'From a lonely one eared stray to a beloved family cat': Adoring feline pawrents recounts 6 years since the cat distribution system brought an unexpected feline guest who became a permanent resident

kalila courban

Mar 13, 2025 5:00 PM EDT

Greetings and salutations, cat lovers and feline enthusiasts of the internet! Today, we're shining our I Can Has Cheezburger spotlight on a heartwarming story about how one resilient little kitty, Wilbur Wilde, found her forever family.

Wilbur's journey began six years ago when the Cat Distribution System worked its magic once again. One day, out of nowhere, a shy, skinny, one-eared cat—who had been living in a drain in front of a house—wandered into the backyard of her soon-to-be family. The original poster, touched by the sight of the timid little feline, began leaving food out, hoping to gain her trust. Slowly but surely, the bond between them grew, and the cat was officially given a name: Wilbur Wilde.

At first, Wilbur remained cautious and hesitant, but over time, she began to warm up to her new human. What started as careful visits for food turned into tentative companionship, and before long, Wilbur made the ultimate decision—she chose them as her family. Her once-temporary shelter became her permanent home. Fast forward six years, and Wilbur Wilde is no longer just a visitor—she's a beloved family member who sleeps in bed with her humans.

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Though she still holds onto some of her shy and skittish nature, she is deeply loved, cared for, and thriving in the warmth of her forever home. Her pawrents couldn’t be more grateful that fate (and the Cat Distribution System) brought them together. Wilbur Wilde didn’t just find a home—she found a family.
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The Cat Distribution System is a mysterious, unexplainable force that ensures every cat finds the perfect home—on their own terms, of course. Wilbur Wilde is proof of its magic. She didn’t wait for a human to choose her; instead, she carefully observed, tested the waters, and ultimately decided where she belonged. Slowly but surely, she worked her way into her forever home, transforming from a shy, one-eared drain kitten into a cherished family member. The CDS knew exactly what it was doing, and in the end, it brought Wilbur Wilde to the humans who would love her unconditionally.
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