Senior Stray Cat Experiences Indoor Life For The First Time And She Is So Grateful For That

Emma Ackerman
Sep 25, 2023
Sep 25, 2023

In our fast-paced world, there's something truly special about stories that touch our hearts and remind us of the remarkable connections between humans and animals. Today, I've got something truly heartwarming to share with you. Just keep reading, and you're in for a story that will surely bring a smile to your face.

This is a touching story about Toup, a senior street cat who began a brand-new stage of his life when he had a chance to experience indoor living for the very first time. You see, senior cats like Toup often face a tougher road to finding a forever home. Many have to wait patiently for the ideal match while residing in shelters or wandering the streets.

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Toup, though, made a different decision about how to track down his family and home. His owner, Mig, recalled their first meeting: “Toup came into my life when I was still in high school and living at home with my family. At first, it was like every few months that we’d see him.”

Toup was a street-smart feline, navigating the streets and looking for food in trash cans. Mig believed there were kind-hearted people who might have fed him occasionally, so he would be alright with outdoor life.

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But there was something special about Toup that touched Mig's heart. It turned out that Toup had undergone a neutering procedure in the past, which explained his tipped ear. It was likely that he had been released in the same area where he had initially been captured.

Mig and her family began feeding him regularly. With each meal, Toup grew closer to his newfound friends. Mig shared, “I think he was really, really thankful for the food that we were giving him.”

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Day by day, Mig and Toup's bond deepened. When Mig eventually moved out on her own, just across the street from her family, she made a plan to adopt Toup and introduce him to the joys of indoor living.

She knew this transition wouldn't be easy, especially for an older cat like Toup, who had spent the majority of his life outdoors. However, Mig was determined to offer him a safe, cozy home where he could enjoy his golden years.

So, she began a gradual process, feeding him for a year or two before officially inviting him inside. In 2018, the time was right, and Mig started the process of converting Toup to an indoor cat.

To everyone’s surprise, Toup adjusted to being an indoor cat very quickly. Mig said:
“He turned into a very social cat, which makes me happy. Anytime we have guests over, he loves to be the center of attention, making sure that everybody’s saying hi to him.”

Watching Toup in this video shows how happy he is. He’s definitely enjoying his life, and he seems very thankful to Mig for taking him in. Mig said:

”Our bond is really special. He gives me so much joy.”

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Not only Toup brought joy to Mig’s life, but he was also an inspiration for a bigger project. Since adopting Toup, Mig started the Biscuit Factory, an organization dedicated to rescuing other cats.

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