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Meet some of our favourite‘ Pet Pals’
Sam
Breed: Ginger Cat Age: 17 years old Sex: Male Hooman: Talyah Buske
Samuel L. Jackson is a 17-year-old ginger with the spirit of a kitten and the swagger of a seasoned hunter. He thrives on chasing strings, locking eyes with birds, and occasionally holding what feels like personal conversations with you.
Every night, after the lights go out, Sam begins his annual ritual: a stealthy game where he stalks you through the dark until you reach the bed. In that moment, he transforms into a ninja: silent, relentless, and one with the shadows.
When he decides to accept your affection, his tail shoots straight up like a lighthouse beam, wiggling to signal that pets are required immediately. And when he’ s feeling extra friendly( borderline flirty), he’ ll bury his nose in your armpits, determined to capture every last scent.
Despite his age, Sam remains strong, playful, and unstoppable.
YumYum And KoKo
Breed: Mixed farm special Age: 5 years old Sex: Female Hooman: John Torrance
YumYum and KoKo may look like they have two different fathers, but they were found together in the same litter on a farm, destined to be lifelong companions. From the way they wrestle and bicker, you’ d never guess that beneath the chaos lies a deep bond. Every so often, they’ ll surprise you by curling up together, grooming one another.
When they’ re not busy terrorising each other, they’ re out chasing birds, stalking lizards, or plotting their next adventure. And once the household gremlin( sorry, toddler) has finally gone to bed, they transform into affectionate couch snugglers, soaking up love from their parents.
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