No one wanted this 'old' shelter cat. I took her home.

[@SPACETVnet]

Every cat deserves a beautiful human.

[@mr.winkie]

Every human deserves a beautiful cat. ❤

[@traci635]

Amen

[@GiselaSchlingmann]

@@mr.winkie The human monsters - there are too many - don`t!!!

[@Cat-pz7wj]

@@mr.winkie Unfortunately, not every human does deserve a beautiful pet....some humans are absolutely horrid.

[@mr.winkie]

@@Cat-pz7wj very much agreed.

[@tothelighthouse9843]

As a senior human, this story warms my heart. Beans has found a wonderful loving home where she can rest & relax in her senior years. It's all any of us could want.

[@jmr9735]

I teared up thinking about how thankful that previous owner would've been knowing their baby was well taken care of after they passed away. I hope this lady has many more happy years with Beanie.

[@Olga-dz9xk]

@jmr9735 Danke für dein posting!!! 🥰

[@barbanderson8439]

A beautiful message and thank you for writing it.

[@judysalmon5218]

I have just adopted a 17 year old little black and white girl. Her owner was dying of cancer and wanted to make sure she wasn’t put to sleep when he died. He contacted a local cat rescue which he knew would keep her and possibly find her a home. It’s been 3 months now and she is a very tiny sweet little cat who you can tell has always been loved! She has settled well although there has been a few toileting problems which we are sorting out together. He died a week after she went to the rescue so I can’t tell him she’s safe and happy.

[@mermarseo]

My biggest fear is about what will happen to my 2 cats when I pass. This gives me hope that there are people like you to love and cherish them.

[@vanpearsall]

@@mermarseo I am the same way we’ve been together since he’s been four weeks old I just hope he can adapt

[@piroskakuhn_musician_teacher]

It was december. I met a girl that just found a cat in the snow, very hungry and slim, purring, searching for help and affection. The girl couldn't take her, so I took her to the vet and of course called the local shelter and police station, asking if anyone missed her. No one did, so I kept her. The vet told me, she was at least 15 years old (I had her checked very thoroughly). She needed heart medication and other medical treatments. She lived 7 years with me till she passed away. Very often, she just lay on my lap, purring. Brings me to tears writing and remembering...

[@melissamartin8266]

I'm sorry...I know how hard it is to lose them when you've had them for so long but, they left this world knowing warmth and love and that's all that really matters.

[@spacefreedom]

you give her the best 2nd half life. thank you

[@robertp.wainman4094]

A lovely story - she would never ever forget what you did for her!

[@asthecrowflies737]

What a sweetie. 🥰A vet I knew in Illinois took in a gorgeous Russian Blue whose owners thought that 12 years was long enough and wanted her put down. Well, that did not happen. The vet adopted her. When I met this cat, she was 24....and still functioning under her own power.

[@lisabelle7553]

I can't imagine anything more heartless than bringing in your pet and deciding it's lived long enough. I hope the horrible people who did that get their just karma in life. Thank God, she went on to have a beautiful life.

[@dloesch]

Wow that’s a heartbreaking story. 😢But I’m glad things turned around for that baby who still had half her life left!! 😻

[@eyeiess]

I have a Russian blue. He’s 20 and I’ve had him since he was about 8 weeks old. He is such a character. He could have his own KZbin channel 🥰

[@dragulia_venaro]

I hope she can live long like the famous longest cat ever live, Cremepuff😊

[@1976MonaLisa]

That's horrible! "Long enough"? Some people are just awful.

[@freefromit2]

I just adopted off the street. I have a camera out front I call the critter cam. I leave some dry food and water out to see what shows up. it could be anything in Florida. one night a sack of bones with his fur falling out showed up, dumped and left to die, it broke my heart. he was frightened and obviously abused but after a couple weeks his heart opened up to us. that was two months ago and he's a wonderful old man who talks to us constantly and loves to be loved. he's still recovering but improving all the time. he's a fixer upper.♥

[@smokerputz]

Dude, MY HEART!!!! 🖖

[@dg6570]

She's gorgeous! So glad the two of you connected! Senior cats have so much love and affection to give. Thank you for rescuing her!

[@whozitwhatzit4802]

Those eyes especially! :)

[@barbjohnson778]

You’re a hero for adopting a 14 yo kitty. The hardest part is losing an animal you’ve come to love. This makes you a hero. I wish you many more beautiful years together. ❤❤

[@Bernie3000]

When I think of senior animals who have had one home their entire life, where they were obviously very loved, then their owner passes away and to end up in a shelter. It breaks my heart. I am so happy to see stories like these. Thank you for sharing!

