Summary
A 12-year-old cat named Pippa, who ended up in a shelter after her owner died, has been adopted. Both Pippa and her new owner are dealing with grief, as the owner is mourning a personal loss. The story of Pippa's adoption and its emotional connections went viral online.
Key Facts
- Pippa is a 12-year-old tortoiseshell cat found in a shelter with a note that said she was "sad and scared."
- Pippa ended up in the shelter because her owner passed away and had no family to take her.
- Pippa's new owner, who shared the adoption story on Reddit, is also grieving a loss.
- The Reddit post about Pippa quickly became popular, gaining 45,000 upvotes.
- Research from Maynooth University shows that losing a pet can cause grief similar to losing a person.
- After 24 hours with her new owner, Pippa seemed to be adjusting well.
- Online commenters expressed empathy and support for both Pippa and her new owner.
