May 2008 Cat of the Month: Chucky
Everyone loves "come from behind" stories, which is what made Rocky Balboa so popular. It also probably played a large role in Chucky's popularity with our readers. Chucky seemed to be a favorite early on in the voting and today, as the poll closes, he is in the lead by 42% of the votes. I knew I might be giving Chucky what could be deemed as an unfair advantage when in June I published the story of his adoption to a home 1,300 miles away. But it was too good of a story to pass up, and many readers had asked if he had been adopted yet. Certainly, Pat Hollenack, who shares her home with Kit and Molly, the runners-up, will not feel slighted at Chucky's win. She has contributed to another "come from behind" story in the form of Project Jersey Kitties, published here last week.
I know Verlene Leonardo, who rescued and cared for Chucky at H.A.L.O., and Al, who made the 2600+ mile round-trip to take Chucky to his forever home will be happy by the news. I suspect that Chucky will not care; he already has his reward, a forever home with people who adore him.
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Chucky was lucky from day one. Many people were involved in his life. H.A.L.O. is a wonderful rescue group that is fortunate to have a “Little Troopers Fund” that is for special needs cats and dogs. Although it is often in the red, we somehow manage the vet bills. In the end the animal makes it worth all the time and money. Chucky will always have a place in my heart.