A little miracle happened a few days ago when my foster cat, Hope, had her adoption finalized. She is with an incredibly kind woman, one who was not deterred by Hope's age (11 or 12) or health issues.
I've been amazed at all the plans she had to ensure a successful integration of Hope into her household, which included two dogs. Even before this puss crossed her threshold for an extended visit (which always happens prior to an adoption), she declared that the only reason she wouldn't keep Hope would be if she felt the cat wouldn't be safe with her dogs. Fortunately, all is well.
If you have ever considered fostering a cat or dog, I encourage you to look into it in your area. I've fostered cats just twice, so far, and each experience has been a gratifying one.
I'm pleased to linking with Judith for "Mosaic Monday" and sending her dog, Topaz, a scratch behind the ears.
Thank you for visiting. Have a lovely week.
-Karen
Hope is such a beautiful cat and looks like she has a sweet disposition! I know her new owner will love her very much! I adopted an adult cat at 6 years old and he was the best cat who ever came into my life. He passed away last year at 15 years old, and miss him very much. I'd consider fostering a cat but I'm afraid I'd end up adopting each one--something my hubby would not like --lol! Someday in the future ,when my grandchildren are a little older, I'd like to adopt another cat.
ReplyDeleteAww what a nice new chapter in Hopes life. She is a lucky kitty to have found you and now her new forever home. Older pets are often ignored for adoption, it's such a shame. They can still be such loving companions.
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely story. I'm so glad there are people around like the lady that adopted Hope. She is one lucky kitty ... first to have you to take her into your home and then to find a permanent loving home.
ReplyDeleteThis is a truly lovely and heartwarming post.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos! Thank you!
Great news, Karen. This is such a beautiful and sweet story with great photos of Hope.
ReplyDeleteWonderful news for Hope I am soo pleased for her ! Thanks for sharing , Have a good day !
ReplyDeleteAw, that is such a sweet happy ending for Hope and her adoptive human. I hope you have a wonderful week ahead. Hugs. Pam
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy for Hope. It is so wonderful to hear of senior cats getting a second chance at a permanent, loving home. I only adopted 'older' cats for years and never regretted it. Our Mr. Ed was the last senior we adopted but if I another cat is in my future (we presently have 4) it will most likely be an older one. They need love, too. Thanks for being a foster home to these precious cats. Deb
ReplyDeleteKaren, what wonderful news! Hope is a beautiful lady and senior cats are worth the effort to have a furever home. You get gold stars for your kitty fostering.
ReplyDeleteKaren - great news!!! So glad to see that Hope found a good home!!
ReplyDeleteCheryl @ The Creative Me and My McG
Hope is a lovely cat. I'm glad she's with someone who will love her and care for her through thick and thin. She's a lucky little cat.
ReplyDeleteSo heartwarming! There are many good people in this world! Glad Hope found hers.
ReplyDeleteThat is just wonderful - so glad for all concerned.
ReplyDeleteSuch a sweet and happy ending for Hope! So glad she found her 'forever' home. I have two rescue dogs that nobody wanted because of their 'behavior' issues, but I am happy to say - they are almost normal....Like me :) xo Karen
ReplyDeleteI'm glad for you and Hope, it's really a miracle.
ReplyDeleteThe second picture made my day :-)
How wonderful for you and the lady adopter and most of all for Hope!! xx
ReplyDeleteHow fantastic that she has found a permanent home so quickly.
ReplyDeleteHow nice that you were her foster parent until she found her permanent home. It's nice that she is settled and safe in her new home. Lovely photos and mosaic.
ReplyDeleteKaren
I admire your giving nature to take in temporary kitties Karen. You must become attached to them but knowing they go to loving forever homes would make it easier to let them go. Topaz is delighted to have a scratch behind his ears passed on from you.
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking to Mosaic Monday.
Lucky little Hope. Fostering pets is a wonderful, giving act, but I am afraid that I would get too attached. Hope will be happy in her new home.
ReplyDeleteHope is indeed, a lucky little feline to have felt the love of so many wonderfully caring people. Best wishes to her in her new home and may she feel the warmth and comfort of her present one.
ReplyDeleteHappy Monday, Karen!
Poppy
I am so glad for Hope and for you, she found the perfect place to live, it is such a cute little cat. You will miss her, but I am sure you soon get another foster cat. I am not sure I would be suitable because I should want to keep them all myself.
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice end of the story. I am so happy for Hope and you know we had a cat long ago that looked exactly like Hope.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful and happy outcome for little Hope. She's beautiful. Loved the "Thinker" comparison shots.
ReplyDeleteSo glad she found a forever home. That woman sounds perfect for her.
That's so sweet! You must be happy/sad! We have 4 cats and couldn't possibly foster. I'm happy you do, though!
ReplyDeleteOh Joy!
ReplyDeleteWonderful that Hope has a new 'forever' home!!
Have a blessed day.
Kerin
I am so HAPPY to hear the Hope has found her final forever home. Every little creature needs to belong. and now this one shall.
ReplyDeleteThere are so many special people who find a place in their hearts for these special animals!!
ReplyDeleteSo happy to hear that sweet little Hope has found a new permanent home. I think it is lovely how you foster these kitties, Karen, such a special thing to do.
ReplyDeleteHappy weekend!
Helen xox