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

Of all times in a pets life, the Senior years should be the golden years, with love, comforts and care. So glad Beans got that golden retirement.

[@melissasabie722]

My heart aches when I think about how they feel and what they think in that situation! How confused they are… just awful! Sometimes I get very frustrated that I don’t have the funds to adopt a whole bunch of animals in need .. I already have rehabbed a squirrel! He just passed away last year 💔 7 years with our little Squee Squee! 💜💜💜 now I have two cats and 3 fish and my mom has a dog ! It’s a lot to just feed them !

[@nancydemoss2945]

That's why I'm looking to adopt a senior cat. I'm a senior and I have lots of love to share.

[@Bernie3000]

@@melissasabie722 I hear you on wanting to save them all. But it sounds like you are doing an amazing job with all the pets you have (and your mum and her dog!). I have two 17 year old cats. One of them is diabetic, blind in one eye and hard of hearing, but as far as he knows, he is perfect! I am allowed 2 pets only where I live. Sometimes I think it’s a good thing I can have only 2 pets or this place might be a zoo! Condolences on the passing of your Squee Squee, seven years sounds quite impressive! Also the name Squee Squee for a squirrel is pretty awesome!

[@beverlygannon4141]

​@@nancydemoss2945 gud for um, go for it . Kudos 👍🐈🐾🐾🐾🐱🐱❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏

[@shellc7747]

People that look for senior or disabled animals are angels. ❤❤

[@suzannecarter445]

I'm so happy there are people who purposefully adopt older animals like this lovely lady. There are advantages and these people are desperately needed I'm told.

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

Yes. I love senior dogs especially. I've had many over my long life. Sweet angels.

[@kme3894]

I love senior cats. They are relaxing and cute

[@dm5341]

I love that this woman appreciated the senior Kitty. I've raised many cats to the end of their days and they definitely get better with age. Today is one of my cats nineteenth birthday. Her brother passed away last year and we miss him dearly. God bless those who love and care.

[@lanissaburton9383]

Thank you for getting a senior baby.

[@flagal519]

She is beautiful , looks very young .....and I am so glad she found a great home. I adopted a 17 year old cat and it was the best thing I ever did. She sat in a shelter for 4 months, no one wanted her, I took her home and she was the best cat I ever had ! She lived to a long, healthy 24 years old and only got sick at the very end. RIP, Deja. We love you.

[@francescopirolo7379]

My three legged cat turned 19 Yesterday. Still Shining and living the best Life as i can give to her ♥️

[@TheFrog767]

🎉🖖🙏🙏

[@sc5216]

What happened to her leg?

[@sabinekoch3448]

❤😊🐈‍⬛ 🤗

[@miglena2s]

❤

[@traci635]

Senior cats and dogs still have lots of love to give. Thank you for adopting this precious baby

[@l.d.d.2062]

Thank you SO MUCH for your kind heart and empathy.

[@Patricia-c8v]

Thank you for giving her a loving and beautiful home and life. she is beautiful and so sweet.

[@lilysgram5886]

😇💞

[@KohalaLover]

Beanie! Thank you, thank you for rescuing and adopting this stunning girl. You are gentle and compassionate. Love is all that matters..

[@lilwil-ns3uo]

A true cat person will always meow back sometimes. Such a sweet kitty. ❤

[@sunshineday166]

Thank you for taking this sweet baby.

[@maryjoseymon5046]

We adopted an really old cat as she was small 6 lbs and found out she was 18. We knew we wouldn't have her long. She became more and more disabled. We had her for 11 months and had to put her to sleep. Congratulations to you for being human. We miss our friend.

[@debbieschultz9768]

What a sweet cat. I adopted a senior cat and although she only lived two months, I know I gave her the best two months. I miss her terribly❤. RIP Pokie🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@karmelicanke]

Pokie had a taste of heaven living with you. Bless you both.

[@siaitsme6800]

🙏🙏🙏

[@MaxwellFaro]

She’s a treasure, so glad they found her.

[@pennyheld9984]

Thank you for seeing her, giving her a home and loving her. Same thing happened to my Athena. 12yrs old and at a rescue. Saw her picture and adopted her a few days later. She was there for 6 months without anyone wanting her. We've been together for 1 1/2yrs now and so happy we found each other

[@youngraines851]

She's a BEAUTY - definitely senior cats are calmer & more loving. We gravitate towards senior cats - compatibility in temperaments.

