08/04/2026
Many of you had just started getting to know Albert. We were heartbroken to lose him so soon, but we’re grateful he was surrounded by love during his final days. ❤️ Please keep our rescue team in your thoughts.
With heavy hearts, we’re sharing that our sweet sanctuary boy, Albert, passed away this evening.
When we welcomed 16-year-old Albert into our sanctuary, our hope was simple: that however much time he had left, he would spend it surrounded by love, comfort, and kindness after losing his lifelong companion, Lucy.
We never imagined that time would be measured in days.
Albert was resting comfortably when we left the café today, but later this evening we received the heartbreaking call that he had passed peacefully.
While we don’t know exactly what happened, we do know this: Albert did not spend his final days alone. He was loved. He had a soft place to sleep, full bowls, gentle hands to pet him, and countless people who cared about him.
Sometimes that’s the greatest gift we can give an elderly cat—not more time, but better time.
Thank you to everyone who welcomed Albert with such open hearts. We wish we’d had longer with this sweet old gentleman, but we’re grateful we were able to give him a safe place to call home.
Run free, Albert. We hope Lucy was waiting for you. 💙🐾