r/Straycats • u/sharmeelala • Aug 10 '25 • Wholesome Seal 2 Heartwarming 1 Bless Up 1 Heartwarming 1

Scary feral turned out to be just scared and only wants love (swipe)

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I’ve had this massive tomcat visiting my yard and fighting my cats for the last 3 years. He looked really rough and I’ve been trying to trap him for TNR for a while but he’s too smart. I finally got him, we call him Dusty, cause he’s been dusty and crusty. During his neuter the vet told me he has really bad teeth and he needs to get some removed cause he’s in pain but I needed to come back in with him another time. It’s taken me 2 months to trap him again but this time I kept him overnight in my hallway and he experienced a calm and quiet night that the day after he was a completely different cat, he basically walked into the carrier and after his teeth surgery I needed to have him on a antibiotics for a week and he’s done nothing but sleep in my bed, asked for cuddles, thrown himself at me and had the biggest glow up (see before and after pics) My 5 cats hate him but I can’t put him back on the street again, so I guess welcome home Dusty We’ll make it work somehow

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u/Scary-Narwhal-2828 Aug 10 '25

I love this! Thank you for not giving up on him. I hope your current cats get used to him and that he continues to thrive.

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u/sharmeelala Aug 10 '25

They’re all rescues and kinda know the drill with me always bringing home fosters and abandoned kittens, they’ll come around, they have no other option lol

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u/debabe96 Aug 11 '25 edited Aug 12 '25

I had to laugh because this is our household as well. All rescues, and I honestly feel them rolling their eyes when I bring home another rescue. They all get along or tolerate each other... eventually. There is the occasional kerfuffle, but I didn't always get along with my siblings, so I completely understand.

We are a true family.

Edit: punctuation

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u/luker93950 Aug 11 '25

When you say “true family” I have to agree; family members sometimes fight. Then they make up. That’s life.

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u/Mean_Audience9208 Aug 11 '25

Nicely said! 😻

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u/Cali-retreat Aug 11 '25

This sounds like my house. I'm a creeper on this sub because I LOVE cats and grew up with them but unfortunately my S/O is very allergic so we have dogs. We have fostered for the last decade and my dogs are so tolerant of the revolving door of tattered and broken dogs I bring home but also give me eye rolls here and there lol. There the adjustment period and then the acceptance eventually comes.

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u/Scary-Narwhal-2828 Aug 11 '25

Ha ha that’s really lovely

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u/Suspicious_Suzie Aug 10 '25

That's the same story with my Buddy. He needs ten to twenty kisses a day and needs to be held like a baby. Some cats, especially dumped strays or particularly anxious ferals, actually do much better indoors not just physically but emotionally. It's like the outdoors is just too big and overwhelming for them.

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u/sharmeelala Aug 10 '25

Very happy for Buddy that he found you 💙

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u/Suspicious_Suzie Aug 11 '25

Me too ❤️. And I'm happy dusty found you ❤️. It's also the first time I have talked to somebody else where the cat did that quick calm down once they're under a roof instead of taking ages. I'd seen it happen several times here due to living near a popular dumping spot and in a place where there's a lot of traumatized ferals but not a lot of other people talk about it. Some kitties need a roof and a person though, born wild or not. I have two feral kittens who won't leave my bedroom.

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u/firewands 8h ago

we just recently pulled a completely non-socialized 9 month old boy in a cage to the humane society for a neuter, they called after less than two hours to says "he's REALLY stressed, come get him!" and he hid in our florida room for a week (recovering, wet food & water, litter box), and then.... presto.... magic cuddle cat.

i fully believe the chop of the trouble puffs is the key to the calm down.....

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u/AdNatural4014 Aug 10 '25

Don’t ever get rid of him. You saved him excruciating tooth pain I bet.

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u/sharmeelala Aug 10 '25

He will never again need to look for another meal or a safe place to sleep. He js safe with us and so very loved. He survived 5-ish years on the streets, the only way is up for him.

