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Unwanted Cat Becomes This Little Boy’s Guardian, Following Him Everywhere
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Unwanted Cat Becomes This Little Boy’s Guardian, Following Him Everywhere

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Meet Larry the ginger cat, given up by his owner for breaking into the food cabinet. He was adopted by a woman named Michelle, and soon became her son, Abel’s, guardian. Larry fell in love with Abel the moment they met.

“When Abel cries Larry runs over to comfort him,” said Michelle. “Abel makes sure Larry is with him when he moves from one room to another. Larry tolerates more than I’d ever imagined a cat could or would tolerate.”

More info: kittyarmy.com (h/t: lovemeow)

Larry was given away after his vet owner caught him in the food cupboard one time too many

So mom Michelle decided to take Larry in

Abel and Larry immediately became best friends

Abel’s first word was even “Yarry” (baby for “Larry”)!

Now, Larry follows Abel around everywhere

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

No wonder "Yarry" was raiding the food cupboard. Apparently he was starved... for love. What a precious solution!

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

Sweet story.Yarry needs to shed a few pounds, thoug, so he can be around for Abel's school years.

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

I'm with nancy, def shed a few kilos to keep him longer! Lovely story.

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

Orange cats are generally smarter, invariably more affectionate, & definitely the most curious of all cats. Yep, they are.

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

Aww, such a wonderful kitty! And I spy thumbs! He's polydactyl. How could someone give up such a lovely baby? Glad he's happy now.

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

Dog people doesn't want to see anything like this, they don't want to believe that cats are as affectionate as dogs, maybe even more

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

I'm personally a dog person, I found this quite heartwarming. I don't speak for all dog people, but I find cats can be equally affectionate.

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

Shame on that vet (of all people!) for giving away the cat for a very stupid reason.

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

Sorry - thought I read somewhere it was a vet who gave her away. Anyhow, whoever gave her up was heartless.

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

Polydactyl Kitty's are the BEST for temperament! Every one I have had or met was outgoing, never shy, usually vocal(!), and infinitely patient. Baby is so lucky for his friend forever!

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

I agree. My first cat was a six-toed red tabby. Wish that polys were as common in the South as they are in New England!

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Gea Vox
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The gods made animals to teach us love and cats to teach us humility! :D

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

I am MELTING from all the sweetness!!! What a wonderful story! Thank you for this heartwarming story and thank you to Abel's Mommy for letting this love story happen!

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

Heart warming! and yes a few pounds lighter and your cat will be around for a VERY long time

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

What an adorable love story. Yarry is such a fluffy (fat) that he reeks of kindness and love. I love this story and all of the pictures.

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

What a special cat for a special boy. There is love on both sides of this relationship. It was really a blessing for Yarry to find his bud

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

Get some Royal Canin 'Satiety' food - works wonders if you measure it right. :) Lovely story!

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

Awwwww..... cho cute! I adopted two male feral cats and they are now sleeping on my good jackets with the tongue out while my Lhasa Apso is guarding her treat somewhere... Yarry needs some healthy food... Cats are the best!

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

Ha ha you can see hes been raiding the food cupboard, that is one tubby kitty. How sweet x

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

hope the cat can live long with him since he is a little bit too fat

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

That cat needs to lose some weight if the kid wants his "guardian" to be around much longer :/

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

No wonder "Yarry" was raiding the food cupboard. Apparently he was starved... for love. What a precious solution!

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

Sweet story.Yarry needs to shed a few pounds, thoug, so he can be around for Abel's school years.

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

I'm with nancy, def shed a few kilos to keep him longer! Lovely story.

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

Orange cats are generally smarter, invariably more affectionate, & definitely the most curious of all cats. Yep, they are.

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

Aww, such a wonderful kitty! And I spy thumbs! He's polydactyl. How could someone give up such a lovely baby? Glad he's happy now.

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

Dog people doesn't want to see anything like this, they don't want to believe that cats are as affectionate as dogs, maybe even more

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

I'm personally a dog person, I found this quite heartwarming. I don't speak for all dog people, but I find cats can be equally affectionate.

Load More Replies...
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EileenJoy
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Shame on that vet (of all people!) for giving away the cat for a very stupid reason.

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

Sorry - thought I read somewhere it was a vet who gave her away. Anyhow, whoever gave her up was heartless.

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

Polydactyl Kitty's are the BEST for temperament! Every one I have had or met was outgoing, never shy, usually vocal(!), and infinitely patient. Baby is so lucky for his friend forever!

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

I agree. My first cat was a six-toed red tabby. Wish that polys were as common in the South as they are in New England!

Load More Replies...
geavox avatar
Gea Vox
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The gods made animals to teach us love and cats to teach us humility! :D

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

I am MELTING from all the sweetness!!! What a wonderful story! Thank you for this heartwarming story and thank you to Abel's Mommy for letting this love story happen!

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

Heart warming! and yes a few pounds lighter and your cat will be around for a VERY long time

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

What an adorable love story. Yarry is such a fluffy (fat) that he reeks of kindness and love. I love this story and all of the pictures.

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

What a special cat for a special boy. There is love on both sides of this relationship. It was really a blessing for Yarry to find his bud

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

Get some Royal Canin 'Satiety' food - works wonders if you measure it right. :) Lovely story!

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

Awwwww..... cho cute! I adopted two male feral cats and they are now sleeping on my good jackets with the tongue out while my Lhasa Apso is guarding her treat somewhere... Yarry needs some healthy food... Cats are the best!

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

Ha ha you can see hes been raiding the food cupboard, that is one tubby kitty. How sweet x

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

hope the cat can live long with him since he is a little bit too fat

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

That cat needs to lose some weight if the kid wants his "guardian" to be around much longer :/

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