Klarieke and her family live on a picturesque farm in the Netherlands where they recently acquired three charming cats on their trip to Greece. The felines were given the names Jack, Louis, and Stavros, and the family believed that their furry trio was enough. However, fate had other plans for them. A skinny and timid cat made an appearance in their backyard a month ago, and Klarieke wasn’t certain if it had a home. When she saw Stavros playing with the newcomer as if they were old pals, she realized that the cat needed a home. Apparently, Stavros had lived on the streets and was rescued by a Dutch girl who spent summers in Zakynthos. Since he was looking for a forever home for the cat in Holland, Klarieke and her husband decided to adopt him. Despite their initial belief that three cats were enough, they couldn’t resist giving a loving home to the new addition to their family.
Stavros was always watchful of the little feline’s movements as it trotted into their backyard, meandering through the tomato garden and finally settling in the shed. The kitten seemed to trust Stavros completely, and the pair quickly became inseparable. They relished their playtime and also cuddled up for some restful naps together.
The content creator, IG/LA_RIEK, shared a heartwarming experience about Klarieke’s encounter with a small cat during dinner time. Klarieke was overjoyed to have the cat as her company while enjoying a meal. Stavros, on the other hand, didn’t mind sharing his food with the feline as Klarieke was more than happy to let it eat until it’s full. It was evident that Klarieke was pleased knowing that her little friend wouldn’t go to bed hungry that night.
Following her decision, Klarieke opted to prepare an extra serving of food which eventually drew the young child towards them. Overcoming his shyness, he joined in to eat and receive some well-deserved attention from the family.
As she tells it, “I set up a separate feeding bowl for the kitten inside the shed. However, when it caught sight of me, it ran off. It was probably so famished that it took a risk to come in and eat.”
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As time passed, the little kitten remained unclaimed and gradually grew more at ease in Klarieke’s home. They gave him the name ‘Charlie’, although he was initially quite timid around his new human family. However, he showed a keen interest in following Stavros around and attempting to mimic his actions. Klarieke also noted that Stavros seemed to take on a fatherly role towards the kitten, with Charlie spending an increasing amount of time with him in the shed during the day.
According to LA_RIEK’s Instagram post, Charlie finally decided to move into the house after a few weeks. With Stavros’ encouragement, he explored the place and didn’t leave his side. Klarieke happily shared that they now have a fourth cat as Charlie officially moved in with them. During dinner time, he goes to the kitchen and allows them to pet and hug him.
Based on IG/ LA_RIEK’s post, Charlie initially struggled with using the litter box and adapting to his new environment. However, as he spent more time in the house, he gradually became more comfortable. Klarieke speculates that Stavros played a significant role in helping Charlie navigate his new surroundings. Additionally, Charlie received a check-up from the vet to ensure he was in good health.
IG user LA_RIEK shared that Charlie is fond of spending time in the shed with his BFF and is gradually getting more comfortable around his owners. He feels lucky to have such a loving family and appreciates Stavros’s continuous support.
According to IG user LA_RIEK, Charlie has come to realize that Stavros will always be there for him, providing him with food and companionship. With their newfound bond, they have become one big, happy family.