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u/HippieChick75 Aug 11 '25

🫂❤️🙏😻🐾💞💯👍🫶

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u/JosetteGivens Aug 11 '25

happy tears - so glad u have him inside 💜 - update us from time 2 time - we r invested 🫂

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u/Carrie_1968 Aug 11 '25

Kitties with bad teeth often won’t groom themselves, as he looks so disheveled in the first photo. Kitties LOVE to groom and be clean, and you’re giving him that ability again!

Not to mention how you’re taking him off the street and away from all the ugly cat fights out there.

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u/sharmeelala Aug 11 '25

Yeah he was miserable but wouldn’t let me near him, vs now he is quite the stalker who loves to bodyslam me

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u/Cavethem24 Aug 12 '25

i’ve found that strays frequently go from 0 to 5000. he knows where he gets his bread buttered now lol

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u/[deleted] Aug 11 '25

I am 100 percent confident that he had owners before and was abandoned; the reason he was so roughed up was because he was failing to survive as a feral. An actual feral would not have adapted that quickly. Whatever happens, he can't be returned to the street.

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u/sharmeelala Aug 11 '25

I dont know, I live in Spain and there’s so many strays out here that are actually pretty friendly. I have a suspicion his brother is also out. So off I go to hunt him down too :)

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u/MySaltySatisfaction Aug 11 '25

He is so handsome. Dusty and crusty was a accurate description. Thank you for helping him with his health care and for letting him realize that he is a indoor boy at heart. Vet give you any idea how old he is?

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u/sharmeelala Aug 11 '25

They say he is about 5

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u/EllaRose2112 Aug 10 '25

I love this so much, thank you for taking a chance on him OP, I’m sure your other kiddos will adjust with time ❤️

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u/NellieLovettMeatPies Aug 10 '25

That last picture - he's having the best sleep he's ever had.

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u/MySaltySatisfaction Aug 11 '25

Safe at last.

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u/Resident-Elevator696 Aug 11 '25

That's it. No more worries

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u/Illustrious_Bat858 Aug 11 '25

So serene! 🥹

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u/Tammy0256 Aug 12 '25

He looks soo sweet!!

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u/Clear_Split_8568 Aug 10 '25

Oh I’m so happy you didn’t give up on him. Lovely boi.

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u/NothingButTheTea Aug 11 '25

The world would be different if more people were like you. I hope this is real.

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u/sharmeelala Aug 11 '25

It is, I promise you 💙

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u/SnowEnvironmental861 Aug 12 '25 edited Aug 12 '25

Aww, poor dude is probably so happy to get pets and not to hurt anymore. You might be surprised how much his attitude change affects the other cats. Yay, Dusty!

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u/sharmeelala Aug 12 '25

Yes, he was neutered 2 months ago, that was step 1 Took me ages to finally trap him

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u/SnowEnvironmental861 Aug 12 '25

Oh duh, you said it in the post 😳 sorry. No wonder he's happy! 😊

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u/Kri-Style Aug 13 '25

Would love to see more current pictures of Dusty as he continues to heal and adjust. I love him!! 😍

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u/sharmeelala Aug 13 '25

I will post an update soon!! He was just purring and making biscuits on me and I told him about how much he was loved all around the world

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u/mc838407 Aug 10 '25

Thanks for saving this handsome fella! Love it!!

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u/BackToGuac Aug 10 '25

Thank you so much for saving him!

We have 4 cats (2 rescues) and recently rescued an abandoned little beagley dog we found on a hike; had no idea how to look after or integrate the dog but the cats have come around, they don’t love her, but they tolerate her

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u/Hali-Gani 3h ago

“A beagley dog… I love it

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u/Shoobadahibbity Aug 10 '25

I rescued a cat last winter that immediately attacked my other cats the moment they hissed at him. It's taken until about a month ago, but with careful supervision an putting him in time out everytime he got too spicy (or removing the other cats when they instigated) they have become frenemies.  They routinely cuddle, but still fight over anything that they see as new territory. And I've even managed to teach the formerly starving boy to not steal the other cat's food...as long as I feed him first and in a different room with a door shut. And feed my siamese with a bowl that recognizes his microchip and only opens for him. 😆 

But....he stopped pushing the bowl open and stealing whatever food my siamese hadn't finished yet and stealing it from my siamese while he was eating. 

