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Senior Cats Said Goodbye To Their Friends Years Ago. How They Find Comfort Today? Heartwarming.

People who want to adopt a pet, they typically want a puppy or a kitten. Who can resist the tiny little balls of fluff – they are cute and so cuddly! It is important to realize that older cats and dogs need homes too. An older pet can still be cute and cuddly! In Gloucestershire, UK,Complicated Cats Sanctuary is home to Dixie (shown here in black) and Veeb (the ginger fellow).

Image Credit: Complicated Cats Sanctuary

Veeb is 19-years old and has been at the sanctuary since November 2008. Dixie, 15, has lived there since December 2001. The two of them ‘found’ each other after suffering losses.

Image Credit: Complicated Cats Sanctuary

Veeb’s mother, Dizzie, passed in 2012 and Dixie’s best friend, Percy, died in 2010. Veeb and Dixie found comfort in each other’s presence and have been snuggle buddies ever since!

Image Credit: Complicated Cats Sanctuary

They groom each other and give head bunts (or head butts, which is a way of bonding or to show comfort).

Image Credit: Complicated Cats Sanctuary

Here is a nice close-up of Veeb, who doesn’t appear to miss many meals! The rescue says Veeb purrs constantly, and Dixie is shy – but very loving if you happen to sit down and let him come to you.

Image Credit: Complicated Cats Sanctuary

Sue of Complicated Cats Sanctuary has about 30 cats at the sanctuary. Some have special needs or disabilities.

Sue says Veeb and Dixie are rarely apart. The video is a glimpse into the special bond these two cats have as they exchange head butts and gently licks (over and over). Just when Dixie thinks he is done – oh, no, Veeb wants more love!


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