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Biker Saves Badly Burned Kitten, Continues Cross-Country Trip With Him
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Biker Saves Badly Burned Kitten, Continues Cross-Country Trip With Him

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32-year-old biker and sheetmetal worker Pat Doody recently rescued a kitten while riding cross country from Nevada to New Jersey. The South Jersey resident and early Volkswagen fan found the kitten at a gas station and named it “Party Cat.” The cat now lives with Doody and has seen a vet.

“I was at this truck stop getting gas, and this little guy just needed help,” he told Revzilla. “He was pretty badly burned, so I picked him up and tucked him inside my vest. We’re feeding him regularly now, so he’s doing better, even though he’s sort of living on the road until we get home.”

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“I was coming back from Born Free in California, and we had made it to Nevada”

“I was at this truck stop getting gas, and this little guy just needed help”

“He was pretty badly burned, so I picked him up and tucked him inside my vest”

“We’re feeding him regularly now, so he’s doing better”

“He’s sort of living on the road until we get home”

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“He’s been eating tuna fish out of those dry-foil packs you can buy”

(“Party Cat” has been eating regular cat food since he got home)

“His burns are pretty much all healed up except for the little spot on his lip”

“He’s so chill”

“He just hangs out in my vest when we get on the road”

“I’ve never met a cat so calm”

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Imperfekt avatar
Imperfekt
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You sir, I wish there were more words to express it properly and you are probably the influence that allows Party Cat to be so calm.

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CindyDahlgren
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Nothing makes me smile more than a big ole badass biker with a tiny kitten

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sydney
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Happy story, nice guy and a definitely happy cat. Thanks!

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KarinLee
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Put a much needed smile on my face. Lucky little cat - saved by a great guy!

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MaxineFultz
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hey, you did a real nice thing helping helping your Party Cat. thanks a lot!

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LauraSchetter
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Love this! A little loving touch and positive attention can make a world of difference! Jealous of the stuff monkey getting all that snuggle time!

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ShanaRicher
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You never know where you will meet your soulmate, do you? They were meant to find each other!

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JanaRyan
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is the best story! Tough biker saves a tiny, helpless, burned kitten. You know bikers have always been the people who extend themselves to those in need at inconvenient times more than any other people in society. This just elevates my respect and love for you guys and gals all the more. Set up a blog please so we can follow Party Kitty there and on Facebook - he hit the kitty lottery! <3

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JennyJozwiak
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Good job dude!! Thank you for being HUMANE!!! hugs to you both!!

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DonGuild
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Despite his looks, he has a kind heart. the kitten will always love him.

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MindyJo
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He looks like a Christopher, you should name him Chris!

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Robloxderp
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo cuuuuuuuuuuuuuuute!!!!!!!!!!!!

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AudreyFerragamo
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Nice, and I'm not even crazy about cats. But it was really nice to save him and take care of him.

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Tammy
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

nice! i hope party cat's collar is breakaway because they are safer.

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CatherineDavid
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Party Cat looks just like my Garfield that I also rescued when he was 1 month old. His mum refused to feed him and threw him out of their house. So I bottle fed him. He's 14 months now and doing well.

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Miranda Lewis
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Awesome biker dude saves awesome kitty!!!! Glad that kitty found a forever home and biker found a riding buddy and they both love each other so!!'n

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Patriciann Palka
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Best story I've read all week! Give that man a bottle of champagne !

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Furiku Sho
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You got to get him some real cat food. Tuna for humans does not contain Taurine, very important to a cat. Thanks Doody for taking care of Party Cat. Anything you need for party Cat Doody, just write....uncia@charter.net

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ClaudiaTravis
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love this..Make sure when he gets older he wears a harness so he doesn't end up falling off the bike or using into the street. Thank you for loving him..he is precious.

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DianaHockley
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A truly awesome man :) I hope the little one continues to thrive.

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ChrisMiilu
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Reminds me of Bob the Cat. He saved the writer's life, gave him a reason to live and a friend for life. Eventually the panhandling author wrote about Bob. Passersby gave more money, and one lady made Bob a little sweater for the winter. I love cats; my family loves cats. There is nothing like a soft little purring friend.

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AnnaSalerno
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a wonderful story. Kudos to this kind biker. The kitten looks like my daughters kitten Charlie.

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ALonelyHeart
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think all it ever takes is One Cat. Redheads are the best too, such lovers! Thank you Pat, you've got a heart of gold.

