Thank you, Whiskey
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Nathan and Whiskey’s special story
When her previous owners moved from Australia to the UK, Whiskey the cat was left deeply unsettled by the long and difficult journey. She became so withdrawn and distressed that her owners felt they had no choice but to rehome her through the rescue charity Cats Protection. How fortunate she was to find a loving, permanent home with Nathan and his girlfriend, Sophie.
Little did Whiskey know, it would be her new humans who felt like the lucky ones. Having a friendly, furry presence around the house—and especially in the home office—helped soften the edges of an otherwise dull and sometimes isolating lockdown period. If there was one silver lining to working from home during the pandemic, it was having Whiskey nearby: a quiet companion, a source of comfort, and a gentle reminder of life’s simple joys.
Working from home with a cat: Nathan and Whiskey’s experience
“Whiskey is a rescue from Cats Protection who came into our lives in February — perfect timing, really!
“She grew up in Australia and didn’t enjoy the commute when her owners moved to the UK. Unfortunately, this meant she began to resent them — and they made the difficult decision to give her up. But she’s settled in beautifully with us and has become the best lockdown companion anyone could ask for.”
From her playful antics to her warm, reassuring cuddles, Whiskey is just one of countless pets around the world lifting spirits during challenging times. In fact, we owe pets like Whiskey so much — which is why FurPetVo is dedicating the next few months to saying a heartfelt “thank you” to all the animals who bring light, love, and laughter into our lives.
Thank you, pets
While we shower them with love, keep them safe, and treat them to tasty snacks, it’s time we also pause to say: thank you, pets. Because their joy is contagious — and right now, that joy matters more than ever.
Whether your dog’s wagging tail reminded you to stay hopeful, or your cat’s silly zoomies made you laugh out loud, join us in celebrating them. Share a photo of your pet on social media with @FurPetVo and the hashtag #ThankYouPets. Your post might just brighten someone else’s day.
We hope Nathan and Whiskey’s story gave you that same warm, fuzzy feeling it gave us. Follow FurPetVo on Facebook and Instagram for more heartwarming, funny, and uplifting pet stories — and sign up for our emails to bring a little extra joy to your inbox.
