ANIMALS

Old Cat Seeks Adoption at 18, Now Grows Up Happily at 23 with the Life He Always Deserved

In a world where connections come and go, a shy eighteen-year-old cat had a simple wish: to find a loving home. With hopeful eyes, he crossed paths with a man whose heart overflowed with love. Now, at twenty-three, Sammy the Tuxedo Cat embodies the strength of compassion and the resilience of the human spirit. Their unwavering bond reminds us that even in the twilight of life, hope and deep connections can brighten our journey.

An older cat found himself in a public shelter after losing his long-term home.

Image source: Purrfect Pals Cat Sanctuary and Adoption Centers

Five years ago, a shelter in Arlington, Washington, called Purrfect Pals Cat Sanctuary and Adoption Centers, rescued an 18-year-old cat named Sammy. Sammy was surrendered to the shelter because his owner couldn’t take care of him anymore.

Despite his age, Sammy showed incredible strength and earned the respect and love of the shelter staff and volunteers. They described him as a stylish and charming cat, wearing a tuxedo coat with white paws. Sammy has a calm and easygoing personality, capable of handling whatever challenges life throws at him.

Image source: Purrfect Pals Cat Sanctuary and Adoption Centers

The rescue team began searching for the perfect home for the deserving senior cat. Considering his older age, they wanted to find a place where he could feel safe and comfortable, whether he wanted to relax, sleep, or enjoy some cuddle time. They were determined to find a setting that would provide him with a peaceful and stress-free environment. “Cats like him belong in homes with people to call their own, sunshine to warm their bones, and soft places to lay their heads,” Purrfect Pal added. “No shelter comes close to being that home.”

But then, the perfect human companion finally arrived for Sammy.

Image source: Purrfect Pals Cat Sanctuary and Adoption Centers

Tim Adams, who already had an older cat, was captivated by Sammy’s story and instantly fell in love with him. “I know that people don’t generally want to adopt senior pets. I decided to go see him,” Tim shared with Love Meow.

When Tim arrived at the adoption center, Sammy was by himself and seemed a bit down. However, to everyone’s surprise, Sammy’s spirits lifted and he started to warm up to Tim when he approached him.

At the age of 18, the tuxedo cat had some ongoing health problems.

Image source: Purrfect Pals Cat Sanctuary and Adoption Centers

The kitten’s health condition meant that he needed a specific diet, but Tim, who had a cat with similar needs, wasn’t discouraged at all.

Sammy settled into his new home, leaving the shelter life behind. During the initial days, he stuck close to his human dad, constantly trailing him around the house. Whenever possible, he would snuggle on his lap or wrap himself around him.

In his new permanent home, this gentle senior cat truly thrived.

Image source: Tim Adams

Sammy got used to snoozing on Tim’s lap and would often wake up alongside him in the morning. The tuxedo cat had a unique purr that sounded like a mix of chirps and purrs. Whenever someone gave him a chin rub, he would instantly switch on his purring engine and happily rumble around in utter contentment.

Image source: Tim Adams

Sammy isn’t much of a talker, but his adorable quiet meow has a way of melting people’s hearts. There’s nothing that makes him happier than spending quality time alone with his dad. Tim said of him, “He is kind, patient, and super affectionate.”

“His favorite things to do are lay in the sun or lay in my lap.” He also shared.

Image source: Tim Adams

When Sammy, the tuxedo cat, reached the age of 20, Tim celebrated this amazing milestone with his furry best friend. They commemorated the occasion by making a special cake filled with Sammy’s favorite cat food and treats.

Image source: Tim Adams

For the past five amazing years, Sammy has been Tim’s most loyal friend and cozy lap companion. He never tires of snuggling and brings warmth to the house with his adorable purrs and chirps. This affectionate feline is incredibly happy and content, knowing he has found a forever home and a lifelong companion to share his golden years with.

Image source: Tim Adams

ANIMALS

Amazing Video of Unseen Ocean Creatures in the Ningaloo Canyons

The Schmidt Ocean Institute recently explored the Ningaloo Canyons on the western coast of Australia using a robotic underwater vehicle called the ROV Sebastian. Check out the amazing video of what they discovered in the deep parts of the Indian Ocean.

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ANIMALS

These Pics Are Art and the Artists Are Insects

Flying insects move so quickly that they are hard to follow, but new technology and some smart ideas have helped Spanish photographer Xavi Bou do just that. After spending 10 years focusing on birds in flight for his Ornithographies project, he turned his attention to insects.

For Entomographies, he uses high-speed video footage taken by Adrian Smith, an insect expert at North Carolina State University, to study and record how insects move. Bou then picks multiple frames and combines them into single images that show the fast movements of one or more insects through space and time.

With Smith’s help, Bou has captured the aerial tricks of wasps, the jumps of leafhoppers, and the fluttering of butterflies in amazing detail. He hopes that by doing this, he can make people more aware of the decline in important insect populations around the world.

1. Zebra longwing

This butterfly, which is common in many areas of the Americas, really fits its name. It can fly very high with just a few flaps of its large wings.