Mature moggie Joe was the perfect tonic to combat loneliness when Sussex woman Amy Newark went through a lockdown separation.
Amy, 37, a compliance officer from East Grinstead, has found 15-year-old Joe’s companionship invaluable for her wellbeing during recent issues.
She said:
“I’ve had a challenging few years, but Joe has been my light in the dark. He is my amazing old boy who has helped me through personal challenges, which at times made me feel immensely lonely.
“My marriage broke down during Covid and, although I am completely fine now, it took a while to pick myself up and get back to being happy and also getting used to living on my own.
"Having Joe around really gave me a focus, and I genuinely believed that he saved me.
“Joe has been my shadow and has been there for me when I was feeling down or overwhelmed with the situation. He has a chilled personality but can be cheeky at times, and that is exactly what I needed."
Amy adopted Joe in 2014 after he was advertised as one of the most overlooked felines at her local Cats Protection.
On average, older cats in the charity’s care wait three times longer to find homes than their younger counterparts, despite having great qualities that make them the perfect pet for some.
Cats Protection champions senior cats with its annual Mature Moggies Day (June 16), when the charity highlights the benefits and shares myth-busting advice and support for anyone considering adopting an older cat.
Cats Protection has produced a guide on how to care for elderly cats like Joe, including behaviour to look out for, recommended diets and how to ensure they’re comfortable at home.
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