Hi everyone. I recently fostered a beautiful tuxedo cat who almost got put down at the animal shelter as she was labelled as “undesirable”. She was terrified and shut down in that environment, and is FIV+, but I thought she deserved a second chance. 

She was found on the streets and later gave birth to four adorable kittens in October 2024. She was a protective and devoted mother, ensuring her little ones thrived. Now that her kittens have all been adopted, it’s her turn to find a family who will cherish her.

When I first brought her home, she was so confused and scared that it took 2.5 days before she felt safe enough to eat, drink, or use the litter box. But once she realised she was in a safe place, her bright and bubbly personality emerged. She loves meowing for attention, following me around, and sitting next to or on me, always wanting to stay close. She also adores carrying toy mice and balls in her mouth, tossing them around, and entertaining herself, but she especially loves interactive play. She is a very loving cat, and enjoys licking/grooming her humans.

Mama Saturn gives the best headbutts, makes biscuits on my lap, and watches everything I do with big, curious eyes. She likes it when I do housework. She is great with dogs and children (given they are gentle and respectful).

I recently found out that she is FIV positive, but that doesn’t change a thing. FIV+ cats can live long, healthy, and happy lives just like any other cat. The only difference is that she should be kept indoors for her safety and have vet checkups—things any responsible cat owner would do anyway.

Due to some life changes, I will have to take a break from fostering after Mama Saturn, and I truly hope she finds the loving home she deserves. She is so much more than a label—she is loving, playful, and full of personality.

If you’re looking for a special cat to share your life with, please reach out to arrange a meet-and-greet with Mama Saturn. She deserves a second chance at happiness.

Thanks for reading, I hope someone amazing will reach out to me and Mama Saturn ☺️.

To know more about Mama Saturn, see https://www.instagram.com/melbournepawsfoster

For adoption, please see: https://www.petrescue.com.au/listings/1079069

Looking for an amazing human to give this ‘undesirable’ kitty the love she deserves