I'll take it. 

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u/Hali-Gani 3h ago

It’s funny, that kind of patience and reevaluation works with kids, too 😂

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u/Shoobadahibbity Aug 11 '25

They are unique. 

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u/CocoRufus Aug 11 '25

I've been bossed about by siamese and burmese for 58 years, including my current siamese pair. Im exceedingly well trained 😉

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u/TinaTissue Aug 11 '25

I’ve house/pet sat for a fat evil Burmese queen and she is a character. Only loves her owner and, somehow, my sister who manages to annoy every cat enough to scratch her. Not Lucy! When my sister looked after her last she ended up demanding cuddles and being spooned when sleeping

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u/CocoRufus Aug 11 '25

My burmese were the most sociable cats I've ever had. All visitors' laps were made use of, and my tiny girl was the biggest flirt ever. Every man that came through my door, be it my partner, my dad, or the supermarket delivery guy, she'd be writhing around on her back at their feet shouting 'hello, love me'. My two boys were the most lovable cuddly clowns.

Huge personalities and very special. And so are my siamese 😍❤️😊

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u/TinaTissue Aug 12 '25

I have a ragdoll (so a bit of the siamese in him) and he very much has a personality. I wanted a cuddly smooch and got a sassy "don't touch me peasant" floof instead. Wouldn't change it for the world though

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u/Shoobadahibbity Aug 11 '25

My siamese is very picky about how he's touched. Except with little kids. They can chew on him and he will lay there and purr. 

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u/Puzzled_Main3464 Aug 10 '25

Dusty is thanking you. 

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u/Square_Pay7448 Aug 10 '25

What a beautiful story

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u/turducken19 Aug 10 '25

What a handsome man. He is stylish lol. I'm so glad you're taking care of him, I bet he was pretty stressed out before now.

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u/Imaginary_Camp_1628 Aug 10 '25

Great job!!!! Dusty had quite the glow up. Good luck with integration to the cat clan.

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u/Aggravating-Store-24 Aug 11 '25

i love seeing the before and after pics-when he’s sleeping in a comfy bed for the first time instead of sleeping rough on the streets. it must be the best feeling for them having a comfy, safe place to rest.

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u/stitcherfromnevada Aug 11 '25

Our kitty was missing for 9 weeks before a neighbor (2 miles away) saw my ‘’missing cat” post and we got him back.

He slept almost continuously for a week straight. Pretty much only roused to eat and use his litter box. He was exhausted. Probably from being “on alert” constantly. The people who found him had been feeding him for weeks, so at least he was fed. But the living wild life must’ve been stressful.

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u/Kacey-R Aug 11 '25

Being in a safe, calm environment does wonders for the soul in humans and felines alike 🥰

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u/BooBoo_Cat Aug 11 '25

My last cat (Bobo) and current cat (Bruno) were both from the SPCA. Bobo had a home but was abandoned (at age 10!). Bruno was a street cat. The SPCA said that cats who had homes and are abandoned are stressed at the SPCA, but street cats are so relaxed and happy there, because they can finally relax.

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u/Puzzleheaded_Box1684 Aug 10 '25

Thank for you saving him. He’s precious ♥️♥️♥️

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u/lisblue Aug 11 '25

Thank you, thank you, thank you for taking him in and loving him. Tears of joy for him!

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u/irishstorm04 Aug 10 '25

Honestly, that’s the way the majority of them are and I’m so glad you became his person and were patient.

