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She\u2019s old, frail and been through more than most in life but Cleo, a 20-year-old ginger cat, still has hope for a happy ending for her remaining years.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

The elderly feline, believed to be Scotland\u2019s oldest rescue cat, was found living in horrific hoarding conditions, trapped in a house piled high with rubbish.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

Now after 25 days in our care at our Aberdeen Animal and Rehoming Centre, she\u2019s finally ready to find the loving home she deserves.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

Described as a quiet gentle soul, Cleo spends most of her day snuggled in bed or perched high up on our cat shelves, watching the world go by.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

But despite her tough past Cleo has plenty of love to give.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

Staff at the centre said: \u201cCleo is a lovely old girl and deserves to have a restful forever home to see out her final days.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

\u201cDue to her past she\u2019s not used to being picked up but loves a head scratch and will fully lean into your hand.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

\u201cLike most older cats Cleo doesn\u2019t have many teeth left so is on a wet food diet only. But despite her previous appalling home\u2019s conditions, she uses her litter tray with no issue.\u201d<\/p><\/div><\/div>

Cleo has had a full health check and has been given all clear from the vets and is ready to find that perfect retirement home.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

She would be happiest being the only pet in the home but could possibly live with older children if they know to give her space when she needs.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

If you or someone you know can offer Cleo a home the please apply here<\/a>.<\/p><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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