This is a story about a cat who tried his best to get by. However, life threw more at him than the little buddy could handle, so there was just one thing left for him to do—knock on doors, asking for help.
On Valentine’s Day, a woman heard strange sounds coming from her backyard. She went there to investigate and found an orange tabby, standing in the snow and pawing at her door. Meowing.
The woman took a picture and contacted Marie Simard, the founder of Un Chat à la Fois, a kitten rescue in Quebec, Canada.
“It broke my heart to see him, so I told her to take the cat to the vet and not even 30 minutes later, he was at our partner clinic,” Simard told Bored Panda.
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“He went into the carrier by himself and once he got to the vet, he was very easy-going, he let the vet do the checkup, the blood test and X-rays, the cat was not feral at all,” Simard said. She named the cat Aslan, in honor of the lion in The Chronicles of Narnia series.
“We thought he was a lost cat because he was just too friendly to be born outside. He didn’t have a microchip and was not neutered. We assumed he was left behind by irresponsible owners. We have many cats left behind by people—people that cannot afford to pay the vet care. We checked everywhere for a missing cat but we found nothing.”
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Image credits: One cat at a time
“Aslan had rotten teeth, frostbite, a bite wound (he was bleeding somewhere on his body), fleas, worms, he had diabetes and skin allergy. His blood work was very bad and he had to stay hospitalized a few days so he could be stabilized before going to his foster family.”
“He got surgery for his rotten teeth. He also had issues with his eyes, which were taken care of with surgery.”
The vet said Aslan was so sick and exhausted, he would not have survived the winter if he hadn’t received immediate attention.
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Image credits: One cat at a time
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Aslan was really grateful to the people who answered his meow for help. Simard said he was very nice to the staff at the clinic and would stick his paw out of the cage so people could pet him.
All the love and care have helped the kitty’s health tremendously. In a few days, Aslan got better and was ready to finish his recovery at a foster home.
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Once Aslan was fine and ready for a family, Simard told his foster parents it was time for her to post Aslan’s adoption form so people could apply. But Aslan’s foster mom told her right away that he already found his family and she would like him to stay with her. Simard agreed.
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“He had become friends with 2 rescue cats, Cleo and Jasmin. Jasmin sadly passed away, but Aslan is very close to Cleo. Aslan has a special diet due to his diabetes, but he likes food! In fact, his mom needs to closely watch her own plates because Aslan would not hesitate to steal her food. Sometimes, she makes an exception and gives him a treat.”
“Aslan is a very affectionate cat. He forgot his outdoor life, he doesn’t try to go outside. He likes to sleep on her pillow and he likes to cuddle.”
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Image credits: One cat at a time
Image credits: One cat at a time
People were incredibly happy to hear that Aslan has recovered and is now living a happy life
This occurred in Canada. No wonder the cat was so polite. In all seriousness though, I’m happy this sweet boy found a home.
This is very similar to something that happened to me. A cat was outside my house one day. I petted it and assumed it belonged to a neighbour who recently moved in. I had to leave the house to go shopping so I did but when I returned that cat was still outside, in fact he came running up to me as if begging for help. I picked him up and knocked on the new neighbours but it wasn't their cat. Looked everywhere and knocked every door in my estate with that cat running behind me not wanting to leave my side. Got him to the vets and he had terrible ear mites and was so cold. We posted a picture online and tried to find his owners, no one ever came forward and he never left. We named him Simba and he was an old boy too and he would sleep next to me with his paw in my palm. He passed away after living with me for five years. I miss him.
Oh--what a sweet boy. Thank you for looking after him and caring for him. He loved you so much, and you gave him a wonderful life--especially after such a difficult time. Big hug to you, Simba parent!
Load More Replies...Years ago a pregnant stray showed up on my doorstep. She must have had her ailurophile radar on, and knew my family was in the market for a cat. We ended up with six - Ragamuffin and her five kittens. We found homes for all the little ones and had Ragamuffin spayed. She was my constant companion for 17 years. Rest In Peace, Rags.
... the good part about the world is, some people are kind to animals. The bad part is to be analyzed elsewhere and elsewhen ... here, now, it is the friendlyness of the humans this cat came across, who helped and saved him. Thanks for this! A cat always is worth the extra mile, extra hour, and the extra open door, obviously.
What a beautiful boy,He reminds me of apricot marmalade on warm toast.
Aslan is beautiful! Also, the black and white cat looks like my butter cup. Even the puffy fur around the neck!
Anyone who helps another living thing in need is much, much more than OK in my book. It is exceptional, unselfish deed, animals suffer immensely by the hand of cruel, disgusting sub-human monsters; they need a lot of help.
For several years we had a cat that would "visit" regularly. The first winter she decided to stay on our property, but nothing we did could convince her to come inside. We built her an insulated box that kept her from the elements, but she would run off if anyone came close. We fed her and kept a heated water dish for her. Every year around winter, we would once again try to convince her it was safe to come inside. Five years passed and then the weather service predicted one of the worst snow storms in decades. Worried, I once again tried to shoo the cat into the house and this time she rushed indoors and hid in the spare room. We got over 3 feet of snow that night and it was brutally cold. A large tree fell on the cat house, where she might have been if she hadn't come inside. From that day on she never tried to go outside again. She became a very loving and kind cat and adored our two dogs and other two cats as well as most people. She lived another 8 happy and healthy years.
It says everything that poor Aslan looked so sad when he first meowed at the lady’s window. but is now warm, happy and loved. Thank you for rescuing him xxx
god, he was probably dumped because of his health issues, poor baby. i'm so glad he got help, he looks like a sweetheart.
Love it. He knew he needed assistance. I am amazed by some of the stories where animals actually seek help out from humans.