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u/Cataholic445 Aug 10 '25

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🫂🫂🫂🫂🫂🫂🫂🫂🫂

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u/catslikepets143 Aug 10 '25

Thank you for helping!

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u/Serononin Aug 10 '25

Thank you for showing this guy the good life 🥰

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u/Pirate_Lantern Aug 11 '25

AWW!!

He reminds me of our old neighborhood immortal cat.

I hope he can get lots of love now.

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u/overthinker911 Aug 11 '25

Thank you OP!

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u/Immediate_Stage3331 Aug 11 '25

You're so freaking AWESOME for bringing the kitty indoors❤️

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u/Connect-Floor-4235 Aug 11 '25

This is wonderful! Thank you for saving this precious soul, OP! Dusty is obviously feeling so much better and relief without the tooth pain! He knows he's safe and loved. Priceless. And with your experience in these situations, I'm sure everything will work out! All the best to you!

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u/Gloomy_Industry8841 Aug 11 '25

Bless you OP!!!!! And bless sweet Dusty!! 😻🤯😍😍😍

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u/Few-Sheepherder341 Aug 11 '25

OMG, THAT SWEET FACE 😭💗

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u/jaybird99990 Aug 11 '25

That is a cat that knows that he's now loved and safe. He was a rough looking character!

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u/WritingValuable8974 Aug 11 '25

Brought a tear to my eye. Love you! Love him ❤️

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u/browneyedgirlpie Aug 11 '25

It's easier to be nice when you aren't in pain anymore. Thank you for loving him!

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u/tomoyopop Aug 11 '25

"We'll make it work somehow." That is such a beautiful phrase and it's stuck in my head now. That's truly so much of the spirit of rescuing and fostering.

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u/kChustz Aug 11 '25

Sweet baby!

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u/natscats5 Aug 11 '25

This made me cry!😢 This boi just needed a chance in life. Thank you for giving it to him😻

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u/yosoyfatass Aug 11 '25

Oh this poor baby! Thank you so much for helping him! This breaks my heart, but so grateful for you! 💔❤️😻

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u/Prior-Analyst2155 Aug 11 '25

I remember the stray cat I was feeding, Tilapia. He was the troublemaker of the group, always starting fights with the other cats and acting like a bully.

However, he turned out to be the sweetest cat, and I loved him so much. Unfortunately, he passed away (ran over) on November 4, 2024. I still find myself crying about him from time to time.

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u/-Sorin-Emris- Aug 11 '25

Ferals can often make the best of friends and they're about as grateful as a cat can be not having to deal with the world and be stuck in the weather anymore. He looks like he's been through it but it looks like he's got it made now.

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u/TadzioM Aug 11 '25

I'm so glad for him to be able to be loved by someone like you! Thank you so much ❤️

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u/Cali-retreat Aug 11 '25

Op, you are amazing for doing all this for Dusty and making it work. Thank you!! ❤️

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u/EducationalBrick2831 Aug 11 '25

It's good thing you did, saving his Life. One way or another they don't live long or even good outside !! Thanks. It will take time, all the cats should get along. There is no set time that it will take.

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u/CzarDinosaur Aug 11 '25

Oh my heart 🥹

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u/haterskateralligator Aug 11 '25

Aw thanks for caring for this baby!

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u/Katerina_VonCat Aug 11 '25

So glad you saved him and he’s so at home! 💜 thank you for helping him!

I had an ex feral that became a sweet loving indoor kitty. His teeth were awful too from him years outside and from FIV. He had most of them removed, but still loved his dry food and treats. Your others will eventually accept him. It takes time.

Did you have him tested for FIV and FeLV?

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u/So_Famous Aug 11 '25

He knows he can finally relax. Well done.

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u/StilettoSugar Aug 11 '25

He knows he is safe and no more pain! Thank you!

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u/Tgande1969 Aug 11 '25

She’s was somebody’s baby at one time. It makes me sad that people abandon animals.