[@Lilly2Gbtg]

God bless everyone who gives senior kitties a home! They’re some of the best cats ever!

[@Brissieskater1]

I too have adopted a Furry Feline Senior who was in basically the same situation - my Ruby was in a shelter for 4 - 5 months as the previous owner had presumably passed - the podgy senior was overlooked as people wanted the Kittens - of course the Kittens are cute, however I work full time and needed a cat who was content with his / her own company during the working day - Ruby came home with me on Friday 7th July 2023 and on the Sunday night she put her head into the crook of my arm and sobbed in a cat like manner - her sobbing was a thick deep purr as if to say thank you for giving me a home - she settled into the home routine a lot sooner than expected and it's like she has been with me from a young age. Ruby will be with me for the term of her natural life.

[@Olga-dz9xk]

@@Brissieskater1 Persona hermosa!!! GRACIAS !!!!! 🥰

[@DossNZ]

Thanks for not changing her name. It's all most of them have left.

[@avarysse5782]

I adopted an older kitty cat years back that was the same situation as this one. Her name was Charlie & I felt so bad for her sitting way in the back by the litter box with 2 other cats younger cats. She was shy & scared so I took her immediately. BEST CAT we ever had and we had another 5-6 yrs with her. So happy Beanie got a home! 🐾🩷

[@31webseries]

She was grieving poor thing. Thanks for saving her. She's a cute one.

[@marjaneaalam1353]

May. Beanie live long and prosper. Thank you for giving him the chance.

[@thereadersvoice]

🖖

[@kittywilhite9583]

​@@thereadersvoice😄

[@MsMadmax1]

She seems like a very loving kitty. My husband and I have adopted every pet we've ever had since we were married 31 years ago. We only adopt adult, senior or special needs pets and we've never regrated it. Nothing makes me happier than to give an animal the best life possible for however long they have left. They have enriched our lives and given us so much joy.

[@jenellbarnes4231]

I love how Beanie struggles to jump up on the couch, but her mom finds her on the countertop stealing butter. 😻 She’s beautiful, and her squeaky meows are so sweet. Beanie is the best part of today ❤

[@LinNBen]

So Sweet! Had a kitten named Beanie. She lived to a ripe old age of 19. Your Beans reminds me of our Beans❤❤ complete unconditional Love.

[@davidnierzwick2775]

She deserves 2 birthdays 🥰😍👍

[@momo_drum1172]

She really does! And a coming home anniversary 🥳

[@LightDancerOracle]

Thank you so much for rescuing sweet Beans and giving her such a loving home. She is so lucky to have you. And, she is your earth angel. You were meant to be! 😊🙏💖

[@katywilliams9477]

Poor baby was grieving the loss of her owner and long term home. Thank you for rescuing her and loving her❤ Cat’s act like kitten’s forever😂

[@cbrxxrr]

Cool name...my tuxedo was in a cage for 8months and was glad to make my house a better place

[@jamescarlson6723]

I thank all who took part (including vets) who took part in this rescue of this nice older cat. She will be very loving, probably a very good lap cat, and will give in return lots of love. Thank you for adopting this wonderful cat.

[@momo_drum1172]

Same here! She is indeed very cuddly. It took her a while but now she’ll crawl into our laps or lay on our chest in bed 😭❤️

[@mollylundquist9145]

Aaaaaaaaaaaaaah. From a cat lover who's had 2 cats live nearly 20 years each. Older cats are wonderful. All catss are wonderful.

[@tiportangeles2696]

I have a 23 y/o pure black cat named, Handsome. He sleeps on my face at night for an hour, then wants to go outside to hunt the rest of the night. He's a very good ratter! He's still sharp as a tack!

[@linengray]

I had a similar situation. I was volunteering at a shelter after my furbie of 23 years died. There was this cat that spent all it's time in the rafters. One day he came down and looked at me while sitting on the top shelf in one of the sleeping rooms. Something just clicked. At first he kept to the top of cabinets and the highest shelves. Slowly that changed. We were together for 10 years until he had to go to sleep. He was a wonderful snuggler and talker.

[@meow2u22]

I'm so happy to see Beanie adopted. "Orphaned" senior cats are forever passed over for kittens or young cats.

[@FredSmith-s5t]

She reminds me of my sweetie girl Lucy a feral who came to me for food. She was with me for 16 years. I still miss her.

[@watchingthewheelsgoround260]

I couldn’t ignore those eyes and sweet meow either. ❤

[@robertkartechner5850]

Oh, so beyond sweet.

