that fool you, she has a bit of a dark side too, haha. Rachel says:
“She loves Tony the most. Whenever he takes the dogs out, she gets mad and jealous about that, and she acts out and bites me, and yells at me when he’s outside. She waits by the doors, and when they walk, she swats the dog.”
Lilith has a playful habit of grabbing Rachel’s hand and giving it a gentle nibble, something she never does with Tony.
Her family thinks it’s her way of letting off some extra energy when she doesn’t quite know how else to channel it. Rachel says:
“I wish she loved me as much as she loves him. I’m very jealous of it.”
Lilith also shares her home with quite the furry crew. Alongside her are three cats and two dogs, all of whom live together peacefully.
Out of everyone, though, she has a special bond with Henry the cat. He’s lovable in every way, and it seems clear that Henry is her closest companion.
Hazel and Henry, being much older, prefer to spend their days relaxing, while Lilith is constantly on the move, curious and full of energy.
She craves attention so much that her family sometimes struggles to keep up, never quite sure what she’s asking for next.
Rachel also added:
“I always say why don’t you let me love you more, I do everything for you, I love you so much. Please let me hold you.”
Don’t worry, Rachel! Cats, and Torbies in particular, can be full of surprises. With time, Lilith will surely come to understand how much love and care you’ve given her.