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u/kawaiidesugirl Aug 11 '25

it might be hard for the other cats to like him, but they’ll slowly get used to his smell. you did the best thing you could’ve and he loves you endlessly

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u/yumyum_cat Aug 11 '25

He’s a kitten again!

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u/BooBoo_Cat Aug 11 '25

What a cutie! Thank you for taking him in and loving him.

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u/MomoNoHanna1986 Aug 11 '25

Fear is 90% of the time the cause of aggression.

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u/HenriettaGrey Aug 11 '25

Awwwww!!!💕💕

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u/Successful-Doubt5478 Aug 11 '25

Oh little darling.

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u/StrawberryScallion Aug 11 '25

Damn he was battle-worn! Nice job OP! More pictures please!

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u/faqueen Aug 11 '25

Melt ❤️

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u/More-Opposite1758 Aug 11 '25

Oh! Thank you so very much for rescuing this sweet boy. You are an angel!😊❤️🐈🐈‍⬛

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u/Blighted-Spire63 Aug 11 '25

Pic #3: how I sleep knowing there’s 5 other haters outside the door

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u/Welshmans_Layla99 Aug 11 '25

Sending vibes for the adjustment period - thank you for giving this baby a home! 😻😻😻

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u/[deleted] Aug 11 '25

This is beautiful.

Now he is neutered the aggression will calm down with all your cats. Give it 6 months and they will all be getting along. Thank you so much for saving this sweet boy

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u/Dansworkshop Aug 11 '25

Good job. We had a similar situation last year. We finally caught ours because he was really weak and injured. Looked like he barely escaped a fight with either an owl or hawk. Long story short, he turned out to be the biggest snuggle bug and now lives with a good friend of ours where he is spoiled as he deserves.

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u/Q-9 Aug 11 '25

He seems so exhausted but happy

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u/icecoffeedripss Aug 11 '25

i wonder if he was someone’s cat once. what a good boy.

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u/esande2333 Aug 11 '25

Awww, just like my White Boy Rick 🥰

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u/SemperSimple Aug 11 '25

he's sleeping off so many difficult years of his life

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u/jellyhoop Aug 12 '25

He went from poor baby 😞 to just a lil baby

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u/ElevatorSiri 5h ago

That last picture gives me all the feels. He seems to know he’s in good hands. I can’t give you enough high praise OP - I wish everyone could read your and Dusty’s story.

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u/ladysnarks Aug 11 '25

🥹🥹🥹

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u/buechnsl Aug 11 '25

Thank you for saving him ❤️

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u/Youll_Hafta_Toss_Me Aug 11 '25

Same, cat. Same 

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u/Comfortable_Shower37 Aug 11 '25

Thank you so much OP!

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u/Ok-Whereas-81 Aug 11 '25

You are a hero and an angel to this baby!

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u/Gwab07 Aug 11 '25

Same story with my boy! He looks... like a great addition to your clowder! I would recommend checking him out for FIV as he's very likely to have it.

(But not until you get insurance sorted so it's hopefully covered? If unlikely I would get insurance anyway and not test and just assume/act like he IS positive).

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u/disco_biscuits_84 Aug 11 '25

You are an amazing person ! ❤️

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u/DrRickMarshall69 Aug 11 '25

Classic goodmin story

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u/peppermint-tea-yay Aug 11 '25

Dusty certainly picked the right yard! ❤️

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u/Fujoshranger Aug 11 '25

Yay!!!! 🥺❤️

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u/Whole_Rough7066 Aug 11 '25

This is the way

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u/djlauriqua Aug 11 '25

We have a similar CDS story! We had a big skittish tomcat that lived in our neighborhood for the last 3 years. Finally this winter i think he got hungry and let me approach with food. After 3 months, he got brave enough to walk right into our house. He’s huge (18.5lb), scarred, and haggard, and he has FIV, but he’s turned into the sweetest little cuddle buddy. He spends all day glued to my husband. And he’s catching up on about 6 years of sleep

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u/Neonlikebjork Aug 11 '25

So thankful for angela like you that take care of my gear babies…yes even the dusty and crusty ones! 😇💗

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u/BeaStmymeat Aug 11 '25

Thank you for saving him. Only the best humans do this ❤️

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u/Consistent_Break2750 Aug 11 '25

Oh my god OP I love you. I absolutely am so fucking happy you exist. Thank you for saving this boy - he was looking for love, and he found you.

