A cat went from yard to yard, and after a year of hoping, he finally had what he'd longed for. Chatons Orphelins MontrealOver a year ago, a cream-colored tabby wandered into a family's yard in search of food. He had certainly come to the right place to seek help.The family had always been kind to community cats, leaving out food and water and even building cat shelters on their patio. When the tabby arrived, he was famished and scarfed down the food, relieved to have found a lifeline.He returned to the same patio regularly, and as he grew more comfortable, he began napping in the yard. Chatons Orphelins MontrealFor weeks, he was nowhere to be found, and as temperatures dropped, the family kept an eye out for him, hoping he would return. Finally, he reappeared, though he was injured.He had likely gotten into fights with other animals and now needed some help. Chatons Orphelins MontrealThe family set up a humane trap on their patio, determined to get him off the streets. It wasn't long before he walked in. He was finally safe with his wandering days behind him.That night, he fell asleep in a cozy indoor space, his belly full and his mind at ease. Chatons Orphelins MontrealBearing the scars of many battles, the cat, Jasper, could finally begin to heal. "He has a small rib fracture that didn't heal properly, but it doesn't cause him any pain," Chatons Orphelins Montreal shared.At first, he was exhausted and wary of his new surroundings, but he never hissed or growled; he simply rested quietly as he adjusted to indoor living. "He spent most of his time sleeping after arriving in his foster home, slowly regaining his strength." Chatons Orphelins MontrealWith each passing day, he became stronger and more confident, rolling on the floor as though he knew he was safe. "He started purring, so happy to be cared for that you could tell he'd been waiting for this his whole life."Even though he sometimes kept to himself, he adored his foster family and loved snuggling beside them. Chatons Orphelins MontrealHe greeted them warmly when they arrived home and even offered his "help." "He makes these pigeon-like coos when he meets us at the door, always curious about what we bring home from the grocery store. He likes to be close to us and cuddle right next to us," the foster family shared."He closes his eyes and purrs whenever we pet him. If we stop, he'll let out his sweet coos to ask for more." Chatons Orphelins MontrealA few months after being rescued, Jasper was adopted, thinking he had found his forever home. But three months later, through no fault of his own, he was returned. His foster family immediately welcomed him back with open arms.He quickly perked up in the company of his caring people, following them everywhere and chirping happily for their attention and love. Chatons Orphelins MontrealJasper now clings to his foster family, meeting their eyes with loving gazes while his purr rumbles like distant thunder. "Whenever he needs a bit of love, he comes right over to cuddle in our laps."He's also discovered the joy of toys, zooming around in pursuit of feather wands. He loves rolling in catnip and watching little critters through the window. Chatons Orphelins MontrealAfter years of surviving the streets and more than a year of searching for his forever home, his foster family knew he was right where he belonged. "He's staying with his foster family, who have decided to adopt him.""When he falls asleep on the couch, he covers his eyes with his paw and sometimes lets his little tongue peek out, making him even more endearing." Chatons Orphelins MontrealShare this story with your friends. More on Chatons Orphelins Montreal on Instagram and Facebook.Related story: Stray Cat Comes Running to Someone Calling to Him, Nestles into Her and Won't Let Go