A tiny kitten with a curled ear is overjoyed to have found a safe place. He seeks affection from everyone, including other cats and even dogs.
FlipApril
An orange tabby kitten arrived alone at the Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control Commission, longing for a friend.
One of his ears was permanently curled, an endearing trait he was likely born with. Volunteers named him Flip, inspired by his distinctive ear tip. Even in the shelter, Flip radiated joy, winning hearts the instant he met people.
The shelter environment can be overwhelming and challenging for kittens. When volunteers at Thrifted Kittens Animal Rescue heard Flip needed placement, they didn't hesitate to bring him into their care.
They named him Flip, inspired by his curled ear tipThrifted Kittens Animal Rescue
The moment Flip stepped into his foster home, his eyes lit up with curiosity. He explored every nook and cranny like a detective, peeking under furniture and announcing his presence with a happy purr. His oversized ears and signature curl made him impossible to miss.
"Flip is the cutest, sweetest little guy," shared April, a volunteer with Thrifted Kittens Animal Rescue.
Thrifted Kittens Animal Rescue
Though small in stature, Flip's personality was far too big to be contained by a kennel. Once free to roam, he bounded across the living room like he owned the place, leaping onto furniture and claiming the couch as his throne.
After playing to his heart's content, he loved nothing more than curling up in his fosterer's arms, purring in total contentment.
April
Flip's sunny spirit quickly won over the resident animals. He batted playfully at his feline foster sister's tail, and she graciously indulged his antics. Fearless and full of joy, Flip filled the house with his rumbling purrs.
"We found he gets along with other cats, dogs, and even tolerates toddlers. Flip will play with anyone."
He turned his feline foster sister's tail into a toyApril
Since leaving the shelter, Flip has been a ray of sunshine, making people laugh with his mischief and warming hearts with his quirky charm. His curled ear is like a reflection of his personality: whimsical, unique, and carefree.
He seems especially drawn to dogs. Though much smaller in size, Flip approaches them with confidence as if they were his equals.
Thrifted Kittens Animal Rescue
"Flip absolutely adores dogs. He was getting cozy with his canine foster sister (Mable) over the weekend, and it melted our hearts," Thrifted Kittens Animal Rescue said.
Within hours of meeting, Flip showered Mable with hugs, nose boops, and playful love nips. Mable, a gentle soul, was smitten with the little orange bundle of love and took him under her wing.
He quickly took to his canine friend, MableThrifted Kittens Animal Rescue
The kitten would hop onto the couch, press against Mable, and settle in for a nap as if she were his personal pillow. "They became best friends, and he didn't want to leave her side."
Flip has a special way of winning over everyone he meets. "We love when our foster animals form friendships with different species."
They became best friendsThrifted Kittens Animal Rescue
Thanks to the dedication of volunteers and loving foster homes, kittens like Flip get the second chance they deserve.
Today, Flip shines like a little sunbeam, surrounded by humans and furry friends who adore him and his goofy, heart-melting antics.
April
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