Sweet Senior Kitty Seeks Forever Home

Meet Gypsy-Mae: The Resilient Feline with a Touch of Class

WESTFIELD, WI (OnFocus) – In the heart of Westfield, Wisconsin, at Feline Canine Friends, resides a cat whose journey embodies the spirit of resilience and hope. Meet Gypsy-Mae, a feline with a remarkable story of survival and strength.

Gypsy-Mae’s saga began amidst the quiet backdrop of a local property, where she was part of a colony of cats for one to two years. She appeared mysteriously, seamlessly blending in with the other felines, her origins shrouded in uncertainty. Despite her inconspicuous arrival, a keen-eyed colony caregiver noticed something amiss—a glint of metal protruding from Gypsy-Mae’s arm. Remarkably, she showed no signs of discomfort or distress.

Fortune smiled upon Gypsy-Mae when news of TNR efforts reached the ears of the colony caregiver. Determined to ensure the well-being of all the cats under their care, they reached out for assistance. Thus, Gypsy-Mae found herself in the caring hands of Feline Canine Friends, slated for spaying and return to her colony.

However, fate intervened in the operating room, revealing a startling discovery—a metal rod embedded within her arm, remnants of a previous surgery. With limited resources, the shelter staff faced a dilemma, but the compassionate expertise of Dr. Hines at Adams Marquette Veterinary Services provided a lifeline. In a single anesthesia event, Gypsy-Mae underwent a series of procedures—rod removal, spaying, and the extraction of irreparable teeth—all performed with meticulous care and compassion.

Returned to the shelter, Gypsy-Mae’s future took a different course. Recognizing her gentle demeanor and resilient spirit, it was clear she belonged in a loving home, not the life of an outdoor colony. Despite efforts on social media to find her a forever family, Gypsy-Mae remained overlooked, an unfortunate testament to the challenges faced by senior cats in need of adoption.

A recent stint at Petco saw Gypsy-Mae finding companionship with a young feline roommate, but alas, he found his forever home, leaving her once again alone.

Though unable to articulate her tale, Gypsy-Mae’s journey speaks volumes—a testament to the kindness of strangers, the resilience of spirit, and the enduring capacity for love. As she awaits her chance at a forever home, may her story inspire others to open their hearts and homes to senior animals in need, offering solace, companionship, and the promise of a brighter tomorrow.

Gypsy-Mae is vaccinated, microchipped, and free from feline leukemia, ready to embark on a new chapter of her life. For those interested in giving Gypsy-Mae the loving home she deserves, please contact the director of Feline Canine Friends, Lynn Hassett, at 608-345-8713. Adoption applications are available online at felinecaninefriends.org.

UPDATE: Gypsy-Mae has been adopted! Thanks for sharing her story!

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