[@larrywakeman4371]

THANK YOU FOR LOVING AND SAVING BEANIE!!!!!! Kim

[@kevinharms7578]

Senior cats have so much to give.

[@Kate-f1n]

Look at those eyes!!! 😍 And her "oaw!" and whispered "yaow"s make me melt. Thank u for giving her the opportunity her previous owner would have wanted and thank u for sharing Beanies story w us ❤🕊️

[@cmc6677]

Awwww, such a sweet old girl. How wonderful you two found each other! Both of you filled with love & caring for each other. Another happy ending. TY for sharing your story with us. ❤🐱❤️☺️

[@iagnesstoltz2874]

What a sweet old lady! Senior animals are the best! God bless you guys!🙏❤️

[@The2000kittykat]

She has so much to say to you, and seems to understand what you say to her, each little meow answer is absolutely precious. Thank you for being the kind person you are.😻💜

[@Olga-dz9xk]

@The2000kittykat Absolut!!!!!! Ganz sicher!!!!! 😊🥰

[@barbanderson8439]

How wonderful it would be to live close...and what fun if "mom" were willing to let visitors visit this wonderful cat

[@lynnjasen9727]

Senior cats are the best. I am about to have my first anniversary with my 14 year old girls who also wound up in a shelter when their owner died. Thet still stress easily, but they act half their age and they have improved my life 100%. 💕🇨🇦

[@jayjankelewicz5140]

I am so happy that you helped her have a good life. You are an angel. You did the BLESSED thing. God bless you both.

[@sarahkelly7825]

We have had a couple of senior cats. They can really get into your heart with their special personalities!

[@patriciamartinez5836]

What a joy. I would love her too❤❤❤. Thank you for making her day’s wonderful.💙♥️💜

[@lesliebray8114]

I absolutely love the senior cats !! Amazing to see their purrsonality come out after adjusting to their environment. Senior cats bring special surprises when we give them a chance❤❤❤

[@meowzzies]

What a beautiful little baby! So glad you chose to adopt and older cat, they all deserve a chance.

[@markthompson180]

Thank you for adopting her! She has beautiful eyes.

[@wilmawernick9242]

How wonderful of you to adopt an "old" cat. She is a beauty and so affectionate. I am happy that she brings so much to you and really supports you. To me, this is a case of who rescued who? Her unwavering love is something to be treasured.

[@judyfong1489]

This world needs more compassionate and caring people like you. You are an angel in human form to take on the responsibilities of a senior animal to extend their quality of life. Thank you for your kindness and generosity.

[@bubblesdelight]

Omgee, this one really pulled at my ❤ strings. Senior animals seem to always be pasted by, they really don't know what they are missing out on. A big 👍 up to the gorgeous hooomans who take the seniors 🏡. Thank you xx❤❤❤❤❤

[@blairariavanderkamp3405]

Thank you so much for giving her the wonderful home she deserves!!!❤❤❤❤

[@ProveAllThings1Th-5-21]

God bless this beautiful woman for taking Beanie and loving her.

[@GaiaCarney]

Senior cats are worth the effort 😻 They are loving, gentle, particular, sometimes traumatized, and always _FUNNY_ !

[@snailcat86]

precious baby, thank you for giving this little lady a home

[@BlueKnightErrant]

She was still grieving the loss of her family… thank goodness you all saved and healed her! What a beautiful coat and those emerald blue eyes! 💙🐈😍

[@frankiechan9651]

Didn't expect to cry this morning, but here we are. What wonderful people you are for taking in Beans and allowing her to live out her best life. Also that she is doing her bit to help you in return.

[@linda-louiseanthony1979]

Cheeky Beanie. I had to laugh when she said she sometimes struggles onto the couch, but magically gets on the kitchen bench 😂. Seniors are the absolute best. Thanks for loving Beanie ❤❤❤

[@sandykohn369]

What a joy for you both.!❤ Blessings to you for rescuing this senior girl kitty & giving her love, & a quality life in her last years❤❤

[@katbow5922]

Nothing wrong with an old cat, they sleep a lot and are very chill. I have rescued and loved cats my whole life. My sister who is 10 years younger than myself has promised to go and adopt an old looked over kitty to honor me when I am gone. Beautiful tribute...send no flowers....donate to an animal sanctuary. I love that you have done this ❤

[@martinegauthier9081]

She’s not that old. Cats can live until they’re in their 20's!!! ❤

[@user-zi4iu5lj6z]

Yes true my aunts cat lived till he was 21. If you take good care of them and keep them healthy they might surprise you and stick around for a while.

