When I first met Luna (formerly Tinka) she had been owner surrendered to Williamson County Animal Center, along with another cat named Ebony. Their previous owner claimed to having too many cats. Both cats were a little fearful and being caged at the shelter only made matters even worse for them. Though the other cat volunteers and myself worked at socializing the two cats, being abandoned, then caged in a building with a lot of noise and other animals can pose an extra challenge for many animals. The first set of photos were taken of Luna and Ebony in their cages at WCAC in January of 2015. Both kitties were ultra timid with me, but I took my time and fortunately managed to get these sweet portraits of the two. It was my hope they both get adopted together, to someone who would give them the love they both deserved. In May of 2015 my wish was granted and both kitties were adopted together to a great home.
Riley, a young cat lover, had been asking her parents to adopt two cats from the shelter. In May they visited the shelter to meet and Luna and Ebony. Neither cat showed well that day, but Riley being a wise soul for such a young age chalked it up to the environment and knew deep down she would be able to get the kitties to love her in time. Knowing both kitties were very timid and sometimes a little hissy, Riley was very patient and knew it would take time for the two to warm and bond with her. Six months later, which was about the point when Riley was getting discouraged, she won Luna over by singing the Queen song to “Bohemian Rhapsody” to her. Ever since then Luna has been the most loving cat and Riley feels her love and patience paid off in the end!
While I was also hoping to photograph Riley with Ebony, it unfortunately didn’t happen, as Ebony was off on a walkabout on the property that day. Though a little more solitary, Ebony also is happy and well in her home!
Here Riley is at home with her beloved Luna. It was incredible how much Luna had transformed from her shelter days where she didn’t like being handled. Now she is a confident, happy, beautiful cat! Luna even lets Riley pick her up, and hold her without fussing one bit. The love that exists between the two is clearly mutual!
PINIMAGESince adopting Luna and Ebony, Riley’s family adopted two more kittens from Williamson County Animal Center. I wasn’t able to get photos of one of the kittens (she was busy with other matters), but a did manage to get some photos of Riley with Harry. Isn’t it adorable how he would let Riley hold him like a baby! What a handsome little fella!