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MertekZawada
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Awesome. Of all the horror I read regarding animal cruelty, it is so heart warming to read such a great story. Party cat is a very lucky kitty, he inherited an awesome daddy and has a great home set for life by the looks of things. With possible road trips in future :) A person's true colors show by the way they treat animals. God bless you kind soul for helping this little creature. Wishing you both many happy days together.

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MertekZawada
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Awesome. Of all the horror I read regarding any form of animal cruelty, it is so heart warming to see a story like this. Party cat is a very lucky kitty. He inherited an awesome daddy and looks like he is set for a great life ahead with possible road trips in future. :)

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ChippCalverley
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

God bless you, he is with good people now, safe journey's to you wherever the road and your bike takes you and Party Cat!

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PhyllisSteging
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Such a cute kitty and I love him riding in the guys shirt. Pretty cool and I think he chose a good chill owner. Hooray Kitty!!!!!

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LeylaSonad
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You made the right thing and Now you have a friend for your life! PD. The Reds are Always very strong!

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TomAlexander
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If all cats were as calm and friendly as this one seems to be, a lot more people would like cats! Including me!

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WendyGibson
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Biker cat living the life it deserves with a big warm hearted man. Love it!!

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JudyDowney
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a great heartwarming story. I'm so glad there are people like him in the world.

Rhon avatar
Rhon
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You Sir are a beautiful person. May you both have many years travelling together.

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Hanna
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So sweet. And the kitteh is so calm because after everything he's been thru, nothing can faze him

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JoAnneKlein
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Proof one can't judge a book by its cover! Were I 50 years younger and 40 pounds lighter, I'd look for them: They're my kind of guys! Beard, Bike and Marmalade Buddy!

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Tammy
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I like a good rescue story. I don't know if Pat will see this but... I do love the kitty's collar with sculls on it. I can't tell if it is a breakaway or not. I know of kitties suffering injuries if they can't get out of their collars.

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AnnaDewart
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

One "boss" kitten's gonna grow up to be One "Boss" Cat, Big Time!

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CaroleDose
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You're both awesome, Dudes! But I'm glad to hear Party Cat's now getting better food that just tuna. Cats still under 1 year of age do best on kitten food, no matter how kewl they are.

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DianyAracely
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Like, just enjoy the moment! He could've just let the kitten die. I mean he fed it what he had at his disposal.

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Sgraham
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hanks men. Any living creature that needs help should get it. That includes refugees from Syria.

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JuliaWolfe
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He found the right person! Orange tabbies are the best. Most are males and male cats are usually more chill and affectionate than females (in general).

Imperfekt avatar
Imperfekt
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You sir, I wish there were more words to express it properly and you are probably the influence that allows Party Cat to be so calm.

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CindyDahlgren
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Nothing makes me smile more than a big ole badass biker with a tiny kitten

sydney avatar
sydney
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Happy story, nice guy and a definitely happy cat. Thanks!

kabraham10 avatar
KarinLee
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Put a much needed smile on my face. Lucky little cat - saved by a great guy!

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MaxineFultz
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hey, you did a real nice thing helping helping your Party Cat. thanks a lot!

beyondxtasy avatar
LauraSchetter
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Love this! A little loving touch and positive attention can make a world of difference! Jealous of the stuff monkey getting all that snuggle time!

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ShanaRicher
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You never know where you will meet your soulmate, do you? They were meant to find each other!

jraeryanphdc avatar
JanaRyan
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is the best story! Tough biker saves a tiny, helpless, burned kitten. You know bikers have always been the people who extend themselves to those in need at inconvenient times more than any other people in society. This just elevates my respect and love for you guys and gals all the more. Set up a blog please so we can follow Party Kitty there and on Facebook - he hit the kitty lottery! <3

jennyjoz avatar
JennyJozwiak
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Good job dude!! Thank you for being HUMANE!!! hugs to you both!!

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DonGuild
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Despite his looks, he has a kind heart. the kitten will always love him.

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MindyJo
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He looks like a Christopher, you should name him Chris!

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Robloxderp
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo cuuuuuuuuuuuuuuute!!!!!!!!!!!!

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AudreyFerragamo
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Nice, and I'm not even crazy about cats. But it was really nice to save him and take care of him.

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Tammy
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

nice! i hope party cat's collar is breakaway because they are safer.