[@stevepolewach9555]

Thanks

[@sallywhite7678]

Precious angel! God Bless you for taking her in and giving her the best home ever! I have a 16 year old cat, and he is my baby. I treasure every moment we have together!🙏❤️🐈

[@robertwatson818]

Once she came home with you the quality of her fur got lots better! Thank you for saving her!

[@venus22118]

So friggin' great to see a senior cat rehomed and thriving, thanks to that fabulous woman 👏💖🌟

[@barbarakosloski9260]

I adopted a couple older cats when my parents passed. I love their little meow. Thank you for not passing by them. ❤

[@7Jennifer]

Beans hit the jackpot as did her family. Wonderful, wonderful. Wishing Beans and her fam many, many more happy years together! 💞💞

[@citibear57]

What a sweet old lady ♥ So happy she is once again loved ...and will be for the rest of her life 👍😊

[@kimb3852]

I've adopted Senior kitties before,and They're so sweet!. My Oacar was the best!! He had a great life filled with love.💛I still miss him💛

[@amandaf4720]

What a sweet little old lady! I'm so glad she found another loving home after her previous owner passed away.

[@eowynmoonlight]

Awww. Thanks for sharing this cute little kitten! Make sure to give her a lot of kisses!

[@beatrixjansen6297]

Love this story. She is beautiful. Thank you for giving her a chance at love and a wonderful home.😼😼❣❣

[@maggiew2167]

You probably added years onto her life. My cat is 18 and still going strong. I hope she lives a long time.

[@momo_drum1172]

Me too! ❤

[@KHays-eg4zp]

She has such a pretty face...so glad she has love again. I worry about this with my pets too...

[@camez2345]

❤❤❤❤ she so cuuute and funny. Long live Lady Beans!

[@geekhan559]

you are a cat angel she will supply you with endless love god bless you.

[@boogermaiden]

I love senior cats!!! They're soooo cuddly and sweet 😭

[@edwardstrickland5971]

She's absolutely beautiful and so are you to offer her a loving retirement home! Every cat AND every animal deserves a beautiful human to love them! The latter will be rewarded ten fold! ❤️ 🙏

[@amichaels1871]

Thank You to ALL HEROS & ANIMAL ANGELS EVERYWHERE. ❤🇱🇷🌍🌠

[@lisabelle7553]

I wish everyone looking to get a pet would go into their local shelter and bring home a beautiful senior furbaby. They are the best! I volunteer at my Shelter and it drives me bonkers when even senior citizen people come in and they want a kitten or a puppy. It's frustrating and heartbreaking. This sweet beautiful kitty is proof of the amazing animals waiting for homes. Adopt don't shop! God bless.

[@ΑικατερίνηΜιχαηλίδου-τ5μ]

Ειστε υπεροχοι ανθρωποι!!! Εχετε μια τοσο μεγαλη και ευγενικη καρδια!!!! Ενα τεραστιο ευχαριστω με πολυ αγαπη που δινεται σε αυτο το υπεροχο πλασματακι την αληθινη αγαπη που του αξιζει!!!!! Μπραβο σας!!!!!🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🇬🇷

[@CatsGlobe]

Her eyes tell a story of waiting, and now they can finally sparkle at her forever home. 💖

[@Mehp2]

From what I’ve heard about cat life spans, if they’re well cared for that is, 14 is old but not senior level old. I’ve seen a lot of 22-23 year old cats.

[@miniharez]

awww I volunteer at a shelter and I LOVE the older kitties, they are so sweet. I want to be able to one day foster old cats and dogs

[@Iron2017]

I wish there were many more people doing this, thanks for giving sweet Bean a loving home in her later years, it's wonderful 💖💖

[@tameimpala37]

A beautiful story.

[@dandandkl9048]

You two look so alike, like siblings lol. Thank you for your kindness and love to Beanie! Keep fighting for her!❤❤❤

[@ThomasMackay-i8h]

Few things piss me off more than people who mistreat children or animals.

[@NiseyWashington]

AMEN!!!

[@adamgorelick3714]

Beanie is an absolute dear. Thank you for your compassion and love for her. There is a book by the late actor Charles Laughton called 'Every Cat Goes To Heaven.' Every cat can also bring us some heaven, if we love them back.

[@karenrussell2091]

What a wonderful story. I have a 16 year old lady. I adopted her when she was 4 months old. She's a talkative lady with a loud purr motor.😻