Lulu’s journey from a lonely shelter cat to a cherished family member is nothing short of inspiring. When she was first rescued, Lulu was timid and unsure of the world around her, but with time, patience, and a whole lot of love, she blossomed into a confident, affectionate companion. Her transformation beautifully shows how compassion can heal and change a life. Today, Lulu’s story stands as a heartfelt reminder that every animal waiting in a shelter deserves the same chance to discover love, comfort, and happiness in a forever home.
Thankfully, Lulu found her forever home, and now she’s dedicated to showing just how grateful she is to her mom. Her way of expressing appreciation is both adorable and unexpected, especially for a cat. Lulu has developed a habit that’s more typical of dogs — she brings her mom slippers!
This charming routine began a few months after Lulu settled into her new home. It seems that Lulu noticed how much her mom enjoyed wearing slippers, so one day, she decided to bring one to her. Then, she went and fetched the other. Since then, it has become a daily ritual for Lulu to locate the slippers, no matter where they are, and bring them to her mom, one at a time. After all, that’s all she can carry in her mouth!
What’s even more impressive is Lulu’s dedication to this task. If the slippers are upstairs, she’ll make the effort to bring them down. When she’s feeling particularly clever, she’ll toss a slipper down the stairs and race it to the bottom, always managing to beat it in the end.
Lulu’s mom was touched by her sweet gesture and didn’t want to discourage it, even if the slippers were a bit drool-covered. Kayla, Lulu’s human sister, shared with The Dodo:
“My mom was surprised [the first time it happened]. She wore the drool-covered slippers to encourage Lulu.”
At first, Kayla couldn’t believe her mother’s story — after all, it’s not every day you hear about a cat bringing their owner slippers. That’s something you’d expect from a dog, which might chew them up afterward! However, once her mom caught it on camera, Kayla had to admit it was true.
On April 4, 2020, Kayla created an Instagram page for Lulu, called “The Slipper Cat,” and shared the first video of Lulu’s fetching talents. The video quickly gained attention and has been viewed over 5,000 times. Soon after, Kayla posted another clip, showing Lulu bringing the second slipper to complete the set, all without any prompting.
Lulu’s commitment to this sweet act seems to be rooted in her love for slippers. Even when her mom doesn’t need them, Lulu can sometimes be found snuggling with one of the fuzzy slippers. It’s clear that the soft, cozy texture appeals to her, making them a favorite of hers.
While it’s not unusual for cats to bring gifts to their owners, it’s rare for the gift to be something humans actually want! Most cat owners would gladly take a pair of slippers over the typical “gifts” like a dead mouse. Interestingly, Lulu used to carry around a stuffed owl from room to room, but once she started focusing on the slippers, the owl was retired from her daily routine.
Kayla shared more about Lulu’s behavior:
“She used to have a stuffed owl that she would carry with her from room to room. But now that she’s more comfortable at home it’s just the slippers.”
As Lulu’s fame grows, she now has her own subreddit, r/LuluTheCat, where Kayla regularly posts updates about her slipper-fetching adventures. In just 10 days, the community gathered over 1,000 members, all eager to see more of Lulu’s cute antics.
Lulu’s story is not just about a cat doing something unusual — it’s a tale of love, gratitude, and the bond that forms when an animal finds its perfect home.
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This content was created with AI assistance and edited by the iHeartCats team.
