Meet Estelle A Seasoned Lady in Search of Her Forever Home

Estelle is an older lady of refinement, experience and very strong opinions — and she is currently looking for a loving home to call her own.

Coming into care in need of emergency surgery, Estelle bravely underwent the removal of her hip joint. While the procedure was dramatic, her recovery has been anything but. Slow, steady and nothing short of remarkable, Estelle has handled the process with quiet determination and would like it known that she is not fragile — she is seasoned.

One of Estelle’s firmly held beliefs is that humans exist primarily for patting purposes. “Pat me, Human” is not a request, but a management directive.

Her foster carer works from home in what appears to be a very important role, though Estelle remains unimpressed. She has observed that humans have two hands: one for emails and one for the cat. This, in Estelle’s view, is simply efficient workplace management.

Estelle also lives by a strict interior design code: if it’s flat, it’s a bed. If it fits, she sits. And if there’s a laptop mat nearby, it is clearly intended for her comfort. She prefers to be wherever her human is — desk, couch, bed, paperwork or keyboard — with pats continuing, even while she sleeps. This is non-negotiable.

Despite her age and recent surgery, Estelle is calm, affectionate and wonderfully companionable. There is no chaos or curtain climbing here, just gentle company and the occasional reminder that pats are overdue.

To meet Estelle, contact Peta on 0423 500 650.

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