Meet Nugget: The Cat Who Loved Potatoes

Nugget was no ordinary cat. He needed two emotional support potatoes in his carrier just to ride in a car. While Nugget has passed away, his strange love for spuds lives on. His story is now helping more people open their hearts to older shelter cats.

From Abandoned to Adored

At eight years old, Nugget had a rough start. His previous family left him on the street. Then, he sat in a shelter for too long. Many people walked past him because of his age. But during the pandemic, someone finally gave him a chance. They soon found out just how special he was.

A Most Unusual Obsession

Nugget formed a deep bond with... potatoes. He snuggled with his humans almost all the time. He would grumble when anyone tried to cook a potato. On road trips, he needed his special "travel potatoes" to stay calm.

The funny thing? Nugget didn't even have teeth to eat them. He just wanted to be near them. To love them.

Internet Fame for a Good Cause

When his family shared his potato obsession online, people fell in love. But it wasn't just about the cute and odd behavior. Nugget became a symbol. He showed everyone that older cats can be just as sweet, quirky, and lovable as kittens.

Nugget's Legacy Lives On

Nugget's family has now adopted another adult cat in his honor. They hope his story will change minds about senior cats in shelters.

Many people want kittens, but adult cats like Nugget often wait much longer for homes. Yet these cats have so much love to give - and sometimes, their own unique quirks that make them extra special.

Perhaps not every senior cat will have a potato obsession like Nugget. But each one has their own personality and plenty of love to share with the right family. They just need someone to give them a chance.

Nugget's unusual story reminds us that sometimes the most overlooked pets can bring the most unexpected joy to our lives - whether that involves potatoes or not.