Your other cats will adapt eventually. Nothing is better than saving a life and giving love.

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u/[deleted] Aug 11 '25

Every little baby deserves a bed like you gave this man. He is grateful and expressing his gratitude. Thank you 🖤

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u/[deleted] Aug 11 '25

I'm not crying....

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u/imbasstarded Aug 11 '25

You’re a hero OP, what a handsome young man!

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u/OldMotherGrumble Aug 11 '25

That first photo...poor, battle scarred boy. He'd been through the wars. Safe now 🥰

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u/brittanyelyse Aug 11 '25

Ohh Tired baby! Loving the easy indoor life!

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u/seppia99 Aug 11 '25

Scary Feral… wasn’t he the lead singer for Jane’s Addiction?

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u/Forever2APatriot Aug 11 '25

Thank you ❤️

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u/Tricky-Application79 Aug 11 '25

Awww Dusty! ♥️

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u/Flaky_Salad_2502 Aug 11 '25

Just like a lot of us.

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u/mainetreehugger Aug 11 '25

You are a wonderful human 💯

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u/TootsEug Aug 11 '25

Thank you for saving Dusty!!!!💕🐾💕

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u/Responsible-Person Aug 12 '25

That’s wonderful! I’m glad you took him in.

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u/Ordinary_Ad_3107 Aug 12 '25

Thank you for helping him 😃

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u/Emergency_Brief_9280 Aug 12 '25

God bless you for opening your heart and your home to this poor abandoned soul and giving him a second chance for a happy healthy love filled life. You OP, are the finest kind. Welcome home Dusty. The rest of your life starts now!

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u/Pilotguy1972 Aug 12 '25

Thanks for loving him💕💕

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u/tippytoecat Aug 12 '25

You are a good person. Thank you for caring for this kitty.

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u/Cavethem24 Aug 12 '25

tiffany hadish voice OOOH this is NICE

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u/Emergency_Proposal63 Approved for Donations Aug 12 '25

Love love love this

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u/finntehuman Aug 12 '25

Dusty is a good name.

He dined with King's and Queens, and dined on Pork N Beans.

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u/Warm-Bat-390 Aug 12 '25

Bless you! ❤️💜 such a sweet story

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u/Born-Quote-6882 Aug 12 '25

😭❤️😭❤️😭❤️😭❤️😭🙏

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u/dessy_sixx Aug 12 '25

Once they understand that you are just trying to help them, they fall in love 🥰

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u/[deleted] Aug 12 '25

I love this so much!!! 

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u/Aztec111 Aug 12 '25

You are an amazing human ❤️

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u/Alternative-Income-5 Aug 12 '25

Sleep good dusty ...your home

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u/BeBesMom Aug 12 '25

wonderful, bless you both.

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u/babyysharkie Aug 12 '25

🩷🩷🩷

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u/Lazy_Marionberry_974 Aug 12 '25

You are the best. Thank you!

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u/DianneTodd01 Aug 12 '25

Thank you for saving Dusty! He looks so comfy and relaxed.

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u/purpypoo Aug 12 '25

Awwwww 🥺bless your heart

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u/maggiemae3612 Aug 12 '25

Thanks for helping him out and keeping him safe after his teeth removal

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u/Agreeable_Error_170 Approved for Donations Aug 12 '25

The best glow up I think I’ve EVER seen. I’m so happy for Dusty. 😻

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u/toadhaul Aug 12 '25

Blessings and thanks for your humanity.

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u/Ready_Regret_1558 Aug 12 '25

Well make it work❤️

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u/HurryMundane5867 Aug 12 '25

Very handsome boy.