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CatherineDavid
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Party Cat looks just like my Garfield that I also rescued when he was 1 month old. His mum refused to feed him and threw him out of their house. So I bottle fed him. He's 14 months now and doing well.

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Miranda Lewis
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Awesome biker dude saves awesome kitty!!!! Glad that kitty found a forever home and biker found a riding buddy and they both love each other so!!'n

patriciann avatar
Patriciann Palka
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Best story I've read all week! Give that man a bottle of champagne !

furiku-sho avatar
Furiku Sho
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You got to get him some real cat food. Tuna for humans does not contain Taurine, very important to a cat. Thanks Doody for taking care of Party Cat. Anything you need for party Cat Doody, just write....uncia@charter.net

rudixoxo avatar
ClaudiaTravis
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love this..Make sure when he gets older he wears a harness so he doesn't end up falling off the bike or using into the street. Thank you for loving him..he is precious.

dianahockley avatar
DianaHockley
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A truly awesome man :) I hope the little one continues to thrive.

cmiilu avatar
ChrisMiilu
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Reminds me of Bob the Cat. He saved the writer's life, gave him a reason to live and a friend for life. Eventually the panhandling author wrote about Bob. Passersby gave more money, and one lady made Bob a little sweater for the winter. I love cats; my family loves cats. There is nothing like a soft little purring friend.

annagsalerno avatar
AnnaSalerno
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a wonderful story. Kudos to this kind biker. The kitten looks like my daughters kitten Charlie.

ALonelyHeart avatar
ALonelyHeart
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think all it ever takes is One Cat. Redheads are the best too, such lovers! Thank you Pat, you've got a heart of gold.

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MertekZawada
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Awesome. Of all the horror I read regarding animal cruelty, it is so heart warming to read such a great story. Party cat is a very lucky kitty, he inherited an awesome daddy and has a great home set for life by the looks of things. With possible road trips in future :) A person's true colors show by the way they treat animals. God bless you kind soul for helping this little creature. Wishing you both many happy days together.

Mertek_Zawada avatar
MertekZawada
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Awesome. Of all the horror I read regarding any form of animal cruelty, it is so heart warming to see a story like this. Party cat is a very lucky kitty. He inherited an awesome daddy and looks like he is set for a great life ahead with possible road trips in future. :)

chevyrcg avatar
ChippCalverley
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

God bless you, he is with good people now, safe journey's to you wherever the road and your bike takes you and Party Cat!

phylsfads avatar
PhyllisSteging
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Such a cute kitty and I love him riding in the guys shirt. Pretty cool and I think he chose a good chill owner. Hooray Kitty!!!!!

leyla.sonad avatar
LeylaSonad
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You made the right thing and Now you have a friend for your life! PD. The Reds are Always very strong!

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TomAlexander
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If all cats were as calm and friendly as this one seems to be, a lot more people would like cats! Including me!

wgibson2 avatar
WendyGibson
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Biker cat living the life it deserves with a big warm hearted man. Love it!!

iggy1995 avatar
JudyDowney
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a great heartwarming story. I'm so glad there are people like him in the world.

Rhon avatar
Rhon
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You Sir are a beautiful person. May you both have many years travelling together.

hannau avatar
Hanna
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So sweet. And the kitteh is so calm because after everything he's been thru, nothing can faze him

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JoAnneKlein
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Proof one can't judge a book by its cover! Were I 50 years younger and 40 pounds lighter, I'd look for them: They're my kind of guys! Beard, Bike and Marmalade Buddy!

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Tammy
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I like a good rescue story. I don't know if Pat will see this but... I do love the kitty's collar with sculls on it. I can't tell if it is a breakaway or not. I know of kitties suffering injuries if they can't get out of their collars.

acdewart avatar
AnnaDewart
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

One "boss" kitten's gonna grow up to be One "Boss" Cat, Big Time!

CaroleDose.biz avatar
CaroleDose
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You're both awesome, Dudes! But I'm glad to hear Party Cat's now getting better food that just tuna. Cats still under 1 year of age do best on kitten food, no matter how kewl they are.

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DianyAracely
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Like, just enjoy the moment! He could've just let the kitten die. I mean he fed it what he had at his disposal.

Load More Replies...
Sgraham avatar
Sgraham
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hanks men. Any living creature that needs help should get it. That includes refugees from Syria.

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JuliaWolfe
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He found the right person! Orange tabbies are the best. Most are males and male cats are usually more chill and affectionate than females (in general).

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