Bonded cats lived under the porch all their lives. Then, a home changed how they viewed the world.
Elaine Sylvester
Elaine started getting Ivy and Scarlett used to being around people by sitting calmly and blinking slowly at them. One night, Ivy blinked back at her.
She also gave them treats to show she was friendly and hoped they would trust her. After a month of spending time with them every day, both cats finally felt comfortable enough to eat while Elaine was there.
Ivy Elaine Sylvester
Eventually, Ivy and Scarlett got comfortable enough to sit on Elaine’s lap and enjoy pets while they ate treats. As they got used to being touched, they started to like it and didn’t hide anymore.
It took Ivy 7.5 months to start purring and almost 11 months to feel brave enough to look out the window. “She’s made such progress. Every time she purrs, it’s special.”
They have a really strong connection. Elaine Sylvester
“Scarlett is curious and loves to see what’s going on. She’ll rub against your legs to show she likes you and always enjoys getting chin scratches. When you scratch under her ear, she purrs a lot and makes biscuits with her paws.
“Ivy is more independent. She likes sitting on her cat tree and watching the world outside. When you pet her, you’ll think she’s the softest cat ever.”
Elaine Sylvester
They have a very special bond, exchanging head bumps daily and taking comfort from each other.
“Scarlett was gone for a teeth cleaning. Ivy came right up to her when she came home from the vet. It was obvious Ivy missed Scarlett. The same thing happened in reverse when Ivy went to the vet and was gone for a few hours.”
They take comfort from each otherElaine Sylvester
While Ivy finds contentment gazing out the window, Scarlett burrows under the quilt nearby, practicing her invisibility. They have been in foster care for two years and are ready to embark on their new journey with a forever family.
Ivy enjoys her daily feline entertainmentElaine Sylvester
“They’d love a quiet home. It takes time to earn their trust, but once you do, they will love you forever, coming over for your pets and rubbing up against you.”
Elaine Sylvester
“The small quiet moments in life become that much more special when they lean in with head rubs and purrs as their way to tell you they love you.”
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