For two years, neighbors noticed two stray cats, a brown and an orange, staying close but wary of people. A couple left food, hoping to build trust, but the cats remained cautious.
One day, Julie, an animal rescuer, found the brown cat in poor condition with severely matted fur.
Determined to help, Julie took action to rescue the brown cat. Talking to neighbors, she found the couple feeding him and learned about his inseparable companion. Adjusting her plan, Julie resolved to save them both together.
Julie and a fellow rescuer, Micheline, safely captured both cats with the help of a humane trap and food. Denis and Louise settled them into a quiet room in their home.
“Denis and Louise secured them indoors and paid for their first veterinary care. During the vet visit, they were surprised to see how tolerant the cats were with the exam, and the tabby was calm while getting the knots on his back shaved off,” Chatons Orphelins Montreal shared.
They discovered that the brown tabby, Chambertin, had once been a house cat until he somehow escaped. When he was found, his previous family no longer wanted him.
“After enduring the streets alone for a while, he met the orange cat, Voltaire, and they quickly became friends. They followed each other everywhere.”
“They could finally sleep in a warm place and eat as much as they ever wanted.”
Determined to improve the cats’ lives, the rescuers contacted Chatons Orphelins Montreal, who welcomed them with care and support.
“They are extremely bonded and will always stick together. They take solace from each other, and it’s beautiful to see.”
With good care and nutrition, their coats have become soft and shiny. They’ve received treatment for health issues and are now in great shape.
Throughout the day, Chambertin and Voltaire greet each other affectionately with face rubs and hugs, always by each other’s side. They share a heartwarming bond, depending on one another and enjoying their peaceful new life together.
“If you look for one, the other is always nearby. When we brush one cat, his buddy sits beside him, waiting for his turn.”
Both cats have warmed up to their foster family and become fond of their new indoor life. Voltaire enjoys being cuddled and has flourished into a purr machine.
“He loves taking a nap in the sun and demands attention. He’s come out of his shell and realized humans can be kind and caring.”
“Chambertin spends long hours napping, but the moment you bring out a toy, his playful side comes out. He loves being brushed and rolls on his side, asking for more.”
“He is protective of Voltaire and does not like to be separated from him. When his best friend is at the vet’s, he’ll wait for him until he returns.”
Having survived the streets together, they now embark on new adventures in the safety and comfort of their indoor home, deeply bonded.
