That ‘Chonk of a Chonk’ shelter cat just got some meow-velous news
BeeJay the sizable shelter cat has a new home!
The 26-pound tabby — dubbed “a chonk of a chonk” by his carers at Morris Animal Refuge in Philadelphia — became an online sensation last week after he was put up for adoption.
And the refuge revealed on Twitter Wednesday that Mr. B (as he is also known) now “has a foster (maybe forever) home” after it received a staggering 3,000 applications to take him in.
Sweet chunky Mr. B’s amazed by the huge outpawing of interest in him - over 3000 applications! He has a foster (maybe forever) home now - but so many other great adoptable cats need you. Here’s a thread of ours. Let’s make it go viral too. Adopt and RT for Mr. B and all the cats! pic.twitter.com/063Mtk0qTP
— Morris Animal Refuge, but spooky 👻 (@MorrisAnimal) August 28, 2019
“Sweet chunky Mr. B’s amazed by the huge outpawing of interest in him,” the refuge tweeted of the cat, who a family had surrendered earlier in the month.
On its website, the organization noted now BeeJay “has some underlying health and behavioral issues that will need exceptional care and attention.” He has been placed “with one of our dedicated foster families who has experience working with cats that have behavioral and medical issues,” it added.
“We will continue to work with this foster family to help them work through Mr. B’s issues,” it wrote. “While the goal is to make this Mr. B’s forever home, the family will be able to provide him with a safe and comfortable environment while we learn more about him and his needs.”
The publicity garnered by BeeJay led to one of the shelter’s longest-term feline residents, Pandora, being adopted, said the refuge, which also shared images of its other cats online in a bid to capitalize on the attention:
This stunningly gorgeous lady is Lynx. That's her name - she's not an actual lynx. What she is a sweet stray mama who took good care of her kitten babies. They've all found happy homes - now it's her turn. Adopt: https://t.co/feBIrT22sf or please RT! pic.twitter.com/h8zwwj3B7x
— Morris Animal Refuge, but spooky 👻 (@MorrisAnimal) August 28, 2019
Who loves Nilla Wafers? You know, the little round summery vanilla-flavored cookies? Well, either way, you're going to love Nilla Cat. She's a big round summer-colored kitty looking for a loving home. Adopt: https://t.co/Pyb6z9qgyW or please RT! pic.twitter.com/XxufrFkz1Q
— Morris Animal Refuge, but spooky 👻 (@MorrisAnimal) August 28, 2019
Bella was abandoned on the street, but luckily rescued by a kind neighbor. Now this friendly and beautiful cat is looking for a happy new beginning. Come meet her at our Center City @PetSmart adoption spot and fall in love! Adopt: https://t.co/gQfgeE8X0m or please RT! pic.twitter.com/tKRk6Loqqe
— Morris Animal Refuge, but spooky 👻 (@MorrisAnimal) August 28, 2019
Dark, mysterious, and fluffy, lovely tortie lady Lucky is looking for lots of playtime and attention. She's not a cat to be ignored - and how could you, anyway? Adopt: https://t.co/ML865wdkDG or please RT! pic.twitter.com/bwOvXzkdEA
— Morris Animal Refuge, but spooky 👻 (@MorrisAnimal) August 28, 2019
Cute kitten Porky has an unfortunate name but a playful and outgoing disposition, and an adorable little pink nose. Come adopt this friendly baby boy today: https://t.co/47V77kIl11 or please RT! pic.twitter.com/XY0x15GZa1
— Morris Animal Refuge, but spooky 👻 (@MorrisAnimal) August 28, 2019
Lovely little kitty Ayla was left abandoned in an empty apartment. 😿 She's looking for a loving home who won't leave her behind ever again. Her name means ‘halo of light around the moon’. Big Chrono Trigger & Clan of the Cave Bear fan. Adopt https://t.co/joRpAcwtE5 or please RT! pic.twitter.com/h3e73DSeHK
— Morris Animal Refuge, but spooky 👻 (@MorrisAnimal) August 28, 2019
Sweet, quiet kitty Bubblecup has an adorable name, a lovely face, and bicolor eyes! This beautiful lady is looking for a home where she doesn't have to share the love with other pets, but can soak it all up herself. Adopt: https://t.co/Fl3vasmIUJ or please RT! pic.twitter.com/XWwchERytX
— Morris Animal Refuge, but spooky 👻 (@MorrisAnimal) August 28, 2019
Floofy kitty girl Melba was about to be abandoned on the street when a kind person rescued her. Now this lovely young lady is the toast of the town. And she could be your new best friend. Don’t loaf around - come adopt her today: https://t.co/F3DGhrlysg or please RT! 😺🍞 pic.twitter.com/dAXAxu4t3N
— Morris Animal Refuge, but spooky 👻 (@MorrisAnimal) August 28, 2019
Sammy Cat is a handsome orange tabby gentleman who can't wait to meet you. And he’s been waiting so patiently, just hoping you’ll notice him. Look at me, he thinks. Please look at me? Come adopt him today: https://t.co/45Wpj0dQK7 or please RT! pic.twitter.com/18pDf0gMZV
— Morris Animal Refuge, but spooky 👻 (@MorrisAnimal) August 28, 2019
