Sweet Senior Cat Returns to Shelter 7 Years After Adoption 'Due to No Fault of Her Own'
Dogs and cats adopted from shelters are sometimes returned for various reasons including financial difficulties, relocation, or health issues. The transition can be traumatizing for pets who've known one home most of their lives, where it's difficult for them to adjust back to shelter living.
Sky is an 11-year-old cat who was recently brought back to NAWS Humane Society and she's waiting for a second chance at happiness.
@franflight My sweet and perfect little girl Sky broke my heart when we heard she was coming back to us. Sky is very healthy, other than being overweight and having mild arthritis in her spine. Sky is good with other chill/relaxed cats and would do best in a quiet/calm home. Sky isn't posted in our website yet, but you can submit a generic cat adoption application at nawsus.org if you are serious about making her apart of your family. I'm sending all of you SO much love, hopefully we have a happy ending for Sky soon. #adopt#adoptdontshop#cat#catsoftiktok#catadoption
come into my arms cover - kaylagc._
The TikTok from @franflight told Sky's story and why she's back at the shelter.
"Seven years ago, Sky had her happy ending," the onscreen text shared. "She's 11 now and back at the shelter due to no fault of her own. Sky's previous parent passed away."
A NAWS staff member spent some time with Sky in the hopes of getting the pretty kitty to come out of her shell, and noted the challenge of getting an older cat adopted. Yet Sky offers so much to any family willing to give her a chance.
"As a senior cat, she will be overlooked, no matter how sweet and gentle she is," the story continued. "She can be a little shy but once she trusts you, she seeks out the love she has previously known."
Sky Hopes for a Forever Home
The feline fur baby has a sweet and gentle personality, and can even be silly at times once she feels safe. Other than being a touch overweight and having minor arthritis in her spine, Sky is very healthy and good with other calm cats. She would do best in a quiet home.
"She just needs to find her person," the onscreen text explained as the staff member snuggled with Sky in her lap. The loving feline seemed to absorb every ounce of affection she was given.
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Followers flooded the comments with praise for Sky and encouragement on finding her a forever family. Sky will be on the NAWS website very soon and those interested in adopting her are advised to fill out an application.
For more information on Sky or NAWS Humane Society, visit their website.
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This story was originally published June 21, 2026 at 8:10 AM.