We're starting to suspect the neighborhood cats are listening to our conversations.
Cat lovers know how dangerous it is to start thinking about fostering. You tell yourself you're only going to help a few kittens find homes, but suddenly you're imagining tiny paws running across the floor and little furballs sleeping on your chest. You've already picked out names, researched kitten food, and mentally rearranged your furniture to accommodate a cat tree.
The actual fostering part hasn't even started, and you're already getting attached to imaginary kittens.
It's especially tempting when you already have pets. Surely your cat would appreciate another friend? Maybe your dog has always wanted a tiny feline sibling to supervise. The animals might disagree with these assumptions, but that doesn't stop us from picturing an adorable household full of cuddling furry friends.
One couple recently experienced a rather suspicious coincidence after discussing their future fostering plans over dinner. The woman mentioned wanting to care for kittens once they'd renovated their home to make more space. They already had two cats and a dog, so adding another animal wasn't exactly on the immediate agenda.
Apparently, the Cat Distribution System wasn't interested in waiting for the renovations.
When they returned home, they heard distressed meowing coming from the bushes. A shy little kitten eventually appeared, crying and looking hungry. They offered him food and water, which he happily accepted, although some neighborhood cats tried to invite themselves to dinner.
After nobody claimed him in their local WhatsApp groups, the couple decided to wait until morning before bringing him inside. Sure enough, the kitten was still nearby the next day, and his new humans couldn't leave him behind.
A vet confirmed he was a healthy four-month-old kitten, and he received his vaccinations and other treatments. Now named Sasha, he's staying in the laundry room while the couple slowly introduces him to their other pets.
They haven't officially decided whether he's a foster or a purrmanent family member, but his rescuer already suspects he'll be staying.
We wouldn't be surprised if Sasha starts supervising the renovations himself. After all, he'll need somewhere to put his new toys.