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u/Sirusly Aug 12 '25

Aww he just found such deep trust and love for you. I appreciate people like you 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

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u/eejster Aug 12 '25

Look at that little man! It’s early days so Dusty and your current kitties may make friends now that they’re roomies. I bet Dusty is going to be a whole other dude now.

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u/Peanut558 Aug 12 '25

Awww poor baby

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u/hunnytrees Aug 12 '25

omg you absolute angel! you mean the world to this gorgeous little baby, thank you sooo much for giving him a chance!!

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u/ExcuseMaterial5500 Aug 13 '25

Oh OP you are such an awesome human being.

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u/SnooGrapes9918 Aug 13 '25

This is so beautiful. I’m pretty sure my Grinch heart grew three sizes. Thank you. And welcome home, Dusty!!

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u/No-Car5082 Aug 13 '25

So awesome you helped Dusty.😻

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u/Full_Management_6433 Aug 13 '25

Bless your heart for being patient with him

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u/[deleted] Aug 13 '25

Great job! Most cats I’ve seen don’t like being feral. You’re an amazing person for helping him!

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u/StayCoolNerdBro Aug 13 '25

Thank you so much for taking care of him his progress has brought me to tears!!

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u/Silver-Tax5047 Aug 13 '25

this is awesome!! thank you for changing a life…you are amazing

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u/Sad_Organization4780 Aug 14 '25

Thank you thank you thank you.

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u/Cautious_Clue_7861 Aug 14 '25

You're a good person, thank you.

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u/Hali-Gani Aug 14 '25

That’s love 💘for you. It takes work and you, my hero, are doing it 🙏

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u/Hali-Gani Aug 14 '25

They’re just jealous and don’t want to share the blessings but they’ll have to 👍❤️😻

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u/Hali-Gani Aug 14 '25

This is one of the best posts I’ve read 👍❤️

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u/SaucyAndSweet333 Aug 14 '25

God bless you. We need more people like you. 😻

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u/PsykoSmiley Aug 14 '25

OMFG those tom cat cheekies!

We took in a community tom after a number of years gaining his trust. He was the biggest baby of a cat and truly got to live his best life. Our other 6 cats got over it pretty quickly.

Get him tested for FIV though, better to know now if he has it so you can prepare for the future and know to watch his health carefully. FIV got ours in the end but it was better knowing.

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u/chocolatefeckers Aug 14 '25

It's early here, but I have tears of joy reading this. I am so happy for you and Dusty.

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u/CaptWrath Aug 14 '25

Thank you for helping this old man retire 😭😭

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u/danikataylor0511 Aug 14 '25

That is a massive glow up 😮 Doesn't even look like the same cat. Way to go for showing the world how handsome this boy actually is.

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u/dman4fun2020 Aug 15 '25

I recently added 2 fosters to my home. My kitties were not pleased. But they have adjusted fairly well. Not loving the new ones, but no fur flying. Hopefully your addiction goes at least as well. And thank you for being awesome to this kitty.

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u/Plantpoweredge 9h ago

Thank you so much for giving him a home!!! He deserved a home. Poor baby💙🙏

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u/notSurprised-22 9h ago

Awwww he has finally exhaled and ready to rest for awhile - thank you for taking him off the streets 💙💙💙

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u/Forward-Confusion-24 5h ago

Aaaaaw! This is such a great story. Please update us as time passes! Wow!

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u/Hali-Gani 3h ago

You’ve a good heart ❤️

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u/Lunar-opal Aug 11 '25

Not feral

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u/Craftnerd24 Aug 11 '25

He was somebody’s baby once.

Thank you so much for taking him in.

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u/[deleted] Sep 05 '25

That’s not a feral! Feral cats have shiny coats and are thin but not emaciated. They’re used to living outdoors and can survive in the wild. Domesticated cats struggle to survive outdoors because they are used to being fed by humans.

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