Congratulations to Vicky & Apolo, our 5 th winners. Apolo’s story began in 2024 when as a timid young kitten, he & his sister, Aphrodita, were discovered in a dilapidated building on the verge of renovation. With little to no experience of human contact, both kittens were understandably nervous & wary. Fortunately, they were rescued just in time & placed into the care of an experienced foster carer, who worked patiently & compassionately to help them learn to trust. Over time & with gentle handling, both kittens began to accept human touch. Once ready, they were transferred to our cattery where their progress continued. Aphrodita was quickly adopted, leaving Apolo initially unsettled without his sister. However, with continued reassurance & care,
Apolo began to flourish. After ten months of dedication, Apolo transformed from a frightened, untouchable kitten into a sweet & affectionate young cat who loved attention & happily curled up for cuddles. Everyone at the cattery, along with Apolo’s original foster carer, were overjoyed when he finally found his forever home—fittingly located just down the road from the shelter where his journey began. Apolo’s story is a testament to the power of patience, compassion & the life-changing impact of rescue & rehabilitation. Vicky is a PAWS-PATAS volunteer and she’s chosen a pet shop so she can buy toys & goodies for the cats in our care. How lovely is that?