Kitty boy Jazz (aka Jonathan Byers from our Stranger Cats special) didn’t know why he was suddenly in a strange shelter, not the home he grew up in. He was scared but worked so hard to be brave. Will he stay or will he go? Adopt him today: https://t.co/tzhbr5AdGh or please RT! pic.twitter.com/pRSiVLyJ23
— Morris Animal Refuge, but spooky 👻 (@MorrisAnimal) August 28, 2019
Lovely little gal Stripes (aka Max Mayfield from our Stranger Cats special) is an adorable little tortoiseshell kitty who’s FeLV+. She’s looking for a loving, patient home where she can come out of her shell and get some extra TLC. Adopt https://t.co/u7EjCUalOn or please RT! pic.twitter.com/PwTcUEo4T6
— Morris Animal Refuge, but spooky 👻 (@MorrisAnimal) August 28, 2019
Two Tone Tony (aka Steve Harrington from our Stranger Cats special) is as sweet as he is fluffy! Great hair. This quiet two year old boy is looking for a calm, loving home with you. Adopt: https://t.co/qdeenj0WAn or please RT! pic.twitter.com/4ACfXpGnsl
— Morris Animal Refuge, but spooky 👻 (@MorrisAnimal) August 28, 2019
Look at this beautiful green-eyed pumpkin-orange tabby girl! Tilly just recently arrived at the Refuge and is still getting used to things, but she's looking for a home where she can be your baby. Come adopt: https://t.co/fxaWaVeKMx or please RT! pic.twitter.com/KubF6kan4K
— Morris Animal Refuge, but spooky 👻 (@MorrisAnimal) August 28, 2019
Adorable little lady Twiggy may look a bit weatherbeaten, but she’s so incredibly sweet, & with the quietest meow. In fact, so far we haven't been able to hear it all. She opens her mouth & nothing comes out. But her heart says it all. Adopt: https://t.co/xnTwFuuHpn or please RT! pic.twitter.com/dobYwaksF3
— Morris Animal Refuge, but spooky 👻 (@MorrisAnimal) August 28, 2019
Cool 10 month old kitty boy Fusa was abandoned across the street from the Refuge. He’s not sure what the future holds in store for him, but he’s hoping it’s a happy home. Let him know it’s all good from now on. Adopt: https://t.co/cQPgFBLd1p or please RT! pic.twitter.com/gvl2mh3M7t
— Morris Animal Refuge, but spooky 👻 (@MorrisAnimal) August 28, 2019
Hidden Star is an incredibly sweet and friendly young lady who loves to snuggle, cuddle, and chat! She's named Hidden Star because at first she looks all black, but if you look closer, she has a hidden white star on her tummy. Adopt: https://t.co/wkbIDmxvyo or please RT her! 😺🌟 pic.twitter.com/wbTmXIYXL3
— Morris Animal Refuge, but spooky 👻 (@MorrisAnimal) August 28, 2019
Friendly sweetheart Primadonna just arrived from @ACCTPhilly in her quest to find a happy home. We’re still getting to know her, but we can tell that she loves people and getting petted. Adopt this li’l darling: https://t.co/703hmEf8QG or please RT her! pic.twitter.com/Pl1GQqYBH7
— Morris Animal Refuge, but spooky 👻 (@MorrisAnimal) August 28, 2019
Adorable fluffy tabico kitten Annabelle Lee’s a big Edgar Allen Poe fan. She insists she's the reincarnation of Poe’s beloved cat Catterina who used to sit on his shoulder and help him work. We don't know about that, but she is lovely. Adopt: https://t.co/05hlc0m6dW or please RT! pic.twitter.com/yddM0jlKgE
— Morris Animal Refuge, but spooky 👻 (@MorrisAnimal) August 28, 2019
Beautiful young tuxedo kitty girl Jasmine wants you to show her a whole new world in a happy home. What are you waiting for? There's a hundred thousand things to see, so come adopt her: https://t.co/Fbabtv9d0e or please RT! pic.twitter.com/xL2EX3WRi0
— Morris Animal Refuge, but spooky 👻 (@MorrisAnimal) August 28, 2019
Fluffy li’l girl Jane Foster is here at the Refuge with her brother, the cat they call Jayne. These two beautiful kittens are both looking for loving homes - come meet them today! Adopt: https://t.co/265e6vmMyh or please RT for the fuzzy babies! pic.twitter.com/AYUitq4C50
— Morris Animal Refuge, but spooky 👻 (@MorrisAnimal) August 28, 2019
Handsome older gentleman Sebastion looks noble and dignified, even while bewildered to find himself in a strange shelter after spending almost his whole life so far - ten years - at home. Adopt: https://t.co/NnHMi1k5VB or please RT this good fuzzy guy! pic.twitter.com/kAIpB3kMsK
— Morris Animal Refuge, but spooky 👻 (@MorrisAnimal) August 28, 2019
This gorgeous adoptable girl is called JamCat, just arrived from @ACCTPhilly, and she’s basically the kitty equivalent of @lizzo. She is very fluffy and absolutely magnificent. She just took a DNA test, turns out she’s 100% that kit. Adopt: https://t.co/hGwlymscMN or please RT! pic.twitter.com/pjJj0G6l09
— Morris Animal Refuge, but spooky 👻 (@MorrisAnimal) August 28, 2019
Fat-Fat is a curious and adorable four year old boy looking for a happy home. Go ahead - come on and adopt: https://t.co/JxZOxvjQ5r or please RT this good kitty! pic.twitter.com/2fKST7gfPt
— Morris Animal Refuge, but spooky 👻 (@MorrisAnimal) August 28, 2019
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