Open Letter To A Feral Cat Shows That A Little Love Goes A Long Way
An open letter to a once-feral cat is getting attention for all the right reasons. It starts with a rough rescue, a long stretch of patience, and a pet who still has plenty of attitude left.
Audrey was found half dead and fully feral, but over time she became part of the family in her own stubborn way. The letter captures that slow shift from fear to trust, along with the funny little habits that made the bond feel real.
By the end, it is clear this cat never stopped being herself, and that is exactly what makes the story stick.
The open letter addressed to a once-feral cat serves as a poignant reminder of the transformative power of love and connection. In a world where an estimated seventy million stray cats roam the streets, this heartfelt message illustrates how affection can lead to remarkable changes, not just for animals but for humans as well. The act of extending empathy towards a creature once deemed a nuisance speaks volumes about the potential for deeper bonds. This sentiment aligns with the understanding that vulnerability fosters innovation and change. By embracing the idea that even small gestures of compassion can create significant impacts, we open ourselves up to a richer relationship with not only our pets but also the community around us. As we reflect on the plight of stray cats, this letter encourages us to consider how a little love can go a long way in healing and connection.
Read the letter below
"Audrey, when we found you, you were half dead and 100% feral. I’m glad you grew out of attacking everyone; it only took four years. I’m glad you’ve learned to allow the occasional family friend to pet your head... only the head—anywhere else, and you bite, and that took eight years. I’ve accepted that you don’t really like humans and are happy just doing your own thing. But can I tell you a secret? I know you come into my room at night and snuggle with me. You’re not exactly sly. First of all, you weigh about 20 pounds. You’re a fat cat, so I can feel when you walk all over me. Also, girl, you purr like a freight train when you’re happy, and you tend to drool on my face when you stare at me. You always come in once you think I’m asleep and bail when I start to wake up. You’re not as sly as you think you are, but that’s okay. I love you very much, and it makes me so happy that you show me love in your own special way."
A picture of the magnificent creature was demanded
The OG poster complied! Meet Audrey!
The story resonated with a lot of users.
pbtaverna:
"That’s very sweet. 💕 Thanks for loving her; most people don’t care about animals who do that. She’s very lucky to have you. 🥰"
skeletoorr:
"Thank you. I love her very much. I woke up this morning to her staring at me, and the minute I opened my eyes, she chirped and ran away. Which is really funny because she has a saggy belly, and it’s the funniest thing watching her run."
Like the street-to-snuggles glow-up in 30 inspiring rescue cat transformations, from feral to loving home.
Some users were a little confused...
katobabee:
"Amazing and wholesome. My grandma has a rescued cat (Sadie) that was very unfriendly towards everyone except for her. Sadie would hiss at anyone who even glanced at her at first, but after some time, she got to where you could pet her, and she would enjoy it until she realized you were touching her. One day when I was little, I was taking a nap on the couch with Sadie’s favorite feather comforter, and I woke up to find her loafed up neatly on top of my legs. I was terrified at first, but now it’s a happy warm memory for me. It always warms my heart to see people rehabilitating and nurturing “hard” animals. 💖 Thanks, OP, for reminding me."
And others reflected on their own experiences
Sdbtank96:
"Can I just congratulate you on your paragraph structure? I don't know why, but I really like how you waited until later to reveal that you were talking about your cat. It felt so organic and refreshing to me."
Skeletoorr (OP):
"Wait, seriously? Thank you! I’ve wanted to go back and edit it, but it’s how I felt in the moment. Thank you. I really take that compliment to heart."
It's incredibly rewarding when a "hard" animal decides to love you
HopelessRoomful:
"For the first few sentences, I thought this was about a feral child."
beloncia:
"I thought it was a thief and then a ghost (??????)."
agsut:
"At first, I thought it was a crazy ex sneaking into their house."
It was a very well-written post
percythepenguin:
"I started reading this as a horror story."
Skeletoorr:
"A good storyteller knows how to draw an audience in."
This is so sad
Used2BPromQueen:
"I too rescued a feral cat. A litter of kittens had been found by carnival workers and handed out that night as carnival prizes to game winners. The people who won the kitten that came to be mine were abusing him for fun. I kidnapped him (or is it catnapped?) and brought him home. He was awful for the first few years. He was so sadistic that we named him Diablo. He would attack our legs as we walked around the house, hiss at and attack our guests, and creepily stalk us while we were just trying to watch TV. I still have a couple of scars here and there from his most vicious attacks.
He was with me for twelve years before he passed away from cancer. He slept across my legs every single night of those years. He greeted me at the door every day when I came home. He would never be in a room I wasn't in and followed me everywhere I went in the house. He loved me... and my God, do I love and miss him."
It just goes to show that putting in the effort to tame a stray cat can have beautiful results
Cat love > dog love
valexanie:
"The unconditional love of a dog is great, but there's a lot to be said for the conditional love of a cat. You earned that."
Wait until you read how Toup, after a 10-year friendship, finally chose to move indoors.
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