Can you imagine being apart from your feline companion for 14 years? It’s depressing just thinking about it, but fate may put animal lovers to the ultimate test, especially when nature reveals its might.
Thomas Jr., popularly known as T-2, a lovely caramel-colored kitty, was just four years old when his life took an unexpected turn. He lived peacefully in Florida, United States, with his human, Perry Martin, until his home was destroyed by Hurricane Jeanne in 2004.
It was the worst storm of the year, the worst of all time. The turmoil was quick; the kitty panicked and bolted from home, leaving no trail for his master to follow.
When the storm passed, Perry began a thorough search for his feline companion. His heart had been crushed, and he prayed to the cosmos to allow him to see his beloved T-2 once again.
“I was heartbroken. I looked for it all over the place. His neighbors were on the lookout for him. “I spent all of my free time looking,” the man explained.
Days of separation stretched into months, years, and even more than a decade passed as time passed. Perry was convinced that her pet had died after 14 years of waiting and that she was doomed to lose him.
But, just when he thought there was no hope left, he got a call from his cat’s previous veterinarian, who brought a smile back to his face. They had discovered a stray cat with a microchip.
The Humane Society of the Treasure Coast had rescued the kitten, and the veterinarian was certain it was T-2. Perry, on the other hand, refused to believe in the miracle that was taking place.
So, completely taken aback, Perry went to the association’s premises to meet his alleged feline in person. All of my reservations about him vanished there.
“I was certain he was no longer alive. I couldn’t believe what I was hearing. After 14 years, what’s new? But it was he who did it. “I knew it was him as soon as I saw his face,” the man explained.
Perry quickly recognized his beloved kitten, and T-2 realized he was staring at his father, whom he hadn’t seen in a long time. They came home, happier than ever, to make up for missed time.
It’s been a couple weeks since they last saw one other. T-2 is overjoyed to be back in his home, and he continues to purr and follow Perry around, while his owner continues to pamper him and make him feel loved in order to undo the effects of their separation.
T-2 is 18 years old, and living on the streets for the most of his life has taken a toll on his health. His weight remains low, and his movements are unpredictable, but he and his father are optimistic that he will soon recover totally from the tragedy.
Above all, Perry urges people to ensure that their dogs are always microchipped and that their information is kept up to date so that they can be reunited in the future.
“Get your dog or cat microchipped. It does not come at a high price. If you do decide to do so, make sure to keep the information current. During the years while Thomas was missing, I relocated. Even if you believe he’s gone for good, he keeps the information up to date,” Perry says.