There is special place in Heaven for people who help and care for pets in need! ❤️💖
I operate a private shelter/sanctuary for cats and dogs, and have done fostering for over 50 years. I love these "foster-fail" stories!
This looks like my ginger, Biscuit, who ran off from our house in Townshend, VT, 2 days after moving here in June, 2020. The markings are the same; Biscuit is 4. (907)957-6858. We have been searching ever since.
Looks very much like our cat Biscuit who ran off 2 days after moving to Townshend, VT in June, 2020...Been searching for him since. (907)957-6858. Biscuit is 4. Biscuit-90...373096.jpg
So happy you’re now safe precious baby darling. I would love to adopt you if I could 💖⭐️
Aslan probably didn't forget his outside life, that's why he was so happy to stay inside."Been there, done that"!
This is the kind of life-affirming story that renews my constantly broken faith in humanity. If it were not for stories like this, I would shatter into a thousand pieces. This is a sad and beautiful world.
It is very rare that a cat will ask for help. If they do, they desperately need it.
“We thought he was a lost cat because he was just too friendly to be born outside. He didn’t have a microchip and was not neutered. We assumed he was left behind by irresponsible owners. We have many cats left behind by people—people that cannot afford to pay the vet care. We checked everywhere for a missing cat but we found nothing.” Let's just say that the last owners were s**t so they don't deserve him anyway. Chip and neuter your cat!
Load More Replies...This occurred in Canada. No wonder the cat was so polite. In all seriousness though, I’m happy this sweet boy found a home.
This is very similar to something that happened to me. A cat was outside my house one day. I petted it and assumed it belonged to a neighbour who recently moved in. I had to leave the house to go shopping so I did but when I returned that cat was still outside, in fact he came running up to me as if begging for help. I picked him up and knocked on the new neighbours but it wasn't their cat. Looked everywhere and knocked every door in my estate with that cat running behind me not wanting to leave my side. Got him to the vets and he had terrible ear mites and was so cold. We posted a picture online and tried to find his owners, no one ever came forward and he never left. We named him Simba and he was an old boy too and he would sleep next to me with his paw in my palm. He passed away after living with me for five years. I miss him.
Oh--what a sweet boy. Thank you for looking after him and caring for him. He loved you so much, and you gave him a wonderful life--especially after such a difficult time. Big hug to you, Simba parent!
Load More Replies...Years ago a pregnant stray showed up on my doorstep. She must have had her ailurophile radar on, and knew my family was in the market for a cat. We ended up with six - Ragamuffin and her five kittens. We found homes for all the little ones and had Ragamuffin spayed. She was my constant companion for 17 years. Rest In Peace, Rags.
... the good part about the world is, some people are kind to animals. The bad part is to be analyzed elsewhere and elsewhen ... here, now, it is the friendlyness of the humans this cat came across, who helped and saved him. Thanks for this! A cat always is worth the extra mile, extra hour, and the extra open door, obviously.
What a beautiful boy,He reminds me of apricot marmalade on warm toast.
Aslan is beautiful! Also, the black and white cat looks like my butter cup. Even the puffy fur around the neck!
Anyone who helps another living thing in need is much, much more than OK in my book. It is exceptional, unselfish deed, animals suffer immensely by the hand of cruel, disgusting sub-human monsters; they need a lot of help.
For several years we had a cat that would "visit" regularly. The first winter she decided to stay on our property, but nothing we did could convince her to come inside. We built her an insulated box that kept her from the elements, but she would run off if anyone came close. We fed her and kept a heated water dish for her. Every year around winter, we would once again try to convince her it was safe to come inside. Five years passed and then the weather service predicted one of the worst snow storms in decades. Worried, I once again tried to shoo the cat into the house and this time she rushed indoors and hid in the spare room. We got over 3 feet of snow that night and it was brutally cold. A large tree fell on the cat house, where she might have been if she hadn't come inside. From that day on she never tried to go outside again. She became a very loving and kind cat and adored our two dogs and other two cats as well as most people. She lived another 8 happy and healthy years.
It says everything that poor Aslan looked so sad when he first meowed at the lady’s window. but is now warm, happy and loved. Thank you for rescuing him xxx
god, he was probably dumped because of his health issues, poor baby. i'm so glad he got help, he looks like a sweetheart.
Love it. He knew he needed assistance. I am amazed by some of the stories where animals actually seek help out from humans.
There is special place in Heaven for people who help and care for pets in need! ❤️💖
I operate a private shelter/sanctuary for cats and dogs, and have done fostering for over 50 years. I love these "foster-fail" stories!
This looks like my ginger, Biscuit, who ran off from our house in Townshend, VT, 2 days after moving here in June, 2020. The markings are the same; Biscuit is 4. (907)957-6858. We have been searching ever since.
Looks very much like our cat Biscuit who ran off 2 days after moving to Townshend, VT in June, 2020...Been searching for him since. (907)957-6858. Biscuit is 4. Biscuit-90...373096.jpg
So happy you’re now safe precious baby darling. I would love to adopt you if I could 💖⭐️
Aslan probably didn't forget his outside life, that's why he was so happy to stay inside."Been there, done that"!
This is the kind of life-affirming story that renews my constantly broken faith in humanity. If it were not for stories like this, I would shatter into a thousand pieces. This is a sad and beautiful world.
It is very rare that a cat will ask for help. If they do, they desperately need it.
“We thought he was a lost cat because he was just too friendly to be born outside. He didn’t have a microchip and was not neutered. We assumed he was left behind by irresponsible owners. We have many cats left behind by people—people that cannot afford to pay the vet care. We checked everywhere for a missing cat but we found nothing.” Let's just say that the last owners were s**t so they don't deserve him anyway. Chip and neuter your cat!
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